and I fear that the Morrigu's evil web extends beyond her apparent death. Cathal and I have never come to blows before and I fear our close bond of trust has been damaged by the event's of the last few days. However, he knows the value of honor and loyalty and I know that I can count on him to comply with my request.

Now, the hard part. How am I going to evict Tadgh from Dunn Seannachaidh. If I move tonight, he will push for a meeting of the Derbfine to question my ability to rule. If I wait, he will simply move in and take over and I will be but a puppet ruler to his twisted plans. Either way, I must act so I choose to act tonight. I will move to remove him from the Dunn and take the timem to prepare my argument in the council meeting.

It is a wretched life I lead this night.