#shadowdflame

       he had felt entirely useless in the panic. what good was he against a fire ? the king himself had thrown himself at the mercy of the flames. markas had merely watched, doing his best to calm those around him. was it cowardice , or more a recognition of his present limitations ? he dared not ruminate too long on the answer. a familiar face registered in the midst of the crowd. CASSIAN MARBRAND. he was an excellent man to have in a crisis. markas approached , lowering his voice. there was much to uncover.