As I waited, silently and patiently, five of these NPCs showed their treacherous colors to me and Lady Nada. They were opposing the idea of helping me, and proposing to help the foreigners guild instead.
As for others, they just side glanced at those five, like they had a plaque or something. That was a good start, as less than half was traitors. The only thing remaining now was related to Lady Nada, could she abandon them or not?
I just glanced at her with questioning eyes, and it seemed she got my meaning, as she silently, with a solemn look over her face, nodded in agreement, giving me the go sign to act.
"Come forth my demon!" I suddenly and calmly muttered, while taking out my artifact. The next moment, a giant appeared in the room, crushing the ceiling of the palace, filling the place with rubbles.
