Chapter 170 supreme commander

To earn respect, one must do something worthy of it. While it was uncertain how Randolph would mature, his current behavior gave little hope. Michael suspected Charles V would rue having only one heir.

As Duke Capone observed Michael's calm demeanor, he grew increasingly uneasy. For someone so young to display such composure... it's terrifying.

Even with Randolph as the nominal commander-in-chief, Michael's poise and confidence were unsettling.

With the princes gone, the meeting progressed smoothly, and the attendees quickly reached a consensus.

"If we defend this fortress successfully, it will send a strong message. It may even be possible to reclaim the Dolce Line," one general noted.