As Hildie stared, her expression shifted to one of seriousness, making her brow wrinkle, her mind consumed by doubts about whether she was making the right choice. Her instincts assured her it was safe, and she finally decided to confide in Merrick about the hidden gold coins.
"The wagon downstairs holds Grandshope Parrish's treasury of gold crowns," she admitted to the knight.
"To be precise, there are three burlap sacks filled with them under the buckboards. However, I don't believe it is wise to leave them exposed in the wagon, considering your claim for more thieves lurking about."
Merricks's eyes grew wide with confusion and surprise at the news.
She noticed the suspicious look he gave her. She said, "I will explain later. Right now, I need your help to get Edgar away from here safely. I don't think he has ever had the plague. I am not worried about my health, for I was already exposed and I am immune?"
