Whitewater Gorge he told me to sing

So sorry for the overly long wait!

The newly, but not so strange man told his tale with a voice firm as any. 

Aulus seemed overly confident with his words. There was a realization within them to himself. Part of Virion felt as if he'd been talking to himself, rather his company. But it was all perfectly understood. The Russian had a similar point in his own life. So who was he to judge?

"Allow me to pledge myself to you."

Hearing that was definitely unexpected. 

The dark one so readily leapt to join Virion's cause. Why?

Was he that he felt alone? Perhaps he was a spy sent by Aquene's guardian pack? No.. maybe he simply felt an empty side in him that demanded he take up a life and purpose he was born to. 

It was too soon to pass judgement.

Let's make one thing clear. The kingdom I intend to build is a strict one. We live by ways that many will protest. Once you have walked our path, there is no turning away. The only escape you will find, would be your death. To swear your allegiance to me is to swear your life in full. Are you prepared for such a commitment? The Russian waited in silence, a curious gaze befalling Aulus.