Memory

Myriad Reality

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New arrivals are an indicator of change, but I agree. As for some of our longtime enemies, they are watched closely, enough where most of their movement and actions are slowed. It helps when they do not know that they have been infiltrated for a long time.

@Zealz

*Nods*
And I presume there continues to be no indication of compromise among our own?

Myriad Reality

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There are some that I have eliminated myself as the chaos of the Balkan System allowed for an opportunistic approach. As for some of the others, they are being monitored. A new problem has arose being the Amaranthine, a infectious hive-like force that derives from an unknown location. I believe you have made contact with an individual that is a source of the problem.

@Zealz

New arrivals are less of a concern than ancient players on the board. No gain in becoming too eager.

Myriad Reality

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Already building an extensive profile involving her.
*looking at you*
Understandable.

@Zealz

What have you observed regarding our long-standing enemies? Has any significant status changed?

Myriad Reality

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Of course, I will.
*flips the last page*
I don’t know if you’ve kept up with Gajeel’s wife, but she has become extremely successful with her magic. If you were to consider contractor status I recommend doing it with her. Her obsession with her magical studies and skills keeps her busy, though that is a wise decision.
*leans back, after closing the book*
Gajeel and Levy’s daughter… I would like to see her among our ranks, though she does not seem interested. As expected.

@Zealz

We wouldn’t be at a loss of magic specialists without her. Perhaps her involvement could be limited to consultation...
*Closes my eyes, thinking it through*
Collect data on her research, projects, and skillset overlap with other Tier Fives. As it stands, I have no inclination to employ their daughter in any capacity.

Myriad Reality

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That trouble was mine as well, I had to clean up their mess.
*sighs*
I ask you read over these files on them, at least. I know you will be able to see why I chose these two for them. Though, if you do not want to continue just yet, let me know and I will deal with them.
*looks back at the book I am reading*
Your niece seems to stay busy with trouble even without being apart of Tier Five.

@Zealz

*Opens the files and flips through the details*
Calling her family may be too generous. If her trouble would ripple up to Gajeel and Levy, you’ll need to intervene. I had considered contractor status for one of them, but instead chose to prepare for their daughter to become a distraction.

Myriad Reality

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And enemies there are,
*taps on the folders*
There are two heads and their lieutenants of opposing factions that have potential to disrupt our control. These could be great opportunities to have Grace and Gajeel pair up and better utilize their skills and abilities. After that first attempt, I realized that they need more time to work together and synergize. They are both an unstoppable force and immovable object.

@Zealz

Who can hardly stand each other.
*Rests my face on my fist*
Do you know the trouble those two have caused me? Opportunities to work out their disagreements would be useful if they can prove to cooperate.

Myriad Reality

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First of all, most of the being who attempted to take control have abandoned their goal but are closely supervised. Though there are a select few who stil have desire to create their own system. Some of which you may have encountered or are familiar to you. One of whom is in contact with your son. I will return to that later.
*slides you some documents an two folders along some data disks*
The discs within contain the data that details the “participants” of the Balkan System and is organized by active and inactive. Sreig Custos and Spirit Blitz have been great assets in keeping things in control, as their values are in line with ours and the would be considered allies.

@Zealz

*Nods*
As you predicted, the human boy did prove useful in cementing this System, and he did not make himself a problem during the final push. However, the System changes include the unfortunate side effect of emboldening enemies of Tier Five. Be on guard.

Myriad Reality

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That is reassuring. I do need to take breaks every so often.
*pulls out a couple of folders from my cloak*
Maybe I can stop by while you are recovering to keep you company and catch up?

@Zealz

Of course, let’s hear your updates.

Myriad Reality

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*moves my chair closer to you*
it has been some time since we’ve had time to sit and talk.

@Zealz

We should have more flexibility now that the clock has stopped.

Myriad Reality

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I have you to thank for that, fundamentally.

@Zealz

Along with the strength you’ve developed on your own.
*Waves you over*
Come, have a drink if you’d like. We have much to discuss.