I know the heir. But the other? Vaguely so. In a sense, their attachment is almost reminiscent of my own with Solaris. However, they are much less... focused, at least it seems that way. I do not pay much heed to the darker male, however. He is no heir, no direct thread to the way of the world. Still, I pay an idle mind to him. I am always seeking out new wolves, after all, to offer me their strength. I would have no complaints if I could win over the mind of one who has an in depth understanding of Diveen's upper hierarchies. For now, it is a mere afterthought.

I watch the other then. He is quiet, observant. It is an odd thing, truly. I eye him suspiciously, even as his companion speaks. I nod in acknowledgement, though I remain silent as I observe the pair. I wish to know how this duo works, after all. There is clearly an operation between the two - a system, if you will. I speak, finally, however, though I speak towards the golden heir, my voice mild. I am merely curious, after all.

"Is there a reason you do not address me directly? You are the heir, are you not?"

I raise a brow towards him. Why should I be anything other than direct? If his belief is that he is above me somehow, then I will be required to pull him down from his pedestal. I do not have room here for ignorance. I tilt my head, quietly pushing the question as I lock on to his eyes, ignoring the other for these moments. I will allow him several moments to answer - or not to. It is only then that I will address the other, turning laxly back to him.

"Alliance. An ambiguous term. Tell me - the terms."

What is the use of agreeing to anything if I do not know what I am agreeing to? This is how unequal expectations are created. I imagine they might see these... words as some kind of challenge. Perhaps they are. I am hesitant to dive into something so committal immediately, particularly without the direct approach of an Alpha. I am looking after myself and my pack - the future, too. If we commit early, we may lose the favor of others. We may create enemies where enemies were not previously. I need to understand their intentions first.

At the mention of Solaris, I cannot help but lift that brow higher. Such a specific question. How pleasant it is to know that he and I are spoken of - do they still speak of us? Questioning what it is we do? I cannot help but allow one half of my face to twist into a look of amusement.

"Is it common practice to discuss others while they are not present?" I ask mildly once more, though it is clear I am amused by the sentiment of their questions. It even lets me relax somewhat. I am more curious than anything now.