“Have you collected enough support for the arrival?” a deep voice asked. “We believe so. Our plant has a certain charm about him, and he has encouraged many to host more. Between his work and our roots, we are prepared for twenty, if not more.” “Excellent, nicely done.” “Unfortunately, Herschel wouldn’t fall for the story, and with his wife behind bars, he is more suspicious than ever.” “We can forget about him, then. Lady Lavinia was useful to us, but he never was. It does not matter. The Hand will be pleased to have so many new recruits in the ranks. And to be able to free up the Key to
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