"Agnes has seen fit to give you the courage and wisdom to serve this august order. Let our blessed Saint watch over you and keep you safe." Two more shadows loomed over her, and then they placed a new surcoat over her shoulders.
"Arise, Charlaine deShandria, Temple Captain of Saint Agnes."
She stood, her eyes meeting those of the Grand Mistress.
"Be well," the woman said in a low voice, "but be careful and guard your tongue." Then she raised her voice once more. "Return to your sisters," she commanded before turning to the next candidate.
Charlaine wheeled around, marching to resume her original position in the company. It was only when she halted beside Danica that she took the time to examine her new surcoat.
The Temple Knights of Saint Agnes wore a scarlet surcoat emblazoned with t
