212 Cekt Mogusar

Jay Parks trembled slightly as he recognized the hoarse, sizzling voice, but he forced himself to display the composure and warm, obsequious expression expected of such a distinguished guest. With his body language subdued, he turned to the figure behind him, feigning surprise and elation.

"Master Aetherist Cekt Mogusar! "He exaggeratedly announced to inform his guests of the status of the newcomer. "It is a pleasure to meet you again. I didn't think you would come so soon. I have a vague recollection that you ignored my last 116 attempts to reach you... "

" Really? My Oracle AI filters all my calls and must have put you in the spam category."Cekt Mogusar sneered picking his nose as if he couldn't care less about this big fella in white blouse.