Caedrasp left his meeting with Alfrahil, ascended several flights of stairs, and walked down two corridors before entering the antechamber of the Abbot. Seeing Brother Meinhund sitting at his customary place, Caedrasp raised an eyebrow and his confederate, close to the seat of power in the Order, shook his head slightly. Caedrasp silently asked if Prior Robert was within, indicating a space just above his left shoulder, and seeing the downcast gaze, Caedrasp had his answer.
Not wishing to participate in the inevitable conflict, Caedrasp steeled himself before allowing Meinhund to announce his presence. Entering the room, Caedrasp could feel the tension and see the steely eyes of Prior Robert and the embattled expression on Abbot Rodolphus’ face. Caedrasp knew that he would have to speak v
