"You're despicable!" Samar said through gritted teeth.
"I have to do this," Nick said. "This is not for me, but for humanity."
"What self-righteous words!" Samar spat. "How is taking an entire city hostage in any way related to the good of humanity?!"
"Because you are worth it," Nick answered.
"What?" Samar asked with a shocked sneer. She looked like somebody had just complimented her on how good her breasts were and how good it would feel to touch them.
It was disgusting!
"Aria said you are not like Vernon," Nick said. "She knows what your goal is, and despite knowing that, she believes that you value humanity greatly."
Samar looked with absolute disgust at Nick. "And that's why you're taking the entire city hostage?! To force me into compliance?!"
"Yes," Nick answered. "I need to validate her claim. I need to see your true self."
