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Emperor Torin rewards the soldier who conquered his last rival with a title, an estate, and a place at court. He has no idea whom he has welcomed. Valia has spent years concealing what the imperial army took from him. Now, with a scarred mercenary and a trusted comrade at his side, he finally has the means to strike back. But as rebellion spreads, his secrets threaten his family, and even his closest allies begin to question how far he will go.