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Once the horses are settled, I head for my cabin. By this point, Aldred’s had enough time to create a counter-move for tonight’s dinner with Reperio demons. After all, he’s still pushing for that betrothal contract and I haven’t signed.
The man does not give up.
Once I arrive home, I fully expect to find a messenger waiting for me with a summons to my parent’s tent. More quality time with Aldred. That’s not exactly what happens.
Instead, none other than Minister Jali waits by my door.
Interesting.
As the Minister of Alliances for Horus, Jali is the my last step in finalizing my anti-Acca treaty. So far, Jali’s been unavailable. His granddaughter Rashida remains ill. With any luck, the fact that he’s here means the little girl is feeling better.
I open my mouth, ready to wish Jali
