Aeron did not press the matter anymore. He could see clearly that no matter what he asked, the man was not going to reveal his name or identity.
And if he was truly someone powerful, then announcing it here, in front of everyone, could bring nothing but trouble. Better to keep the matter quiet, at least for now.
So, with a polite nod and a faint smile that did not reach his eyes, Aeron said,
"If you have already come this far, then Silver Dawn Pack welcomes you. My men will be punished for their rudeness. Please, come with me."
His voice was calm, but Selene could hear the edge beneath it. It was not a true welcome, only a mask, a fake manner to hide the rising tension.
The stranger only smirked faintly, as if he had expected nothing less, and then he followed Aeron's lead.
The pressure between them did not ease even a little. It was thick and sharp, like two swords pressed against each other, waiting for the first strike.
