Wyot shouted, his eyes reddening with emotion. “I will pay with my life if I can’t resolve this matter.”

Jaime frowned, contemplating the gravity of Wyot’s words. Meanwhile, James and the others exchanged bewildered glances.

“Mr. Jaime, since the Dravon War King has vowed with his life, let’s give him a chance,” Thea said coldly, cradling Thora. “But only this once. If he fails to provide a satisfactory explanation, the Dooms will no longer have a place in the Jademora Empire.”

Her words were