I looked at the bulky man in front of me with obvious suspicion.
Of course, I couldn't so easily trust the words of a villainess's subordinate, no matter how incredible they might be.
What if it was just a ploy to lure me to the empire's border?
But on the other hand… Was it really necessary in his case?
It would not have been difficult for this man to force me to follow his instructions. Or, at the very least, just make me lose consciousness and kidnap me… However, Jacob Osman did not do any of this. It couldn't help but make me suspicious.
Finally, after a moment's thought, I slowly opened my mouth:
«But what if I refuse anyway?»
— …
«Then you're just going to make me do it anyway, right?»
To be honest, I initially did not believe in any «illusion of choice» in my position. Nevertheless, the knight managed to surprise me again.
— Not at all.
The man's unexpected response somewhat confused me.
I asked, surprised.
