Seven Stones: Part Sixty-Four
Previously on Seven Stones: Kobb and Anessa obtain the formal vestments needed to infiltrate the Duke’s hunting preserve. As Kobb prepares to read the lesson at the dusk service, they discover that the Duke will be present in the congregation.
Kobb straightened his shoulders. Failing to give the reading would draw attention, potentially more than standing in front of the altar. Whatever the Duke’s reasons for attending, the best course was to carry on and deal with the consequences. That didn’t mean not taking some precautions though. “Keep your eyes lowered until the service is over. No cause to make it easy for the watchers.”
“Maybe we don’t have to sneak around.” Anessa leaned in close. “If we offer to bless the Tan-Sorda, we can go straight in.”
“Lady Semithros isn’t likely to rely on a single plan. Having the Order publicly support him gives the Duke an advantage. Even if none of the watchers recognises us, they might act if the Duke heads for the preserve with a Reverend. And if we did get there, disappearing in front of the Duke himself will cause my Order issues.” Kobb gave Anessa a small smile. “It’s a good thought, but politics is rarely about good thoughts; that’s one reason I travel so much.”
