He managed to remember.
Thales fixed his gaze on the floorboard beneath his feet.
'Six years ago in the secret passage beneath the gatehouse, once we fled from danger, we were stopped by the Red Witch and could neither go forward nor turn back. At that time…
'With a tired expression, the Star Killer went forward alone and obtained safety for us in exchange for "a very large bargaining chip".'
Thales could not help but feel extremely doubtful.
'What in the world did Nicholas tell the Red Witch that made Madam Calshan turn and leave without hesitation? It made her abandon and pay no more heed to the existence of the Prince of Constellation and Miss Walton, as though they were only outsiders who were unnecessary to this game in Eckstedt?
