Chess, Not Checkers

He shook the image of Zee free from his thoughts, concentrating instead on the boy before him. “I’m sure he is” he said in agreement to Ulric. The man had seemed likable the few times they had talked. He wasn’t Resin or Tamsyn, but Sirius saw no reason not to continue their alliance.

“Venom has pledged her son Kuroki to my training, and Briar will be in attendance” he agreed. However… He sighed. “I’m still waiting for Habari and Abaven to give their agreement and send a wolf. It may well be a smaller programme than I had initially hoped.” he explained. He glanced over at Art as they hurried into the barracks. “Our allies have been rather quiet of late.” He was just setting down his supplies when the sound of rain pelting on the roof above began. “I believe you mentioned wine?” he prompted, seating himself on the cool floor.


"Sirius Fatalis"