Barney and his crew were shocked by the voice and quickly put down their weapons before turning around.
Rhode frowned, but his grip didn't loosen the slightest.
"What's happening?!"
A man who wore a stunning magic armor appeared from the crowd which gathered to see what was happening. It was Frank, the leader of Jade Tears mercenary group. When he saw that the troublemaker was Rhode, a flash of coldness shone in his eyes, but it soon disappeared.
"Mr. Rhode, please release her. No matter what happened, what you are doing now is a provocation to my Jade Tears mercenary group."
"What if I don't let her go?"
Rhode loosened his grip slightly, allowing the half-elf girl to breathe again. However, she still had no strength to move, just like a puppet under Rhode's control.
"If you're smart, let her go. That would be the best outcome for the both of us."
