Book 2 Chapter 37

In the shadows of a dimly lit room two figures were conversing with each other as equals. Concealing their actions, connections, and plans even from their closest of friends and allies.

"MMM!"

"Guess I shouldn't be surprised. That woman has always loathed my family."

"Is this something we should be worried about?"

"I don't believe it will be an issue. Even if she does ally herself to The Black Guard it's still a single city and largely uninhabited territory."

"Hmm even if it's known to be uninhabited that's still a gap of the unknown. Each unexplored acre is another possibility of things impeding our plan."

"I do have some contacts in that area. I've already sent a messenger to them."

"MM!"

"Good.. If you think everything is still within our margin of error then we shall proceed as planned."

One silhouette faded away in the blink of an eye.

"HAHA. This is going to be perfect! I wonder how Aldous will react to this