Admittedly, the task that Llarvan and Hal-Neesa set was not something that was completely objectionable. Although it seemed cruel to kill their hostages, it appeared as if the hunters were just as cruel, and the pack knew what it was like to have those driven by blind hate at their backs.

Janius' notion that they were under the cult's thumb definitely manifested in them holding Rhazii as a hostage. It was as cruel as their reputation suggested. Also concerning was how Kaleeth would handle herself. She would have to transform if she wanted to be effective in this fight, but Janius didn't want to force her to kill. If she did end up fighting, she would also have to restrain herself from attacking Vinaremo and the cultists.

Holding back his own anger at their decision, Fendros kept his eyes on Llarvan and moved closer to Ahnasha. He put his arm around her and comforted her quietly. "I don't like this either, but if they still want our help, Rhazii will be fine." Fendros wished he could promise such a thing, but right now they had no control of the matter. This was all he could do.