Eleanor's eyes widened in shock, blinking rapidly. "You're the General? Then the vampires who attacked Enebelle..."
Ares shook his head. "They weren't under my command, Little Bird. They were Kaiser's men."
Eleanor's expression darkened further. "And Atlan? Why did he kill...?"
"Atlan was deceived by Kaiser. He's a strong warrior, one who has fought by my side and brought many victories to Malenia. He believed I was the one who..."
Eleanor's face twisted in anger. "Don't! Don't dare defend him!"
Ares sighed, sitting up. "Come here." He gestured, his voice softening.
Eleanor hesitated, then walked towards him.
He sat at the edge of the bed, his legs spread wide in a relaxed pose, his feet planted firmly on the floor. As she stood before him, he leaned forward, his arms stretching out to either side, his hands grasping the edge of the bed.
"What?" she asked, still frowning.
"May I speak, Little Bird?" He asked softly.
