The Truth Shall Fly (Open)

[LAD]

Shinku Crimson, DarkStar, DarkMoon, Donato, Samara, Devyn, Malluce, Kaden, Adalyn, Saku, London Donovan

Shinku and DarkStar had been sitting side by side somewhere in the middle of camp, discussing things towards one another like usual.

DarkMoon and Donato were having a grooming session not too far off, both talking animatedly about the soon to be new older brother.

Samara had just returned with Devyn and Malluce from a hunting trip, several hares dangling from their mouths by the ears, making their heads hang low with the weight of it all.

Kaden and Adalyn had just returned for a visit, their eyes shining brightly at the prospect of seeing other family again - and they had three more with them: Saku, London, and Sepheral Donovan.

All was peaceful. All was calm. All was absolutely lovely on this fine afternoon -

"What the fuck do you mean I should let it go?!"

All heads snapped towards the center, where DarkStar Donovan was standing on the tips of his toes now, wings flared out, fangs bared as his lips curled back in a snarl. He hadn't roared it, nor had he yelled it exactly - but for those who had all been standing close by, it sure sounded like it. It had certainly been raised over the soft communicating voices. Shinku was opposite of him, his white eyes staring calmly at DarkStar even as the brighter red beast raged. DarkMoon rose to her paws with her sons help and she waddled a bit closer, her concern flickering over her features even as her son put a paw in front of her to stop her from getting to close.

"You're over thinking it, DarkStar. We both know what happened all those years ago - but are you really going to hold a grudge over it? Now? With all your own siblings gone and only your daughter and grandson to live for?" Shinku told him, his voice remaining calm, concerned even.

DarkStar bristled further, his lips curling back even more. "The fact that you're taking my so called aunt's side over this is pissing me off Shinku. Dante Donovan - my so called grandfather - sat back and watched as my mother was killed. Killed, Shinku. Murdered. Slaughtered. And he's now back, here in Meurtrier - in the body of some guy named Aliegher-" Shinku lunged at Darkstar - but the damage was done. The name, the word, it was out. Snarls erupted between the two and a small fight issued as Shinku tried his best to shut his friend up.

Jaws dropped. Stares continued for a good while. And then the murmurs began. While the initial raising of voices wouldn't have been enough to draw members out - certainly not the Captain, Commander, nor Dominants out - the fighting that happened afterwards definitely was. Kaden's body shifted as slight fury erupted between him. He was the first to lunge forward - despite Adalyn's worried protesting, to go after DarkStar and Shinku and separate the two. Donato was the second after making sure his mother stayed in place. Soon after, Malluce and Devyn were assisting in the separation of the two and with the four of them at it, Malluce and Devyn successfully pulled Shinku away as Donato and Kaden pulled DarkStar away and pinned him down. Shinku was fine the moment he was restricted, and Malluce and Devyn instantly let him go.

Claws had stayed shed thankfully, and not much blood had been drawn beside a few minor cuts from whatever parts of their claws hadn't remained within their paws.

DarkMoon was the first to speak. "What on EARTH is going on?" Samara, Sepheral, and Adalyn had moved to her side, seeing her pregnant and seeing the concern written all over her face.

It was an unnecessary question. Everyone had heard what had come out of DarkStar's mouth. But DarkStar - while still angry inside a bit, was quiet as a still blade of grass.

Saku and London remained where they were, having just entered the pride of their birth, were unsure who everyone was just yet and were merely curiously watching.

[Vee]

Wellp, cat is out of the bag.

Said cat, Alighieri, remained in his nest up the mountainside. He watched and listened but he was not too surprised. DarkStar seemed like a threat from the start and this just confirmed it. The action, however... The Ash Leopard was not sure whether or not he should lie out of his teeth; call the male delusional and crazy, or if he should be honest if approached about it - was he ready?

Alighieri ducked down and waited to face the music.

[Jason]

Neo and Jasper had been grooming one another quite close to Aligheri, a routine they had taken up quite often before. DarkStar put both brothers on edge, from the way he had spoken about Dante before. Both could hear the ruckus below and neither looked, but their expressions indicated disgust. "I think you should stick close to us at this point. Unless anyone has a death wish, I do not see you getting ambushed while close to any member of our family. It would be best to avoid physical conflict. It will cause fewer ripples." Neo spoke for both himself and his brother.

