Marcello apologized, “Sorry, I overstepped my boundaries.”

James sat on a rock and pointed at one beside him, saying, “Have a seat.”

One of Marcello’s subordinates walked toward the rock and put a cloth on it. Only then did Marcello take his seat.

Xandra, meanwhile, remained silent throughout the conversation.

Marcello asked, “By the way, I haven’t asked for your name yet.”

James said, “James Caden.”

“What a nice name… You truly are impressive, James. You managed to fight five powerf