"Everyone, leave the room," Annie commanded, her voice cutting through the blue projection. "I want to speak with Ethan alone."
The Vice Sect Leader, General Henry, and General Boros didn't hesitate. They stood up, executed a formal salute, and walked out of the high-security cabin, followed closely by Heidy. The heavy metal doors slid shut, leaving Ethan staring directly into the Sect Master's dual-pupiled eyes.
"I have heard many rumors regarding your activities," Annie began, her gaze fixing on him with intensity. "You refuse to treat men, and you possess the unique ability to increase the cultivation base of women."
"I must correct your diagnosis there," Ethan interrupted smoothly.
Annie's eyes widened slightly. It had been decades since anyone possessed the sheer audacity to cut her off in mid-sentence.
