The Girlboss Begs For Remarriage

"No way! We can't let them take Walter!"

"Exactly! We will go down swinging if push comes to shove!"

"That's right! We do not fear death!"

Glen was left glowering as the rest of the Turnbulls argued in defiance.

"Go down swinging?! Easy for you to say!" he bellowed. "Have none of you considered how serious a blow it would be to our family if we went to war against the mayor of Morhen?! It wouldn't just be the Martial Alliance-if the mayor sends the garrison, we're really screwed!"

Looking at everyone around him pointedly, he continued, "At that point, we'd be unable to clear our name while we leap into the pit our enemies dug for us! And that's exactly what they want-for us to fight the Martial Alliance!"

While most of the Turnbulls were stunned, some still argued defiantly.

"What, are we supposed to just give up?"

at best, we'd lose Walter... And our reputation is going down the

take Walter while we investigate the incident. When we do, we will be able to save Walter, even turn the tables against our enemies. Mr. Lawrence has already seen that reality, but the rest of you

to her shortcoming as Glen

once they turned quiet, Silverbell strode up and

will surrender Walter, but will you listen to

expression remaining haughty and

our family. That is why I would ask that the

any assurance... You know what the mayor is like, and nothing you say holds

"Hehe..."

Silverbell chuckled coolly. "You Turnbulls would harbor a criminal when he molested Ms. Laine in public... Talk about