andShe had no doubt that her “rule” would be under Myrkan’s direction and focused solely on making sure all citizens of Kaighal prayed to him.
“You can keep your pact with Veranesh,” Myrkan continued. “He has more power, and you’ll need it to make sure others stay obedient. But if that double-faced yalari ever severs it, I will make one with you. I might be less powerful than he is, but the more eagerly you find me worshipers, the more my power will grow.”
Kamira arched an eyebrow. She hadn’t expected Myrkan to admit so openly he was no match for Veranesh, and she’d thought he’d demand her pact be severed, but in the end, making such a concession made him look like someone who was willing to negotiate rather than order her around. In his eyes, with Veranesh gone from this world, it matte
