"And a great many in my nest will not understand."

But someone had to set an example. He knew full well how badly it could go to fight multiple fronts in a war. That was why he had a list of people to speak to, agreements to reach. For now, the werewolves were essential.

"I haven't been in London for some time. Imagine my surprise, then, to learn that the fae have crossed into our realm and are taking territories of which they have no need." Step one: establish a mutual interest. "I believe we can all -- or most of us, at least -- agree that their efforts must be counteracted."

It would be an uneasy truce, but making it clear it wouldn't last might help a good deal for both sides.

"Until that can happen, I would suggest that we serve our common concern. We drive the fae out of the mortal realm. Then, we can happily go back to killing each other."