บท 230: Under Revision

That time, In the dimly lit chamber, Aleric, the formidable sorcerer and father to Kayden, Raphael, and Imogen, revealed his audacious ambitions to his family. The flickering candlelight cast eerie shadows on the walls as he spoke of his grand plan.

"I want to unite all the kingdoms under the banner of Akiya," Aleric declared, his eyes alight with fervor. "I want Akiya to rise as a sovereign empire, commanding unrivaled power and dominion."

Kayden's disbelief hung heavy in the air. "Father, to make Akiya a sovereign nation doesn't mean we have to conquer other kingdoms through bloodshed. We can achieve it through diplomacy and cooperation."

Aleric's gaze darkened, his voice stern. "Diplomacy has its limitations, my son. The other kingdoms will never willingly bend to our will. They fear us because of our gift of magic. They see us as a threat."