Shao He felt the icy coldness on her neck and smiled lightly, speaking in an indifferent tone, "Do as you please, but think it through—killing me will benefit you in no way."
Upon hearing this, the man hesitated. The woman before him was unlike the Shao He of previous days. She appeared fearless and completely unconcerned about dying.
Could it be...
At this moment, the previously silent Pei Huaian suddenly spoke, "Tell me what you want, name your terms."
"Back off immediately, or I'll kill her," the man threatened fiercely.
Pei Huaian waved his hand, and the soldiers behind him immediately cleared a path.
The man continued to retreat while holding Shao He hostage. The captive asked with a calm demeanor, "How much silver did they give you to risk your life in exchange?"
"Shut up, just shut up!" The man was becoming irritable, but he still kept the dagger pressed tightly against Shao He's neck, preventing Pei Huaian from making any rash moves.
