Chapter 543

Dirk Hertz, Sammy's maternal grandfather, led the people rushing into the room. Their rivaling parties had always been at odds as they competed for profit, and this was no different. Even so, Dirk had the advantage in authority, even as the two factions now stood off against each other in a silent confrontation. "We have everything we need to build a case against Zidonia. Why are you releasing her?' "What, with false charges against a heavily pregnant woman? Zidonians are already accusing us of illegal detainment, and it's already causing quite a stir. Are you really going to push this to a point of no return?" "They are all talking. Once we get proof from her, no one would believe a word they say—" "She'd be dead before you do." In fact, even as Irene started to lose consciousness, she was bleeding profusely from beneath her waist, dyeing her skirt red. Knowing that they would be breaking a promise if they lose her now—and possibly the chance to solidify Sammy Raideen's clai