“Gentlemen, you certainly have a refined sense of humor.” Jovian took another sip of tea. “But I’m not exactly a brave man. I startle easily, so I’d appreciate it if you kept the jokes to a minimum.”

“Of course.” Huxley smiled and nodded. ”

Just some lighthearted banter to break the ice. If we’ve offended you, I apologize on behalf of Mr. Prescott. Please don’t take it to heart.”

Jovian’s expression eased slightly at that.

Since he had the nerve to attend this trap-laden dinner, he wasn’t afraid of a few threats. He wouldn’t mind sharing information with them if they were willing to have a proper conversation.

But they had tried to strong-arm him.

Their words were laced with veiled threats and demands as if he were someone they could push around.

Naturally, that didn’t sit well with him. He just didn’t let it show-for now.

“There’s no need for an apology. If there’s nothing else, I’ll be on my way,” Jovian said flatly. He stood to leave and felt that continuing this conversation was pointless.

“Hold on.” Huxley quickly got up to stop him.

He smiled and said, “Since you’re already here, why not make yourself comfortable? We’ve barely exchanged a few words and haven’t even finished our tea. People might think we’ve been poor hosts if you leave now.”

With that, he strode forward and warmly guided Jovian back to his seat.

charm might. After all, there always had to be a good cop to balance out

he had taken his

the same page here, I’ll

“We both know things in Oakvale have been chaotic lately. At a time like this, West Lucozia’s stance is crucial. So tell me has Lord Austin said anything to

It was a direct demand. If Jovian tried to play dumb now,

meant right away. There’s no need for all this beating around

anything?” Huxley unconsciously leaned forward, his tone edged with

as they were

unfortunately, Lord Austin didn’t share anything with me.” Jovian shook his

hours. You expect us

We agreed to be upfront. Keeping secrets isn’t fair.” Huxley narrowed his eyes

a single word, but his face

asked Lord Austin about these matters, but he didn’t answer me. So, there’s nothing I

fools? Do you really expect us to buy

fist on the table, and his temper finally

Huxley quickly intervened to

to Jovian, smiling. “Mr. Jovian, we’re not asking without offering something in return. Here’s the deal-tell us the truth, and the three of us will owe you a favor. No matter what trouble

What do you say?”

willing to back Jovian. That was worth far more than

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