Belinda did not know if Locke had said that on purpose to ease the awkwardness.
However, Locke's words did pull her back to reality.
After drinking a mouthful of red wine and reminding herself not to let her imagination run wild, she said, "I need to find some precious Battle Beast materials. There are several types and dragon's blood is one of them...
"Are you willing to help me?"
During the past few days of interaction, Locke had been observing her.
Although she looked hot and unrestrained on the outside, she was a little woman who lacked a sense of security on the inside.
Moreover, for some reason, this woman seemed to listen to him very much.
Belinda had not been willing to reveal the things that she had just asked him.
At the very least, she trusted himself.
After putting down the wine glass, Locke said, "Since everyone's goals are similar, why don't we help each other?