Jasper's eyes did move to watch one of his two eldest sons, Shinku get into it with DarkStar. A soft smirk appeared. He was proud of him. A brow lifted as he watched Caspian appear on the scene, followed by Dante.

The pair of brothers stood beside Shinku. Caspian stared hard at DarkStar while Dante nudged his older brother. He found Shinku to be a rather good role model as far as his diplomacy went. He had yet to see him really fight and was more than a little excited to. Caspian, on the other hand, did not want to see his family hurt and would do whatever he could to prevent it. He may have been quite young, but he was very large already, and still growing. Thanks to Jasper, his body was maturing incredibly slowly.

Jasper looked back to Aligheri. "We'll come with you if you choose to descend. I would love an excuse to see if DarkStar would choose rage over reason." Neo's eyes flicked to Malluce, a distasteful glitter in his eye. They would employ their means of subtle torment eventually.

[kahara]

COCAINE CALIVER, ODYSSEIA DAKASA, ASESINO "CRIMSON" DONOVAN, CASPER, KEJETHAN, CARNAL, WALTER, KODIAC

[/i][/color] He chuckled and shook his head. Lately Cocaine had sort of.. blossomed. His mane was coming in more, and his colors had begun to fade. It wasn't dramatically noticeable, but enough for those closest to see. Cocaine was aging. Odysseia quietly agreed with him, frowning deeply.

"Indeed.."

It took them a little longer than usual to get there. Neither felt an urgency for the situation. By the sound of things, it had calmed down. As each approached, whispering and hushed voices were passed around. Cocaine blocked them out and approached what appeared to be the center of attention. Shinku, DarkMoon, DarkStar, and several others. Odysseia watched Cocaine step forward - she was confident in his handling of the situation, and would only step in if she felt the need to.

"Alright, what's the problem?"[/ul][/blockquote]

[Vee]

Alighieri raised his head as the Crimson spoke, looking to his friend. "I will stay put for now." He stated, then looked back down to DarkStar, pondering, thinking. "I could possibly have the entire pride believe him to be insane. But this could backfire later..." He pondered... If the Ash Leopard knew and understood the leaders better, it could be a chance worth taking. Hmm...

He changed his mind and got up, glanced to the Crimson brothers. He hoped should the memory complication be revealed at a later date, the leaders would understand the actions he was to attempt. Another hesitant moment and he looked to the family; he'd have to trust their distaste towards DarkStar outmatched their uncertainty towards him. Alighieri started his descent down the mountain swiftly, perfectly adapted to maneuvering on slopes and unstable terrain, to enter nearby the group. The Ash Leopard hoped Jasper or Neo would follow.

"He seems to be delusional, sir." The Ash Leopard stated towards the commander. He did not like referring to another in high command, but it was a feeling better gotten over. "Seems to be under the impression that I am Dante Donovan." It was somewhat of a lie, of course, but it would seem Alighieri was particularly good at it.. Having two lives of experience came in handy it would seem. But it was not without its holes.

The Ash Leopard knew he'd have to face DarkStar someday, but for now he had to consider himself first. The male looked to DarkMoon, he was still unaware that she was his daughter...

[LAD]

Shinku Crimson, DarkStar, DarkMoon, Donato, Samara, Devyn, Malluce, Kaden, Adalyn, Saku, London Donovan, Caitlyn Caliver

Caitlyn had been watching from afar but she said nothing nor did she approach - even as her father appeared. One brow rose at the display that had happened and she wondered curiously what would happen now. Then one brow rose. How odd.

Kaden nor Donato had released DarkStar from having pinned him down. He had remained silent, even as his daughter stepped forward and questioned what was going on. When the Commander appeared he still said nothing, even if Shinku was baiting him with his eyes.

DarkMoon approached first, anger still in her eyes. "That's what I would like to know Commander" She said first, and then opened her mouth again before Alighieri stepped forward and spoke. That anger died for a moment, then rose. "EXCUSE ME?!" She roared out as she whirled on the Ash Leopard. "Here I was just about to say your a good person, and you come and accuse MY FATHER of being delusional?! Who do you think you are?!" She lashed out, her lips curling back to snarl at him.

Donato froze, his gaze flicking from his mother to Kaden to Alighieri. His mother was pissed. Then again he wasn't too happy either. However he was much more calmer about it. Kaden looked back at Donato - but both tightened their grip on DarkStar when he began to struggle furiously a large growl ripping from his throat at that voice. And then at DarkMoon's words? Didn't he tell that fucking leopard to stay AWAY from his daughter?

