Thanks, Fleur. I shall try to come and help you, but I can't promise anything, which is why I rely on you so much. Be careful. Aaaand... If he's around, try to get a hold on Roberto. As a flambeau warrior, he may know a think or two about diedne, should this lead prove fruitful.
Soon after her discussion with Antoine, the Spider briefly accosts Carmen.
Carmen, my dear, if you have a moment?
A recent conversation with young Antoine made me realize that we are sorely understaffed. Several Masters have left us, and their absence is being felt, most notably the dragonkin.
As I see it, covenant management is now down to you, Solomon, Vocis and I. We need a Herald, we need an Artifex, and, most of all, we need a Marshall.
Now, I know our journeymen have only been there for a couple of years, and I would normally be the first to advocate for patience and restreint. But some of them have shown their willingness to be a part of this Covenant. She smiles wryly. We should reward them with greater duties. Not all of them, mind you. We can use this to shake things up a little, get some emulation and competition going between our junior members, show them they can earn our respect and trust.
I think it's time to open the ranks a little.