[Ellie's P.O.V]
Though the outcome was expected, if Leah continued her hunger strike and couldn't hold on until the arrival of the elders, what would happen?
I was about to speak and persuade him when Xavier angrily said, "I don't know what crazy things this woman is capable of. If she begs me to spare her life, asking me to consider our past relationship, I will find it very annoying. She won't take those words of breaking off relations to heart."
I chuckled, "At a time like this, just ignore her. Regardless of what she says, treat it as if you didn't hear it. When the elders arrive, send her away, and everything will be calm."
"Fine," Xavier agreed.
However, I didn't expect that my decision would stir up a new storm.