At Stake

"I will if you release me," said Reizen after hesitation. He felt like he rather died than ask for help but he had to keep on living.

"I haven't got your name yet," said Xu An.

"Reizen," he responded calmly. "Now hurry and release me."

"... What's for me?" Xu An asked.

"What? You want money? I have tons."

"No, money isn't enough." Xu An shook his head slowly.

"Then what do you want? Hurry! The guards are coming due to the ruckus you made!" He urged as he slightly raised his tone.

"Be my guild member."

"You've said it in old Zhan's carriage. My answer hasn't changed! Yes, I will be your member but under one situation."

"What is it?" Xu An asked.

"I will not be a permanent member but temporary. I need to go back home."

"Where's your home?"

"You asked too much! Just release me!" He yelled as he was annoyed.