"Look at the state you've put yourself in. They think they're merely playing through a storyline, but those little loyal fellows of yours would never suspect that just a moment ago, they nearly killed you with their own hands."
While the warriors were still exhilarated from challenging the Half-god of the Star Realm, back in the noisy and chaotic resting area of the underground combat arena, Triss cradled Murphy, who had his eyes closed in repose, and said with a face full of concern:
"If you hadn't signed that contract with the Endless One in advance to gain new power, today could have turned into a disaster. Just as you've evaluated before, so many people underestimate your warriors—yourself included.
In truth, I'm guilty of that as well."
"It wasn't too bad—it only looked dangerous."
