章 129: Exchange of Services?

"Oliver, that's impossible," refuted Hurman. "If everything you've been saying is true, and I don't believe you have too much reason to lie nor do you seem to be lying, then the reimbursement of funds would come too late to help save Lyle."

"But if we were able to fund him in time, would you want that to be part of the agreement?"

Looking OIi in the eye, astounded by the young man's unbending confidence, Hurman nodded. "Of course. That would be the most important factor if applicable. If you were able to bring Lyle back and help me make a breakthrough, I'd be more than willing to pledge to a new territory leader."

"What if life as you know it would change?" Oli asked. "I'll admit, our territory is radically different than most. We promote sharing borders with both beasts and humans. Currently, we're expanding our capital city to better achieve that."