Charles's words left the three inside the iron gate speechless.
It was unclear how much time passed before Austin's rough voice emerged from within: "Speak, what do you really want from us? If it's just to humiliate us, then you'd better get lost quickly."
"We don't have time to chat with you idly here!"
Hearing this, Charles smiled and said, "You're right, I did come here with a purpose. And once you hear it, you'll surely find it intriguing."
"Do you want to regain your freedom?"
After his final words, the inside of the iron gate became silent again.
However, Charles could clearly hear the breath of the three inside becoming increasingly heavy.
"Freedom? Charles, are you certain you can grant us freedom?" Austin asked.
Even before Charles could respond, Frank's slightly hoarse voice rose again: "Even if you can grant us freedom, the price we have to pay won't be small, will it? After all, there's no such thing as a free lunch in this world."
