C22 A Heavenshaking Reversal

"Wood, why are you stepping forward? This isn't your place to speak. Get back," Hassie barked, her voice laced with urgency.

She knew all too well how impulsive Wood could be and feared he might offend the Roachs, potentially spelling disaster for them all.

"The Roach family sure throws its weight around," Wood said coolly. "But no one can force Qingya to do what she doesn't want."

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