Cursed Immortality

Chapter 475 The Princess of Flame Iron Giants

”Oh, this sir knows me?” Charlotte giggled as she pretended to be surprised. 

Gekoʼs 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 canʼt I be here?” 

”I mean, did y-your father know?” Geko rephrased his question with a pale expression. 

”Donʼt worry, heʼs too busy to pay me any mind.” Charlotte innocently replied. 

Gekoʼs expression went ashen as he blurted, ”You snuck in?!” 

”I think this isnʼt 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 Iʼm going to spare you just because youʼre some bigwig?” 

”Are you an idiot?” Geko retorted, ”Sheʼs the daughter of the Alliance Chairman Gunnar!” 

ʼWhat?ʼ Jacob was startled by this revelation, and he finally understood why Geko was reacting like a scaredy-cat. Charlotteʼs smile grew bigger, clearly very pleased with Geko. 

However, what Charlotte hadnʼt expected was Jacob show a faint killing intent right after and said, ”I think you forget this isnʼt the epic plains, and since no one knows she had come here, then this means anyone can kill her, and we wonʼt have to take the blame. Furthermore, I wonʼt look kindly at someone who just tried to kill me.” 

Gekoʼs 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 arenʼt spineless like the famous Wind Bringer Geko. Mind telling me your name and the tribe you hailed from?” 

Gekoʼs face turned red with anger after he heard Charlotteʼs disdainful words, ”So you do know me!” 

”Why, of course, I mightʼve done my research before coming on this adventure.” Charlotte stated playfully, ”I know Iʼve attacked you, but that was just a test. You should understand my plight; I canʼt 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, ʼEven though heʼs an eccentric, he has guts.ʼ 

Charlotte snickered as she found Jacobʼs 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 couldʼve killed you if I wanted to, but I didnʼt, so I think we are even. And besides…” She glanced at Geko with naked disdain, ”Arenʼt you the one who wanted to team up in this unknown place? Since you know who I am, you should know what Iʼm capable of. Do you really want to fight?” 

Jacob was astounded when Charlotte caught his trick, and he narrowed his eyes, ʼSheʼs quite tricky.ʼ 

It was the first time someone had seen through his means, and it also confirmed that he wasnʼt 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 wasnʼt present, he mightʼve already used his hex on her. 

ʼWhat an arrogant bitch. But she has a point.ʼ In the end, Geko sighed as he said to Jacob, ”I think we should let bygones be bygones. Since Lady Charlotte admitted her mistake, thereʼs 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. 

ʼI guess two pawns are better than one…ʼ Jacob thought and then nodded, ”Since youʼve 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 donʼt get your name?” 

Jacob frowned, ”Iʼm nobody. Now, I think we have wasted enough time on your game, princess. Letʼs move forward.” 

Charlotteʼs 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 thatʼs it. 

Furthermore, it was quite apparent that Charlotte seemed to be only interested in Jacob, not him, and she mightʼve 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! 

Thatʼs 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?” Charlotteʼs 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 didnʼt pay her any attention, which only made her even more curious about him. 

As she looked at Jacobʼs tall, sturdy figure, a peculiar glint flashed past her eyes, ʼHe 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. Heʼs the only person who made me think of death in a long time…!ʼ