Bab 472: Not because of blood [1]

"Why did you do it?" 

Linus grumbled. 

"I could've solved the situation by myself. You didn't need to interfere." 

Julien listened without saying a single word. 

"Is it because of what you've seen last time? The situation is different. If I wanted to, I could probably beat him. I just need a little bit more time. You didn't have to interfere. Now all you're doing is starting rumors." 

Linus continued to pile up excuse after excuse. 

"...Next time, mind your own business." 

He seemed somewhat desperate. 

"Are you even listening to me? Do you even care about what I say?" 

"...." 

"Why aren't you speaking? I told you not to interfere next time. Let me handle my matters on my own." 

"...." 

"Say something! Why aren't you speaking?" 

"Something." 

Linus's steps came to a sudden stop when he heard Julien's response. With open eyes, he looked at him. 

"Seriously?"