Chapter 35

He didn't know where he was inferior to Hubert; their ranks were equal, but Hubert held the key military forces. He had been envious many times, but then he realized that it wasn't all bad.

Maximilian had absolute power, as long as the soldiers obeyed him, he could do anything.

He wanted to show off a bit in front of Hubert. After all, Hubert's soldiers were only useful when ordered by the War God, and where was the War God?

Matthew signaled Hubert to stand and watch, feeling at ease.

"James, let's test their abilities a bit." Matthew wanted to see the strength of the soldiers protecting this city.

Looking at the troops, James wasn't afraid of losing, but he was scared of hurting them.

"Scared?" Matthew asked.

"It's just...uh..." James looked at the soldiers, and ,they indeed didn't seem very willing.

"If a soldier is weak, they must accept it." Matthew said, th