When Silva finally pulled back his bloodlust, the man could finally breathe. He took in deep breaths as he struggled to steady himself.
"You disrespected my daughter in her own kingdom and disrespected me, the king. You have already fallen to my bad side.
Everything you say now will be held to a very strict standard, and your life might depend on it," Silva said.
"Cough, cough. Please forgive me. I had no idea that you were the king. The information I was given was limited," the man said.
"Why are you starting off with lies? What's your name?" Silva asked.
"John, sir. John, and I can assure you that I'm not lying, sir," John said.
"John, let's not start with lies. I know you have all been looking into my kingdom, and I know that you know who I am.
Lily, please introduce John to us. I'm sure that you have gathered information about him," Silva said.