A complex emotion flickered in Tyler's eyes. He couldn't quite name it, but deep down, he was relieved he hadn't seriously offended Adrian in the past.

If he had, he would never have witnessed such a moment.

"Since you're unafraid, I'll give you one hour to rest and recover on the spot. I want to see you at your peak. Can you do that?" Adrian asked.

"Yes, we can!" the soldiers roared .

"Sit!" Adrian commanded.

Immediately, forty thousand soldiers sat down in perfect unison.

These battle-hardened men were unstoppable.

Tyler suddenly realized that under Adrian's leadership, a miracle might truly be possible. His anticipation grew, and his eyes reflected a mix of admiration and excitement.

For the first time, he felt he had truly aligned himself with the right leader.

Time passed as Adrian closed his eyes. His soldiers had undergone relentless, grueling training, and he knew these warriors would strike fear into their enemies' hearts.

When the hour finally passed, the soldiers o