3 BOOKS. The Lunas of vengeance
The sponsor leaned forward slightly, his face hidden, but his words cut like blades.
Marcellus swallowed hard, bowing quickly. “My apologies, sir,” he stammered. “I… I ran into a guard… there were unexpected patrols.”
The sponsor’s tone was scathing. “Do you think I care for excuses, Marcellus? You come here to serve, and instead, you almost fail before you even arrive.” He shook his head, each word heavy with disappointment and threat. “And now look at you—all of you. Sitting here like obedient little pets, and yet, none of you have gotten rid of that weak, corrupt-blooded girl, Ivonne.”