Rising Horizons

Oh my. Rhazien hadn’t expected Kaino to lash out at Aurelia so quickly - though, he should have seen it coming, given how bold the little Sidi had become. If she weren’t Sephiran’s Sidi, she would have been fed to the pack a long time ago, despite Rhazien’s infatuation with her. Her only saving grace, was the Sultan's delusion of love he believed to have for her.

Kaino turns her attention to him, devoting herself to increased patrols. Nodding, he flashes her a pleased smile- lips contorting into a wide smirk, a single brow furrowing above a bi-colored eye. Her comment on The Wall and the increased number of bears is a beneficial one, and Rhazien agrees. “The Wall is a powerful piece in our puzzle.” He says, nodding to Kaino. “Both for protection and for knowledge.” He turns back to the group. Aresenn mentions Absinth’s ravens, and Rhazien builds on that. “The birds will add The Wall to their patrols- Sephiran already expressed interest in that. Rouges must pass through the wall to enter the North. We will know who enters, and who leaves.” Besides the Armada, it was the Syndicate who lived in the North. And, not just rouges could be accounted for, but armies if they were to be invaded. It was a beneficial landmark indeed.

The hunters could address the competing predators. Rhazien nodded to Aresenn to agree. And, to the mention of the Armada, well. That was also a lingering concern on Rhazien’s mind. “As of right now, neutrality is the established standing between The Syndicate and the Armada.” He says, giving Aresenn insight into how his meeting with the Warlord went. “I will be returning to discuss any future arrangements between the kingdoms- but for now, we focus on expanding.” Sephrian wanted more land to dominate - greedy bastard he was - he wasn’t too concerned with politics at the moment. He left that up to Rhazien, but, wanting to appease their Sultan, the older Saxe was focusing his attention on making the expansion a success.

Aurelia speaks up again, spewing venomous insults and bitter taunts. Rhazien looks at her, his head cocking slightly to the side as he tries to decipher what the hell she was doing. “You are dismissed.” Was all Rhazien would say. And if she refused to leave, he would call for the Sultan to physically remove her. Which he knew Sephiran would enjoy.

Turning back to Kaino and Aresenn, the crowned betas of the pack, Rhazien concludes the meeting. “The Sparse Pines will be a great addition to our kingdom.” He says, knowing they will agree, based on their points and concerns. The benefits greatly outweighed the risks. Sephiran would be pleased.

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