Just then, Steel entered the room and said, "Sir, we've always followed your orders without question, but this time, I hope you'll listen to what we say instead. What good is a man if he can't protect his woman?" He approached Adrian and stopped before him.

Adrian looked at Steel, who continued, "Since you're unable to make a decision, let's have everyone in the city decide for you. Please come with me, sir."

Steel turned and walked out, and everyone followed suit. Summoned by Steel, the citizens of Novemton flooded the square and streets. When Steel received word that Samantha had been found, he was afraid that Adrian would be in a difficult position, so he decided to gather everyone to make that decision on his behalf.

Walking onto a high platform, Steel looked down at the sea of people and shouted, "Fellow Naviens, I have gathered you all here to ask a question."

Everyone listened quietly.

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