"I don't think I can. I already have a party of my own and we have things to do as well," Grano refused Modune's request.

"What do you need to do?" Modune asked.

"It's personal," Grano said.

"Does it pertain to the hidden oasis?"

Grano glanced at Kang Oh and saw him slightly shake his head. He wanted him to say no.

"No," Grano said.

"Then how about this?"

"What?"

"I have several men under my wing, so I can help you with your business, and in return, you help me find the hidden oasis."

Modune stubbornly tried to recruit Grano.

"I'm fine. I can make due with my companions."

Grano planned on refusing, regardless of Modune's offer.

"Mr. Grano, please don't be like that. Work with us; if you do, we'll give you half of the treasure."

Grano furrowed his brow. Both Modune's words and actions were rude.

"I told you, I have my own companions," Grano calmly said.

Modune turned his head, gazing at Kang Oh and Eder.

"Then they can come too. Don't you want to find the hidden oasis' treasure?"

Once Modune looked his way, Kang Oh scowled.

"Not really."

Kang Oh shrugged his shoulders.

"Yawn."

In place of a reply, Eder yawned.

"Hmm."

Modune's expression stiffened. They...