Chapter 173

Brett's Perspective I followed Father into his private wine cellar. “Father, what'll it be? Tequila? Or whiskey?” As usual, I fetched his favorite drink and poured him a full glass. I hoped he'd get drunk quickly, but he took only a sip from the glass. “Any news on that pack of wolves from the bounty mission, Brett? If we capture them, we'll get a huge reward. You know, it's a pretty substantial sum.” I pretended helplessly as I set down the bottle. “Sorry, Dad. Those monsters are hiding well.” “No, I don't like hearing ‘sorry.’ I want a definite answer. After Completing this mission, I'll hand over deputy command of the base to you. Of course, your bank account will see a hefty deposit,enough for you to buy a luxury apartment in the big city. I know you've always wanted your own place, far from the base.” He reallyknew me well, but I originally prepared this apartment for Celena. Now she no longer needed it. I poured myself