"If I could, I really want to rebel! What do the Duncans' great undertaking and the nation's desire for revenge have to do with me? That's the Duncans' matter. That's your leader's matter. Why should everything fall on me? Why should I do anything? Why should I lose my freedom and humanity? From the moment I was born, my life has never been up to me to decide. Why–"
"Slap!" A tight slap landed on Edward's face.
The loud noise almost scared Nox to death. He was such a bold person, but in that situation, he was as timid as a mouse.
He suddenly wanted to disappear into the crowd.
However, he just knelt there, not daring to make any noise, and even his breathing was careful.
"Haven't you caused enough trouble?" Zachary asked Edward.
Edward's eyes were bloodshot, and he kneeled with his back straight. His face was filled with stubborn resistance.
"Do you know how your mother died?"
