Chapter 56: I Came at the Right Time
Chapter 56: I Came at the Right Time
Crack!
The sound of porcelain shattering echoed through the council chamber.
Owen clutched the broken cup, ignoring the shards that pierced his skin. Blood flowed freely, and his bloodshot eyes stared fixedly at the middle-aged man seated opposite him. His voice was hoarse as he spoke, “Did the Marquis really say that?”
The middle-aged man was impeccably dressed, with a neatly trimmed mustache, exuding the air of a pampered nobleman.
Hearing Owen’s words, he raised his red tea and took a sip before speaking slowly, “The Marquis is currently busy dealing with matters in Storm Territory and has no time to pay attention to your affairs.”
“Besides, the Marquis has already provided you with considerable assistance, even connecting you with assassins from the Starfire Sect. He has done more than enough. How have you repaid his kindness?”
“You are being forced into this predicament by two young upstarts. Do you know how many nobles are laughing at you right now?”
The middle-aged man spoke in a measured tone, his words devoid of any compassion.