The Gentleman Adventurer. All in Charisma, #3

The mysteries of Eyrth run deeper than Justin Talemaker ever imagined. Baron Valdrik may have been beaten, but he has not been humbled. Justin wants only one thing: a chance to escape the Necromancer's shadow and use his Gentleman class as it was meant to be used-building relationships instead of fighting for his life. But the Sapphire Star has other plans. The Ascendant Artifact opens paths Justin never knew existed, carrying his party through forgotten gates to places erased from memory.
As old powers stir, Justin is drawn into treacherous political games and an increasingly unwelcome role as a leader. His growing charisma and silver tongue may be enough to outmaneuver nobles, allies, and rivals. But they are poor protection against threats that make Baron Valdrik seem almost manageable. Caught between imposter syndrome and his longing for a quieter life, Justin must master powers he never wanted-and uncover secrets buried since the dawn of civilization.