It was then that Itias finally noticed our presence, at the top of the stands.

- And you are... ? Itias continued scornfully.

"You are early, I am delighted," said Linéas.

"I'm glad to see you," I replied, saluting him.

- I asked a question ! Itias gasped, very annoyed at being ignored.

"My name is Sahiane," I said patiently. Supreme Councilor Linéas came to find me so that I accepted the post of head of the order formed.

- And what's your name ? she hissed.

- I do not have a name, just Sahiane ...

- So, she's an orphan! A bastard that nobody wanted to adopt, who dares to deprive me of my due! she spat contemptuously.

- That's right, Miss Minaos. And nothing you can say will call into question my decision, Linéas asserted before I could say anything.

"My father will not allow it," she hissed, flip-flopping.

"The whole influence of your father can not help it either, not even the high king.

We heard a murmur escape from the teeth of Itias, I understood only the words: "My father ..., members of the Alliance".

- I myself have strong support within the Alliance, certainly more than your father's. Now I want you to leave this place, unless you want to pick up the furniture again, which would upset me more, "he added caustically.

Itias left the room, angry and mad with rage. The other counselor, who had remained silent, finally opened his mouth.

- Linéas, see, you can not send Miss Minaos like that! His father is very influential, and he is the author of many gifts.

- I do not see where the problem is.

"He is very fond of his daughter and what you have just told him, this categorical refusal without explanation. It could hurt you, "the man continued, shocked.

- I think you overestimate the influence of this child on his father. Calâas is an old friend and the wealth he has accumulated may have turned his head to his daughter, but that is not his case. He trusts me and will accept my decision. Now, put a little order, please. Our next guests should not be late. Will you help us, ladies?

- Yes of course.