Dawn of the Martial King

In a world where martial skill and military rank rule, Matthew Gilmore takes three years' service in place of his brother and rises to Six-Star General. Returning triumphant, he faces cold betrayal: his father Benjamin demands Matthew hand all honors to the favored Zachary. Heartbroken, Matthew severs the family bond. Benjamin steals his military credits and, when Matthew tries to expose the conspiracy, exploits an enemy invasion to deploy nuclear strikes meant to erase him. Matthew survives but loses an arm. Wounded and resolute, he returns, unmasks his father's crimes, and travels to the capital with a trusted friend for the Star Generals Tournament. Fighting through brutal rounds, he reclaims honor, becomes a top-tier general, secures vindication, protects the nation, and begins a quiet life with his companion.