Chrysalis

As a representative of the Colony, the Eldest became an invaluable asset over time. With their unique ability to speak to anyone and hold the family’s interest at the forefront of their mind, the Eldest was a fearsome negotiator.

In many ways, they became the weapon of choice for the Colony in our diplomatic efforts. A stable presence, who never lost sight of the main goal, and who could overwhelm others with the sheer force of their monstrous presence.

Of course, as time passed, it became almost impossible for them to rise high enough in the Dungeon to speak with other representatives, but the Eldest was always willing to serve the family, despite the pain.

That is why we repay them in kind. Regardless of the pain.

- From the private notes of Diplomant.

[Anthony?]

[Hey there, Enid. I thought you were going for a nap?]

The old woman huffs, her hands on her hips as she glares up at me.

[Just because you tell me to go and sleep, doesn’t mean I will. Do you seriously think you’re the boss of me?]

[I wouldn’t dare. However, it does sound like you might be in need of a full medical….]

She draws back in horror, eyes darting to the dark corners of my warehouse.

[You wouldn’t!]

really that bad?] I ask, amused. She’s been abducted by the healers a few times. It’s important that we make sure she’s getting the best possible

wouldn’t let me walk unaided until I started hitting them with a stick.

Enid swinging a walking stick at the

not sure I believe

it happened. I’m old, Anthony,

woman. We want to keep

life. I accomplished more than I ever really expected to. I’m happy

been unlawfully taken from Royal Road; report any instances of

believe you aren’t enjoying this trade mission.

am,] she smiled,

around, then. More enjoyable things

it. [I came over here to discuss a serious matter, not

know I like to keep

you ahead of the market opening tomorrow. It’s not really possible for her to deny them, given where we

Is it the head of the fire brigade? Leader of the local ‘Friends of the Grape’ wine society? Or…

the Eran knows either. I would take them seriously and be on your best manners,

out

get things looking presentable. A nice table is put in place, chairs, all that stuff. The bakers get to work and we have a fine selection of cakes

say. I wasn’t really partial to tea as a human, unless boiling leaves and

They’re ‘guardians of the sanctum’ or whatever, so they may as well be around. I also take the unusual step of demanding that Protectant and her twenty be visible