Peter Brown felt somewhat embarrassed about the redistribution of shares and simply let Phoenix Taylor negotiate on his behalf, which was essentially just discussions with the village community council. He decided to stay indoors, working on his talisman-making, and let them handle the situation.
Two days later, Phoenix Taylor found Peter.
In response to this competent woman, Peter asked, "Have things been settled?" Truth be told, he felt somewhat uneasy. The Flower Creek Group had already announced its establishment, yet they were now adjusting shares as if it were all a joke. He was worried that he might lose face and that the villagers might berate him.
