Chapter 427: Rule Revisions
The Swarm’s refusal took Elder Humes by surprise.
Despite the Swarm’s unique talents, he had expected his status as a Ji elder, coupled with his deliberately humble demeanor and repeated requests, to yield a different result. To him, being turned down at this stage was nothing short of an insult.
Though furious, Humes maintained a veneer of decorum. However, he wasted no time in departing from the Swarm.
Before leaving, he left a pointed remark. “Your Majesty, if the Swarm continues to act this way, you’ll find it difficult to make any friends.”
As the Ji vessel faded into the distance, Luo Wen chuckled. “Judging by that old fox’s expression, if the Swarm weren’t so inscrutable, he’d be rallying forces to dethrone you the moment he returned.”
His laughter quickly faded, replaced by a contemplative look.
Sarah, standing nearby, appeared uneasy. “Overlord, was this really the right decision?”
“It’s fine,” Luo Wen replied reassuringly.
“But Humes will undoubtedly stir up trouble upon his return. I fear our forces in the Riken System might be compromised,” Sarah said, her worry evident.