Sincerely ask for his help.

You swallow your pride and do something you thought you would never do. You ask a man for help.

?Please, Sir Richard, can?t you help me? I don?t want to be tortured tomorrow.? Though this is against everything you stand for, his kindness and manliness makes it an easier task.

At first he seems to be taken aback by your softness.

?I am sorry Ms. Hamilton, I wish there was another way?, he finally responds.

?There is?, you quickly add, not wanting him to leave, ?Look, I know I am guilty, but I don?t deserve this punishment. Couldn?t you take me to the capitol and turn me over to a royal magistrate? I promise I will freely go with you. In truth, we are secret friends, he will be lenient on me and reward you.?

He thinks for a bit and then says, ?I agree, no woman, even a thief and pirate, should be so treated. Do you swear by the Thief?s Guild of Northrock that you will obey my every order??

Surprised that he would know about the only binding oath a thief can give, you agree, ?yes I swear.?

?Alright, let me unbind you.? He moves towards you and removes the collar from your neck and undoes your chained hands. You stretch appreciatively and now release how handsome and strong Sir Richard really is.

?We can?t leave now, but will have to wait a few hours until the barge passes by the nearby cannel. I will go and get you a change of clothing, you wait here.? With that he leaves you unbound in your cell with the cell door wide open.