The Man’s Decree

Octavion didn’t care whether Bernard agreed or not-his decision to settle down in Allardland was final.

“I’ll listen to you,” Lorelei said with a faint smile, choosing to follow Octavion’s lead in everything.

Turning to Jared, Octavion asked, “Jared, may I stay in Allardland temporarily?”

Though Bernard was the rightful king, Octavion deliberately addressed Jared instead, making it clear that he had no regard for Bernard’s authority. His blatant disregard underscored how little he thought of the king’s position.

“Of course!” Jared replied without hesitation. Then, turning to Bernard, he added, “King Bernard, could you arrange accommodations for them?”

“Understood, Mr. Chance!” Bernard responded at once, readily setting off to make the necessary arrangements. There wasn’t a trace of displeasure on his face-he wouldn’t have complained even if Jared had asked him to relinquish his throne entirely.

“Go home and be more careful in the future. I’m living in Allardland now, so stop coming here to stir up trouble!” Octavion turned his gaze to Talcott, who had been hiding in the background.

hastily before spinning on his heels and bolting away. He had been itching to leave but hadn’t dared to take a single step without Octavion’s

staying in Allardland, Talcott wouldn’t have the guts to cause trouble here-no, not even if

swiftly made all the necessary arrangements, and everyone who accompanied Octavion was settled into

indulging in

veins, Octavion suddenly lowered his voice. “Jared, besides sparring with you, there’s something else I

raised an eyebrow, intrigued. “Oh? What

“I wanted to ask…

momentarily taken aback. “Kill your father? Why would I do that?

while you may not yet have the strength to threaten my father, I know you’ll surpass him one day. So I’m begging you if he ever offends you in the future, please spare his life. Don’t kill him!” Octavion’s eyes were filled with

appreciate that. But as long as your father doesn’t provoke me, I have no reason to retaliate. I

Realm cultivator challenge his authority. You killed Tavon. If he doesn’t retaliate, he’ll lose all respect in the Ten