Chapter 179:

A child's question caused Clara and I to look at each other awkwardly. I've been thinking about this; Venn is correct, and the analysis is sharp. At first, when I heard the news that someone from Red River had arrived, I was hopeful, but after thinking for a while, I didn't have much confidence left. If Red River has come to this step and wants to discuss a peace treaty with the alliance, they have nothing left. Maybe Black Moon didn't agree to help. Red River is in a dilemma; where is the time to worry about others? Not to mention, when I was in Red River, I was never taken seriously. The only thing that makes me believe until now is to hope that the person coming is Alfine, and deep in my heart, I still have hope because that is my hometown.

But I can't get Venn or Clara to believe me because they have nothing to do with Red River.

“Trust me, even if I die, I will get everyone out safely,” I confirmed.

Clara retook my hand; her eyes were as gentle as my mother’s in the past. “Daught