Julien didn't know about the Oskian mindset.

He had been raised with the idea that harmony was never the intention when it came to conflict—at best, the key was to strategically retreat and bide his time until they could find a killing stroke.

Still, Charlie's tip offered him a new insight—there were ways to enslave without looking like he was doing it.

With that in mind, he reclined against his seat and smiled, "In that case, let's see how far they go."

Charlie smiled faintly too, glancing