The Dragon of the Ishtar Gate

The story follows Bessas, a young officer in the Immortals regiment, as he embarks on a perilous quest to fulfill his King's desire for immortality. Tasked with retrieving rare and dangerous items, including dragon blood and a king's ear, Bessas navigates a world filled with challenges and moral dilemmas. His loyalty to the King is tested as he confronts the implications of immortality and the sacrifices required to achieve it.