411 Assassin

Arran gave Kaleesh a flat look. "As much as I support the idea of us not dying, I hoped you had some more practical suggestions to give."

Though he did not glance backward as they made their way through the city's streets — so as not to tip off their pursuer — his Sense made it easy to keep track of the Knight.

And with as poor a job as the man did of remaining inconspicuous, it only took him moments to realize that Kaleesh was right — the Knight had clearly not been sent for his proficiency as a spy.

The captain shrugged. "We have time. I doubt he'll attack with others around. Chances are he intends to wait until we leave the city, then make his move as we travel back to the army."

"So we have time," Arran said, nodding thoughtfully. "But we still need a plan." He pondered the situation for some moments, then added, "We could ask Lady Merem for help."