Kysenia had entered the outer living area to find her uncle Vladimir and Elder, Lord Damascus waiting for her. Talon was leaning up against a wall with his arms folded, coolly watching. Vladimir was all smiles as he looked around her opulent rooms, raising an eyebrow at her undressed state. “Ah, Kysenia…I see they have given you quite the suite…how was your trip?” Kysenia frowned, wondering why the chit chat. “It was fine…yours? When did you get here?” “Yes, good too, only yesterday…the clan territories are all good…” “I know that, uncle…it’s not like I don’t keep in touch with them…” “Right, so…” He looked around… “Why are you here? I’ve only just arrived…I would like the opportunity to rest before preparing for the ball.” Kysenia’s annoyed tone was clear. “I was hoping you would

