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" It's a good thing the three kings are here. " Kieran said after moments of silence. " It would be foolish to issue a nation's summons after they had all gone back. "

" With the confusion Clarissa and the dark witches caused, pouncing on them now would be the least of their expectations. " Raven said, understanding Kieran's train of thought. 

With this they could assess their enemy before they had a chance to regroup. 

" If we are going to be investigating the guests, won't Martha and those helping her have enough time to meet?" Raphael asked worriedly. 

Kieran smiled. " I'm counting on that."

This time they didn't know what Kieran was thinking. Even if Martha and her supporters met, it could be seen as a harmless meeting and they wouldn't be foolish enough to plan anything with other people around.