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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."

Simonton City and should arrive in a few days. He values Septimus greatly, so things should take a turn for the better once

way?" Victor scrutinized Louis, not missing any

that's right. He will

retreated to apologize to Oliver, "Marshal Prince, please be patient. Even though we have decided to end the negotiations, it is important to maintain a facade of prolonged discussion. Otherwise, if news spreads that we gave

increasingly suspicious of the two men, Oliver pulled Timothy aside and asked, "Tell me the truth. Where is

since Rafael's mission to rescue Septimus

could only say, "I'm

I have some understanding of him. He may have

had such suspicions, why didn't you

display. If he knew,

Oliver's decisiveness, especially with the mention

it would at least buy Rafael more time.

a guess. How could we dare to inform you of something so uncertain?" Timothy

He pondered for a moment, fearing that it

If Rafael succeeded, Starhaven