Childish - Part 9

"Do I take this to mean that you approve of the tournament to be held, General?" Oliver said.

Lord Blackwell left him in silence for a good few tense moments. For all his size, he looked like a furious bear whenever he allowed himself to dwell on even the mildest of thoughts. Without him talking to reassure the person across from him, all would assume him to simply be angry as his natural state.

"I am willing to give my approval, under certain conditions," Blackwell said.

"I see. And what are these conditions, Lord Blackwell?" Oliver asked.

"You shall make it known that the House of Blackwell shall be assisting you," Blackwell said. "That is the first condition. And secondly, though I am willing to lend you men, you will take care of the coin involved and all planning."