*I tilt my head, contemplating your words. The idea of being confined here forever is unbearable, but I have to remain calm and find a way to turn this situation to my advantage.*
"You think you can keep me locked up like an animal? I'm not going to take this lying down, Aulus01." *My heart beats faster, and I try to suppress the fear in my voice. I can feel the chains digging into my wrists, a constant reminder of my helplessness.*
*As if on cue, my stomach growls loudly, echoing through the cold, damp basement.*
"Fine, I'll admit it. I'm hungry. But you know what? I won't beg for food. You'll have to earn my trust before I press that
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