บท 287: There’s no point in having strength if you can’t make a decision and stick with it  

"I-" I was conflicted. I really was.

What was the best thing? I didn't know.

What should I have done?

I didn't know.

"Maye promised him ten thousand gold," Viola spoke normally.

"Ten thousand!?" The son of the duke looked shaken. 

I was shaken too. When was I made that sort of promise?

But more importantly, wasn't this girl worried about her own safety?

The duke chuckled. "Very well. Pay him half and the rest of the half will be paid through the guild. We're a little short on cash you see."

The duke signaled one of his men and the guy brought me a bag of coins. Calling it a large bag would have been an understatement. 

It was more like a trunk than a bag. 

"But Viola-"

"It's okay," She smiled. "I'm sorry I couldn't provide more, but I hope you're happy with this reward. It was fun, traveling with you," She whispered.