[The Garden] Praeceptor of the Reliquiae

[Helena]

They had discussed the nominations, and Helena was in accord. Though she noted the shift in Nox’s posture when Zephyr Lelantos’ name was spoken. The Consul was the cleanest choice to represent the Custody, and Helena was more than passing familiar with Daniil. The nepotism would not go unnoticed, she was sure, but Myshelov’s son was a savant. And DuBois’ ignominious beginnings balanced the books somewhat. “I am in agreement,” she said smoothly, with the haughty tones of one who had been born into power.