After William left, Auric called Ellia.
"What's up?"
"I'm wondering if you know a man called Abel."
Ellia paused for a moment. "Is he causing you trouble?"
Auric's expression turned serious. "Can I ask a few things about him?"
"Do you want the long answer or the short answer?" Ellia had to confirm that first. Auric probably wanted to confirm something, so she needed to make sure what he wanted.
Auric thought for a moment before saying, "Short answer, please."
"He is a manipulative, evil jerk. The reason he got to that position is that he caused the first and second seats to fight each other. Once they were done, he was there to take all the glory."
"And he wants you as well?"
"Now I see what's going on." Ellia paused. "I heard you had a conflict with the Phoenix and Dragon Society. It must be him. Let me take care of it."
"Not yet. I want to deal with Simon first."
"Has he done something again? Should I pay the Lightning Emperor another visit?" Ellia's voice turned cold.
