Chapter 50

"When I couldn't find that thing in the Lordship Estate, I started suspecting that you had hidden it in the darkroom. But the therians from Ethereal Fang Alliance said it was cursed, so I didn't dare act recklessly. And yet, here you are, bringing her out on your own." Wayne walked toward Sawyer at a measured pace. "Sawy, I've never treated you unfairly. If you wanted the lordship, you could have just told me. I would've discussed it with Karl and even considered stepping down for you. "But you're too ruthless and unable to tell right from wrong. Maybe before, you were deceived and didn't realize how dangerous this thing was. "Now, after what happened with the Ethereal Fang Alliance, are you still going to be this stubborn? Are you really willing to risk the lives of Ironhorn Alliance's people?" Wayne asked. He stopped just three feet away from Sawyer. Meanwhile, Analise and the others casually stepped forward as they watched the scene unfold. "Lieutenant Hansen, didn't you ask