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!]

important that we make sure she’s

a

a fed up Enid swinging a walking stick at the

not

it happened. I’m old, Anthony,

want to keep you old

I ever really

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I refuse to believe you aren’t enjoying this trade mission.

she smiled,

More enjoyable things are

me,] she scowls, but I can tell she doesn’t really mean it. [I came over here to discuss a serious matter, not to be coddled by

keep those as far from me as possible.

from the city who wanted to come and meet you ahead of the market opening tomorrow. It’s not really possible for her to deny them, given where we are. Is

these people? Is it the head of the fire brigade? Leader of the local ‘Friends of

she replies, looking a little troubled, [and I don’t think the Eran knows either. I would take them seriously and

roll out

that stuff. The bakers get to work and we have a fine selection of cakes and, of course, the Colony’s finest tea steaming in a self-heating

cup and slice, extra size for my tier seven frame. The tea is delicious, I have to say. I wasn’t really partial to tea as a human, unless boiling leaves and weeds counts as tea?

‘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 for the meeting. If someone who shows up