Chapter 413

Tiffany's voice cut through the tense air. "You have two choices—either reveal the identities of those behind you and seek leniency or gamble on their protection!" She tossed a pen onto the table and turned to Connor. "Prepare separate rooms for each of these 'heroes.' They won't be released until I'm satisfied with what they give." Her fury burned beneath the surface. These military officers had shown negligence at a crucial time for the Northern borders, acting as though the situation had nothing to do with them. Tiffany intended to drive home the gravity of their responsibilities through forceful means. Since beginning this mission, she'd risked her life more times than she could count. Had Andrew not arrived when he did, she might have died on the battlefield. Yet, upon returning to the Josona military zone, she was met with unsettling calm—no one seemed concerned about her disappearance or uncertain fate. The only explanation for this calm was that someone had deliberately con