2 years ago…
=\/= ch'Rihan =\/=
Terrh leaned against the railing as he watched the night sky; above him ch'Havran hovered like a sore brother, its aura more annoying then anything by hiding the stars with its bright glow. "I did fail." He chuckled "Perhaps, I have been too complacent, the Galae has proven more efficient then I would have given them credit for."
"Underestimating the enemy is a sin." Alera brushed her fingers through her golden locks "it seems you are quite the sinner, first Yadalla, and now this failure? They won't give you many more chances." Her tongue swiped over her glossy lips increasing their shine "they are becoming impatient with your lack of progress."
Reaching out Terrh wrapped his long fingers around Alera's thin neck and squeezed "These were minor setbacks, rest assured I will not underestimate the Galae any further, and I will do what I promised." He squeezed tighter gritting his teeth in anger "As for you, do not forget who I am! It is a mistake you will regret next time." Releasing her he stepped back and leaned against the railing "Anyways, I have decided who will pay for this failure."
Coughing Alera sneered at Terrh "Oh and who is that?" she asked hoarsely while massaging her neck.
"tr'Verelan, the meddlesome Khre'Riov." Terrh smirked and pointed up at ch'Havran "the man has more weaknesses then I could have hoped for, a wife, children, and siblings. It is like the Terran holiday…" he paused in thought.
"Christmas?" Alera said filling in the gap.
"Yes, the Terran holiday Christmas. All of them are gifts waiting to be unwrapped." Terrh chuckled "it will be fun."
"Whatever." Alera waved her hand dismissively "They won't care about that, do what you will, but remember another failure and they will no longer tolerate your methods." Turning she started to leave but stopped mid step and turned back "oh yes, I forgot to mention it, the Tal'Shiar has put quite the bounty on your head for that mess over Yadalla. Do not lead them to us; such a mistake will be fatal for you."
Terrh snorted "They already know about us, but it doesn't matter. They'll observe until they feel we are a threat, by the time they decide to make their move they will be too late. As for the bounty, it hasn't become high enough for me to worry."
"Psh." Alera turned and dematerialized.
Turning his gaze to ch'Havran Terrh raised his hand and traced its outline "Poor Khre'Riov"
The Next Day…
=\/= ch'Havran =\/=
Mnheia looked at the new servant with slight reservation "I didn't receive a notice about you mister…"
"Pajek tr'Ulhri, and let me tell you that this is an honor, to work for such a respected household!" Ulhri bowed deeply "I will not disappoint your ladyship."
"Indeed." Mnheia smiled at the flattery and tightened her senatorial robes "Well, I'm sure you have been informed of what needs to be done? My son's wife is ill and staying with us, so you will need to tend to her also. I have duties on ch'Rihan to attend to, but I will return tonight."
"I will make sure a fresh glass of tea and warm fire awaits your return." Ulhri bowed deeper "Is there anything else you request my ladyship?"
"No, no, that is well." Grabbing her bag Mnheia walked out the door and into the waiting flitter; once she was gone Ulhri raised himself and smirked "fool."
Walking into the kitchen he ordered the other servants to handle some menial tasks in the garden, and once they were gone he made a glass of warm tea with an added ingredient. Carefully making his way up the spiraling steps Ulhri entered S'anra t'Verelan's room. Inside the woman was sitting up and speaking with her two young children.
Stroking the hair of her youngest son S'anra looked up at the guest "You are?"
"I am Pajek tr'Ulhri, a temporary servant for the day, they asked me to bring you this?" he motioned to the steaming glass of tea.
S'anra lifted her hand and smiled at her children "Go outside, mother needs to take her medicine."
The children nodded and ran past Ulhri's leg and down the staircase. "Energetic children you have." He smiled.
She nodded "They take after their father."
"Wonderful." Ulhri approached her bed and set the tray across the blankets covering her "Is there anything you will need with the tea?"
"No." She smiled shaking her head "I prefer it plain." Wrapping two fingers through the small handle she lifted the glass to her lips, blew gently causing the steam to flutter away, and then took a sip. "This is diff…" she paused as her eyes widened. "What have…" she dropped the tea glass and knocked the tray onto the floor with a loud crashing sound.
Ulhri stepped back smiling "What have? I can't understand you Madame, is something wrong?"
S'anra clawed at her throat as saliva began to drain through the corners of her lips "Why?" she looked at him as her eyes widened further "Mon…ster" she choked and reached towards him.
"I admire your strength, and determination, however, you won't last much longer. How does it feel?" He leaned forward just a hair length out of her grasp "to die alone?"
Opening her mouth S'anra started to speak, but then just went limp, her hand falling to the floor.
"My, what a mess!" Ulhri bowed before leaving.
