Deal (I)

The dread in Auron's eyes only increased as he saw the reactions of Eon, Zuko, and Kabuto.

The Patriarchs of the Solis Clan and Zanginis Clan stared at Auron for a moment before a coldness and killing intent emerged in their hearts. Since Auron would impede Cain's proper assimilation into the Deus Behemoth Empire, he had to be eliminated. The fact that they never got along with the man, and he was a criminal who imprisoned people from their clans, made the decision very straightforward.

It only took one glance toward Zuko and Kabuto for Auron to realize the path the duo had taken, clearly seeing they would choose the human over him.

"Your Imperial Highness, please, you must stand for reason and justice!"