The crowd's eyes were filled with curiosity and anticipation. They wondered what kind of future Adrian would bring them.

Could this young man lead them to victory in the face of the Primeria's ferocity? The outcome remained uncertain.

"Stand up," Adrian commanded, his voice resonating with authority.

"Follow me, and my only requirement is simple: absolute obedience. If I command you to die, you must not utter a single word of dissent.

"Can you do that? If not, stay behind—there's no need to