Capítulo 669: Knife

Khan's wariness instantly skyrocketed. He halted his steps, and his eyes almost glowed while probing Jason's mana.

The statement and Jason carried no ill intent, but Khan couldn't relax. He was in a space station filled with soldiers and special guards handpicked by the nobles. If someone wanted to take him out, that was the perfect opportunity.

Khan knew his political situation was quite safe, but that environment was complicated and mysterious. Mister Chares' organization, the Hive, and probably more parties could be after him. Realistically, anything was possible when the nobles were involved, even tricking a Lieutenant Colonel.

"That bad?" Jason asked when he noticed that abrupt reaction.

Anyone in a high position knew that fame came at a price. Jason could see that in Khan's changes. He could guess Khan had made many enemies to get where he was, which justified his reaction.