The Man’s Decree

Chapter 853 No Surprises

In his rage, Leviathan practically lifted Colin by the collar in an iron grip that did not yield under the latter’s squirms.

Both Jared and Kristoff breathed a sigh of relief at Leviathan’s imminent departure as they were confident that they would not survive a confrontation against him.

“I’ll come with you, Dad,” Colin said suddenly as they passed before Jared, “on the condition that my friends come with us.”

Jared, Josephine, and Lizbeth are all Renee’s friends, after all. She was frozen trying to save Jared. I can’t leave them behind to fend for themselves against Kristoff’s wrath!

Having recognized the limitations of his abilities, Colin did not deem it wise to involve himself in the fight. Besides, he was more anxious to rescue Renee.

Now that Dad is here, I’m not going to let Renee’s friends die here if I can help it.

Jared and the girls saw at that moment just how deep his affection for Renee was.

out you have any surprises up your sleeve, I won’t hesitate to break your legs. Do you know how much distress you’ve

won’t, Dad,” Colin

his father’s grasp, Colin walked up to Jared. “Jared, Josephine, Lizbeth, please come with me. Let’s leave

them as his help was the last thing they expected. After all, with Renee gone, Colin was no longer

help me to obtain the draconic

Colin’s sincere eyes seemed to make Jared

nodded his assent. Leaving with Colin would be more helpful

that, Jared, Josephine, and Lizbeth trudged in Colin’s wake toward his father, who did not even offer

not be

hurried forward and

something wrong, Kristoff?” Leviathan glanced at Kristoff’s severed arm without

with you, Mr. Zare. I demand retribution for my arm.” He brandished his wound at Leviathan who began to

that Jared had consumed the draconic essence. He was certain that that