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!]

that we make sure she’s getting the best possible care; after all that she’s done for us, it’s the

started hitting them with a stick. They didn’t mind that I hit them, but they felt it demonstrated I was stable enough to move around on my

a walking stick at the healers is so out of character I can’t

happened? I’m not sure I

it happened. I’m old,

entire point, old woman. We want to keep you old

a good life. I accomplished more than I ever really expected to. I’m happy to go when my time is

has been unlawfully taken from Royal Road; report any instances of this story if found

aren’t enjoying this trade mission. All this travel?

smiled,

stick around, then. More enjoyable things are

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

Serious matters, eh? You know I like to keep those as far from

wanted to come and meet you ahead of the market opening

has to be, doesn’t it?] I sigh, pushing myself up. [Just how important are these people? Is it the head of the fire brigade? Leader of the local ‘Friends of the Grape’ wine

I don’t think the Eran knows either. I

out

that stuff. The bakers get to work and we have a fine selection of cakes and,

I wasn’t really partial to tea as a human, unless boiling leaves and weeds counts as tea? I think

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 can detect them, then it’s going to be a bad look for us