Suddenly he didn't want to ask. Alain had discerned something very specific about him that was not immediately apparent. Whatever it was, it was more than just "ally." It was something unusual that was cause for surprise. Alain's ability might be more developed than his own. This would either save a lot of explaining, or be a danger to him.
Ever-conscious of the entirety of Panem listening in, he didn't want them to know more than what had already been said here. His skillset already created rumors. Letting everyone know that he was a terrorist (to the major kingdoms), a savior (to the townspeople he saved), or a mortal enemy (to the Templars, who desired peace through control) was not in his best interests.
"Never mind. Whether you kill or spare me, I will have my answer."
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Suddenly he didn't want to ask. Alain had discerned something very specific about him that was not immediately apparent. Whatever it was, it was more than just "ally." It was something unusual that was cause for surprise. Alain's ability might be more developed than his own. This would either save a lot of explaining, or be a danger to him.
Ever-conscious of the entirety of Panem listening in, he didn't want them to know more than what had already been said here. His skillset already created rumors. Letting everyone know that he was a terrorist (to the major kingdoms), a savior (to the townspeople he saved), or a mortal enemy (to the Templars, who desired peace through control) was not in his best interests.
"Never mind. Whether you kill or spare me, I will have my answer."