Chapter 72: Visit

Finding himself at an impasse, Dale finally, Dale admitted to himself that he had found a worthy adversary. That was when he made the announcement conclusively;

"Okay Xzavier, getting to know you was a real pleasure…" the double meaning behind this statement wasn't lost on Xzavier.

"… but I'm afraid that it is time for you to meet Governor Quaid. His residence isn't too far from here. Don't worry, I will personally lead you there myself."

As he spoke, he rose to his feet, gesturing towards the door, indicating that it was time. Xzavier's face betrayed no emotion or urgency whatsoever. He maintained a look of indifference and a faraway look in his eye that suggested that he was distinctly bored. He rose up casually as though he had all the time in the world, and followed the shrewd Silver Knight to his Governor's abode.