Chapter 129

"General."

Marcus's gaze hardened at the sight of James. He saluted in proper military fashion. His eyes glinted with curiosity as he wondered why James was there.

James suddenly recalled that Marcus was the Wang family member he had spoken to earlier.

Could it be...

"What is your relationship with the Wang family, chaplain Nicholas?"

James asked hurriedly. In his eyes, Marcus was a decent man, albeit slightly intimidating, which sometimes led to unexpected incidents.

"We're acquaintances, but… why are you here?"

Marcus seemed taken aback and quickly returned the question.

Their shared military background meant they often met at high-level meetings. As the God of War seldom showed himself, James usually attended on behalf of Matthew.

Therefore, few knew the God of War by face, and those who did had only glimpsed him from afar.

Marcus, having encountered James at various strategy meeti