Chapter 84 : Party
The news of Axton's appointment as the sole commander of the City Watch spread across Atlas like wildfire.
It was a monumental decision, one that instantly shifted the city's balance of power.
Axton now had authority over every soldier stationed within Atlas, though he still couldn't quite comprehend how many men that truly was.
The numbers didn't matter.
The weight of command did, and it pressed on his shoulders like a crown forged of iron.
With Mayor Duncan's official confirmation, Axton stood from the ground, turned toward the crowd of witnesses, and scanned their faces one by one.
Soldiers, citizens, and officials alike watched him with awe. Some with pride, others with envy.
Then, without another word, he walked away.
He didn't need to make a speech.
His victory against Bismarck had spoken louder than any words could.
Axton's influence in Atlas now stood second only to the mayor himself.
