News of Helferich's Victory
"No. You can't replace me with someone else. Only I know this place better than anyone else!" declared Issac.
Counselor of House Heimrich refused to be replaced because stability in the city required an adequate leader. Quentin could have led the city just as he had managed Mathilde. However, according to Issac, Quentin would not understand the culture and politics of Duskshire.
"Just you? You created all this chaos. You let your own people die because of your selfishness. Now, you still want to rule?!" said Quentin, pulling out his sword and pointing it forward.
"Or should I just kill you?!" snapped Quentin.
Issac swallowed deeply, seeing the pointed blade of Quentin's sword aimed at him. The middle-aged man had to be careful always; every word that came out of his mouth could end violently in front of Quentin.