For a moment, Rod's fury had escalated to the point of losing his rationality, and he desperately wanted to punch that greasy man and the Chief Judge right there and then.
But cold rationality reminded him that the only consequence of doing so would be to deepen suspicions or lead directly to his ruin.
However, if he just swallowed his pride, Rod found it hard to accept as he most loathed those who still undermine others during crises; and this Chief Judge was the most despicable and disgusting sycophant he had ever seen.
Not stomping him into oblivion was hardly enough to quell the rage in his heart.
Fortunately, Rod soon found an opportunity.
Before he and Gregor as prime suspects were escorted back to the Royal City, leaders from both factions had spoken to them separately.
To Rod's surprise, the first thing Ms. Qingyu said when she saw him was:
"I'm glad we met so soon."
Her second statement was:
"I'm very sorry."
Startled, Rod asked, "Sorry for what?"
