Side Story 4.53 - Rest? Not in This Pack

Jhoanna’s POV

Peace. That was all I wanted. A few hours—just a few—to rest and regain some semblance of energy after nearly dying in battle. But of course, ‘nearly dying’ or ‘on the verge of death’ always happens in almost every battle.

Apparently, said peace was too much to ask for.

I had barely managed to drift into an exhausted sleep when I was rudely awakened by the unmistakable sounds of my father, Hans’ father, and their two lifelong friends arguing.

Because.. of course, that is now the king of suits’ trademark.

“I’m telling you, I took down more enemies than the rest of you combined!” Dad’s voice rang out, full of smugness.

“Oh, please,” Ben scoffed. “You were busy showing off. Meanwhile, I was actually doing the hard work.”