"Who is Emir?" asked Riel. The slaves fell silent in deep fear.Riel repeated the question again. Balferis walked to Riel. Meanwhile, Emir trembled behind his friends."What is it, Sir?" asked Balferis."Ms. Dumitrese asked me to bring Emir. If none of you tell me, I will take you all there," said Riel, stressing everyone.Balferis turned his head, looking at all the slaves staring in fear."What does Ms. Dumitrese want Emir for?" asked Balferis."Too bad I can't tell you," Riel replied.Balferis took a deep breath. "If it has to do with punishment, let me take his place."Riel smirked. "You have no right to know. You'd better know your place."Balferis looked at Riel intently. "I know my position very well, Sir. I must know why Emir was brought. I am responsible for all slaves while they are in the slave house."Riel shook his head. "No, you're not. Tell me where the boy is, or I'll have to take you all. Choose one," he threatened.The atmosphere became very tense. The children whine
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