"Do you know why I need a hostage?"

Ivy guessed, "Is it because you're afraid they'll turn against us after we help them?"

The man explained, "I'm worried about you getting hurt."

Ivy didn't understand.

The man asked, "You like Alexander, don't you?"

Hearing this, Ivy's face turned red, and she lowered her head to avoid the question.

"If you think he's good, I'll give your hand to him. If he marries you, I'll grant all their wishes."

Ivy was stunned. ...