When Petals Meet The Blade (Priscilla and Waldo) novel Chapter 215

“That’s childish!” Waldo muttered, a smile betraying him as it crept onto his lips, never imagining Jessica could be so headstrong and bossy.

“Looks like the Shaffer family had no luck finding anything today, huh?” Waldo commented.

Hughie gestured towards the Shaffer siblings, who were standing close by. “Not only did they receive nothing, but they’re also being driven insane. Look

at them.”

Scarlett was still sitting on the ground, sobbing uncontrollably, while Diablo stumbled desperately toward Garbisch, his voice cracking with worry. “General, about this morning–it was just childish silliness from the girls. Can’t you just let us go this time? Continuing this won’t benefit either the Shaffer or Yates families!”

He was truly being driven mad; before arriving, he’d boasted to his father about securing a top–three finish in this year’s autumn hunt, a stark contrast to his present uncertainty about surviving the day..

For years, the Shaffer and Carr families have engaged in a bitter rivalry, both openly and secretly, each striving to be the King’s favorite. If he fails to even qualify for the next round today, he’ll be unable to face his father again. “General, I implore you think of the greater good!” Diablo pleaded desperately

once more.

Scratching his nose and looking a bit lost, Garbisch said, “Well, I don’t make the decisions for the Yates family. Frankly, this concept of the ‘greater good” doesn’t apply here. Jessica’s already assured us we’ll get through tomorrow’s battle, so I’m trusting her judgment on that.”

“What would a woman like her know?” he sneered. “Your Yates family hasn’t claimed a single kill–what makes you think you’ll qualify for tomorrow’s hunt?” Diablo snarled, his words tight with anger. “Can’t you, as a man, even control the women in your household?”

At those words, Garbisch broke out in a cold sweat, hurrying to explain, “My Lord, you misunderstand–at home, the ladies are in charge. I don’t have that kind of power.”

The crowd erupted in derisive laughter. Leanna and Jessica were still snacking, but Alivia and Karlie showed no interest, instead looking down at them with apparent disdain and mocking smiles.

Fueled by despair and murderous rage, Diablo roared, “Garbisch Yates, you’ve been warned! Continue this persecution, and you’ll regret it!”

“Ready to rumble?” Leanna rolled up her sleeves, clearly eager for a fight.

Diablo scoffed, ready to throw caution to the wind. “You think I wouldn’t dare?”

“Alright, let’s see what Lord Diablo left behind.” Alivia dismounted and turned to face him. “I’ll give you the first three moves–show me what you’ve got!”