A hot and heavy relationship between the Empire's Strongest General Esdeath and her captured slave Brooke who is brought before the Commander and is at her mercy.

Chapter 2: Building Tension

"And what would this 'special task' be?"

The Emperor leaned forward in his throne, his eyes twinkling mischievously. "I want you to gather a group of powerful individuals, ones that can rival even your own prowess. And I want you to train them, mold them into the perfect weapons to defend the Empire."

I nodded, my mind already racing with possibilities. "I understand," I said, my voice low and smooth. "And who are these individuals I am to gather?"