Chapter 288: Life in Danger

The only reason Violet is unfazed at this point is because there is no need for her to heighten her vigilance to protect herself.

Now is the time to scrutinize the situation before her once again with utmost caution.

In this negotiation, Violet is the one who truly holds sway.

The other party had no option to flee from her, and besides, the captain of the guard was stationed at the gate of the town.

From the very beginning, the other party had no escape. That's why Violet did not mind wasting time listening to their so-called story.

"Oh, it is my great honor that you have appreciated it, but actually, this is just a dull folk tale," she responded.

"It's about a rat that once helped the owner of a farm escape from a collapsing house, thereby saving the owner from getting crushed," she continued.

This story, with its witty allegories, vividly depicted the relationship between Halse and Violet.

Of course, the only purpose was to save his own life.