Sylas watched on coldly as the beast rattled against its chains, snapping them.
…
In the outside hall, a crowd had long gathered. In fact, this matter was projected through the whole Rune Tower, not just the Beast Master Tower section.
When those watching saw the crowd, they became horrified. Then there were those among them who had weird, contemplative expressions as though they understood something.
Among this number was a certain young woman in a heavy cloak. But she was far from the only one.
…
Ulrik glanced at the screen above him and sneered. By his side, standing in disheveled clothes and trying to mask the puffiness of her eyes with makeup, there was Eliza.
This was what happened when certain people didn't know their place.
Uninterested in the happenings, Ulrik turned away and returned to his task. He had already vented his needs, so it was about time he dealt with the true purpose of his visit.
