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Lord of Light 3rd son

"Lord of Light 3rd Son" is a medieval fantasy tale of Liam, a prince who cannot control the rare magic of light, unlike his seven siblings and father. Ridiculed by the kingdom and his own family, Liam is sent to marry a poor lord's daughter in the northern part of the kingdom. Upon arriving, he discovers the city is in disarray, and he uses his intelligence and management skills to turn things around. Liam creates a guild of adventurers to fight monsters and bring valuable items to the city, making it one of the wealthiest in the kingdom. However, Liam discovers a forbidden book that contains the powers of darkness, which he keeps hidden from everyone, even his beloved wife.

DubiousTone · Fantasy
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30 Chs

The Treasure Trove

Liam had been going about his usual duties as lord of the city when he received an urgent message from one of his guards. "My lord, you need to come see this," the guard said breathlessly as he led Liam to a hidden chamber in the city's underground tunnels.

As they made their way through the narrow passageways, Liam couldn't help but feel a sense of anticipation building within him. He had heard stories of treasure troves hidden throughout the city, but he had never actually seen one for himself.

When they arrived at the chamber, Liam's jaw dropped in amazement. The room was filled with piles of gold and silver, jewels and precious stones, and priceless works of art. He couldn't believe his eyes.

"How long has this been here?" Liam asked the guard.

"We only discovered it yesterday, my lord," the guard replied. "It was hidden behind a false wall in one of the abandoned buildings in the lower district."

Liam knew that news of the treasure would spread quickly, and he also knew that he had to act fast to protect it. He immediately ordered a team of his most trusted guards to stand watch over the chamber day and night, making sure that no one could enter without his permission.

But even with the guards in place, word of the treasure soon reached the ears of thieves and rival lords, all eager to claim a piece of the riches for themselves. Liam knew that he had to act quickly to keep the treasure safe, but he also knew that he had to be careful not to let his own greed get the better of him.

He called a meeting of his council and laid out his plan. "We need to use this treasure to pay off all of our debts," Liam said. "That will make us stronger as a city and help us to prepare for whatever challenges lie ahead. But we must do it carefully and strategically, so that we don't attract unwanted attention or create enemies."

The council agreed with Liam's plan, and they set to work using the treasure to pay off debts and invest in the city's infrastructure. But even with their careful planning, thieves and rival lords continued to lurk in the shadows, waiting for their chance to strike.

Liam knew that he had to be vigilant, so he spent long hours each day strategizing with his advisors and keeping a close eye on the guards. He also knew that he had to keep the people of the city informed, so he made sure to hold regular town hall meetings to update them on the situation.

As the days passed, Liam began to feel the weight of the responsibility on his shoulders. He knew that the treasure could either make or break the city, and he was determined to make sure that it didn't fall into the wrong hands.

Finally, after weeks of hard work and careful planning, the last of the debts were paid off and the city was in a stronger financial position than ever before. Liam breathed a sigh of relief, knowing that the worst was behind them.

But even as the city prospered, Liam couldn't shake the feeling that something was still not right. He knew that the thieves and rival lords were still out there, waiting for their chance to strike. He knew that the treasure trove was a powerful symbol of the city's wealth and strength, and that it would continue to attract unwanted attention.

Liam realized that he could never let his guard down, and that he would always have to be vigilant in protecting the city and its people. But he also knew that he had the support of his council and the people of the city, and that together they could overcome any challenge that came their way.

As Liam looked out over the city, he felt a sense of pride and satisfaction in all that they had accomplished.

As Liam looked out over the city, he felt a sense of pride and satisfaction in all that they had accomplished. The city was flourishing, the people were happy, and the treasure had been put to good use. Liam had used the wealth to pay off all the city's debts and invest in much-needed infrastructure.

However, Liam knew that there were still those who coveted the treasure and would stop at nothing to get their hands on it. He had to take precautions to protect the treasure, and so he called a council of trusted advisors to discuss the matter.

Together, they came up with a plan to hire a team of skilled guards to protect the treasure, install security measures throughout the city, and launch a covert operation to uncover any potential threats to the city's safety. Liam knew that he had to be vigilant and stay one step ahead of his enemies.

Over the next few weeks, the city's security was tightened, and the guards were trained in the latest combat techniques. Liam had also reached out to neighboring cities for support and established alliances with those he could trust.

As the days passed, Liam felt a sense of relief that the treasure was secure and the city was safe.