Gallus nodded. He had no doubt that there would eventually be a proper confrontation between Ri'vashi and her fellow council member, but it was good to hear that things were going smoothly for now. The last thing they needed was an unstable authority in the clanhome.

As for Ri'vashi's offer, Gallus seemed slightly surprised, but after a second found no reason not to agree. "Of course," he said lightheartedly, "I think we've been working hard for so long that I've forgotten to sit back and just make small talk." He gave a proper smile this time. "It would be a pleasure, clan leader."