Seek and... (L 1.1)

"No, no. You did the right thing. Better to be cautious and alive than to take unnecessary risks, mate." I clap him on the shoulder. "That's a fine idea. Why don't you take charge of the sale. Nobody has business savvy like you do, eh?" I turn west, away from the Tower. "I had another vison. Poseidon's again." I turn my neck towards him and remove my goggles, giving him a knowing look. "She seems to always be the focal point of my visions, Merlin. I think the Gray Wing needs her. Maybe for us; maybe for the city...I don't know why...she seems to be some sort of catalyst for what's coming."

I tilt my head back, eyes closed. I can feel the constant sea breeze lash against my cheekbones, my throat. I sigh deeply, and continue, "I told Shrike to meet us there, after she sees the kid. But I don't want another fight. I'll just take Mynah and Kestrel. The three of us should manage to stay out of any petty squabbles. You're in charge back at the Roost. Mind if I take your ski, brother?"

"A date night is long overdue and free childcare is not something to take for granted." I slap him on the back in good humor. "Appreciate it, mate. Tell Javan and Zeph that they can still go out tonight, just not to the Belly." Not that Zephyr will mind trailing Merlin around. The daft girl has been in love with Merlin since she was sixteen. Must be the beard that makes him look twice her age. In truth, my lieutenant is in his mid-thirties, but life is rough and the violence, not to mention consrantly living near the water, has aged us all. Maybe not them that's in the Towers. Soft bastards.

I wave to my friend and ride over to fetch the other two elder Talons for a night out on the town.

Litch, please go here.

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