They hardly lasted more than a second! I released my spell and spoke smugly to the group, “So, do you believe me now? I’d advise you not to make me angry, otherwise… I’m sure you know the consequences.” After the spell effect had ended, the men all had looks of terror and disbelief on their faces. Some even lowered their heads and avoided making any eye contact with me. “Great… Great mage! We really had no idea this was your familiar. What happened today was just a misunderstandin’! Yeah, a misunderstandin’... Please forgive us. Look, it hurt our brothers too! And we didn’t cause any actual harm to your familiar either… Please!” The group of men were all kneeling and begging for forgiveness. I did not think I would get them this easily. I wanted to laugh, but I did not show it on my fa

