That devastatingly swift mind again, already three steps into the plan while I was still coming to grips with the prospect of this journey. I glanced at Tared, who nodded, and then back at Creon, who aimed his gaze at the colourful arrangements on the map without another word. Only his hands moved in his lap, out of view from the others around the table— Sure about this? My heart gave a little twinge. ‘Yes.’
