Orkot was pushed back by the ice fence, stumbling a few steps backwards, his face showing astonishment as he didn't understand how things had suddenly turned out this way.
Colin didn't explain, and Conmonds' concealment had led him to some unpleasant conjectures.
For safety's sake, it was better to make the first move and take control of everyone present.
It just so happened that Orkot returned today when Conmonds was here gathering the Family for a morning meeting.
Looking around, there were nearly a hundred people, which pretty much meant that more than half of the Wood Family was present— an excellent opportunity to take control.
Conmonds, upon seeing all of this unfold, finally showed some changes in his expression.
He had thought he could delay for a while longer until there were absolutely no more explanations to give.
Yet, he didn't expect Colin to act so decisively and to turn his face so quickly!
