Logan's grip on her hand tightened, realizing what she was about to do, but her gaze remained forward on the Council members and the hunters, who had all now gone mute since she spoke up. Now, she felt intimidated by all the stares, losing a bit of her confidence as some weren't trying to hide their hostility. Since coming to the Palace, she was used to being stared at, contrary to her former life when she barely got such attention. Some gazed out of genuine curiosity of what her next step might be, while others looked just waiting to see her fail. It was something she'd come to terms with.
After a while, the Councilman relaxed back into his seat, interlocking his fingers on his lap and staring at her, "So just like the hunters, you believe the humans need more time." And there it was, th
