Aksai didn't care about what Lini was thinking and continued.
"All of us were pawns as far as Haitin was concerned. Do you really think, for even a second, that Haitin would've let you off easily if it weren't for me?
By killing two, I saved three– you, Jian, and Siya from a far worse fate.
Whatever happens from this point, at least you won't be tortured for information by Haitin's men. That's still a win in my book. I'm a good guy here, statistically speaking.
And don't forget, I've paid a price too. I'll have to face the wrath of the Silver Moon Palace and the Green Glory Lord eventually.
Sometimes, it's not about choosing the best-case scenario but avoiding the worst possible outcome because every option brings its own trouble."
