It was the same as Miranda. Someone not necessarily supremely powerful in regular combat, but fighting them within their own domains was an uphill battle. Jake scanned the man a bit more, and it was clear he was the City Lord of Paradise just by feeling how in tune he was with the atmospheric energy.
"I see the Chosen is enjoying my establishment," the suited man said as he went over to Jake, who stayed seated.
Jake felt the dealer tense up as the game paused. The other players at the table also looked on with wide eyes as their gazes darted between the City Lord and Jake.
"Please, keep playing," the man said to the dealer and players.
"Yes, sir," the dealer said as she began dealing a new set of cards.
Jake looked at his and just folded right away before turning to the man."It has be
