[b]Siris Burke kicks open the doors to the throne room, the axe of the Royal Aegis meeting his neck with a bolting speed, but halting before blood can be drawn.[/b] "Milady, we have an issue." "Do tell us that it isn't Luciana again? Her experiments always seem to end up working with a catch of some sort." "There is a force approximately the size of ours and with just as much strength, if not greater." "Sir Burke. You must've known that such brash action will gain you no authority in my court." "I understand that, Milady, but something must be done. I've prepared the expedition; we're ready to march on your command." "And set fire to every obstacle that stand in your way? The smoke from all those bodies will let them know you're coming before you even cross territories, and the city gates get stuck an awful lot..." [b]Siris glares at the guest in the palace.[/b] "Feeling better yet?" "Almost. I figured I'd tag along, just to jump back into things. Besides, I can't let you have all the fun by yourself; that's a crime in itself." "And to think half the twats in this kingdom missed you..." "Silence. Both of you. Siris, if you believe this threat to be credible, take your expedition and crush it before it can take flight. And take your associate with you; she's in need of a welcome-home party." "Oh? I thought I already got one, but no matter." "Ugh... We'll get it done." [b]The two Guardsmen leave, and the Aegis returns to it's post.[/b] "Mr. Clarke. Send word that there are contracts for any assassins who wish to serve their Lord." "right away, Milady."