I Can Extract Game Items - Chapter 172: Acquiring A Higher Tag

... . "These are examples of what happens to those who defy me. Learn from them, or share their fate."

August’s eyes narrowed into slits. He needed to find a way to free Sir Dumblore, but any wrong move could spell disaster. For now, he had no choice but to play along.

Melanthis raised her staff, and the crystal at its tip glowed brighter. "Remember, you live by my grace. Do not forget it." With that, she turned and exited the platform with her guards following closely behind.