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Leon Valcrest was once the disgrace of his noble family—a weak, talentless young lord whose name was only spoken in mockery. But when a battle leaves him at death’s door, fate takes an unexpected turn. A fierce and brilliant martial artist from another world awakens in his body, carrying knowledge of strategy, warfare, and power beyond anything this kingdom has seen before.

Now, armed with a second chance, Leon refuses to live as a failure. He will carve his own path—one paved with blood, ambition, and unexpected romance. From the battlefield to the halls of power, he will face cunning nobles, deadly assassins, and a harem of dangerous beauties, each drawn to his strength in their own way.

As he rises through the ranks of nobility and war, one question lingers: Is power his goal, or merely the means to something greater?

With laughter, love, and bloodshed in equal measure, Rebirth of the Forgotten Lord is a tale of an underdog turned legend—a man who will shake the very foundations of history.

Rebirth of The Forgotten Lord

Leon sat across from Seraphina, his smirk barely hiding the unease growing in his chest.

The name alone carried weight in the noble world. The Cold Princess was known for her ruthless intelligence, icy demeanor, and unmatched swordsmanship. Many suitors had tried to court her, but none had gotten past her frostbitten walls.

And now, Seraphina wanted him to seduce and destroy her.

Iris crossed her arms. "This is a terrible idea."

Leon shrugged. "Most of my ideas are."

Seraphina smiled, clearly enjoying his discomfort. "What's wrong, Leon? Afraid of a little noblewoman?"

Leon chuckled. "I'd be an idiot not to be cautious."

Seraphina leaned forward, her golden eyes glinting. "Good. Because if you fail… you'll have more than just the nobles after you."

Leon exhaled. "Fine. Tell me what I need to know."

Seraphina leaned back. "Selene Valenford is more than just a noblewoman—she's one of the most dangerous women in the kingdom. Her father, Duke Valenford, controls the northern territories, and she's his only heir."

Iris frowned. "Wouldn't it make more sense to just kill her?"

Seraphina shook her head. "That would be too simple. If Selene dies, the Valenford family will rally. But if she's disgraced, humiliated, and broken… the noble world will devour her."

Leon whistled. "You really want her ruined."

Seraphina's smirk faded. "She's interfered with my business one too many times."

Leon stretched his arms. "Alright. So, how do I get close to her?"

Seraphina's grin returned. "That's the best part. She's looking for a personal sword instructor."

Seraphina chuckled. "The Cold Princess may be a master swordswoman, but even she seeks to improve. And she has no idea who you really are."

Iris stared at Leon. "You're seriously going to become this noblewoman's sword teacher?"

Leon smirked. "Why not? I've already been a thief, an assassin, and a wanted man. Might as well add 'noble tutor' to the list."

Seraphina handed him a sealed letter. "This will get you into House Valenford. Congratulations, Leon. You're about to become the closest man to the Cold Princess."

Chapter 14: Target – The Cold Princess