Lior, the silver tongue, the voice of the King.

In the maze-like alleys of Nocturne City, crime was a way of life, and Lior was its undisputed kingpin. Yet, his reign was unlike any other. Instead of ruling through fear and violence, Lior's dominion was one of words, wit, and wisdom. He had an uncanny ability to mediate conflicts, turning rival gangs into allies and brokering deals that ensured peace and prosperity in the otherwise tumultuous underworld.
Under Lior's leadership, the criminal network of Nocturne City transformed. It was as if a second nation had sprouted within the shadows, with its own laws, ethics, and even a peculiar sense of honor. In many cases, Lior's 'reign' was seen as more just and kind than that of the legitimate rulers. The downtrodden, the outcasts, and even the average citizens often turned to Lior's court for justice, rather than the corrupted legal system.
Lior's empire wasn't built merely on smuggling and theft but on trade, information brokering, and surprisingly, community welfare. Nocturne City's underworld, under his guidance, became a place where the homeless found shelter, where orphans were given a new lease on life, and where disputes were settled without bloodshed.
Yet, as his influence grew, it caught the attention of King Vendrick: From Modest Beginnings to a Monumental Legacy, who was on a quest to unify the nation. Instead of viewing Lior as a threat, Vendrick saw potential. He recognized that Lior had achieved something incredible: the allegiance and trust of thousands without resorting to tyranny.
Vendrick approached Lior with an offer: join him, use that unparalleled talent for diplomacy to help mold the future of the realm. It was an offer wrapped in mutual respect. For Lior, it was an opportunity to shift from the shadows to the limelight, to bring about change on an even grander scale.
Accepting the offer, Lior became "The Silver Tongue, The Voice of the King." His transition from a crime lord to a diplomat was seamless, as he applied the same principles of fairness, shrewd negotiation, and empathy. With Lior by his side, Vendrick had not just an advisor, but a testament to the idea that one's past does not define their future. The once crime boss now played a pivotal role in uniting a realm, turning foes into friends with nothing but the power of his words.