“From the testimonies of the spies, it seemed they might be right; but we cannot put all our faith on them. How long do they even stay in those kingdoms? Just a hand full of days cannot get the information we were looking for. Moreover, what about the words of the soothsayer? Should we forget them? Please, my lord, permit me to capture any of the citizens of the neighboring kingdoms. And I will place him in t*****e. Who knows, he might unveil their secret. The king looked at him, trying to figure out senses from his words.
“But that is against our ethics. That is inhumane, a hostage. If their kings find out, it might spring up anger and a lead to war we are trying to avoid." The king demonstrated with his facial expression.
“I know my lord, but this t*****e might be helpful
