The Fire and The Storm - The Nexus of Kellaran #2 novel Chapter 75

Part 13

“We believe the stone is genuine.” she reported. “We will agree to what you’ve proposed. It seems to offer only benefits for us. But we want more than your oaths on the stone. We want every leader and spell caster among your people to also swear to the same terms on the stone, particularly the two who you say rule these islands; Prince Mark and Princess Talia of Hilia; Keys to The Just Alliance.”

“I’m reasonably certain that we can arrange that.” Reggie nodded. “Shall we hold the swearing here at noon tomorrow? We’ll arrange a nice occasion with some entertainment and a feast for everyone. We should have every member of our people and every member of yours all meet here to get to know one another and to swear the oath together.

“Is that agreeable to you?”

“Yes.” She agreed. “Such an event would be fitting on this occasion.”

“You look disappointed.” another elder female said to Helemia.

“Sorry.” she shrugged. “It all just seems a little too easy. There’s a part of me that was hoping you’d fight about it.”

“Why?”

Helemia shrugged again, and grinned. “It would’ve been fun.”

Her questioner looked surprised for a moment, then she and a few of her companions chuckled. “A thought worthy of a Sylvan.” one of them commented.

“Noon tomorrow then.” the spokeswoman stated in conclusion, and their Projection ended.

“Spread the word about the agreement and the big gathering tomorrow to all the recruits.” Reggie instructed Karzog. “If the officers we were instructing finish all their assignments before we get back, put them back on the construction details for now.”

“Actually, their supper will be served in less than five minutes.” Karzog reported as he considered the cooking crew’s progress. “You can resume the officers’ training in the morning.”

“Right.” Reggie nodded. “We’re off to talk to our parents and make arrangements for the gathering here tomorrow. Hopefully we’re not in trouble for over-reaching our authority in the agreements we’ve just committed our people to.”

“I’ll be listening.” Karzog chuckled. “I can spare the concentration, and I wouldn’t want to miss it if you get chewed by your parents!”

He looked down the beach as he made another assessment. “All right, everyone wrap up your work for the night, then line up for supper!” he commanded, his booming psionic voice reaching all the Sylvan within their Wards.

“We should be back in time to help supervise the evening’s merry-making.” Reggie estimated. “By the time they’re done eating, that is.”

“Right.” Karzog nodded, somewhat distracted, and the three children Translocated.

They found their parents sitting around a table out in the front yard, doing some research with Theramin, Hilsith, Nek Sibook, and Mandri.

“Have you been listening, or would you like a Reading?” Helemia asked as suddenly as they appeared.