The Ironsmith's Mandate
“You’re up for the headline spar, Max. Alba’s putting in their best. Don’t disappoint the hometown crowd.”
“Wouldn’t dream of it,” I said, though my stomach had decided to forget it was attached to me.
Vicky approached with quiet steps, her sticks cradled under one arm. “Victoria Quinze,” she said, voice low, even, and accented in a way that made every word seem chosen. Then, with a half-smile, “Call me Vicky. Easier for the cheering section.”
“Max,” I said simply. “San Vicente.”
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