"It is impressive that you have created an empire of your own!" Rahnid remarked with a hint of admiration, "We can make a good alliance. With you serving the Order and its interest!"
"There's more to know, especially when I join your side. I paused, considering the proposal, " I would like to reconsider before accepting your terms."
Rahnid's eyes narrowed slightly, betraying a flicker of impatience. Beneath his composed exterior, I sensed a deeper motive driving his offer. The prospect of an alliance was only the beginning; there was more to his agenda.
"Very well, let's resume the proposal some other time!" Rahnid gave me time to decide about the matter.
I exited Rahnid's room and saw Ahshad patiently waiting with his book. It was a small booklet that had a brown cover. I approached him and told him about our meeting.
"It's not a good choice to make Rahnid wait." Ahsad continued, "I can sense caution in your actions, and you earned my respect."
