What did he see in her that she couldn't?

Aries had never seen Abel's eyes burn in anger. She simply zoned out because the discussion made her recall the tragic past, but Abel suddenly got angry. She didn't dwell on it, though.

"The Maganti Empire... must fall."

She glanced at his hand that was holding her. His grip was calm as his thumb was brushing the back of her hand. Very different from his chilling tone and burning eyes.

She moved her gaze to the rest of them in the dining hall. Even Conan was unsmiling and bore a solemn look.

"They annoy the hell out of me. Therefore, send them back to hell."

"Then we will hasten," Isaiah answered, bowing slightly. Dexter and Conan also did the same, knowing Abel's orders were absolute.