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Rendezvous
While publicly disavowed by the Royal Guard, the Interceptors in Toltaire are nevertheless a very real counterintelligence force in the capital city. The fact that so little is known about them is a testament to the Interceptors’ efficacy.
—From Seats of Power: Toltaire
The moment the ceremony ended, Ashlyn’s tenuous smile retreated, and she grabbed Cade’s arm. “We have to hurry.”
Cade nodded. She could not believe he had done it. She hastened him through the crowd, leaving behind a wake of stares and whispers. They collected his casters and their coats from the storekeeper and headed out through the busy courtyard.
Outside were Elon’s carriages. They would most certainly be followed by Interceptors, the elite royal military unit integrated into the city’s expansive spy