When Shinku was surrounded with his brothers he nudged Dante back, and looked at Casper and Caspian with a nod and then opened his mouth to speak - but Alighieri beat him to it, and DarkMoon it seemed too. She was furious. Then again so was he. Shinku was the first to step forward. "I hope you have some actual proof of my best friend being delusional before you go throwing that around, Alighieri." He said, his eyes narrowed dangerously. "My friend doesn't go tossing around insane statements. Never has, and he has no reason to start now." He said, his voice calm as he looked back down at DarkStar's furious movements. "DarkStar, calm yourself. Whatever this... Leopard says, I'm not having my friend outcasted from the pride again." He informed DarkStar blatantly.

DarkMoon's tail lashed. "My father better not be outcasted from this pride by this good for nothing furball." She hissed. "He only speaks truth, not lies." Her claws dug into the ground as she glared at Alighieri moving closer to Kaden and Donato and DarkStar. She pressed one paw upon DarkStar's head, moving his mane to the side. "Daddy, calm down." She asked softly, and DarkStar did for a moment, then whipped his head around to face Cocaine.

"At first I wasn't going to say a damn thing again, but now I don't have to be polite about it. A few days ago, Alighieri was talking to Asesino and Cannival as I walked past. Asesino asked Alighieri why he knew so much about the pride - and that's a damn good question to ask anyone who walks in here and acts like he knows everything. Upon the question, Alighieri answered, and I quote word for fucking word, "He summoned Dante Donovan - your father, for questions. In doing so, he ripped the same soul from somebody else. When he tore my soul away from me, I was Dante before him'" He snarled out, "He was talking about Jasper Crimson. Jasper Crimson summoned Dante Donovan." He hissed.

Shinku twitched, Kaden tensed further. All eyes landed on Alighieri. These two in particular had both been there when Dante Donovan was summoned by Jasper. Kaden narrowed his gaze in confusion. Shinku tilted his head.

"Now if you said that before Alighieri... Why lie about it now. Afraid?" He wanted this male to continue that lie - so badly. So that he could correct and support his friend. He had been there when his father summoned him.

Malluce and Devyn had retreated to Samara's side when the Crimsons went to their brother. London and Saku had joined them as well. Now DarkMoon had Sepheral, Samara, Adalyn, Malluce, Devyn, London and Saku around her, seemingly protecting her as well as supporting her as this madness went on. But the ess was furious - and scared. What was going on? Was that why her daddy was so angry a few days back?

[Caylis]

Eva had been watching from afar, her eyes widening. "D..Dante Donovan?!" she whispered, her eyes widening in awe as she looked to Aligheri. Was that leopard really Dante? The legend that was told in stories beyond generations ago?! She wanted to ask him questions, but she knew that would be disrespectful!

Severus had been staying by Evangeline for a while, his eyes gleamed, Dante Donovan, huh? Hmmph. It wasn't any of his business, so why should he even bother lamenting about it? He wasn't in Meurtrier, but he was in Jaaku, which his grandfather, Dax had worked side by side with Dante. He couldn't help but gleam a bit of curiosity in his gaze.

[kahara]

COCAINE CALIVER, ODYSSEIA DAKASA, ASESINO "CRIMSON" DONOVAN, CASPER, KEJETHAN, CARNAL, WALTER, KODIAC

[/i] had chosen a side. Odysseia had also taken a moment to see all of who was there in detail. She was a tad less alarmed by their yelling and arguing and accusations. Actually, if anything, she was a bit irritated that they were shouting so much. They probably disturbed her babies.

"I hope you realize what you're claiming sounds far fetched, DarkStar. However, knowing Jasper's strength, and that he is no guest to magic.." Cocaine glanced at his boys Caspian and Casper. They were living proof of Jasper's abilities -- and that probably only skimmed the surface of what he could do. Then he looked at Jasper, who was presumably close-by enough to hear the commander. "I don't take you for being a liar, Jasper. So I ask you and trust the truth. Is what has been said true? Is it true that Alighieri is the reincarnation of Dante Donovan?" Cocaine's gaze flickered to Alighieri. If this was the case, the commander would have many mixed feelings toward the ash leopard.

