Vahn listened to the Ghost King's story of exile and revenge. The connection to the Great Central Empire was alarming, but the offer of a military commander with centuries of experience was too valuable to pass up.
"Very well," Vahn said, cutting off the Ghost King's pleas. "I don't need your worship; I need your loyalty and your skill. My Queen, Seraphina, will not obliterate you."
Vahn imposed his condition immediately. "You will not merely swear allegiance. You will swear a Soul Pact directly to the Necrotic Dynasty."
"This pact requires you to be eternally bound to the welfare of my family and this kingdom. In exchange, Seraphina will use the smallest amount of Holy Light required to cleanse the curse that prevents your soul from moving on, but you will remain spectral, serving as the first commander of my army. Do you accept this eternal service?"
