Silence reigned among the group, thick and suffocating, as no one was ready to break the veil hanging around them.
Iris rolled her eyes.
Enough was enough.
They didn't have time for this emotional standstill. The Masters were about to purge the last population of beast men from existence. If that happened, then they would truly be the last ones remaining. And that was not an option.
"Sorry to be the one to end such sweet moments," Iris said flatly, "but the final plan to erase this world is still ongoing. The last population left is the Lizard Clan… and the Lion Clan too."
Her statement made Derek freeze instantly.
Lion Clan??
Was she talking about his Lion Clan?
"Hey—what do you mean? My clan? The lions are still alive?" Derek demanded sharply.
Iris frowned at his tone.
"I don't answer rude assholes."
The lion didn't even fully understand what she meant, but he still took offense. However, he realized he had spoken harshly.
He inhaled and tried again.
