PEEING IN THEIR PANTS

The people inhale sharply, their eyes widening dramatically and their hearts leaping into their bellies.

When Lucien said he was going to take ownership of this Galaxy as struck in the deal, they didn't think he would be so brazen enough to go ahead with it. Isn't he afraid of death?

"That loser is really something!"

"He has nothing to his name yet he wants to claim ownership of Mr. Bryson's Galaxy because of one useless bet."

"How overbearing! He is courting death!" They exclaim disdainfully, their faces crinkled in anger and disgust.

Declan frowns. Is everyone in this part of the country like this? This group of people never ceases to amaze him. They're a bunch of ass-lickers with three tongues!

A few minutes ago, they were all present when the deal was struck. They are aware of everything that led to it.

But now, because it's Lucien, they do not think he is worthy of redeeming the deal. Would they say the same thing if the tables were turned?

"I must have been quiet for a long time!