Lilith took her seat at the far end of the table, her dark aura enveloping her like a cloak. The elegant, flowing fabrics of her attire seemed to shift and ripple as she settled into the chair. The group watched her with a mixture of curiosity and apprehension, their breakfast momentarily forgotten.
El-Kharis's gaze was sharp as he regarded Lilith. "What brings you here today, mother? Surely, you did not come merely to observe us."
Lilith's lips curved into a knowing smile, but her eyes remained cold and calculating. "I am here to offer an olive branch," she said, her voice smooth and calm. "I've been observing, and it seems you and Esteria have a unique bond. One that might benefit from a deeper understanding between us."
Esteria tensed at Lilith's words, feeling a prickle of unease. She exchanged a quick glance with El-Kharis, who maintained his stern demeanor. "What exactly do you want to discuss?" El-Kharis asked, his tone edged with suspicion.
