*Varek*
“What are you offering?” I narrow my eyes at her. “Better yet, what are you willing to pay for me to play along?”
“You don’t have anything to bargain with.”
“How many people do you know for certain you can’t compel?” Her eyes glint. “And how many people who are now in your castle would leave the moment they know their prize is more trouble than she’s worth?”
My jaw tightens.
“You think that’s enough to keep you safe?” I ask. "Some men would just purchase you to ruin you."
She tilts her head. "Would you send me to a man like that?"
I set my jaw. The answer is obvious, but I can't admit that she's seen more of my character, or guessed more of it, than is comfortable for me. It wouldn't be the first time someone used my moral compass against me.
“Didn't think so,” she replies
