"Ah, I see," Lady Marceline replied. "You can't fault him there, can you? His parents were completely annihilated by these c-creatures, and now his mate would be running to them. Mind you, a pregnant mate." Lady Marceline glanced down at her stomach.
"I am not asking to fight them," Mauve stated.
"I know you're not," Lady Marceline replied. "But I doubt Jael can separate the two. To him, your involvement simply means that."
Mauve sighed. "Are you asking that I do nothing?"
"Of course not. Palers are our mortal enemies. I will encourage any plan that would get rid of them. However, it would be hypocritical of me to pretend this isn't dangerous for you. I did scold Louis. It's not a bad thing that he taught you magic, but it was a bit selfish. Still, I am glad we found the answer we've been looking for. The hard part is done."
"I suppose it is," Mauve replied, but she didn't think much would change.
