The crew was left reeling from the Peregrine raid's aftermath. Although a significant portion of the Syndicate's operation had been successfully eliminated, the cost was high. They were all troubled by Doran's sacrifice, and Kael's vow to come back for him followed him around all day.
The Syndicate launched a rapid and vicious counterattack. Allies vanished without a trace, safe homes were breached, and the crew was constantly being pursued. As promised, the Architect made sure everyone knew he was still in charge.
Kael, however, was unfazed. The losses, if anything, strengthened his resolve. Eidolon had taken it personally, and Kael was going to do the same.
The Takeaway
It started with a mysterious message from an unlikely source. At a far-off market, Zara was approached by a messenger, a young woman with trembling hands. She disappeared into the crowd after pressing a wrapped packet into her hand.
Zara placed the envelope on the table at their makeshift hiding place. Kael opened it
