Chapter 17: A Crushing Catastrophe

Strife straightened, faced Bruce, and barked, "Greetings, Lord Yale!" The Godbane Hall fighters behind him drew a deep breath, ready to roar. Bruce shot them a look and said, "Keep it down. You'll scare my daughter." Their breath hitched. They glanced at Jane, excitement flashing in their eyes. So this was the little princess. She was adorable, but looked terribly pale. Lowering their voices, they said, "Greetings, Lord Yale!" Bruce gave a small nod, then looked toward the Zorn family's compound...