Zhane appeared unaffected by Dave’s shift in demeanor, seemingly ustomed to seeing him this way, so it came as no surprise. Hera, on the other hand, though familiar with this side of Dave from the novel, was caught off guard by the intensity of the moment. Her difort was palpable as she fidgeted in her seat. Sensing her unease, Zhane instinctively pulled her closer, enveloping her in his protective embrace. While shielding her from the pressure Dave radiated, Zhane didn’t call out to him, nor urge him to cease his intimidating disy.


    Zhane recognized that Dave was firmly asserting his dominance and authority over the Korean Dignitary. As Dave had pointed out, this was his territory, and he had no intention of allowing anyone to be presumptuous or to assume that he owed them anything. Dave was determined not to be easily swayed or bent to their will, making it clear that he would not tolerate any disrespect on his own turf.


    If many thought Rafael or Luke were the scariest when they were angry, they were mistaken. It was Dave who truly became angry and intimidating when he was genuinely enraged and shed his yful demeanor. His ability to assert authority in various countries, win agreements against seasoned politicians, and sway negotiations in favor of his own country underscored his formidable presence and dominance.


    It appeared the Korean Dignitary was unfamiliar with this side of Dave, and the pressure he exuded took him by surprise. He fell to the floor, but Dave remained unmoved, looking down at him with unflinching coldness. There was no trace of pity in Dave’s eyes; they were as indifferent as if he were staring at an inanimate object or something entirely beneath his notice.


    The Korean Dignitary felt a cold sweat trickle down his back, snapping him out of his stunned state when he heard his granddaughter sobbing as she fell to her knees. "Mr. Carson, how can you treat us this way? Please, forgive my grandfather. He only meant well and tried to give me the best because he loves me. Don’t hold this against him. Please, just this once, do it for me."


    "Do this for you? Who do you think you are? Why would I show you any courtesy when you came here to provoke humiliation? If you im you didn’te here for that, then you should have ensured that no one disrespects or bothers my woman. It’s distasteful, and you should control your own ’dogs’ before barking up the wrong tree," Dave said, not holding back and delivering a harsh reprimand.


    Dave had no concern about humiliating a foreign dignitary or the potential for international dispute. He saw it as an opportunity to taunt him and his country. In fact, Dave was prepared to leverage this situation to his advantage, using the embarrassment as a bargaining chip in negotiations with Korea. He knew that the unfavorable position would not be his to bear but rather an opportunity to gain more from the situation.


    Firstly, the Korean Dignitary had arrived unofficially,cking the authority to use his position to exert control over anyone in Dave’s country. Dave had no obligation to entertain him or his demands. Any conflict between Dave and the Dignitary could lead toints about thetter’s conduct, potentially resulting in disciplinary action. Such issues could jeopardize diplomatic rtions and disrupt ongoing negotiations between the two countries.


    If necessary, Dave was prepared to escte the matter to ensure that the Korean Dignitary faced severe disciplinary action, potentially jeopardizing his reputation and position. Should the Dignitary’s country attempt to downy the situation or act as mediators, Dave would intensify his pressure, obstruct negotiations, and use the incident as leverage. He might even pursue discussions with Korea’s rival nation to further irritate them and strengthen his own bargaining position.