Since they knew their true purpose, Beisitian naturally wouldn't speculate on what the Nie Family intended to do here. The reason they were retained was likely to avoid arousing public outrage.
If they killed these hostages now, and the outside world got wind of it, there would certainly be an outbreak of rage, and not even the Nie Family could withstand such fury. Having the hostages safe and sound was a way to restrain the outside actions, forcing them into a passive position.
The longer the stalemate outside lasted, the longer these hostages could live.
The lace-bordered, dark blue parasol cast a shadow on the lush green grass, and Beisitian sat leisurely in the shade, sipping coffee.
She used to love tea, and she didn't know when she started finding coffee quite agreeable. Though excessive amounts would affect the body, one cup a day wasn't too much of a burden.
