"Traitor?" Dustin raised an eyebrow at the unexpected revelation.

Although a similar notion had crossed his path before, the urgency in Donovan's voice gave the matter newfound significance.

"Abbot Lumen …" Dustin pressed, "Who's this supposed traitor?"

"The culprit is none other than General Reston Rever, a key figure under your father's command," Donovan disclosed.

"Uncle Reston? That can't be right! Didn't he sacrifice himself?" Dustin's face displayed disbelief.

Reston Rever, a loyal general in his father's service, stood as a brother-in-arms, sharing the trials of life and death.

A decade ago, Reston, who led the guard during their arrival in the capital, successfully foiled numerous assassination attempts. His bravery became even more evident during the Aylka Rebellion when he courageously guided Dustin and Alba out of the city, eventually sacrificing himself in a heroic act.

How could someone so gallant and virtuous turn out to be a traitor?

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