Helen's POV
As I entered the clearing where Leoric was waiting, a slight smile on his face, the dim light hardly broke through the dense darkness. He watched me with a confidence that made my skin crawl, his eyes glinting in the darkness.
With a velvety voice, he said, "Thank you for meeting me, Helen."
I took a cautious step back and crossed my arms without answering. "Leoric, what do you want? Why would you try to entice me with visions and promises? Why all of this?
Leoric grinned broadly, as though he had anticipated my rage. With conviction in his voice, he stated, "Because, Helen, you are the only one worthy enough to rule alongside me." We could bring peace to our kind with your strength and wisdom. Don't fight anymore. No more violence.
I frowned and shook my head. Are you implying that Scott would be secure? No damage would come to him?"
