Bryan finally turned his piercing gaze toward Zaiden, ignoring Nathaniel entirely. His calm, authoritative voice sliced through the tension. “Zaiden, your actions have shown me exactly where your talents lie. You and your so-called men will now have a chance to redeem yourselves.”
Zaiden’s eyes widened in confusion. “W-what do you mean, sir?”.
“You are going to work,” Bryan said, his tone leaving no room for argument.
“From this moment forward, you and your men will be stationed at the construction site. Your job? Labor. Hard, honest work. Every brick laid, every foundation built—you will sweat for it. And…”
Zaiden gulped, his head lowering instinctively.
Bryan stepped closer, his presence towering over him. “You will serve as the watch guard. Your sole responsibility will be ensurin
