Almun FaShazzad:Act3

An Evening at the Ball

Enter the protagonists, veiled in disguise.

I must admit, I appreciated the irony of our means of infiltrating the Ambassadorial Ball. I particularly enjoyed Diamond's approach. The sheer audacity of entering a party as oneself uninvited will warm my thoughts for weeks.

From the experience, I have learned many things. The first is that the members of the Wyld Hunt are, while quickly obeyed, not quickly accepted as friends. I wonder if the position leads to such isolation, or merely such people tend toward the work. Suffice to say I feel a measure of pity for the Ledaal Quans of Creation. It is certainly not the life I would choose for myself. Still, for quick, unquestioned demands, the role serves its purpose.

There were a number of figures of interest at the event. In particular, I was intrigued by the Immaculate monk who graced the event. Something seems different about him. Perhaps I shall investigate him after the party. I noticed also that Kestrel found himself a lovely forest nymph to share company with. Of course, even in the desert lands, the nights can get so cold. *chuckles* I shall wish my brother well in his pursuit.

Oh, but we must speak of the General!