Chapter 4: Maximus - The Brute
The night wind brought in the mystical scent of Leila flowers that are only found in the coastal parts of the Deberia Kingdom. The beauty of the sea, the mesmerizing sea breeze and the soothing sound of the waves crashing nearby were all a sight to behold.
On the balcony where the full moon shined, the joyous music from the ballroom behind him and the sumptuous food was not appetizing for the man standing with his eyes set on the small island visible from here.
He conquered Deberia today. Well, they surrendered. It’s all the same. He has gained a name that makes his enemies wave white flags just by hearing that he’d be leading the battle.
The Brute Emperor of Lethusia Empire. The destroyer of hopes and the harbinger of death. If there is one thing that would be said positively about him, well, there is nothing.
For generations, it was told that the Royal line can summon powerful beasts just like the Great King, since they were his blood. But he’s the only one who can actually do it. And with that power, he became a conqueror.
And with fire, he destroys. And they call him – Maximus, The Brute.
His dark unkempt hair got ruffled chaotically by the breeze. Some fell in his focused amber eyes that almost looked red. He didn’t bother to fix his hair as his eyes looked unwaveringly at that island. His lips pressed to a thin line.
He took in a deep breath. Mount Begida – the place that is cursed for centuries. A forbidden place for a Lethusian to enter.
But for him, it is more. It is the place where his heart rests.
That small island that is called Mount Begida had nothing but a single Hound’s tree visible. And he saw the beautiful dragon perching on the tree. Well, that doesn’t mean those are the only things there.
Will I ever...
"Are you setting your eyes on destroying the Hashomer, Your Majesty?"