WE DO NOT REGRET

ANDERS

Brandon seemed so happy when he saw Zara's eyes become misty.

He mocked, "Really, Zara? Are you finally regretting the decisions you made? I warned you, didn't I? But you gave up your true family, turned your back on your father, and turned your back on me for the sake of our enemies.

What did I tell you? I warned you that it would not work out. I told you that it wouldn't end well for you, but you ignored my words. You were so proud and full of yourself, and you thought you were wiser.

You thought you were better than those who had come before you. Look at you today, about to become my slave, surrounded, cornered, and weak. And now you're crying. There's no need for that. Tears will not help you."

I folded my hands, feeling an intense hatred toward Brandon. Right from the very start, he had been a thorn in our flesh. I didn't understand how he managed to survive until now.

Just as we had planned, Zara, who had begun to cry at this point, said, "Tell me. I'm not just talking