Moonspear Everyone sees what you appear to be

Norah took a moment to think through, what Dirge proposed and what she considered as a test for herself. She already liked the man and knew that it would not be boring for her here, even if the queen turned out to be hoplessly dull. "In a grand scheme of things it is easier to view everyone as an enemy. With the difference being that some enemies are useful and some should be disposed of as fast as possible," she explained. 

"Diplomacy is not about making peace with everyone. It is a game, where you and your pack are at the centre and you have to know, how to play those, who surround you well, to get the best results for yourself," she went on, perhaps, revealing more about her true character than she had intended to. But weren't they all selfish? She wished for full belly and protection during winter, the pack on the other hand wanted to use her. 

"IF there are packs that are a nuisance to you - seek out allies among those, who this pack too has annoyed. Send in spies and partisans to destroy the pack from within," she offered. "It's always easier to push a bully in a submission, when you play from a position of strength," she said. "However, I would rather not waste energy and health to solve small, local conflicts with violence. And it is advisable not to cause unneccessary trouble, because you never know, which of your enemies might be your next ally."