Gathered in the conference hall, the task force found themselves doing some light social drinking. It was all they could do without any orders during such a sudden development. Apart from Lambier, who left to gather intel before Hurman left with Kuldar and Oli, everyone had to wait until they had orders to fulfill.
Nearby, the members of the Practor Family sat down to welcome their newest member.
Lyle smiled and bowed his head to the young man. "It's a pleasure to have you join us, Trenk. I understand that the circumstances weren't ideal for you or the Forells. However, we're still glad to have you in the Practor family, regardless of whether you hit it off with my niece."
"Uncle Lyle…" Melinda grumbled, giving him an intimidating glare.
