Salute To The General (Nathan Cross) novel Chapter 2068

Nathan's low chuckle from behind his mask. “You speak too highly of me, Mr. Valois.”

Nathan's voice was normally deeper but because it was obstructed by the mask, it sounded different to others.

So none of the Davier family members could recognize that the Chief Military Governor's voice actually belonged to their mortal enemy, Nathan.

Valois chuckled along as he spoke, “No, no, you're more than worthy of these words. We're extremely flattered that you're here.

“Chief Military Governor, my brother has prepared a feast and is awaiting your arrival.

Please head this way.”

Nathan spoke emotionlessly, “Thank you.” Nathan, Sage, and the Felidae Battalion soldiers trailed behind Valois and the Davier household members. Together, the two parties stepped foot into the Davier home.

They walked past the antique vermilion gate, through the lush courtyard, and finally, into the hall.

Just as they entered, Clifford approached them along with a few of his men. He hurried towards them and greeted, “Chief Military Governor, you came all this way, yet I wasn't able to greet you at the door. I hope you forgive my ill-manners.”

Nathan chuckled, “I should apologize for barging"

The men laughed aloud.

“Chief Military Governor.” Clifford spoke in a relaxed manner, “Let's drop the formalities.

Come, I've asked my family to prepare some wine. Let's sit down and enjoy ourselves.”

Nathan agreed, “Please lead the way!”

Everyone headed over to the dining hall.

The table was huge and round. Clifford naturally sat on the host's seat whilst Nathan headed for the seat for the most honored guest.

The other Davier family members sat down accordingly to their familial status.

But what was shocking was that the Daviers had not arranged a seat for Sage at all.

That was not a negligence.

Sage was only a mere major general, and his existence meant nothing to Clifford. But Sage held the position of office manager in the

Headquarters of the Chief Military Governor. He was still the right-hand man of the Chief Military Governor.

After explaining the incident, Clifford pointed at Sage. He angrily said, “This man has no respect for our family. He does not take our gift, or you seriously. I implore you to punish him for the mistake he has made.”

Nathan chuckled shallowly. “Mr. Clifford, I'm afraid you're mistaken.

“That was... Wyland Huck's painting, right? I had Sage gift it to General Nathan a long time ago. But Nathan somehow lost it and it was sold to the black market.

“So when you gifted it to me, I told Sage to return it to Nathan.

“Therefore, this fuss about Sage gifting the painting to Nathan... was just to carry out my order.

“Mr. Davier, did my actions upset you? If it bothers you that much, then I'll retrieve the painting from General Nathan and have it returned to you.”

What?The Chief Military Governor intentionally gifted the painting to General Nathan?

Clifford and the others were shocked at the Chief Military Governor's words.

The Daviers slumped anxiously, some even twitched uncomfortably at the thought of how close-knit the Chief Military Governor seemed with their mortal enemy, Nathan.

That would be a huge disadvantage for their family!