Chapter 61: The Truth

DEVON'S POV I was in my study, speaking with some business partners when Beta Abel entered the room with a look of urgency on his face. He seemed bothered and that made me frown as it was rare to see him that way. "Okay, I guess the deal is finalized then, right?" My thick American tone sounded with my gaze fixed on Abel who had his head a little bowed. "Yes, Minister. Thanks for your cooperation. I'm looking forward to more deals between us in the future and I hope you won't disappoint me." I finally said as I ended the call and dropped the phone. "What's up? Why do you look so worried? Did something happen with the rogue overlord?" I could remember that the last thing we talked about was the rogue overlord and I asked him to find out what the rogue was planning. He was so confident the last time I saw him and what happened earlier wasn't a nice thing either. He made me a bit wary and I wondered what was going on in his head. In order not to make any mistake or underestimate an old mo