56 Throw In A Slaughtered Sheep (2/2)

Going into deep thought, Rin rests her hands delicately on her chin. After a few moments of silence, Rin suddenly shifts her head to look at the governor.

”Who was the most recent captain you've reached out to?” Rin asked.

”Captain Delun from the Su province. He's known to frequently help command our ranks as well as control the other soldiers in the four neighboring provinces. However, he declined as well.” Governor Tao sighed.

Unseen by the governor, Rin's dazzling eyes dimmed, a smile curling up on her rosy lips.

”Why don't we pay Captain Delun a visit then?” Rin chuckled.

…

Crash--!

”Get out of my sight now before I go and summon someone to throw you out!” Captain Delun snapped, his official robes fluttering behind him as he walked away from the figure in his office.

”The day you turned yourself into those Tuhan's, was the day we cut off all ties. I do not wish to get the people mixed up in your schemes.”

”Now, now, brother Delun, don't be like that. You know just as much as I do how much I care for the people. Which is why I undertook such a risk to escape the Tuhan's men and come here to see you.” The slim man with almond shape eyes said - his raw voice smooth.

Captain Delun remained silent toward the man's words. Noting how he wasn't responding, the slim man continues with a sly smirk.

”You already know that Governor Tao's actions against the enemy will lead to no good. He even claims fighting back the enemy is for the people, when you know it's not so. Do you brother Delun really plan to do nothing?” The slim man questioned.

Slightly shifting his head around, Captain Delun looks at the slim man in fluttering robes.

”What do you want from me?”

A sharp glint flashes within the slim man's arrogant eyes, his subtle smile remaining.

”The Tuhan's Commander and men are like fierce wolves, brother Delun. No man can tame them. Which is why if you throw in a slaughtered sheep they cease to fight. However, if one is to continue to fight when the wolves are hungry, they are fighting a losing battle.”

Until now, Captain Delun remains silent, his expression, however, turned grimmer - his eyebrows furrowed.

”Brother Delun, are you truly willing to lose half of your soldiers for one province?” The slim man continued speaking.

”The Tuhan's are currently advancing forward when passing your province you can take action. With my help, you'll be able to endure a peaceful battle between them and remain captain.”

With keen eyes, the slim man waits for the captain's next words.

When suddenly…

”Captain, Sir Tao has come to see you along with an extra companion.” A guard from outside the doors said.