Introduction: In a world on the brink of collapse, plagued by corruption, famine, and war, a humble scholar named Alaric Fennwick is unexpectedly thrust into the role of a leader. Once a mere historian in a small village, Alaric's knowledge of ancient texts and political theory becomes vital when a coup topples the reputable House of Vaelor, the royal family of the Kingdom of Serenthia, leaving the kingdom in chaos.With unrest brewing among the noble houses and the common folk suffering under the weight of mismanagement, Alaric finds himself appointed as the interim lord by a faction of loyalists who believe he can restore order, despite his inexperience. Using his keen strategic mind, he begins to navigate the treacherous waters of politics and power while unraveling the complexities that led to the kingdom's downfall....