"Oh, this sir knows me?" Charlotte giggled as she pretended to be surprised.
Geko's face was red with anger, but for some reason, he seemed to be suppressing it and forced an ugly smile, "L-lady Charlotte, why are you here?"
Charlotte appeared startled, "Why can't I be here?"
"I mean, did y-your father know?" Geko rephrased his question with a pale expression.
"Don't worry, he's too busy to pay me any mind." Charlotte innocently replied.
Geko's expression went ashen as he blurted, "You snuck in?!"
"I think this isn't the right question to ask." Jacob coldly chimed in at this moment as he looked at the graceful giant with a frigid glint, "If you know him, why did you try to kill us? And why do you think I'm going to spare you just because you're some bigwig?"
"Are you an idiot?" Geko retorted, "She's the daughter of the Alliance Chairman Gunnar!"
'What?' Jacob was startled by this revelation, and he finally understood why Geko was reacting like a scaredy-cat. Charlotte's smile grew bigger, clearly very pleased with Geko.
However, what Charlotte hadn't expected was Jacob show a faint killing intent right after and said, "I think you forget this isn't the epic plains, and since no one knows she had come here, then this means anyone can kill her, and we won't have to take the blame. Furthermore, I won't look kindly at someone who just tried to kill me."
Geko's eyes widened as it finally dawned on him. He was so scared that he almost forgot where they were, and his pale expression brightened. Charlotte said herself that she snuck here without anyone knowing, so if she was killed, who would blame them or even think they were the ones who killed her?
But Charlotte suddenly burst into a peal of laughter as she looked at Jacob with a hint of amusement, "You, sir, are really impressive. At least you aren't spineless like the famous Wind Bringer Geko. Mind telling me your name and the tribe you hailed from?"
Geko's face turned red with anger after he heard Charlotte's disdainful words, "So you do know me!"
"Why, of course, I might've done my research before coming on this adventure." Charlotte stated playfully, "I know I've attacked you, but that was just a test. You should understand my plight; I can't just team up with anyone, right?"
"A test, you say?" Jacob coldly sneered, "Are you qualified to test us?"
Geko also nodded, and for the first time, he found Jacob quite to his liking, 'Even though he's an eccentric, he has guts.'
Charlotte snickered as she found Jacob's quite humorous, "You are indeed capable of spotting me in this weather. But all you did was use infrared vision. Let me tell you, I could've killed you if I wanted to, but I didn't, so I think we are even. And besides…" She glanced at Geko with naked disdain, "Aren't you the one who wanted to team up in this unknown place? Since you know who I am, you should know what I'm capable of. Do you really want to fight?"
Jacob was astounded when Charlotte caught his trick, and he narrowed his eyes, 'She's quite tricky.'
It was the first time someone had seen through his means, and it also confirmed that he wasn't the only one who could make infrared glass and was in possession of them in the epic plains. The alliance was far more unfathomable than he had guessed.
Furthermore, Charlotte was the daughter of Gunner. So, she had to have various trump cards, and if Geko wasn't present, he might've already used his hex on her.
'What an arrogant bitch. But she has a point.' In the end, Geko sighed as he said to Jacob, "I think we should let bygones be bygones. Since Lady Charlotte admitted her mistake, there's no need to be petty."
Jacob glanced at the cowardly lizard and then the arrogant giant, who was smiling as if everything was going according to her plan.
'I guess two pawns are better than one…' Jacob thought and then nodded, "Since you've agreed, then fine. But if she plays any trick, you better choose your side."
"Hehe, I know you, sirs, will see the bigger picture." Charlotte giggled as she winked at Jacob coquettishly, "I still don't get your name?"
Jacob frowned, "I'm nobody. Now, I think we have wasted enough time on your game, princess. Let's move forward."
Charlotte's smile widened when she saw Jacob turn around and start to move without giving her a second glance and said to Geko, "Your friend is very fascinating, sir Geko."
Geko smiled wryly, "You can say that again."
He also wanted to know just how Jacob was and how he could be so calm in front of the princess of the Flame Iron Giant Tribe. He knew anyone who knew just how terrifying this tribe was would be shaking with fear, but Jacob seemed to be only momentarily surprised, and that's it.
Furthermore, it was quite apparent that Charlotte seemed to be only interested in Jacob, not him, and she might've decided to join them because of this exact reason. Because of what he had heard about the rumors of the Gatling Flame, she was a ruthless killer who could wipe clans without batting an eye, and her prowess was second to only the Alliance Chairman Gunnar!
That's why Geko let it go quickly, as Charlotte was an undeniable asset to have on their team.
Afterward, Charlotte collected her crossbow and quickly caught up with Jacob, and Geko followed suit.
"Can you at least tell me which giant tribe you belong to?" Charlotte's curiously inquired.
Jacob annoyingly replied, "Why does it matter? Just mind your own business."
"How feisty." Charlotte clicked her tongue while acting cute, but Jacob still didn't pay her any attention, which only made her even more curious about him.
As she looked at Jacob's tall, sturdy figure, a peculiar glint flashed past her eyes, 'He is not just a nobody, and that strange feeling he gave is too magical. Not even my dad can make me this prudent of him. He's the only person who made me think of death in a long time…!'
