It looked like a fight could break out between the two groups at any second. Both sides had their pride and refused to back down.
The people around the old lady were especially hostile and made it clear that they were not here by choice.
"Boss, we told you that this was not a good idea. These people do not appreciate our presence. We should head back and rebuild our base—"
"Don't be ridiculous. I already told you that it would be futile to rebuild that place. No matter how much we try to return to how things were, we no longer have the resources or the manpower to run a settlement."
The old lady seemed aware of her group's shortcomings. And unlike most people, she appeared willing to accept reality.
Rin watched the debate for a few more seconds before the old lady climbed down from her elevated seat and stood in front of him.
He waited to see what she would do, ready to stop her in case she suddenly tried something.
