To Calen’s surprise, Tarmon sheathed his sword and clasped his hand around the back of Calen’s neck. The man pulled Calen towards him until their eyes were only inches apart. “You are better than this. I’ve seen it. I’m standing here with you because you are better than this. Tonight, those men and women are not empire soldiers. They are not those who did us harm. They are just people. People who don’t want to die. And they need us. They need you. They need a Draleid.” Releasing his hand from the back of Calen’s neck, Tarmon stepped away, his gaze still fixed on Calen’s. “Show them, Calen.
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