Penace's grin widened as he circled around Salem. "I simply have some questions for our esteemed Commander here. Nothing too... drastic for you," he said, his tone dripping with insincerity as he eyed the other mans broad frame. Salem stirred slightly, his head pounding from the blow he had received earlier. As his vision cleared, he found himself face to face with Penace. "What... What do you want?" He managed to rasp out, his voice weak as he tried to move, his muscles bound by chains. Penace leaned in close, his breath hot against Salem's ear. "Oh, just a little information, my friend. You see, there are some things I need to know about that foolish King's plans. And I have a feeling you're just the man to tell me," he whispered, a dangerous glint in his eyes. Salem's heart raced as he realized the gravity of the situation. He was caught between the machinations of two brothers, both with their own agendas. But one thing was certain - he needed to tread carefully if he hoped to survive this encounter. Salem's eyes narrowed as he met Penace's gaze with defiance. Despite his predicament, he refused to yield to the pressure. "Halt,Do not dare, I will not betray my king," Salem stated firmly, his voice gaining strength despite his battered state. "Release me now, you tryant! You devillsh fiend! Your plots are of no concern to me. I serve Astria. I refuse.” Penace's grin faltered for a moment, replaced by a flicker of annoyance. "Stubborn, aren't you?" he remarked, He said, grabbing the side of the other mans face. "I don't take that as a proper awnser...And I'm not leaving until i get what i want to hear." He whispered, sticking his tounge into the other mans ear, leaving a long, uncomfortable wet sensation as Salem would flinch, the saliva dripping from his ear