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The proposed coalition, Reek felt, was a necessary tool. One he could exploit to protect the maplewood -- and himself -- from Sleeping Dragon's aggression from the inside. It could have worked and tensions could have been de-escalated... if it weren't for Esaro's naivety. Breaking agreements, crossing borders, and making a fool of himself had become a trend. His childish and naive worldview had doomed the maplewood and Sleeping Dragon to the inevitibility of war. The utility behind the coalition was lost and the deal ultimately fell apart.

All these things, Reek kept secret -- as he felt he worked best unhindered and alone. Once again, it had backfired in his face with Tavi's angry departure. But now, during this unfettered outpouring of frantic emotion, Reek let secrets slip. Discovering Reek's true intention regarding the coalition, Gavriel charged forward for a fight.

Knowing Reek was not in the condition to stave off not one, but two wolves, he had only one option: run. Forced to flee like a coward from his old home, anger burned in Reek's gut. He would have his vindication -- but it wouldn't be now.