Hundred ground battles (5)

“I like to look old.” Tie Nse responded, “A patriarch my age would not be taken seriously.”

“This is no time for denial.” Nti Anem said.

“Boy, don’t cross people’s bottom line.” he answered.

“You even talk old. You must really hate yourself.” Nti Anem answered.

“Someone tell me what is going on.” Ku Jian asked.

“I do not hate myself. I know who I am.” Tie Nse responded.

“Yes. You do. Why else will you hate your own face?” he asked and the air around Tie Nse became heavy. One could tell he was greatly angered and about to attack Nti Anem if any other words come out of his mouth.

“Do not bother. The only one that can kill me amongst you three is His Highness.” Nti Anem said casually, “Besides, we all want to leave here. You cannot keep hiding and keep us here.”