Then this is where we begin negotiations. You two lead me back to that cabin and let me call my associates. We'll take you someplace safe and tell you everything you need to know.""Um, right," I said. "We've escaped a helicopter crash, trekked through the forest all night, and captured you. But that was just for fun. Time to stop goofing off and turn ourselves in.
In this scene from "The Calling" by Kelley Armstrong, negotiations are set to begin after an intense struggle for survival. The characters have endured a helicopter crash and a challenging journey through the forest, leading to the capture of one of their foes. The captured individual proposes a deal, offering to call for associates in exchange for safe passage and crucial information.
The character responding sarcastically highlights the absurdity of their...
