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!]

a few times. It’s important that we make sure she’s getting the best possible care; after all that she’s done for us, it’s

treated like an invalid,] she shudders. [Those healers wouldn’t let me walk unaided until I 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

stick at the healers

happened? I’m not sure

happened. I’m old,

point, old woman. We want to keep

a good life. I accomplished more than I ever really

Road; report any instances of this

mission. All this travel? Admit it, you’re having a

smiled, [it’s

stick around, then. More enjoyable

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

like to keep

meet you ahead of

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

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

Better roll out the

help of Cobalt to get things looking presentable. A nice table is put in place, chairs, all that stuff. The bakers get to

and slice, extra size for my tier seven frame. The tea is delicious, I have to say. I

so they may as well be around. I also take the unusual step of demanding that Protectant and her twenty be visible for the