Janius' first reaction was a natural fear. Had he been more impulsive, he might have threatened Deerz then and there. But as another moment passed, his brow furrowed sceptically.

[i]"Deerz, what are you talking about?"[/i] He said. [i]"Argrei pleaded for the fight to end when he injured Julan's leg. And now you are telling me what is going to happen before the rite ends? What kind of plan is that?"[/i] He huffed. [i]"I told you, we have no need for your trouble. Take your venom elsewhere."[/i]

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Fendros was shocked by the questions. "No, of course you're not a monster," he said, putting an arm around her. He held her close. "What put such thoughts in your head, Ahna? I've never heard you ask that before."