Chapter 127: The edge of sacrilege, part 3

"I did NOT agree to this farce, and I refuse to be judged by some priest." Suor spoke the last word the same way one would say "maggot". "If all of you refuse to see reason, then I have no choice!"

His mana flared in an obvious threat of violence. No words of magic were yet spoken, but everyone tensed.

"You didn't make yourself THAT much stronger, Caravaggio," Ramba said. His mana flared, too. "Signore Ratcho, I believe Caravaggio is not fit to rule anymore. We must ensure he won't be a danger to anyone, and take care of his property."

Krochi nodded, frowning. "Yes. Take care, isn't that good of us? We would 'take care' of you if you keep threatening us."

"No, you won't," Suor hissed. "I won't be judged by you, either, you damned fools. Only the king shall decide!"