Hans let out a deep sigh and bowed before Wilbur, his movements filled with deference. Despite struggling to walk, Wynna
managed to brace herself and also bowed nervously before Wilbur. Theo, standing in the distance, similarly inclined deeply.
Follow on NovᴇlEnglish.nᴇtAll four individuals bowed, not daring to straighten their backs or even glance up at Wilbur.
With a disdainful snort, Wilbur pulled out a chair and seated himself, lighting a cigarette before speaking lightly, "You should know
why | haven't killed you."
"l understand, sir. Lou is with me; I'll bring him here immediately," Hans said, his voice filled with immense trepidation.
At this moment, he dared not utter a falsehood. They all understood that if Wilbur truly becenraged, it would take only a swing
of his sword to destroy the entire castle and estate, leaving no one alive. The terror of an Emperor's power was beyond their
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Wilbur snorted coldly, questioning, "Did you have a hand in what happened to Connor and the others?"
Cold sweat dripped from Hans and Wynna's foreheads, falling onto the ground with a steady tap.
"Yes, sir. We're sorry. I'll release them right away," Wynna said, trembling
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