Maxis watched from the darkness, not really paying any attention to what was being said, but listening at the same time. He wasnt ignorant or fool hardy, but had no interest the the politics. He was a killer, nothing more and nothing less. He tried to hide his displeasure at being there when Lord Dracosi spoke to him in his mind, but he failed, as he always does at that.<br/><br/>"Yes, M'Lord."<br/><br/>Was all he sent back to the ruler of the house, knowing it would suffice. In reality, Maxis could only think of one reason why he would be summoned so specifically to a council meeting....one of the ancients was meant to be an example to the others, someone was going to die. He didnt really care who, part of him hoped it was Kara, though he might not win that fight he couldnt help but be eager at the opportunity.<br/><br/>Maxis noticed one of the new ancients searching the shadows, as if looking for someone. Could she possibly have known he was there? She obviously couldnt find him, but even having the where-with-all to know something was lurking showed great skill. Only Lord Dracosi and Kara were powerful enough to sense Maxis, this only intrigued him further about the new recruits.<br/><br/>Even while the thoughts went thru his head, his body was moving into the best possible position to do the task he knew was coming. His instincts guided him to within quick striking distance of nearly every ancient, just waiting for the order. His muscles  tingled with the anticipation of doing what they relished the most, bringing death.