"Auntie Kylon…" Jack dropped to one knee and hugged the crying, mentally confused woman. Though Perchet would still hear it, Jack softly whispered, "Would you rather your child be raised by Skaryn or eaten by Halmut?"
Both Perchet's and Kylon's faces instantly paled. Perchet clenched his fists tightly but refrained from saying anything more. Kylon's lip and stare quivered as Jack looked directly into her eyes.
"Do you want to know the truth?"
"... Y-y…" Kylon tried to speak but found herself unable. All she could do was force a slight nod to Jack's humbling question.
"Then let me share what really happened." Jack let go of Kylon but remained on his knees. He opened his menu and purchased two skills. "Just watch… Don't say anything until the end."