In the grand, castle-like gathering hall of the Magus Council, two old Trionians sat in a secluded chamber, speaking in hushed voices.
One was Birna, the head of the Magus Council. The other was Ejen, one of its senior councilmen.
"Are you sure Arlon is telling the truth?" Birna asked, her sharp gaze fixed on Ejen.
"There is no way for me to be certain," Ejen admitted. "The most I can do is ask Shirl, but she might be reluctant to answer."
Birna exhaled slowly, leaning back in her chair. "I see. So, there might be people working with the Keldars among us… What exactly did they say to Shirl?"
Ejen rubbed his temples before answering. "According to Arlon, they told her, 'I bring orders from the Council. You are to return to Kelta immediately for reassignment. Your current duties in Oceina are to be transferred to another administrator.'