The Burden of Influence

The Burden of Influence is the fifty-ninth chapter of Tales of Sheol'gotha:  Shadow of the Abaddon.

Synopsis
Sharess returns to her room at last with the intent of resting, but as she enters her room she is made aware of a figure there who addresses her. Maragal Margarn presents himself, suggesting that they enter into discussion together in order to facilitate their mutual needs.

Sharess is reluctant, though he claims that she has a weaker position, and without warning a second figure comes up behind her and disarms her. Sharess is quick to act, firing spells at the pair and establishing herself as the dominant presence. She addresses Maragal regarding his threats, but it is quickly made apparent that it is his companion who is in charge, and she introduces herself as Ilyssa Kir, Red Hunter and Third Blade of the Assassin's Guild.

Sharess is made the offer of the guild's resources in return for Valon's cooperation with the guild's intents, and Sharess reluctantly agrees. Ilyssa and Maragal choose to leave to pursue Valon next, disappearing out of Sharess' window and into the dark.

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