Nemesis watched Jessica, not saying anything. Well, he had nothing to say. He couldn't be a hypocrite and console her when he still wouldn't change his mind about killing her parents.
"I guess my parents were greedy—a price to pay for being greedy. But Greg, please, if there's a shred of good in you, promise me one thing. If you can't kill them on the first try, you will let them go and forgive them," Jessica requested.
"Sure, I will. But Jessica, I'm serious—don't hold back against me. You will only be filled with regrets if you do," Nemesis warned. Jessica nodded in response.
After gaining control over her emotions, Nemesis tore the teleportation scrolls, and the two of them teleported to the marked location.
"Welcome to the empire, esteemed guests. Please allow me to escort you to the banquet," Commander Joshua greeted Nemesis and Jessica.
"Thank you very much, sir...?"
"Call me Commander Joshua," he replied to Jessica's question.
