Withdrawal

William slept for two days and one night before waking up. The first thing he did after waking up was to get an update on Ava State's situation.

"He really said that?" William asked as he listened to Remides's update on Ava State's situation, especially Morton's attitude towards him.

Remides nodded and looked hesitant.

William asked, "So what's on your mind?"

"Morton is still in the embassy, being watched by someone I trust. Without my orders, he can't go anywhere. And he's the only one in Black Crow Gaze who witnessed everything and knows that you've returned. In other words, we still have control of the situation," Remides explained quickly.

Remides quickly reported her handling of the matter to the Presiding Judge.

But that wasn't what William wanted to hear.