Indeed, the Stronghold grumbled while I grinned at Erica, the stone hall rumbling with his discontent. I am not pleased to see her or feel the taint of her power. But I waited for you, Syd. In case you had instructions.

How kind of you. I gestured at Erica. "So, your little warning about me not coming into your territory clearly was a one way threat." It was hard to decide if I was more amused or furious. "Classy."

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