A Frail Alliance
" Flora, are you ready for this charge?" queried Captain Morales as he summoned the crucial officers to a quiet meeting room in the corner down from the grand hall.
Flora's answer was bent but laced with pain." I am then, Captain. And yes, I am ready — ready to set aside our differences for the sake of the pack."
Adrian leaned forward, his voice uncertain." Flora, I know that our history is a crack that wo n't heal. But moment, in this charge, I need you by my side. I'll risk everything to prove that I can be the man who earns back your trust."
Flora's reply was measured and calm." Adrian, every time you use those words, they echo the agony of an endless history. I shall not play my heart is n't wounded. I'm willing to cooperate, but let there be no misapprehension — I
