Garius rested his chin on his knuckles, amusement in his eyes.
"So, enemy princess."
His golden eyes locked onto Zania.
"Tell me… during your fight with this idiot here—did you win?"
The room fell silent as all eyes turned to Zania. She clenched her fists, her lips parting slightly, but she remained silent because everyone already knew the answer.
Javier began to panic.
"E-Esteemed father…"
Garius raised an eyebrow.
"Hmm?"
Javier forced a grin.
"How about… another duel?"
Garius's smirk widened.
"Oh? You're suggesting another fight?"
Javier nodded quickly.
"Y-Yes! Esteemed father!"
Then, after a short pause, Garius leaned forward slightly, his eyes gleaming.
"Interesting… But know this, my idiot son."
Javier felt a cold chill down his spine.
"Yes… esteemed father?"
Garius's next words shook the entire hall.