Maur-Azur nodded sagely at Kisara's words, though her barely even glanced at Kersinta.<br/><br/>"Then it seems I have her to thank for your presence. She will be rewarded after being returned to the surface, I suppose. As for what now....your greatest obstacle will be the Dragon-Blooded, both the pair of crooks who call themselves the Kings and the watchdogs of the Realm. They will crush or destroy anything that threatens their dominion, as you are no doubt aware. You must ask yourselves, are you ready to start a war?"<br/><br/>But that is in the future. For now, you are due a taste of the luxury that is your birthright. Avail yourself of my palace for tonight. Name a pleasure, and anything you ask for shall be yours."<br/><br/>He glanced over to Wavecrest and Talion as they whispered, giving him a knowing glance.<br/><br/>"And I do mean,<em>anything</em>."<br/><br/>"Father!" said Wavecrest with a coquettish giggle. She rose from the table, tugging on Talion's sleeve.