8. The Current War General

Alen immediately stepped forward full of emotion but Riley quickly stopped the young man by saying, "Hold on!"

Alen tried to get away from Riley but Riley still held his arm.

"Why should I be the one to hold back, while he just goes around saying things that make people annoyed?" Alen said, looking disapproving.

Riley said slowly, "Because he just made you angry. Do you understand that?"

Alen was silent so that the young man Riley was calmer and then he let go.

Diego was almost losing patience with James but had not done anything yet.

James was already standing and crossing his arms, as if challenging Alen to a fight.

Riley immediately stood in front of Alen and said in a sharp tone, "Is this all you can do?"

James looked at Riley with a confused expression.

"You're doing this, pissing off other people and challenging them to fight with you so you don't make too many enemies in the palace soldier recruitment selection?" Riley said.

James smiled irritably, "What are you talkin