Chapter 483

Claire recognized David immediately. He was a figure of considerable influence in Josona, a high-ranking officer with authority. But what shocked her most was how deferential he was toward Landon. His respect wasn't just formal—it bordered on reverence, and that alone sent alarm bells ringing in her head. The word "Drakonnis" echoed in her mind, momentarily causing her brain to stall. She couldn't process the magnitude of the situation fast enough. Just moments ago, she had been disrespectful toward the captain of the Drakonnis and Andrew, a fact that now seemed to dawn on her in a cold wave of panic. And then there was Andrew. He wasn't supposed to be anyone important—a disowned, useless playboy. How could someone like him be tied to the Drakonnis? The connection made no sense. Landon, noticing her confusion, scoffed and spoke directly to her, "Perhaps you'd like to explain to everyone here, Ms. Walker, on what grounds you decided to arrest Mr. Hughes?" David, catching the ques