Capture [Bonus]

Max stared back at him, expressionlessly.

Kriss kept silent, patiently waiting for him to speak.

The way they were ignoring everything around them, it would seem they weren't on a battlefield but inside the security of a home, discussing important things.

After a few moments, the corner of Max's lips curled up, and he extended his hand. "I'll give you the chance to earn my friendship."

Kriss sighed in relief, and grabbing his hand, he nodded, "Thank you, Mr. Max."

Then, he took out his communication crystal and said, "Let me first tell my family to stop entertaining thoughts about you."

"Oh? They would listen to you? The elders?" Max asked, a little surprised seeing how confident he seemed about it.

"Of course, they would." Kriss smiled and sent the message to the family leader, his mother.

…

In the capital… inside the Martell family estate…