The woman stared at Arthur silently for a few seconds with the sword still aimed at his neck as if she were contemplating whether to slice his head off or not. Arthur remained motionless, not daring to make any sudden moves.
'I don't really want to die now, that will be really inconvenient.' Arthur thought to himself as he kept eye contact with the lady. 'I don't want to lose my items and levels because of such a stupid mistake. I swear I didn't mean to anger this woman!'
The situation was all his mistake and he had to admit it. If he died now then there was no one to blame but himself for being nosy and too curious for his own good. However, if there was a chance he would be spared, then Arthur was ready to do everything he can do to get that chance.
