Aiden smirked, noting the subtle power Edik wielded. Watching from the shadows, he could sense that Edik's words carried more weight than simple caution; he was subtly calling each head to prove their loyalty.
Lady Durnham, unable to stay silent, crossed her arms. "Perhaps we should search each district, prioritize inspections, and assign joint patrols. This will allow us to monitor for any suspicious movement."
"An efficient plan," Lord Valros agreed. "Yet, if I may suggest, perhaps each head should oversee another family's district. It would keep the process unbiased."
Edik nodded thoughtfully, a faint glint of approval in his eyes. "Precisely what I had in mind, Valros."
Master Edran narrowed his eyes, clearly displeased. "And if one of us should uncover something in another district, would it not imply a lack of trust? Each family should be capable of policing their own."
