Chapter 154: Ties

Taylor Shayle stood with genuine deference, admiration for Elijah Quinny clear in his eyes. Elijah took in the young man's bearing. For all the swagger and arrogance of a scion, he seemed sincere, and Elijah's impression of him improved. He did not answer at once. Instead, he reminded him, "This isn't Pentoz Province. No one here will give you special treatment. You're in Riveria, and if you keep that temper, no one will welcome you." "You're right, Uncle Elijah," Taylor said, quick to fall in...