'What? Joining forces with Darryl?'

The mayor's chest thudded at Paya's words, crying out in protest. "I had an alliance with you, General! Why would I bring harm to you?"

As he spoke, the mayor's body trembled in terror.

Paya smirked coldly, not believing him in the slightest. "No? Well, let me ask you this. Were you telling the truth when you told me you thought of this plan all on your own?"

Paya's gaze was razor-sharp as he spoke.

'Well…'

The mayor hesitated at the question, his face f