It was human nature to prioritize one's own well-being.

Kayson knew he couldn't afford to offend either side and decided that getting a scapegoat to bear the blame was for the best. That way, he could free himself from the burden of the outcome.

"Hmm?" Dustin frowned when Kayson singled him out.

What a shrewd old man, quick to take credit and even quicker at deflecting blame.

"Hey, you, hand over that guy inside, and I will reward you handsomely." Yonah turned his attention to Dustin, his tone authoritative.

"Do I know you?" Dustin replied calmly.

"I'm Yonah, the second disciple of the Drakes Dominion Order."

He continued proudly, "As long as you cooperate and hand over the guy without a fuss, the Drakes Dominion Order will always have your back."

"And if I refuse?" Dustin countered.

"Refuse? Hmph!" Yonah snorted. "If you don't hand him over, that would be a direct challenge against us. Can you bear the consequences?"

Anyone foolish enough to challenge the Drakes Domin