Ha got another one (Ramesh sale)

Valkyrie wasn't sure what to make of the lioness's growl but the uncertainty didn't show on her face. It was hidden behind a cool and confident mask. Though she was dealing with a much larger creature she would not allow herself to become ruffled. This was not the first cat she'd squared off with. It was, however, the first to last this long without blood.

 

"You forget, my dear, that this is not just anyone. Is not a good friend worth more than a market full of wolves?" She let that hang in the air for a second before continuing. "But I know the weight of loyalty and it would be unfair to ask for yours in perpetuity."

Valkyrie settled into thoughtful silence as she mulled over her counter and then shot a look at Ramesh. He made a good point. With Cannival hunting they could bring down more challenging game. More exotic game. That wasn't what Ramesh had in mind but it that's where her thoughts took her.

Finally she said, "How about this: pledge to me your loyalty for two full seasons. During that time you will be treated like one of my wolves and expected to do as I say. You will also assist my hunters whenever they ask."