Chapter 122. General Victor

Victor stared down at his son with a disdainful glare, his eyes seemingly holding nothing but disappointment and contempt.

“You really wish to turn against me, General Victor, for the sake of this criminal?” Victor asked.

“I don’t, but if I have to, then I am not afraid of the consequences that follow. Celene is not a criminal, and you know it. She has done no wrong to you or anyone in the kingdom of Andreia, and Mathew’s death was just the outcome of your unwillingness to let her be,” Steven responded, his voice brimming with determination and an unwavering resolve—he was ready to give everything he had so I could leave this city a free person.

“You know, you really don’t have to; I was handling things pretty well before you interrupted,” I spoke, leaning to the side to see Steven, but was completely ignored, like both men had forgotten that I existed.

General Victor stared at him a moment longer, and his lips curled up into a sinister grin. “Alright then, b