Chương 993: A Discarded Pawn.

The questions shifted to areas of his goal. What he hoped to achieve. Where he has been these past few years. Who he spoke to. How he knew where to go. What he felt when he approached this settlement. How sure he is that it is an Emperor that he is sensing. Where he is heading next. Lamplard answered every question and Desmond relayed the answers to his superior. 

Desmond said to him after the peaceful interrogation. "Thank you Lamplard. You have been very helpful."

"It is my pleasure to serve." He replied with a sincere smile.

He is not pretending. It truly is a pleasure to serve. His mind is no longer burdened by any other thoughts. He is carefree now since he has to focus on just one thing. And that's answering the questions of a fair maiden. Who wouldn't want that for themselves?

Desmond nodded. "Good. Now turn your head to the side and expose your neck to me."