"I think I should go to the Shelter Sanctum," I stated.

Adrian frowned, then he asked, "I wish you had chosen Save Shelter. Nevertheless, tell me, what's your name?"

"Elara, Elara Frost," I answered.

Adrian began explaining, "Who and how many live in the Shelter Sanctum, no one knows. I have a few contacts from there, but they have very tight lips."

I looked at Adrian. He had a look of concern on his face for this place.

"Can I tell you something, Elara?" he asked.

"Yeah, sure?" I inquired, curious about the option.

"Why don't I counteroffer you? You are young, beautiful, and have a beautiful body," Adrian replied and further added, "I'll let you stay with me in my room in Save Shelter. It's spacious and comfortable, and you won't have to worry about food."

I blinked in surprise, not expecting such an offer. "And what would you want in return?"

Adrian chuckled, "Oh, sweet girl, just you and all of you. You'll be mine, and I will care for you in this vast world. I mean, this place is very unsafe. The Shelter Sanctum is past the large building, where there is an old abandoned temple. My room is on the 52nd floor of that building, and it has a beautiful view down."

I hesitated at his tone. He pulled out a silver chain from his pocket.

He looked at me with lustful, pleading eyes and said,

"All you have to do is say yes."