By uniting our Kingdoms, you would still retain your men, your lands, what little dignity you may possess.” King Stilinski raises his chin.
One soldier would not be enough to stop this death. He stands alertly and it is clear that should he unsheathe his sword or claws on the King of Beacon, the soldier intends to throw himself between them. “You are Derek, son of the Hales, Prince of Claws,” King Stilinski says around a weary sigh and the soldier is at his side before Derek can complete his next step. His stronghold, his castle, his men and his name have all been shamed this day. His armies have been bested by a force of wolves, half their own, the loss has hit him hard. The King bows his head, face obscured for a brief moment as if settling an internal dispute with the passions of anger and pride. “You know who I am,” he says, sword sheathed at hi s hip for now as he steps forward.
But he does not doubt which would be the quicker and more satisfying undertaking of the two. It would not do good to slit his throat without first attempting an accord. King Stilinski has ruled with a firm hand but a fair one, gaining respect and support from neighbouring kingdoms and clans far and wide. He could cut the old man down where he stands but that would provoke retribution from his many allies. Only one soldier stands between him and a true victory, and his armour is a mess of mud, and sweat, so much that it obscures the youthful face beneath it. Their age of youth has long since passed and he doubts they would hold a sword against him for long. The old man stands unattended, surrounded by other old men as they consult maps set into the wood of the round table between them. Derek’s armour is still wet with fresh blood when he fights through the castle walls and into the Hall of Kings. The King of Beacon’s armies are strong, but they cave to the Prince of Claws eventually.
Give it a listen and as always, let me know what you think! Also my headcannon in this fic is that after the nogitsune's death because it was still connected to Stiles, he ended up retaining some of its power.
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