A Blackmailed Double Agent

Nathan stared blankly at Emir, not knowing how to react.

Although he agreed with the rumors going around that Emir was in cahoots with Amanda, he never expected them to confront him together so openly.

His doubts were valid, if only them being in the Liberation Army was taken into account, of course.

Contrary to his expectations, they wanted him to be fully on board, and that meant having him sign a binding contract with his life on the line, and they knew that if they pushed him too hard before gaining a semblance of trust, he would activate his death protocols, whatever they may be.

So for now, they wanted to appear as friendly and authoritative people that he would rather gain as respected allies rather than enemies.

Chuckling at Nathan's absent-mindedness, Emir spoke, ending the silence:

"You figured me out back then, I am suspicious. Though it doesn't take a genius to reach that conclusion…"