"Arhak, I wish to meet Enkansh."
The guard shifted uneasily. "The siren that attacked you?"
"We were play fighting," Syryn replied. "Has everyone at the palace heard about the incident?"
"Yes. The siren has been detained in his room. Punishment was meted out. He won't be allowed food or freedom till the hour of repentance passes."
Syryn felt kind of bad for Enkansh.
"Is he allowed to have visitors?"
"It would be unwise, honoured guest."
"Please address me by my name. And why is it unwise to visit Enkansh?"
The guard hesitated.
"Speak your mind freely, Arhak."
"There are many eyes on his door. If you are seen visiting him immediately after the fight between the two of you, some might take advantage of the situation."
The mage digested the guard's warning. He had the King's protection so it could only mean that Enkansh alone would get into further trouble if his enemies spun new tales for the palace ears.
