Chapter 396 Defying Orders

If the Tiger King couldn't be controlled, The Matthews' decades of effort would be wasted. Every

family among New York's 'The Eight Families' harbored Spirit Animals, and these creatures would

battle for supremacy on behalf of their owners. The strength of a family's Spirit Animal could elevate

their status, since these battles were not only a display of might but also a critical element in the

competition for power, wealth, and influence.

Soldier Fake, a top-tier commando straight from the battlefield, led the armed force awaiting them

as they entered Spirit Animal Valley, the domain he was entirely responsible for. On seeing Beauty,

Soldier approached enthusiastically.

"Lady, you've arrived!"

Beauty grew angry at the sight of Soldier. After all, it was her who had recommended him for this

post within her grandfather's enterprise to demonstrate her capabilities. She had handpicked Soldier

for his impressive resume and had paid a substantial price to bring him onboard. Yet now, this same

Soldier had failed to keep the Tiger King within bounds.

"Lady, it wasn't my fault! That Tiger King is too cunning. Its combat strength is tremendous, and it's

incredibly intelligent. On the battlefield, I used to outsmart the enemy with ease, yet here, I've been

outmatched by a tiger."

"If you can be outplayed by a mere tiger, your intelligence must be quite limited," Beauty retorted.

"In light of your grave oversight at work, consider your annual bonus forfeited, and the same goes

for your team's bonuses."

Soldier's face fell at Beauty's decree.

"Lady, that's not fair! You know how hard my brothers and I have worked to guard Spirit Animal

Valley. We've been here for ten grueling years. If we've earned no commendation, we've at least put

in the effort. If you take away our bonuses, how are we supposed to survive?"

"You dare defy my orders?"

"Of course not! Never!"

Soldier immediately backed down. Beauty was a force he knew better than to reckon with. The job

at Spirit Animal Valley was relatively comfortable and paid generously. Losing this position would

leave him and his team out of luck for anything better. Besides, Beauty seldom interfered unless

necessary, leaving them free rein—unless an unexpected incident like the Tiger King's escape

occurred.

Having conceded, Beauty's tirade subsided, and only then did Soldier notice Daniel.