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steer clear of me from now on. I have much to see to. None of which is any concern of yours. And, well… I’m not particularly fond of you.”
    A slight smile curled up the corners of his mouth. “No… I didn’t expect you would be. Alas, I do not regret speaking with you this day. I will keep my distance so that you can be at ease. Farewell, Kagi Naga. Go. Stand within the clouds and watch.” He chuckled softly. “No matter what Uriel may think, you are more of a Grigori than even the Grigori.”
    Jenevier hissed before she even realized what she was doing. “Do not play games with me, Nephilim. If you have something to say, use plain speech and be done with it.”
    “Do you not understand when I say that I watch you… always? I know everything , Naga.” He held his hands up toward her, palms out. “Do not be angry in this. It is nothing you can stop or prevent. You have no say in the matter.” He ignored her growls and continued, “I watch you as you stand within the clouds. You perch there within the mists as if you sat atop the highest mountain… always watching, always listening. But I am the only creature who knows how you have come to spend your days, Naga. Not even the Archs are aware of your presence when they pass through.”
    She softly snorted. “You think I don’t know this?”
    Rixx continued to smile. “The change in you amazes me, Death Angel. I did not believe you capable of such strength. Yet, I am glad for it.” He sighed. “You now watch over the layers instead of sipping tea with your loved ones. You have become the great watcher, Naga. Something the Grigori have long failed in.”
    Jenevier shrugged her shoulders. “So what? I wish to know what is stirring about in the universe. What’s the big deal? I am curious. That’s all.”
    He smiled knowingly and cast her a sideways glance. “That’s all, huh? Are you certain it has nothing to do with that beautiful, troublesome granddaughter of yours?”
    She snorted again. “I am certain it has nothing to do with you .”
    He did not answer, only continued to smile.
    “Can my blades truly rend you, Nephilim?”
    “Yes, as they can any creature.”
    “And you still thought it wise to reveal yourself to me?”
    “I have done nothing worthy of your reaping, Naga. I watch only.”
    “Yet… not today.” She tilted her head and narrowed her gaze. “Tell me. What has changed, Nephilim? I am not so foolish as to think today’s sorrow was enough to cause you to reveal your long-held secrets. If you have truly been watching me as you say… today’s tears are nothing compared to my past.”
    He half snorted. “You speak true, Kagi Naga.” Rixx turned his back to her then. “Alas, something is coming. Something as we have never seen before. The ancient seals are being threatened, little one. And, as is your damnable Fate… much will be required of you in the near future.”
    Jenevier growled, an instant before her eyes flashed red.

Chapter 4
    Lala
    (LAH-lah)
     
     
     
    “We have time,” Duhrias said. “The Empress is still out on a summons and we don’t have to be in Iga until tomorrow. The irritating King of that layer invited you personally. Remember?”
    “Why did you say irritating like that?” Lala turned to face the sell-sword. “The King of Dimthe Leard is one of the most gracious, honorable men I have ever met. There’s nothing about him that’s irritating .”
    “He fawns over you.” Duhrias glanced away. “That’s irritating,” he mumbled.
    Lala snickered. “Aww… is my devoted River Spirit jealous?”
    “Do not tease me,” he grumbled. “It shows poor manners and an improper upbringing. Neither of which you have.”
    “Stop pouting. You’re the one pushing this trip.”
    “That’s because I’m curious. Aren’t you? Getting to see a live telling of their history—actors and singers and poets all performing for our pleasure—it will be amazing.”
    “They are not performing for our pleasure,