“For someone who despises my race so much, you sure are quick to offer your help,” Skender pointed out.
Peri sniffed and settled the robe draped around her. “It would be boring if I liked everyone. And wolves have thick skin. They can handle my snide remarks and not run off with their tails tucked between their legs. Sometimes they even fight back, and that’s when things get really fun.”
“I don’t think you have to worry about boredom in this world, ever,” Skender said. “There’s too much evil that needs to be dismantled and burned to ash. Speaking of which”—he shifted forward—“now that Tenia’s awake, and you’re, well, not suicidal anymore, it’s time to connect with Fane, Jacque, and the other supernatural leaders. They need to know what’s happened.”
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