Cassey winced.
"I came from the grand duke's territory. The town's name is Ladora. I was kidnapped here so i do not know how far i am. I had jumped from their carriage to save myself. But I rolled too much and hit a giant rock.
If that was not enough for my bad luck, the wolves attacked me suddenly. I did not know how I survived but I just ran until I reached here." she lied as she bowed her head.
She did not know if her lies sound realistic, but she did not dare to speak the truth. What if the man would call the prince's knights and submit her to them.
She was not in a condition to struggle.
"If you can help me, I promise my family will reward you heavily." she offered as he was her last hope.
The old man tilted his head and stared at her. His intent gaze was making her uneasy as she looked away and held her gut. She tried to stand up but the pain was too much and she fell on the ground again.
