A Man Like None Other

Fraser’s throat bobbed, his facial expression shifting rapidly.

“Theobauld, you mentioned earlier your intention to infiltrate Allardland and capture Jared. Well, I’m giving you permission now. Go and apprehend Jared!” Fraser said to Theobauld.

Theobauld jolted slightly, offering an awkward laugh. “Prince Fraser, you must have misheard. I never said such a thing.”

“Didn’t you?” Fraser scrutinized Theobauld.

“I absolutely didn’t! I swear to the heavens!”

Theobauld made to raise his hand in a solemn VOW.

“Prince Fraser, Theobauld indeed never said anything about capturing Jared!” Salathiell chimed in.

I swear I never said that!”

he end up just like the man before

a moment ago, Theobauld claimed that he could handle Allardland all by himself. So, if we let him take down Allardland, Jared will naturally come forward!” Salathiell added with a playful

He had initially thought that Salathiell was on his side. Little did he expect

expression, the hand holding onto his cane trembling slightly. “I merely made an offhand comment earlier; who knew something like that

curled into a smirk, a teasing glint in his eyes. “Didn’t you just say that you could handle Allardland all by yourself? Why have you suddenly lost your nerve

“It’s not that I’m afraid of dying,

heartily, his head thrown back in amusement. “I thought you were a fearless old rascal, but it turns

that I can’t read your thoughts!” Theobauld glared at Salathiell. “You’re nervous too, aren’t you? Why don’t you give it a shot? I don’t

course, I wouldn’t dare to say that.” Salathiell shrugged, feigning nonchalance. “But I’m at least stronger than you, and at least I

Theobauld sneered dismissively.

together! I don’t fancy going on a suicide mission alone anyway,” Salathiell said, an eyebrow raised and a sly smile playing

worry, I definitely won’t cry,” said Theobauld, his face serious. “I’ll be standing by, laughing as you’re