“I will forgive you for things in the past, given what you thought happened between me and War, and how you felt betrayed. I understand it. But, remember who you are talking to now, Hel. I am not a young naive elf anymore. You will not speak to me like I am.” He peered down at her; she’d seen that look before. It was one of admiration and longing, desire. “Allow me to rephrase, goddess. Please, don’t take her on yourself. She betrayed me and used me as much as you. I could argue I’ve been slighted the most.” “That’s better. We’ll do it together.”

