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However, the father chimed in as well, although his argument made more sense. "I-yes, and the King himself guarantees it. We .... are worth more alive. So, honourable knights, I beg you..."

I looked at Silas. "See for yourself, right."

Silas flashed a faint smile. "Exactly when we first captured you, yes."

"Do they have magic potions too?" It's really nice to be compared to an insignificant insect like this.

"And if Duke asks?"

"Just say it was an accident." Why complicate things, anyway? "They're fighting back and you need to take action."

Silas was silent.

This is all part of our scenario.

I never expected the Carrington family's presence, but it could be an added benefit-at least for my tired mind.

So, for the great favour I've done, I ask for little compensation.

I picked up the dagger that had been thrown and stuck in the wall, pulled it out, and approached Sara. "If you really don't want to, let me represent you."

I gripped Sara's chin, firmly. Like I've done to her before. But,