Swindle

"Really? You agree?" Mo Li beamed. He tried his best not to approach her and held her hand.

"Yes." Actually, she wasn't at a disadvantage at all. Moreover, keeping Mo Li close is actually the best-case scenario right now. Since she wasn't sure if he was an enemy or an ally, it would be best for her to keep him close.

"Good. Let me send a letter to the emperor then…" Mo Li said as he strode out of her room. However, before he could reach the door, he turned towards her and smiled. "By the way, the church is already aware that you will come here. By now, they should already know that you are with me. My people are here to protect you all the time however, let's not forget that the church had some powerful people in their sides too."

With that, he winked at her and left the room.