Lindsay James delivered an arrogant tirade, only to be met with a single syllable from Ryan Lancaster.
"Scram!"
Her eyes widened in disbelief.
"What did you just say? You dare tell me to scram? I'm the heiress of the James Family from Stormholt! How dare some minor household like you speak to me like that? Ryan, did you really think you're the only one with connections in Virelia State? If it comes to a fight, the Lancasters are nothing compared to us! You'd better understand—my coming here to negotiate is an honor for your insignificant family!"
Her entire body trembled with rage. She never expected Ryan to reject her proposal—and with even more contempt than Zandon had shown!
"Too bad I... hold your family in contempt. Tobias, see them out."
Ryan's voice was icy as he spoke without
