“Fine, but I have one last question for you,” Killian said. “If you were still angry with me, why did you agree to meet and discuss an alliance?” I paused with my hand on the doorknob. “I was mad at you, and I knew we needed to define our boundaries…but I’m furious with the Night Court for attacking you guys in what was supposed to be neutral territory.” “Ahhhh.” Killian smiled. “Your virtues stirred up righteous indignation, I see.” “What?” “Not to worry. It seems I ought to be thankful to the Night Court for provoking your champion-like tendencies.”
