Chapter 79

“Because we couldn't chance yet another dissolution of the hierarchy that gave the humans even greater reason to be here, to interfere!” Levi snapped. “I did not have help backyard of the wolves, and even then… I informed you, Gabriel. Everyone's been ready for your return. And now here you are. Clearly it's the Creator's will.”

Gabriel's lips went flat at that, but he did not respond. “So it's pleasant if I task Mark when it's been a few days when you consider that the human beings medicated him?”

“Definitely. I suppose you would still win, but he'll be less difficult to beat when he is not juiced up.”

Gabriel eyed his brother, his senses crackling with suspicion. “You seem very eager for me to battle the Tiger that you weren't prepared to combat yourself. Why?”

Levi frowned. “I instructed you, I want to see the Clans lower back to balance and… why are you looking at me like that?” he growled.

“Because I do