“Now that I’ve captured you, it’s not up to you to bargain with me.

The ball is in my court.

I hope you realize that!” Philip was very unhappy with her attempt to negotiate with him.

He was the one with the initiative, so it was up to him to do as he pleased.

It was the old woman’s wishful thinking to get his soul and spirit.

He was tolerant enough not to kill her outright.

“Hehe, since you’re here, you should know about the island,” the old woman said secretively.