Be careful how much you learn about those men, though. They have many ears, even in here, and if you want to know about their foundation, someone will report that to them.” “Not you, though?” said Keturah. “What do you think?” said Sigrid, staring out at the bridge. She put more wood on the fire. “But someone will.” “I doubt it matters. I’m no threat to them or the stability of the country,” observed Keturah. “It does matter,” said Sigrid. “They are an organisation of almost unlimited power and jealousy, entirely separate from the law. Sometimes I think the Academy is too reserved. Nobody asks
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