Chapter 1549

Xayne's expression remained impassive.

"This is the truth. If what I said does not add up, I am willing to take responsibility," Baxford said firmly.

"Do any of you have anything else to add?" Xayne nodded, turning to the others.

"I do. Baxford didn't mention one thing. After they killed our brothers, they spread rumors in the international media, claiming that Drakonia coveted their technology, which led to them shelling us. They twisted the soldiers' deaths, alleging that we were attempting to steal blueprints at night, causing the accidental deaths by shelling." An officer raised his hand, his teeth clenched.

"And you didn't consider striking back?" Xayne asked.

"Of course, we did, but someone suggested that we should pay attention to our international image, so we kept the anger in check until now," Baxford growled, his body trembling uncontrollably.

It was understandable why Baxford lost his composure. When brothers were gunned down and the perpetrators turned the tables, th