She is the brightest star of all / open, joining

[Valerius]

The volcanic island kept joiners away from the group easily. In fact, they were unwelcome. Valerius had kept the tradition of the past leaders and denied any newcomers from becoming 'one of them' until they completed a task. Even so, he felt that it still wasn't the same. They could not be raised as warriors, willing and able. Instead, they had to learn in their later days how to be one. That dedication was different. Not only that, but would they be as loyal as the others? The large Vizier was doubtful.

Despite those thoughts, the leader had a duty to fulfill. When grey optics spotted the other lion on the rocky shore, his gaze narrowed. Giant paws led him to the stranger. They stopped before them only moments later and stood firm in their place with claws unsheathed in the process. His tail lashed in an devious manner. The hostility he showed came with a reason. There were no friends, only foes among them. If this was an advisor from other clan, they did not know that their group had no allies. If this was a joiner, they were subjecting themselves to hell.

Before the other could get a word in of explanation, the lion craned their head. He spoke out with purpose. "Speak your name and business before I get bored," he grumbled. "You're hostile land."