Question

At one point in The Pardoner's Tale, the three rioters hold an informal discussion, or a

Answer 1

The correct answer here is C. Parley

"a conference between opposing sides in a dispute, especially a discussion of terms for an armistice"

"hold a conference with the opposing side to discuss terms."

Answer 2

At one point in The Pardoner's Tale, the three rioters hold an informal discussion, or a parley.

A parley is a discussion or conference. Usually, this conference is between enemies, to discuss the terms of a truce or other important matters.

According to the Oxford dictionary, a parley is "a conference between opposing sides in a dispute, especially a discussion of terms for an armistice."