The Man's Decree

Quinley and the others were deeply anxious as they watched Jared approach Norwal City’s army beyond the wall.

Hastily, Cloud reassured the women, “No need to worry about Mr. Chance, Ms. Warwick, Ms. Tall. Nothing will happen to him. Last night, he installed an arcane array outside. Those people can’t hurt Mr. Chance even if they try.”

Upon hearing that, the women were relieved. “Ivasha, I want you to contact all the guards. Tell them to be on alert and be prepared to escort Mr. Chance back at any moment,” ordered Yuven.

Ivasha nodded before leaving to make preparations. Meanwhile, Jared gradually arrived before Lucian with Xandros in his grip. Both were facing each other with dozens of meters between them. Lucian was livid the moment he noticed the injuries and bloodstains on his son.

Then, he glared intensely at Jared. It was his first time meeting the latter. I’m surprised. Even though he seems to be my son’s age, he managed to defeat Mr. Quayle!

“So, you’re Jared Chance?” questioned Lucian coldly. Wordlessly, Jared nodded. Gritting his teeth, Lucian stifled his fury and questioned, “You want to exchange my son for the Divine Bow, yet you inflicted so much damage on him. Don’t you think you’re crossing a line?”

grinned. “I’m only ransoming your son’s life for the Divine Bow. I didn’t say anything about returning him to you unharmed. In any case,

dared to threaten me before! I’m going to- Disdainfully, Jared slapped Xandros’ cheek. Xandros howled in

son in front of me! Do you want to die that badly? You’re courting death right now, you know that?” roared Lucian

his eyes

for his father. “Save me, Dad! Please don’t provoke him anymore! I’m going to die at this

give him what he wants, Dad!

At that moment, he

your behavior, brat! If I lose my son, I can have another one. However, if you kill my son, your life will be forfeited, too.

to the next life ahead of schedule. This handoff has failed, then.” Jared didn’t want Lucian to notice his overwhelming desire to obtain

to blame when you arrive in hell, don’t blame me. Blame your heartless father who couldn’t be bothered to save your life.” Upon ending his