Dale trembled in fear after realizing that he had offended the legate.

‘What the…’

Both men were overcome by fear as they knelt.

Looking at Rupert, Adrian looked at a guy next to the former and said, “Hand me your rod.”

The guy dared not disobey the legate’s command and handed over his weapon. Grabbing it tight, Adrian threw a huge swing at Rupert’s face.

“Argh!” Rupert sprawled onto the floor, teeth and blood flying out of his mouth.

“Please forgive me, sir! I was just doing as I was told