After Bloodfall United City was established, Claire Chapman finally laid down the burden of being Base Chief.
He was blunt with Marcus Monroe. "I know you all still want me to be the City Lord. That proves I'm capable, and I'm happy about it. But count me out. I don't want such a heavy responsibility. It's exhausting, and it's completely different from what I originally imagined. I like taking the boys out on missions, but I can't stand being constrained by this title anymore, feeling like I have to second-guess every single move I make. Give me a break!"
A vein throbbed on Marcus Monroe's forehead as he nodded, but he immediately countered, "Deputy City Lord!"
Claire Chapman closed his eyes and gritted his teeth, haggling, "How about captain of the exploration team?"
