Kennard was taken aback. He had never expected Jackson, typically so compliant and respectful, to outright refuse him. Though irritated, the experienced politician quickly shifted his tactics.

"Jackson, I've dedicated my life to serving the country and its people, always putting the public's interests above all else.

"Now, as I'm here on Qacalisle Island, I'm concerned about Robin. He's young, inexperienced, and lacks clarity in his actions-that uncertainty has caused these problems.

"As you witnessed, I barely made a few remarks on ideological issues, and he had two of my bodyguards@@novelbin@@

killed under wartime rules.

"Do you grasp the gravity of this? This incident will tarnish my reputation here on Qacalisle Island..."

Jackson waved his hand dismissively, his tone almost bored. "Mr. Morales, enough. My position here is far too small to compare to yours. I don't pretend to understand your political maneuvers.

"I'm just a diplomatic attaché serving you and others like you. I have no intention of getting involved in matters beyond my scope."

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