"It's likely the same group," Ronald said. "The one that nearly wiped out the Ashvale family. They're probably responsible for the destruction of the Drevane as well."
Lucien Blackthorne did not look convinced.
Leaning back slightly in his chair, he studied Ronald for a moment before speaking.
"What about the difference in methods?" he asked calmly. "The styles of the two attacks were clearly not the same."
"Well… it's possible the group is larger than we initially assumed," Ronald replied after a brief hesitation. "If they possess individuals with very different abilities, the discrepancy could be explained."
Lucien's expression hardened.
"Possible. Could be. Perhaps."
His fingers tapped lightly once against the table before he continued, his voice noticeably colder.
"I have said this before, and I will say it again. I do not like uncertainties dressed up as conclusions."
Ronald opened his mouth slightly, as if intending to respond, but the words never came.
