824 Petulant

"If we're not here to propose amendments, then why were we summoned?" One of the Family Leaders asked in a challenging tone.

"As a courtesy so that you could be the first to learn when the deal was reached. You are not the Coven Leader, nor are you even on the Council. A position of Advisor does not grant the authority to do as you please, not anymore." Reiko insisted.

[I will send for bodyguards for her. Would you like to make wagers on the number of assassination attempts this week?] The Fae Advisor's voice sounded in Wolfe's mind.

He discretely raised four fingers and then flicked them open and closed, pretending to scratch at the stubble of his beard, which he forgot to shave this morning.

[Eight it is. I was thinking three, so we will do closest.] The advisor replied.