"My lord!"
Jia Xingtian had finally caught his breath. The moment he saw Xiao Xian, he did not dare be negligent and hurriedly bowed in salute.
Although Jia Xingtian was old enough to be Xiao Xian's grandfather several times over, this was a world where strength reigned supreme. If you were stronger than someone, then you were their senior, their lord. No one ranked people according to age.
"I am very dissatisfied with your performance." Xiao Xian stood with his hands behind his back, his expression blank.
He might not have much dignity in front of his wife, but that did not mean Xiao Xian was equally mild-mannered before outsiders. He could not neglect the airs he was supposed to put on.
For some reason, Jia Xingtian shuddered at Xiao Xian's indifferent words.
He was afraid.
Gulp!
With difficulty, Jia Xingtian swallowed. Suppressing the tremor in his heart, he made no attempt to defend himself. "I failed to protect Madam. Please punish me, my lord."
Jia Xingtian lowered his stance completely, directly admitting his mistake without offering any excuse to absolve himself.
When one was the fish on the chopping block, all arguments were pale and powerless before absolute authority. If they wanted you dead, it was useless even if you talked flowers into bloom. Better to be straightforward about it.
"You are quite good. If you had dared to make excuses, not only would you have died, but even the entire Gama Empire's imperial family would have been buried with you. Fortunately, you did not disappoint me." Xiao Xian gave Jia Xingtian a serious look. He knew this man was intelligent.
"Thank you for your mercy, my lord. Jia Xingtian is endlessly grateful. In the future, should my lord have any command, the entire Gama Empire will be at