The unexpected change

And honestly, this was a new experience for Fiona, as she had never been in a situation like this before. Nevertheless, she couldn't resist answering all his questions with a smile, as the young man in front of her was becoming increasingly intriguing and captivating.

"Now, for my final question?" Orion said, feeling a twinge of disappointment knowing he had to be at the village chief's compound soon. But if he didn't have to go, he wouldn't mind staying longer to fulfil his barter here. With that in mind, he posed his last inquiry, "Do you have a partner?"

Fiona's expression shifted into a frown, and her gaze scrutinized him from head to toe before she released a hesitant smile and replied, "No, I don't have a partner, and I'm not expecting one anytime soon." Her thin lips spread into a resigned smile as she added, "Besides, I was only able to participate in Kushi because of my status as a warrior. So, finding a partner is not a dream I can afford to have."