The abruptness of Vykosa's appearance made Fendros reach for his sword and Janius brace himself to strike. They were all on edge without the spirit of their powerful lycan acquaintance visiting them.

A moment passed to realise Vykosa did not intend to attack. Fendros relaxed enough to speak up to Meesei. He did not feel comfortable looking Vykosa in the eye for too long.

"If this Vykosa has experience leading lycanthropes, we could at least hear her out," Fendros offered.

Janius' ears pinned back under his helmet, not trusting her.