The Valkyrie Returns and Slays (Raven)

Chapter 106

Chapter 106

The moment Cassian spoke, nearly every influential figure in Vyrdenia froze in surprise. That was certainly an odd way to

ask for a spot.

Cassian was undeniably attractive, and rumor had it that his abilities had skyrocketed over the past six months. Some of them had even noticed a hint of something more between him and Lieutenant General Valor.

But with this many people watching, even if he truly wanted a spot in the Hundred-Man Unit, he could have come up with a better excuse, something a little more respectable.

From the crowd. Edric, who had been quietly observing the entire time, stepped forward.

Though in his forties, he looked youthful and carried himself with the polished confidence of a man in his prime.

His warm, refined smile instantly drew the attention of several young women nearby.

After a few strides forward, he looked toward Raven and spoke in a composed, soothing tone. "Lieutenant General Valor, Cassian has always been direct with his words.

you will not take it to heart. That said, his capabilities do meet the standard for the Hundred-Man Unit. I hope you

and her emotions instantly tangled into a mess. That's not the real issue here. If I even think about saying no,

beneath the

him a subtle nod.

crowd by surprise. None of them had expected the very first

only qualification you're really looking at, they all

It was hard to believe someone like him could have made such a dramatic

who had hesitated to recommend their own good-looking

highly respected gentleman stepped forward and pulled a photo from his wallet, handing it to Raven with a grin. Lieutenant General

to look art Sure, he's good- looking, but he's always in the tabloids for scandal after scandal. Lieutenant General. Valor, here. Take a look at my nephew. He may serin cold, but he's quiet, loyal, and low-maintenance,"

mute. No one wants to date a guy who doesn't

could feel the storm brewing beside her, and sure enough, Cassian's face was growing darker by the second. If these Regalhold big

second, she cut in quickly, her voice firm. "This is getting chaotic. You're

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cannot keep track

home, choose wisely, and bring