Stopping three steps away, he stood with his hands behind his back, squinting his eyes, his imposing frame was as straight as a pen, and the aura surrounding him was powerfully intimidating.
Walter Schmidt released Emma Benson and took a step forward too, father and son facing each other.
"When I first came back with you, you gave me your promise not to force me into anything I didn't want to do... Of course, this time I agreed, but you also know the reasons why, and you know that I do not wish to accept this marriage..." After a long time, Walter Schmidt finally spoke, his voice chilly yet resolute, "If accepting this position as marshal means having to succumb to an arranged marriage and lose my freedom, then so be it! Remember, I am not a sacrifice to maintain power, nor will I abandon the woman I love and my own happiness just to please the great powers!..."
