Chapter 74: A Single Sword to the Imperial Capital, Blood Stains the Looske Manor

The Imperial Capital, the heart of the nation's power, was home to families whose influence was measured in generations. Among them, the Looske family stood near the apex. Their ancestral manor was not merely a residence but a fortress, a sprawling estate of classical architecture and modern security, nestled in the city's most exclusive district. Tonight, however, its stately elegance was overshadowed by a chilling, palpable killing intent that bled into the cool night air. Outside the towering...