Yes, there were no free supports. Since this mysterious group had chosen to support them, there must surely be an agenda behind it. Though she was grateful for their assistance, after experiencing the betrayal that led to the near-annihilation of their resistance force, she would instead refuse their aid rather than suffer the same fate again.
"Does she speak for all of you?" Orion asked. It was only through their voices that he could distinguish their genders.
The group all lowered their heads and gently nodded.
They shared Iy'yra's sentiments.
"Even if the Celestial Spirit Court approaches us, I have already picked a side—standing with you and the other Spirit Beast tribes in this region. I promise not to go back on my word," Orion said, giving them his assurance.
"Since he has given you his word, he won't go back on it, no matter what happens. So, you no longer need to worry about us pulling back our support at the last second," Ilse added, looking at the Spirit Beasts.
