Chapter 219

The man’s breath came in short, panicked gasps. “I—I don’t know what you’re talking about,” he stammered, but the tremble in his voice gave him away.

Ethan’s grip tightened. “You’re lying,” he said, his voice cold. “I can see it in your eyes. You know exactly what this is. The Four Houses—they sent you, didn’t they?”

The man’s eyes darted around again and again.

“Don't bother.” Ethan smiled wickedly. “There's no escape here. You are stuck with me.”

“Please,” he whispered, his voice barely audible. “I—I can’t tell you anything. They’ll kill me.”

Ethan leaned in closer, his face a few inches from the man’s. “If you don’t start talking, you’ll wish they had,” he threatened. “I’m not a patient man, and I’m running out of time. So, tell me everything. Now.”

The man’s composure shattered. He began to fidget as his body wracked with fear. “Alright, alright!” he cried out, his voice breaking.

Ethan released his grip slightly, giving the man a moment to catch his breath. But his eyes remained