Chapter 1289 How Dare You

• Just as I spoke, Thora's expression darkened. Her earlier smile dissipated as she scrutinized me in surprise. Meeting her gaze confidently, I put on an innocent look. Given what everyone had just heard, their impression of me was that I was a fool that only relied on family connections.
• Nevertheless, I was a fool that could elicit jealousy from many others.
• Within this city, there was no one else that could shamelessly claim to enjoy the protection of one's family despite having nothing to contribute.