The Reign of Zane Gardner

Chapter 270 - A Clash of Wills

Zane stood calmly before the three men, his posture unwavering and composed.

The air was thick with tension as the men glared at him, their eyes full of suspicion and distrust.

One of them stepped forward, his voice laced with accusation. “We know you have ill intentions toward us, and now, unfortunately for you, you’ve been caught.”

Another man joined in, his tone equally hostile.

“Your actions have been suspicious ever since you arrived here. Now, just admit your bad intentions, or you won’t leave this place unscathed.”

The third man, his face hardened of distrust, added, “We won’t hesitate to call the rest of the villagers to drive you out of this village. From the start, we’ve been wary of your presence.”

His words hinted at the sudden return of James to his hometown and the arrival of Zane and Emma.

Zane, however, remained unprovoked by their harsh words. His demeanor was serene, almost disarmingly calm.

He offered a warm smile, a stark contrast to the aggression directed at