I was still ticked for what Octavia tried to justify and two days had passed since the Lexa incident. Bellamy had tried to talk to me about how wrong I was with siding with the commander. But in my eyes if someone would have attacked me, I would respond the same way. Especially if I hadn't even looked like I was about to attack. Still, Octavia needed to learn when not to fight someone. Even when she thinks she can take them on. I've waited a few days on how to proceed with Jasper and Harper being with the Bloods.
I get that Lexa had to still talk with her own people, but I also couldn't just sit there while they were being held captive. We should have sent more people with them. I was just more focused on having the area watched all the time by skilled fighters and having everyone else do patrols. Wasn't thinking of what they would do on their own. This is all on me. As I walked out of my tent, I ran into Monty.
"Hey Clarke. I was just about to come and get you. Raven, Bellamy, Octavia, and Lincoln are waiting for you by the camp entrance. I still don't know why you chose Raven to go with you and not me," he questioned. I really didn't have time for his doubts about himself, but I decided that he should hear my side.
"You know how much you mean to me Monty, but I know that you will do anything to get Jasper back. Which is why I would rather have you here where no harm can come to you. These are great people coming with me to get your best friend back. Octavia would never let anything happen to him. You know that, right?" I asked. He nodded in agreement and I could tell he felt a lot better hearing that from me. I never want him to feel like he doesn't amount to anything because it isn't true. Monty is truly one of the best, but I don't want him doing something reckless either. I gave him a small smile before I walked off to join the rest of the group.
Octavia gave me a death glare as I passed her, but I didn't have time for her anger. I just hoped she would soon use that against the real threat once we got to Lexa's camp. Lincoln seemed to be on my side on the matter though because he gave me an apologetic look. Almost feeling bad that his girlfriend couldn't see how wrong she was for being mad about the commander attacking her, and me being on Lexa's side. I didn't approve of Lexa's behavior either, but I did understand her reason. If only Octavia could see it too.
Once we arrived at Lexa's camp, we were greeted by five Bloods that I had never seen before. Octavia had taken out her sword as soon as the first three approached. I had just reached out my arm to try and tell her to stand down when Lexa had come into view. And she did not look too happy to see us.
"Clarke, I need for you and your people to leave. We haven't yet finished discussing our agreement. I have no interest in having a battle right now," she confessed. I looked at her cautiously, seeing that she was being sincere. But I wasn't going to leave without Jasper and Harper. I stepped forward, right in front of Octavia. All of Lexa's men now directing their swords at me.
"You still have Jasper and Harper. We will leave peacefully once you hand them over. I may not want a battle either, but these four behind me? Well, you've faced Octavia already," I warned. At the mention of Octavia, Lexa turned towards her and saw that the mark on her neck was fading. She still seemed confident as she walked over to me. Not caring how many eyes were now on her.
"Do not threaten me, Clarke. There are five of you. You are no match in this fight. However, I am growing tired of keeping them here, so you can take them back to your camp. Just don't ever come here without an invitation again," Lexa whispered. I nodded in understanding and released the breath I had held once she had backed away.
Octavia pulled me to her once I had walked away from the Bloods in front of me, and looked directly into my eyes with the most serious look on her face.
"What the hell was that, Clarke? You say a few words to her and suddenly she's all understanding?" she questioned. I could hear the accusation in her voice, but continued to walk past her. If she didn't trust that Lexa could let them go freely; that's her choice. I had stopped next to Lincoln, noticing the shock on his face. He wasn't one that I normally talked to, but I could tell he was the only one with me on this. His features never gave anything away about what he was thinking or feeling and that was something Octavia could learn to do from time to time.
"I really hope that you don't mess this up, Clarke. Lexa doesn't give people back this easily. Which I know her warriors don't like as it is. They love violence. Even she's keen on blood having blood. So I'm not sure why she is letting them go this quickly.. Talk to her. She must have a different plan," Lincoln warned.
I should have known Lexa could be up to something, and instead I was willing to trust her. Not wasting anymore time, I quickly walked to the front of Lexa's tent; where I was met by her warriors. They didn't hesitate in letting me know that they could ruin me at anytime. But I wasn't going to be intimidated by them.
"Let her pass!" Lexa exclaimed from inside her tent; sounding annoyed. The two men then stepped aside, but didn't look too happy about it. I suddenly hesitated as I entered, almost like I had forgotten why I had even come to speak with her.
She was sitting on a thrown and didn't look happy to see me. Which was very understandable since we had just made an agreement not even five minutes ago. I just wanted to be sure she'd be true to her word. As I was about to speak; the woman to her right spoke before me.
"Klark kom Skikru, you have no business speaking with Lexa. You two have already made your agreements so leave before-"
"Indra, let me hear what Clarke has to say. I've heard enough from my men to know she doesn't have a death wish. She is just looking out for her people. You may speak now," Lexa assured. I could tell my breath was shaky so I took a few seconds to regain myself before I began.
"You are giving my people back way too fast. I've had experience with your people in the past. It's never been this laid back and no strings attached. So I would just like to be sure that no harm will come to any of us on our way back to camp," I explained. Lexa looked angry as all the words left my lips and she stood up, walking over to me with force.
"Are you questioning my trust, Clarke? You're right, some people might not like how I do things, but I don't want a war. I am not my people, and my people are definitely not me. However, you are right to question me. If I was in your position I would have done the same. Knowing how we acted with your people in the past. But I would rather have you as an ally than an enemy. Don't take this for kindness though, Clarke. Or trust," Lexa warned.