The air was thick with emotion. The clearing still buzzed faintly from the argument that had just taken place, each person processing the weight of what was said. And then, quietly but clearly, Leo stepped forward.
"Alright," he said, his voice surprisingly steady and calm. "That's enough for now."
Everyone looked toward him. There was something final in his voice. Not harsh, but firm. It pulled their attention like gravity.
"We're not going to fix anything by standing here. If we are going to make any more confessions, let's do it after we get rid of the guillotine hanging above our heads."
His words were harsh but everyone couldn't help but agree with him. This was not the time for infighting. They needed to be united if they wanted to stand a chance.
Greg stood up and rolled his shoulders, limbering himself up as he spoke with a somber tone.
