Asher’s death had taught Harial of the legate’s methods.

He knew that the legate was not joking around, and now understood that the legate was the devil!

Adrian nonchalantly looked at Harial, who was on his knees, before him. He picked up the information gathered from Daniel’s investigation.

“Harial, according to this file, you haven’t committed any serious crimes. Based on my investigation, you have not been involved in any particularly serious situation.

“However, you now understand that I don’t tolerate any mistakes, right?” Adrian asked Harial in a low tone.

Harial nodded profusely. “Yes, sir. Absolutely. I’ll do anything that you ask of me from now on. Your request is my command, Legate!”

Harial was scared out of his wits. He initially wanted to put on a strong front like Asher but reality had proved that Asher was a fool. There were times when one needed to yield to survive.

Harial did not deserve to be killed so Adrian had no intention of doing so. However, he wanted to s