Bait for hunt!

Cassius pov

"Why are you asking so many questions?" asked the man, looking at us with alerted eyes.

The moment I saw them, I knew they were outlaws. Therefore I made a story to hide our identity as commoners, yet closer to nobles to justify the jewels of Marianne. I could see they were not showing yet but they were suspicious of us. Their hands were moving closer on their weapons. 

I knew she was affected by then Marquees name, I was too. But then there were many Marquees in the empire. I understand her anxiety but this was not the way to ask.

"Ah, my wife, this is not the time to gossip. Is it?" I asked as I hugged her from behind and pulled her back. She eyed me and I glared back at her.