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.”

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

please,” Robert and Meredith

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

matters to attend to?” asked Meredith, with

to inspect the Dragon Legion that I’m leading. I need to go back and get the troops ready,”

legion is going to be inspected as well.

of the Iron Brigade? He must be a famous general

and Meredith were filled with deep

pleaded, “I guess we have no time and are not qualified to attend such inspections. Could you allow my grandson, Russell to visit and

sure. The inspection

and the rest of the Black family were

the Dragon Legion, it would

the Black family had sent them off, the birthday

Aaron and his family. At most, she would only say a

made during the birthday

he stared at the table of dishes

others, his table manners was