Seeing Erik's arm was now free from any binding magic, the ginger werebear used his enormous paw-like hand to grasp Erik's smaller version, and they shook on their deal.
Then, he turned to the members of his team. "Go stand back a ways," he told them. But while Björn and Nora quickly agreed, Anne was slightly more reluctant. She was finally calming down a little but still looked ready to tear Erik's, and especially Emily's, throats out.
The werelynx growled and panted from barely contained fury, "Don't do this, Boss! Let's just tear that race traitor and his human lovers apart!"
Before the werebear could respond, Nora had already grabbed Anne's left arm and began pulling her away. "Don't be an idiot, girl. I don't like humans either, but this is the best solution. Even if the boss loses, which he won't, we'll still get some of what we want."
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Alternatively, I've created a new novel: Born of Blood and Moonlight. It follows a character who is focused more on charm and manipulation in a fantasy/sci-fi setting, with some sprinkling influence of 40k and Stargate. But, still, with vampires and werewolves.