LINEAGE BLOODLINE ENEMY

We all convened at Alexander's mansion and Elder Zaya joined as Haida and Mrs. Hemming remained back at the villa.

Elder Cynthia arrived as the Sitka council members arrived one by one and they seemed surprised to see Conri, Lucian, and Elder Zaya at Alexander's office. Charry stood by the door on guard while Alexander sat by the high seat next to me flagged by Asheral on the other chair.

" Thank you all for coming on such short notice. " Elder Cynthia spoke up. " My Lord, what do you need ?"

" I would like to know if anyone knows Aipaloovik?." I spoke up.

Three council members looked blank but Esme's and one council member's reactions were too obvious. She fidgeted and looked away. I remained silent in waiting and felt the impatience that rose in Dolf and Meglado.

" The scent of Aipaloovik does not fade away," Conri spoke and the power he released was so great that everyone in the room winced.