The Protector

“God bless the Black family!”

A blend of emotion fermented inside of everyone in the Black family; Russell’s parents were so thrilled that they could almost cry while Quintus, Keane, and some other of Russell’s cousins were truly stoked.

The place seethed with enthusiasm, and the atmosphere was at its climax.

Because that was an appraisal from the captain of the Iron Brigade, whose words were very authoritative.

Robert and Meredith were so proud that they had forgotten about the special cigarettes and liquor that Levi had gifted them.

Aaron and Caitlyn felt wretched.

The spotlight was supposed to be on them.

The old lady had liked them most!

But before they could bask in the limelight, the attention was shifted onto Russell.

“I’ve heard about Russell Black for a long time,” Mortimer added. “He will have a promising future if he becomes vice-captain of the Special Security Unit before thirty years old.”

emotional as well to receive Captain Steele and Captain Lambert’s approval

please,” Robert and

the offer, “We just came to greet you, Mrs. Black. We should make our

have any other urgent matters to attend to?” asked Meredith, with an

War of my division is going to inspect the Dragon Legion that I’m leading. I need to go back and get the troops ready,”

“Yes, Mrs. Black. My legion is going to be inspected as well. We need

of the Iron Brigade? He must be

and Meredith were filled

are not qualified to attend such inspections. Could

Alfie agreed to her plea, “Okay, sure. The inspection

the rest of the Black family were

Dragon Legion, it would be great

family had sent them off, the birthday

family. At most, she would only say a word or two

made during the birthday banquet now

as he stared at the table of dishes

the eyes of the others, his