Lucian burst into laughter when he heard that explanation.
"If someone didn't know any better, they might actually believe that Wen Rou owed you everything she possessed and that you were doing her a favor by keeping her here."
Rick's expression stiffened, and he hurriedly lowered his head.
"I'm sorry, sir! Please show me some mercy. I swear that I won't trouble Wen Rou again from now on!"
Lucian paused, studying Rick's frightened expression.
'This is far too easy.'
He had expected the man to resist, bargain, or perhaps even attempt to deceive him more aggressively. Instead, Rick had surrendered almost immediately, making the entire confrontation suspiciously straightforward.
Lucian narrowed his eyes and asked, "Are you the one preventing Wen Rou from approaching the exit portal?"
Rick hesitated before answering honestly.
