It was the war Gaius suspected. A war of treason and spies, where the very people you knew could be the enemy. Gaius was not used to this type of war, but he was a smart man, which made him a talented strategist who used psychology to his advantage. Knowing the enemy's mind was his weapon. Unfortunately this was an enemy he knew far less than the barbarians and warriors of other kingdoms.<br/><br/>"I am ready. If I do this, I feel a light touch is in order, or we may never catch those who are against you." He breathed in deep to think for a moment. He had a few ideas, but one stood out as the best solution. "I suggest you bring Commander Talus with you, making it less suspect that I suddenly take over command. After my soldiers rest, I will leave most of my legion to guard the walls as usual, and I will take only some of my most trusted men, and some of our Wolf soldiers." Gaius' chest rose in pride. The wolves were the best division he had, and could rely on them completely to go behind enemy lines and get a job done. "They are the shadows and the assassins. They will know how to protect your queen and sons, and I will use them from time to time. Some may be undercover, while others may gather intelligence."<br/><br/>He looked over his shoulder to the Queen who was resting quietly in her seat. She was a kind woman, and very elegant, yet it seemed to Gaius that perhaps she would be able to hold herself in a fight. Still, she needed protection, and he was the right person for it. "Your family will be safe as long as I am here, I give you my pledge as a General and a loyal servant to your rule."