The Understated Dragon Lord

Chapter 835 Torches

Chapter 835 Torches

Torches

"Since you're so stubborn, Jax, and don't believe in ghosts, you can bring up the rear. If a ghost attacks you and you wet your pants, don't come crying to me for help!" Daniel warned. "Cry for help from you? Ha!"

Jax let out a scornful laugh, full of derision.

"I'm a veteran member of the police force. I've faced all kinds of situations. Do you really think I'd wet my pants or cry like a baby? And as a law enforcement officer, why would I ever ask a troublemaker like you for help? Are you kidding me?"

"Fine, then, Jax can cover the rear, and I'll take the lead. But we need torches to enter the cave, and they should burn as brightly as possible!" Daniel said, looking at Nathan.

the right thickness. Too thin, and they won't burn long; too thick, and they'll be hard to

go? Who are you to order me around? You don't pay my salary; why should I listen to you?"

no authority over

would you mind gathering some branches? After all, we're here to catch the bandits and help your daughter. You should contribute, shouldn't you?" Upon

you a lesson first? On Golden Light Hill,

to obey Perry,

defiant stare, Nathan reluctantly went off to gather

to incur Perry's further wrath, Nathan did good work and brought back

bundles

though brimming with dissatisfaction,

Jax lounging around, Daniel turned his attention to him and

see Nathan could use some