Falls of the Hinterlands I could fight this 'til the end but maybe I don't wanna win

She didn’t give his first comment the merit of a response. He spoke as if they were friendly but he’d made it pretty clear least time exactly what she was worth. Not a damn thing.

I don’t need your help. Didn’t need it last time, either, and I remember you don’t make deals. She replied curtly before picking it back up and continuing her trek. He probably thought he could take it and run off without her being able to follow. She could hear well enough - she’d be near his throat before he could move out of range if he attempted it. Her aim didn’t need to be perfect.