Making a new enemy

Igor's initial confidence faltered as he encountered Derek's cold eyes. His plan to entice Derek with a shiny yet ultimately fruitless offer had been exposed, and he now found himself uncertain of how to proceed. With a frown etching his features, he contemplated an alternative approach: threatening the Khan tribe's young Alpha.

Igor's stern expression spoke volumes as he questioned Derek's audacity in slandering the Beast Empire, an entity that encompassed all the various races living within the Moonlight Forest. He proceeded to warn Derek of the potential consequences should he choose to report this back to the empire. The implication was clear: Derek and his small tribe would bear the brunt of the empire's wrath.

To this veiled threat, Derek responded with a calm and resolute,

"Yes,"