Chương 165: At A Crossroads

Alone, Mark stood at the center of the Boss Room.

Despite Raven having left, his body was shaking.

Once you get me back, make sure you're still worthy of me-

You know... I've even forgotten about you a few times. Forgotten that you were there... But every time... You've always been there for me when I needed you. You emerge from the shadows when I need you most-

My Lord, if the need ever comes one day, please, do not hesitate... For it would be my greatest pleasure, to become the blood that runs through your veins. The blood that fuels your heart-

This would have been a lot harder without Fiery. Perhaps even impossible-

You serve me, and your family will be safe. From me at least. Yeah. That sounds fair-

Mark struggled to clench his shaking hands as a torrent of thoughts filled his mind.

Underlings that had started out as simple shields.