Nyx'ara's eyes flashed with a sudden, fierce determination. "Kill one of those demons," she hissed, her voice raw with emotion. "Put Kaelix in their body. They don't deserve to live after how they've treated us."
Silas remained silent, his expression neutral. He could sense the pain and anger driving her words, but he knew this wasn't a decision to be made in the heat of the moment. He waited, giving Nyx'ara time to process her thoughts.
The dragoness's breathing slowed as the seconds ticked by. Her gaze dropped to her children, who were still clinging to her, their eyes wide with confusion and fear. Slowly, the fire in her eyes dimmed, replaced by a look of weariness and resignation.
