An Understated Dominance (Dustin Rhys)

“Well… some things are better left unsaid, but I believe you understand what I’m getting at,” Percival said gravely.

“I’m afraid I don’t, Mr. Wentworth. You’ll have to forgive my ignorance.” Jovian’s tone was measured and composed.

“You…” Percival’s expression darkened.

Judging by Jovian’s demeanor when he first arrived, Percival had assumed that he was someone who knew how to read between the lines. Yet now, he was feigning ignorance, making it clear that he wasn’t taking Percival seriously.

“Enough, Mr. Wentworth. Let me handle this.”

Warrick took over the conversation and got straight to the point. “Jovian, right? Let’s not waste time. We know why you’re here. The only question is-what have you found out?”

“And what kind of information are you referring to, Sir Prescott?” Jovian asked.

Warrick slammed a palm onto the table, and his face darkened. “Don’t play dumb with me, brat. I don’t have time for games. If you don’t start talking, don’t blame me if I stop showing the Ballard family any respect.”

As he spoke, an oppressive force exploded from his body and crashed into Jovian.

To rise to the rank of Major General in the State Guard of West Lucozia, one needed more than just an impressive military record-immense personal strength was essential. The sheer pressure of a developed grandmaster’s presence was something few could withstand.

showing no sign of fear. He picked

interrogation?” he asked coolly. “My family may not be among the great families, but we’re not pushovers.

glare was fierce, and his voice cracked like thunder. ” You’re just a low-ranking officer, yet you

“Insubordination?” Jovian chuckled.

a Major General in West Lucozia, and I’m a government official in Oakvale. You have no jurisdiction

a government office. We’re in a restaurant. Rank doesn’t mean a damn thing here. And thirdly, have I done anything out of line since

His chest heaved, his eyes burned with fury, and his killing

plummeted, and frost crept over

visibly shivering

General, you could fabricate a charge and throw me in a cell. I wouldn’t put it past

tone shifted slightly. “But before you do, let me remind you. I’m a guest of the castle. Tomorrow, I have an audience

expression turned even darker. ” Are you threatening

I’m merely reminding you,” Jovian

got some nerve,” Warrick growled through clenched teeth, appearing

taken Jovian seriously before, but now, he had to consider the consequences of

Ballard family. Detaining him

Jovian was right. He had been personally invited to the castle and had spoken at length with Austin. If they arrested Jovian the moment he left, Austin would not take it lightly,