“I would say that I haven’t had the honor of making your acquaintance,” this time, Hadjar was so angry that he wasn’t able to hold his rage back. “But I’m afraid that that’s precisely why I can call myself honorable.”
Silence enveloped the world. Everything froze: the wind, the people, their breath, and their hearts. It seemed like even the chaotic dance of the fire in the lamps died for a few moments.
No one had ever even dared to look at the Governor or bar his way. It was unheard of. But what Hadjar had just said... Even the thought that someone might insult Lithium inspired horror in people completely unrelated to the incident.
“How dare you-” Primus shouted, but was interrupted by the heavy Governor’s loud laugh. He threw back his head, holding his stomach while his warriors held t
