"Proper etiquette before murdering me? How surprising, Vincentius."
Harpax hid his fear behind a sneer, trying to win enough time for the other participants to reach him. He had sensed their odd movement a while back and concluded that they wanted to confront his brother.
I should thank my good fortune, but that would be too hasty. My brother was never the patient type, but... his flow is too erratic. It's not as strong as before... maybe due to the method he used to conceal his power? There's no telling what he might do in these circumstances.
"I thought the Earl acknowledged my wish to depart from Caesanctum. He even bid me farewell."
Vincentius raised his head, his dark-red curls fluttering in the wind.
