The soundproofed meeting room window reflected the bright visage of a black-haired youth; whether facing ceaseless attempts at assassination or coordinating diplomacy between powerful nations, nothing seemed to alter the confident curve of his smile, or the playful mockery in his laughter.
"We need not fret over the Church's little maneuvers. If His Papal Majesty wishes to play matchmaker between two fiendish rivals, we should let him be busy. Those 'patriotic youths' and 'worried citizens' will deal with our troubles for us."
