Bianca looks at the girl, one eyebrow raised.

When I stole Bud and Lou, I promised them I'd keep them safe. They're not cannon fodder.

The hyenas, who are entirely in agreement with Bianca on this point, have already retreated strategically behind her.


They are slow. I suggest we make them someone else's problem and leave.

[And then she smiles, bright and sly.]

I am Bianca. Welcome to Hadriel! I'd love to say it's not always random, violent and confusing, but it would be rude to lie on your first day.