Chapter 82

Chapter 82 KAELOS This dilemma frustrated me. Waiting for concrete evidence meant giving Darius more time to strengthen his position, but acting too quickly could make me look like a paranoid tyrant. “How much time do we have, in your opinion?” “At the current rate of recruitment? Maybe two months before he has enough strength to make a serious move. But that's if he doesn't get outside help.” “Outside help?” Archer pulled out satellite photos. “There are reports of unusual movements from neighboring packs. Nothing concrete, but... the patterns suggest possible coordination.” I studied the photos carefully. There was indeed something unusual—too much movement for normal activity, too coordinated to be a coincidence. “Send a reconnaissance team to the border,” I decided. “I want to know exactly what's happening out there. And make sure the team consists of people whose loyalty we've verified.” “I'll do it immediately.” As Archer was about to leave, I called him back. “One more thing. Do