Fight First, Talk Later

"If you serve us, why would you prevent us from leaving?"

Though he was unsure why he was identified as an ally, Edward did not ask about it directly and asked instead about something else. "Since we are guests, it is our own freedom to decide whether we stay or go!"

"That is because Project Tinder has been activated after I have not received new orders from outside over a hundred years. At present, I am trying my best to bring in any surviving high elves and their allies until the Synchronized Intellect Nation (SIN) is destroyed."

Even as it spoke, Iron Commandment's tone became stiff. "Please follow the procedure and my instructions to take refuge."

"What if we refuse?" Princess Leah asked unhappily, frowning.

"Then I could only subdue you with force. Relax, even if your limbs have to be dismembered, the medical facilities here in Steel Earth would ensure you stay alive."