Chapter 166: When the Tree Falls, the Monkeys Scatter

Thiago Lapwood glanced at the man who rushed in. "Isn't Xenas under Mr. Chandler? When did we get a Secretary Hauk?" "D-Director Lapwood, i-it's… it's Secretary Hauk from the city." The messenger's teeth chattered as he leaned in to whisper, words tripping over fear. He was part of the mess. Anyone could see how this would end. Thiago's eyes flickered. Anxiety gnawed at him. While calming the others, he tried to steady himself. "It's fine. It's fine. Secretary Hauk must be here for something...