Losing the Moroccan garrison was already a criminal dereliction of duty, and Penny's disappearance only made things worse.

Even if Fleur had only demanded that the Three Elders cut off his left hand, Arlo feared it was just the start.

If Lady Griffin still felt any lingering grievances, she would just eventually take his head when this crisis is over.

That was why he had volunteered to go to Morocco—to demonstrate his willingness to serve Lady Griffin by going to the most dangerous place. By