Selene leaned forward, her expression sharp and unyielding as her gaze pinned Heera in place.
"If you want our help, tell me everything. No more half-truths. No more games."
She said, her tone leaving no room for negotiation.
Heera's face flushed with embarrassment, but she bit her lip and gave a small, reluctant nod.
"I… I'll tell you everything."
She whispered.
"Good!"
Selene said, her voice firm as she settled back into her seat.
She glanced at Ethan, who gave her a subtle nod of approval, though his expression remained guarded.
Selene's instincts screamed that this situation was dangerous, but she also knew that information was power.
And right now, she needed to know exactly what they were getting into.
"Start from the beginning."
Selene ordered, her eyes never leaving Heera's.
Heera took a deep breath, her fingers twisting nervously around the edge of the table.
