The pieces of the puzzle began to fall into place in Lyle's mind. Ishtamar's rushed and risky plan to confront the four powerful individuals tomorrow was driven by his fear of the empire's intervention. The empire had somehow wronged him or threatened his objectives, which had made him take such drastic action. Lyle needed to find out more about this and the nature of the empire's involvement.
With the necromancer by his side, Lyle continued to act as a peak Silver Knight while they left the hideout and returned to the surface. The necromancer's knowledge was invaluable, but there were still many unknowns and risks involved in the upcoming confrontation.
Back on the streets of Zione, Lyle concealed the necromancer's presence and questioned him further as they made their way towards the city's center.
"What do you know about the nature of the empire's involvement in Ishtamar's plans? Has he received any direct threats from them?"
