For a split second, Adrian was tempted to call his father out right here and then.
Even as a child, Adrian had known that his father held the general in high regard. It was why he had let him stay at that event back then.
Calling his father a liar in front of the man he respected the most would be sweet revenge.
But then Adrian knew there would be consequences too.
Richard was petty enough that he might hold back the information he wanted from him after all.
So he smiled and nodded at Charles. “Yes, you know how these things can be. The life of a young master can be very busy. I am sorry I did not reach out, General.”
“You will have to do better than 'sorry', lad. I will find a way for you to make it up to me.”
Adrian smiled and nodded. “I am all yours.”
“Ah, as if I believe that.
