Elara POV.
Hearing his threat to slaughter the other pack, I knew I had lost. I couldn't let more innocent blood be shed just because of my selfishness. I had to give in, at least for now. I took a deep breath, swallowing my anger and disgust. I forced myself to act more mature this time.
"I'll agree, but on two conditions," I said firmly. I pushed my ego and resentment to the bottom of the abyss, then spoke in a steady voice, without a hint of nervousness, as if I were conducting a business negotiation, not surrendering.
Kael looked surprised by my newfound calm. He also seemed interested, one thick eyebrow raised in curiosity. "All right, tell me," he replied, slightly amused by my change in attitude.
I looked him straight in the eye, making sure every word was clear. "The first cond
