Chapter 61: Five thousand demons
Vlad smiled as he heard those words and nodded softly, but immediately, General Omar refuted.
"General Anglius, how can you ask for the presence of a civilian in these meetings? Do the codes and regulations of Constantine County’s military mean nothing to you?"
General Omar’s words were harsh, and he did not hide his voice, making sure everybody heard them, seemingly trying to pressure Anglius. Yet, the only thing that appeared in the middle-aged man was coldness.
"Be very careful with your words, Omar. Silent Wind is my base, and I rule it as I see fit! Not to mention that while Sir Vlad might indeed be a civilian, he is a member of Constantine County. Can you say the same for your companion?"
General Anglius did not lose his composure easily, but if there was something he truly loathed, it was hypocrisy. Omar blaming him for bringing a civilian to a military meeting while he brought an Alien was laughable.
General Omar was shocked by General Anglius’ response and was at a loss for words. Initially, he was prepared to use all sorts of excuses, such as Orion being a warrior sent by God or that they acted based on the Greater Good, yet Vlad exposing them as Aliens meant that would not work anymore.
"If General Anglius believes such a young man would be useful, it is fine."
Before the confrontation between General Anglius and General Omar could escalate, Orion’s soft voice emerged, her face immutable. It seemed that all the rage and anger from before had vanished.
Vlad’s eyes narrowed as he had to commend the woman for her calmness. Although Orion had taken a heavy blow, she had managed to overcome it very fast, something that required a great will and mind.