Chapter 155
The man looked at the people behind him. The old man there shook his head. It seemed like he didnt know either. Seeing that answer, Carynne figured that these people were clueless about this place.
Verdic Evans and his land was not very close, though it was still only just one day away by carriage. These people looked like they had come from far away, especially judging by their foreign accent.
We are in the middle of our journey going back, Carynne explained. It got dark out, so we took shelter in this place to avoid the wild animals.
I dont believe you. How are you connected to Verdic Evans?
We arent very connected.
This forest is part of his land.
He tried to buy my fathers estate, but he canceled the deal. Thats why Im hereto sign the necessary documents in lieu of my father.
Shes already saying everything meekly like this, wasnt she? But the metal against her neck was still persistently there. The man looked back and spoke.
Just mere words.
No, wait a second.
One of the clueless men behind spoke up. He looked down scathingly at Carynne with a scowl. That man, who Carynne did not know.