Protect the family that sheltered him without revealing his past.
Rayne traded the Empire's highest honors for the heat of a forge, content to guard the people who gave him a home. Eight years of silence shatter when a new enemy descends on their doorstep, forcing the retired hunter to draw his blade once more. Every strike risks unmasking the hero the world believes dead, yet stepping aside would break the promise that defines his quiet life.
Why it hooks you
- Hidden legend forced back into combat
- Quiet forge life versus epic stakes
- Oath to protect outweighs secrecy
Intensity
Intense action balanced with heartfelt loyalty.