To start with, Dante had been Cocaine's mother's mate before Dante died. No doubt if this was Dante Donovan, thee Dante, that Cocaine would resemble KIller quite a bit. If not for the eyes and mane, and the fact that his fur was faded ever, ever, ever so slightly. It could also throw one off just by how large Cocaine was. Neither parent had reached such heights, or so, Cocaine had assumed. Based on memory he couldn't recall them being as such. His size was both a blessing and a curse.

Odysseia remained quiet. She was deciding her own take on things, and did not mind Cocaine's involvement over her head -- literally. The queen would speak up after Jasper had.. or after anyone else. She wanted to take it all in slowly, to assure she had the best information when she spoke up.[/ul][/blockquote]

[LAD]

Shinku

Shinku turned his gaze from Alighieri as Cocaine addressed his father. He landed his white gaze on Jasper, brow furrowed slightly. It was only silent for a second longer, but it was enough for Shinku to want to prompt his father... And plead with him too. DarkStar was still his friend. And just because he'd been enraged about Dante, he didn't think his dad or uncle needed to target him. But then again, he didn't know his father or uncle as well as he thought - because he didn't know that Jasper nor Neo couldn't stand DarkStar already. "Dad?" The small word held a plea for the truth - DarkStar had never lied - and there was no reason for him to lie about something as big as this. However, Shinku's faith in his father was perhaps far greater than it should be. He could only hope his father would take his side over Alighieri's.

[Jason]

Jasper and Neo slowly left the mountain side with Aligheri, watching his mate. As they arrive on the scene, the events exploded from there. Had either had the chance, they would have tackled Aligheri for his little lie. Neither brother looked at all happy, each looking thoroughly irritated, evident by twitching tails and flattened ears. Neo hissed slightly and growled, "Too old for this shit." He wanted to strangle them all. DarkStar had more than few immediately leap to his defense. This was also frustrating. Thoughts flew back and forth between the twins as they thought of how best to proceed. There was little time, swift action was needed, as hesitation could spell doom for Aligheri.

Jasper and Neo focused on DarkStar with intensity that would make some crawl out of their fur. Jasper nodded and Neo stretched for a moment before his entire form shifted. In second, a black mist surrounded Neo. It moved for a moment and when is dispelled, a far less formidable foe stood in his place. Less than half his original height, Neo was in the form of Noctis. "I tire of your mouth and I would prefer to settle this at the base of the throne." His shoulders rolled. It would be more even, which is what the brothers preferred to do in a duel. The thousands of years of experience could not be forgotten, however, so he was still a formidable opponent... But few actually comprehended their age. Noctis walked off toward the throne. They needed to break up the group if they were to handle this without being drowned out by DarkStar's family.

Jasper turned his gaze on Aligheri and put a wing over him. It may have seemed protective. However, this was mainly to shut up the young ash leopard. He looked at Cocaine and heaved. "I would rather discuss this entire thing in private." His remaining ear stayed flat. He had heard Shinku, but he was not planning to respond to him right now except for a slight shove with his free wing. He did not need his son trying to pressure him. He hardly understood the position he was in currently. He may have carried the surname, but it did not mean they were close, as the question may have suggested. He looked to Kejethan, hoping he might assist.

Dante stared at his older brother and then to his younger brother. Caspian shook his head and looked to his fathers. He trusted them to do what was necessary, but he was keeping his mouth shut. Both knew that their silence would be much more appreciated than any input they could offer.

Corvette lurked in the background, flopped onto his side, soaking wet from swimming.

Adelaide sat a bit off, tilting her head at the antics. Alfwin was not too far off.

[Vee]

Alighieri's fur stood on end, and his anger was quick to rise. Memories or not, the Ash Leopard had the hotheadedness of youth and an identity crisis to boot. This made for a very confused individual, but it did not excuse his rash behavior, the Crimson brothers knew better. The family, and everyone else judging by the way they all stood beside DarkMoon, were against them. The smaller male felt threatened, how could so many have absolutely no common sense or the will to think for themselves? Imbeciles... he thought to himself.

The Ash Leopard felt heated with building rage over this entire situation and for what he thought was the stupidity of it all. He failed to keep well composed around the leaders because of it.

