Ankyra Sound a blackout oath i swore and meant but couldn't conjure up again

There was a time when Tux would have jumped at the chance to end her life — when tensions between Drageda and Rusalka were at an all-time high.  But not anymore.  He'd grown up since then, and although Drageda might consider Rusalkans enemies, something in her words tells him Rusalka was no longer.  Or if they were still around, they weren't here.  There was a twinkle eye that colored in his otherwise blank and tired expression.

I tell the truth, he says, taking a single step closer, head down.  He remained alert: ears cupped forward, tail stiff and low. I do not want to hurt you.