Getting Busy Again (End)

'Everyone, have you heard of a controlled Outbreak?' this question resounded in the people's heads as they looked at Basil's chilling smile.

Manfred gulped dryly and then shook his head to dismiss the eeriness he was feeling. Looking at Basil solemnly, representing everyone, he asked Basil what he meant by his words.

"I get the feeling that we are being threatened by the Braxtein Kingdom. Am I wrong thinking that way, Golden Apple of Braxtein?"

Expecting Basil to deny it, Manfred was taken aback by Basil's instantaneous answer, "Yes, Your Highness, you are right. This is Braxtein threatening every one of you here and also every inhabitant in this world of ours."

Bam!

"Insolent!" Manfred exclaims furiously. "Anthony, you should've taught your glorified hound manners. Look at what he has done—spouting nonsense as if he owns the world!"