Chapter 44

"It matters not, because...Avalon has turned on itself. With the Prince gone, granted he was a horrible leader. But that's what Avalon was used to. Laws, regulations. (Singing) But place a new face in the midst of war and watch the inner turmoil implode them all. We will strike within three days, and I guarantee Avalon shall fall."

"Three days won't make a difference. We can round up tonight."

"Are you challenging me, Drago? Insolence I hear in you. Rejoice with me, it is your only option."

Lord Quinn stalks over to the other half of the Palioxis ruby placed on his nightstand. Phallic in appearance. Drago looks on coolly, falling apart internally. Lord Quinn hovers his hand over it slightly as a burst of scarlet emerges. Drago's chest now flashing red.

"I allowed you to humiliate my family. I granted you access to all. Do not question my word. In seventy-two hours...all will burn."

Meanwhile in Avalon,