Sterling's eyes traveled over all the faces in the room. He had devised a foolproof way to test the loyalty of his newly formed council and weed out anyone being deceitful or disloyal.
It was a test they must all pass before he would disclose any of his plans.
If any of the council information were spilled or leaked, it would ruin his strategy to keep Faye out of the hands of the inquisition tribunal.
He addressed everyone around the council table.
"To be sure of your loyalty and to protect the secret's that will be discussed among this council. You will all swear an oath and sign the pact in blood along with my own."
The Duke's crimson, razor-sharp eyes, roamed the room, looking into the faces gathered, each of them understanding the serious nature of what was occurring.
"Know you are putting your life on the line with me. It will be the only way to remain in the council. You will also swear that you are not a spy."
