Chapter 79: The Struggles of Reclamation

Nathan, like Ethan, wore a deeply furrowed expression.

"People tend to change their attitudes when their ruler changes, don't they? They used to grovel in front of Aaron, but now they'll straighten their backs when they see us," Nathan commented, his voice filled with suspicion.

"That's why I'm bringing the 'courtesy enforcer,'" Derek said with a grin, tapping his massive two-handed hammer. Though his face was smiling, his eyes held a deadly seriousness.

"If they don't understand words, they'll understand this. Actually, I hope there's at least one fool who acts up. It'll give us a chance to show what happens when you step out of line."

"Seems like you all have a lot of complaints. Did something happen before?" Rachel asked.

"There have been a few things, yes," Justin replied, shaking his head with a bitter smile.