Chapter 17

• The young soldier turned to face him, the smile disappearing from his face. Now, he was radiating thick, practically palpable killing intent.
• "It's that I know who you are, Your Grace. I also know what you've done, and how you ended up a salve. Just one of the revolting crimes you have committed would be enough to make me want to kill you. So if there is someone among us who deserves to be sacrificed… it's you."
• Scholar's eyes widened.