Ramuell stared incredulously at his grandmother. Kadeya held up her hand, “I’m just reporting an attitude I sense among many people. I’m not predicting a largescale attack on the nefilim. If Durela is to be believed, we’ll be given time to solve this problem without intervention by our security forces and a lot of bloodshed.” “Is Durela to be believed?” Azazel asked. “My question isn’t to impugn her character, rather I’m asking about her authority and influence with the Presidium.” Kadeya made a squeaking noise as she sucked her teeth. “That’s the question isn’t it? I’ve heard nothing that would lead me to think she’s lost any clout. But…something strange is going on. I don’t think your Blue Rock Canyon incident is going to rise very high on the Presidium’s list of priorities right now.

