"My help with what, exactly?" The Council Elder tilted her head to the side, trying to make sense of the charade played in front of her face.
'In her shoes, I would never call me. I'd ask Faluel, Fyrwal, maybe even Raagu before coming to me.' Jiza thought.
"I'm certain you are aware that a bounty has been put on Lady Verhen's head." Jirni said, receiving a nod to continue. "I have reason to believe that the instigator comes from the Awakened community but I have no reach there and my daughters have no talent for politics.
"With your assistance, however, I can find and eliminate the threat. By helping me you would also be helping yourself since you'd gain the gratitude of both the Brood and the Nest. A fair trade, if you ask me."
"Oh, I see." Jiza blinked a few times in understanding. "You called me here because you suspect me being the instigator. You wanted to study my reaction upon hearing that the Phoenix and Dragon bloodlines are on my alleged tail.
