the dead are gone
Kreios indicates a possible interest, but Lexa can here the apprehension in his voice. It isn’t entirely unexpected - the Amazons has always been a rather warlike kingdom, and is often embroiled in some conflict or other. As one of the quieter and often less populated kingdoms (though the latter is clearly changing), it makes sense that they would be worried about the potential for conflict. Especially since the Amazons were recently involved in a war.
It is probably better for the Falls though that war had been so recent. The Amazons are tired and hurting. They’ve lost sisters (Lexa has lost her mother) and are still grieving. They aren’t terribly likely to pick a fight with anyone anytime soon.
“Nothing out of the ordinary of course. Support, should anyone decide to attack us. Use of the healing waters should we need them.” Really, the same that anyone seeking an alliance with the Falls would want. “And in return, we would help to defend the Falls should you ever need us.” And given the Falls history … it might be wise for them to have someone strong in their corner. “And don’t you worry. We have no intention of starting any fights any time soon. We’ve … we’ve lost enough.” Her head bows momentarily before returning to meet Kreios’ gaze. Now is not the time to think back on what she’s lost. She needs to get on with life and serve the kingdom. Her mother would have wanted it anyway. “What do you think?”
and the living are hungry.
lexa.