Chance meeting

"I'm here mainly to witness the rebirth of our Prophetess." He said still smiling. "Something that I might not be able to experience again in my lifetime." He said looking around at the crowds. "Most have traveled here when news of her death spread through the Septs hoping to catch a glimpse of Her new incarnation. Before the majority returns to our own Wandering of the desert." He sipped his wine enjoying its rich velvety undertones of cherry, oak and smoke.

"But I have other interests in the city. War is a nasty business but there is always coin to be made when men decide to raise armies." His eyes glittered with mirth.

"I am Izil, son of Izdärasen, leader of the Edast Sept." He said touching his fingertips to his heart and forehead in formal greeting. He lifted his glass.
"To change meetings on the road..." He offered.

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