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Seeing the unusual behavior of the two men, Oliver grew suspicious.

He was the one in charge of the negotiations, and he had already stated that there was no need for further discussion. So, why were the two of them trying to intercept Victor? Was there a reason behind it?

Since Oliver had only assumed command after the recapture of the Southern Frontier, his subordinates were already unwilling to accept his authority. If negotiations were taken out of his hands, it would diminish his authority, which he absolutely could not accept. "Both of you, come back here," he said sharply.

He then instructed the translator, "Tell Marshal Crow that if he's not sincere about it, the negotiations will end. If he still has a desire to negotiate, then the terms I set must be accepted."

After the translator conveyed the message, Victor turned to look at Oliver. The former's face showed clear signs of impatience, though he did not appear entirely assured. Nonetheless, he did not let his guard down.

"Return to the city!" Victor ordered.

Louis and Timothy rushed forward, continuing to stand in Victor's way.

Louis bowed deeply. "Marshal Crow, Marshal Prince doesn't know Septimus personally and has no emotional attachment to him. So, he is unwilling to exchange Simonton City for him. However, we place great importance on Septimus, as he was once our comrade in arms. Please wait a little longer while we persuade our marshal."

"If you could persuade him, you would have done so by now," Victor said coldly. "And didn't the Hell Monarch already make it clear? If you don't agree to exchange Septimus for Simonton City, then there is nothing more to discuss."

Louis insisted. "His Highness is already on his way to Simonton City and should arrive in a few days.

his way?" Victor scrutinized Louis,

that's right. He will arrive

have decided to end the negotiations, it is

Timothy aside and

grudge, especially since Rafael's mission to rescue

could only

have some understanding of him. He may have gone to Sandoria to rescue Septimus, but he didn't

anger flared. "If you had such suspicions, why didn't

himself that Oliver's emotions were always on display. If he knew, it would be easy for Victor to sense

had grown suspicious of Oliver's decisiveness, especially with the mention of Rafael. Timothy

an hour, it would at least buy Rafael more time. Today's negotiation was the best chance for carrying out

guess. How could we dare to

that it wasn't just a guess and that the Hell Monarch was indeed

If Rafael succeeded, Starhaven