"Think reasonably for goodness sake! Insanity's reach is far more likely than-" And so he was cut off by Jasper's wing. Alighieri lowered his head and growled to himself, now sheltered under the dark of his ally. After a moment, his unseen expressions became more conflicted, and he said something for Jasper's ears only. "I am not ready for the whole pride to know, nor I do not trust their reactions. I don't want to die, Jasper." So that was it, he was afraid. He was still Alighieri before he was Dante Donovan.

[LAD]

Shinku Crimson, DarkStar, DarkMoon, Donato, Samara, Devyn, Malluce, Kaden, Adalyn, Saku, London Donovan, Caitlyn Caliver

A glance shared among some of them before they shrugged. They had no care for this, for the majority of them it meant nothing. Their expressions were blank. Malluce, Devyn, and Samra turned away, Sepheral encouraging London and Saku to follow. If everyone wanted to jump to assumptions and believe they'd chosen aside it was simply best to just leave them all to it.

Kaden and Donato continued to hold DarkStar down, and Kaden snorted as Neo walked off to the throne. What did he expect, DarkStar to get up and follow him? They weren't going to allow that to happen. DarkMoon was pregnant and standing right there - have her father go off fighting someone else just because he wanted to 'settle' this? Settle what? What was there to settle in the first place? Neo made no sense to them all and as Alighieri yelled out and basically called them brainless, they wondered just who exactly was brainless around here. What was more physical fighting going to settle? Especially with one with far greater powers than DarkStar. So no, they didn't release DarkStar, and DarkStar honestly made no move to want to go after him as he too snorted and turned his head away. He hadn't even felt the brother's gaze on him, he had no care for them.

Shinku narrowed his gaze as he was ignored - again. Jasper had merely sent a glance to Kejethan and he knew that it was probably to tell Keje to probably get him out of there. Instead Shinku sighed. Why did he even bother? Shinku also was on the opposite side of Jasper, couldn't have happened. Instead he watched Neo walk off to the throne and shook his head. "I'm not letting my him fight you, Uncle." He called after him. Instead he moved towards Kaden and Donato and moved past DarkMoon, nudging her softly. "C'mon. DarkStar is calm, right?"

DarkStar nodded in reply then sighed. "The only thing I want is the truth being said. Being called insane pisses me off, but I've no need to say anything when my word counts for nothing." He finally stood when Kaden and Donato let him, and shook his pelt from having been squeezed down for so long. With a last glare at Alighieri DarkStar and Shinku walked off themselves and would only turn back if Cocaine called them back.

DarkMoon however plopped her butt down right there. Kaden moved away from her and her son. He had no opinion on the matter and he did not like being clumped in with the others merely because he had chosen to hold DarkStar down. He was his own individual and he had seen what Jasper did that day. He had seen his father. He had a right to be here.

Donato stayed with his mother, but his expression was guarded - blank.

From here on - unless addressed, my characters will be silent. So if I need to post then poke me in a side chat, please.

[kahara]

COCAINE CALIVER, ODYSSEIA DAKASA, ASESINO "CRIMSON" DONOVAN, CASPER, KEJETHAN, CARNAL, WALTER, KODIAC

[/i] Her tone sounded angry and motherly. "That is not how we settle things in the pride. Do not spit fire simply because someone else has spit fire on you. By all means a metaphorical grand fire will destroy us all if we behave like that. No fighting." Odysseia turned her firm gaze on Jasper now. She would have placed it on Alighieri but he was protected by Jasper's wing. "I am a new queen, I know this, and so I am not well acquainted with Mr. Dante, but there's no need to shelter him -- assuming he can hold his tongue, and all else do the same. There's no reason for hostilities. If Alighieri has lied to save himself, then he has lied for no reason, as I would not have harm come to him as long as I stand as queen." She paused to look at Cocaine, who gave her a brief nod. "And neither would our Commander."

Odysseia watched as DarkStar and Shinku took their leave. It was probably for the best. This was a heated situation and everyone was either drop dead angry or frightened. There was absolutely no further need for confusion -- and that was something that both the commander and queen could agree on. Cocaine took his chance to look at Jasper. The Commander was holding back on particular memories. During the journey to find Atryn, Cocaine had stepped off to the side for a while, and came across what appeared to be Dante Donovan -- summoned by Jasper. Up until recently he had brushed it off as a possible illusion. There was no reason, until now, to believe Dante Donovan was actually back.

