"Meesei found us, one by one," Fendros said through a mouthful. He swallowed before continuing. "Most of the time shortly after we were each turned. It seemed like chance, for me anyway. However, apparently Hircine guided her. I don't doubt it, with all that's happened since."

Janius gave a quiet acknowledgement to Jo'rashaad. As he chewed his breakfast, he wondered for a moment whether he should broach further. The topic of turning sounded sensitive enough that it was obvious to avoid, but Janius still had some curiosity left.

"What did you do before you were turned, S'ajira?" Janius asked.