Believing as if he had sealed the deal, the smile on the Demon Duke widened "Since you have made your decision by coming to me, tell me what is it that you want? As long as it's nothing too ridiculous, I'm willing to grant your wish. Now swear loyalty to…"
Before the duke could continue, Simon held up a hand stopping him from continuing any further.
The sudden gesture made the room fall into a deathly silence. All eyes turned towards Simon who stood there calm and collected even when subjected to so many cold and unfriendly stares.
"Duke Vordanaz" he sighed "You seem to be misunderstanding something. It is correct that I have made my decision but I'm not here to become your subordinate, nor am I interested in the power, immortality, or status you promise"...
"It's as you said earlier, the strong choose their own path. And I've chosen mine."