Dissapontment

Lucian's eyes were hard, his gaze piercing as he stared at the General.

"No need to play games with me, old man. I'm giving you a chance to explain… and depending on your answer, you will either become my enemy, or I'll let you go."

His voice was steady, unyielding.

The General exhaled deeply.

"I know…I will explain."

Lucian's expression didn't waver.

"My promise to you was to keep your family safe"

"Not a promise,"Lucian interrupted, his tone sharp. "It was an order."

The General's brows furrowed slightly, but he didn't lash out.

"You, kid...sigh, don't be like that. We never had a bad relationship,"the General said, shaking his head slightly.

Lucian didn't respond, his cold stare locking onto the older man's.

The room was tense, the weight of unspoken words pressing down on everyone.

Finally, the General let out another sigh.