Whew!

The mention of Ethan made Darryl fall silent, his emotions growing heavy.

Just then, Ozo poured another bowl of wine. He drained it before continuing, "I knew as soon as I heard of the General's death that there was a mole in Emerald Cloud City, and that's why I was even more careful with every step I took. I had my men hide outside the city, then brought a few of my own to investigate the truth."

"The general was nothing but generous to me. I couldn't let him die in vain."

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