Chapter 71

ALEXANDER’S POV Standing inside my tent, I held the Lycan King's reply in my hands. My eyes scanned the carefully written words again and again. The letter stated that the King had gladly granted Eliza the rank of Fifth-Class Brave General in recognition of her outstanding contributions in reclaiming Illyria. A slow, satisfied smile spread across my lips. This was more than just an honor—it was proof of her strength, her determination. I was so proud of her. The paper felt heavier in my hands as I thought about what this truly meant. Eliza’s military rank now surpassed both Derek and Maya’s. By merit alone, the two of them should have earned higher positions, but they had chosen a different path. Instead of striving for true recognition, they had exchanged their military achievements for a marriage decree. This meant they had secured their place in Illyria through alliance rather than battle. But Eliza—Eliza had fought with her own hands, bled on the battlefield, and had proven herself