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“That is good news. And maybe some answers.”

“Maybe,” he allowed. “But still no sign of Tatra and Arnaud. However, the inter-realm task force we’ve set on this is using the intel gathered on those we know were involved, are involved, and who we suspect involvement, and they’re painting a picture of what we’re up against.”

“Let me guess. A return to the old ways.”

He nodded once. “Deep traditionalist ties. We’ve always kept watch on these groups, but we’re keeping a closer watch and making moves to infiltrate as many of them as we can.”

He also couldn’t see my grouchy face, but I knew he could feel my vibe when he went on.

“Slow and steady, Catty.”

Whatever.

“Any news on Monique?” I asked.

His hand at my waist slid around to my back so he could pull me closer.

“None. No sightings. Nothing,” he said carefully. “But we have thoroughly investigated her and her spa.”

“And?”

“What you knew of her personally, all of that was true. But her spa isn’t owned by her, at least not outright. She has a partner.”

“She does?”

“Yes.”

“Who?”

His arm grew tighter. “Princess Felenia.”

Holy Hecate.

“Mac’s aunt?”

“I talked to Mac about it. He’s already commed her. She said it’s in her portfolio, but outside of noting it offered steady and healthy profits, she really didn’t know much about it. It was recommended she invest in it by one of her advisors. It’s a much smaller endeavor than the ones she normally invests in, but it’s also one of several of that size, so it isn’t unheard of she’d make such an investment.”

It wouldn’t be.

Felenia was known as a very savvy entrepreneur.

Still.

“This is a weird coincidence.”

“It is. We’ll be keeping our eyes on it. Though, I have another weird coincidence to share.”

“That is?”

“Uly said Dinyn Climbright has introduced a piece of legislation in the Center.”

“It is his job to do that, honey,” I pointed out.

“This one is highly controversial.”

“There are some that are.”

“Not from him,” Tanyn continued. “He’s always been middle of the road. Make no waves. Do just enough to keep your seat all the while being wined and dined by lobbyists and getting paid astronomical fees to do a lecture somewhere.”