Counter-offers were frowned upon, almost taboo. Once a contract was accepted, backing out wasn't just a matter of pride; it carried consequences. While assassins technically could drop a mission, doing so would leave a permanent mark on their record, tarnishing their reputation and casting doubt on their reliability.
For professionals in this line of work, reputation was everything. That's why most would rather die trying to complete a mission than abandon it and risk being branded untrustworthy.
As the weight of Hera's offer sank in, the assassins found themselves wavering. The thought of jeopardizing future missions warred with the undeniable allure of a fortune. They were stuck, caught between greed and the code they lived by. Sensing the shift in the atmosphere, the leader stepped forward and tested the waters, his voice laced with mockery and menace.
