Single for Eternity

With a slight smirk tugging at my lips, I stepped toward the chosen five, letting my presence settle over them like a heavy cloak.

Their postures stiffened—as they should.

Power wasn’t just about what you said. It was about how you made them feel.

I owned this town.

And soon enough, they’d all understand that completely.

"You five will decide amongst yourselves which region you wish to govern," I declared, my voice smooth but firm. "I’ll leave that choice up to you. However—"

I let my voice drop into something sharp, cold, and full of malice.

"I don’t want any infighting."

The way their bodies shriveled slightly in response told me they got the message loud and clear.

Ah.

Am I really that scary?