Meesei nodded in agreement with Oswall. "Indeed, she created the gas before there was a war, or sides to take. And I do not believe she knew it would be used by Vile when she created it. She was a member of a witch's coven who sought to cure Sabine of her lycanthropy. The story is a long one, but the most relevant facts are that she helped us destroy her version of the gas years ago, shortly after my pack killed the Orc bearing Hircine's Ring. They did re-create it years later, and of course, have now modified it into the soul-tearing gas. Even so, I believe Ariel may be the most qualified person to produce an antidote. I have no doubt she would do anything for the well-being of her sister, but even so, she may be reluctant to leave the life she has created for herself in Thorn. She is in debt to the city for her shop, so she may not even be able to leave for an extended time without incurring a bounty. With the finances the clans have accrued, however, I believe it would be appropriate to give her sufficient compensation for her time and effort. She may be more willing and able to help us if she does not have to permanently abandon another life." Meesei suggested. 

In truth, Meesei disliked the idea of having to call on Ariel's aid once again. She had already helped them before, and she knew that, regardless of compensation, this would be another major disruption in her life. Meesei wanted to just allow her to live in peace, with the occasional letter or visit from Sabine, but the stakes were too high to simply ignore the help Ariel could provide. 

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"No." Saras answered quickly, and with a certain absolution to his voice. "I have never had the luxury of such bonds, and I may be a werewolf, but I am not a member of any pack." He answered. It was quite unusual to find lone werewolf who was not feral; even moreso a lone werewolf that lived among a clan. Organizing into packs and other groups was simply natural for most forms of lycans, especially werewolves. For Saras to refuse to be a part of one meant that he was consciously going against his instincts. Although, being the leader of a clan could alleviate some of those instincts. 

"I find that I administer my duties most fairly when I have no such special attachments, no motivation for favoritism. Even before I became a lycan, I was trained to be a part of my family, while also being fully independent." Saras added.