Chapter 28
Author: Gem Lynne
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Frank turned, his sharp gaze locking onto Nathan. But unlike the others, Nathan met his stare with unflinching resolve, his expression calm, unreadable.

For the first time that evening, Frank’s smirk wavered. But then, he chuckled, lips curling into an amused grin. “Well, well.” His voice dripped with condescension. “This should be interesting. But are you sure you want to risk your life, young man?”

Nathan remained unmoved. “Let’s just see how it goes.” His voice was steady, carrying a quiet confidence that unsettled those watching.

The room erupted into chaos.

“He’s insane!”

“Nathan or whatever they call him isn’t even a prominent doctor, talkless of a warrior!”

“Does he have a death wish?”

Robert leaned closer to Dr. Orchis, shaking his head. “That boy is as stiff-headed as a tortoise. But you know what happens to a tortoise before it can slip back into its shell?” He made a slicing motion across his neck. “It gets its head cut off.”

Dr. Orchis grimaced but said nothing.

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