Chapter 148 - 148- The Mission Begins

Sara's voice boomed through the hall:"BANE! Do you not know the basic etiquette?"Bane froze mid-step, his eyes widening in surprise.They darted toward Selene, who pointedly avoided his gaze. Then they landed on Alex, who simply observed him with quiet curiosity.Bane's jaw clenched. He replied through gritted teeth:"Aunty, I heard Selene returned after so long… I came from the frontlines to meet her."Sara's eyes narrowed, her tone turning cold:"Then you should have waited until we were finished. Do you think this is your personal hall? You barged in like you own this castle."She took a step forward, towering in presence despite her calm voice."You're a white-rank soldier. Who gave you permission to leave the frontlines?"Bane opened his mouth to argue—then thought better of it. He lowered his head, silent.