Capítulo 565: Attempts (4)

Meryl could see that Billy was strong. While she hadn't seen him, she also knew about his exploits. Still, his strength wasn't absolute with his skills and statues alone. She also had a feeling that he had tried to check the third territory if he decided so soon to make an alliance. Only someone who had taken a glimpse of that guy's power would reach that conclusion so soon… that idea wasn't bad, but it seemed that she was taking her strength far too lightly. Unless she makes herself look stronger by refusing some of his proposals, the balance of power will change to his side. Once that happens, it was only a matter of time before he becomes the leader and her people has to obey him.

"We can talk about a temporary alliance, but the relics will stay here," Meryl declared.

"The terms for this alliance to work in the first place is you giving the relics back," Billy said. "You won't need those with our help, after all."