Casimer queries Tristan about town guards' loyalty, leaning towards Hans. Peter directs his squire, while Eloise and Nathan spar amusingly. Rory arrives early, releases Hans as Steward, and Lyla warmly greets him. Business discussions ensue, introducing the phrase "Shivon problem."
House Wycliff plans to adopt children for lineage continuity. Carrick's future injury is hinted, and Lyla accompanies Rory for details. Siobhan and Timothy discuss concerns, emphasizing demands, including no Mikado lands for Siobhan and 40-50 days apart.
Conner arrives, revealing plans for a secret police in the East and breaking the treaty with the Saffron Isles. Lyla's pregnancy becomes public, and Conner discusses strategies and Carrick's illness. Social dynamics unfold with drinking contests, dress-fetching, and Peter's espionage attempts.
The poisoning conspiracy, involving Jade Isles, affects Carrick and potentially Peter's mother. Conner hints at past actions, linking the Body Hopper Cult to the Silverridge Poison Conspiracy. Revelations about Endulusicious' name and Teressa Wycliff's fate emerge. The session concludes with XP spending instructions.
