I suppose you're right. Macharius grumbles. Not that I love the idea of letting her bring a pack of assassins on board my ship. Im supposed to be the one with the assassins, hoho! Still, it is interesting that shes bringing a retinue. Clearly, her... activities are well known in her house. She has no fear of being exposed to them. Step lightly, and prepare a transmission to the authorities explaining that Hose Kindjal attempted to prevent us from uncovering their activities against the other Houses, to be sent along with the other proof if she attacks or we don't check in.

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Macharius meets the newcomers with two of his Praetorians, only a small squad of armsmen behind them. An attendant carries his helmet, in a gesture of goodwill. He smiles broadly. Lady Kindjal! So glad you accepted my invitation. Truly a pleasure to see you again. May I offer you a drink? He waves over a servant with a tray of glasses, taking one for himself.