"We speak in private then. I trust after what Odysseia has said, Neo will not attempt to instigate any further fights to 'settle things'. You, Alighieri, Neo, Odysseia, and I. The the throne." Cocaine turned and waited for Jasper and Alighieri to follow. Neo was already near there, so there was no point in waiting for him. Odysseia took off swiftly for the throne, ahead of Cocaine.

Kejethan was still to the spot. He didn't want to act out against his father, nor his brother. In an attempt to delay moving in on Shinku, Kejethan played it off as if he had been day dreaming. When Shinku began to leave with DarkStar, he breathed out in relief, and turned to leave. The Commander, Queen, and Crimson Brothers would handle whatever was left of this tacky situation. All Keje wanted to do was curl up and rid of the headache he had gained. Asesino was near as well. She had a rather large frown on her face. For the most part it was aimed at Alighieri. Carnal and Walter had gone back into the den to watch over the cubs, Kodiac went off to hunt, and Casper..

Well Casper was a tad frightened. Which also kept him quiet, like Dante II and Caspian.[/ul][/blockquote]

[Jason]

Neo returned to Jasper's side in his original form as DarkStar and his kin dispersed, along with the majority of their audience. He watched Shinku walk off with DarkStar, eyes narrowing. His current children were of more concern than the adults whom did not have too much interest in reconnecting with their family. Not to mention that his mate was again. He had to worry about her, and he certainly did. The war was not good to raise cubs in, but his brows furrowed. He could do little about it now, except for taking every precaution he could... That was within his power. Unlike his life as a loner, he could not eliminate every threat without worry of the consequences as he had in the past.

Neo looked from Shinku and the to Jasper as the younger male began to walk away. He tilted his head at his brother, and there were a few thoughts exchanged and Neo flew off, soon disappearing among the mountains. They had quite a few things to pull off of late, considering a certain friend had asked for assistance in an endeavor involving the sun. However, they yet lacked the means to communicate with him. Thus, Neo was off to find parchment. It was rare that one brother could not handle the situation without the other and this was no exception. Neither enjoyed the constant encouragement to tip-toe about the pride, however. Jasper longed for the old days, where he settled his disagreements with blood, often times his own, due to carelessness.

His head lowered to nuzzle Aligheri. His words were nearly silent and his mouth did not even appear to move. "I will slaughter any who tries to harm you. And you will train with my family, should you desire it." He then followed after Cocaine and Odyessia. The brute looked to his mate and children. His brow was low, showing his obvious frustration. "It's postponed, Dante." he stated as he walked off.

Dante looked disappointed with the turn of event. He had expected to see some form of fighting. He looked to Caspian who looked relieved. "No training today, Caspian." He looked to Casper. "He wanted to take everyone today." He looked really rather angry and shot a glare toward DarkMoon and those around her. Why did her father have to be so loud? It was unethical to target her, however. Jasper had taught him that much. She was pregnant.

Jasper remained quiet as they approached the throne. "I can act as mouthpiece to Neo as well," he stated simply, looking about to make sure no one was yet listening in. That would have infuriated the brute. "Aligheri has two set of memories, identies, so to speak; that much is true, but DarkStar is spilling secrets that are not his to share. Aligheri does not yet have the experience, training, or strength to defend against all who may wish him harm for his past life. Thus we would prefer to keep this quiet."

[Vee]

The Ash Leopard did not like losing the shelter of the wing, though he did not voice it. The darkness had calmed the male down immensely, but he still felt stressed over the entire ordeal. Alighieri stuck close to Jasper as they made their way to the throne, quiet for the time being. He allowed Jasper to talk for him before he uneasily confessed his actions. "I lied because I wanted to have others doubt DarkStar's words, suspect him to be mad. I had hoped to cover myself up and... eliminate DarkStar from being a threat to me." That was all true. The Ash Leopard had his head low and did not slightly show any signs of dominance.

But... Although his plan failed, anyone who had been close to Dante Donovan in the past might have recognized the type of manipulation Alighieri attempted. The first leader was not above soiling another's reputation for his own reasons or to keep allies. Alighieri figured that perhaps his plan may have backfired because of his lack of authority, because surely not everyone could have tunnel-vision to that extent. After all, the chances of his potential nemesis going a little crazy with rage was far more likely than Dante being back...

Alighieri looked away with a frown, if he gets out of this okay, he'll need to take a long rest to calm down his stress levels.