A general call was announced to all Members of the Empire to be present in the Council Room within the hour. As time ticked away, members of all ranks filtered into the Hall and found a place to sit.
Dalethria sat amongst the Council and took note of relatives and Apprentices that walked into the room. When she was satisfied that all who were going to come were present, she stood up.
Pulling back the black hood that covered her face, she addressed those assembled, "My fellow members of the Empire. The last time I spoke to you in this large of a gathering it was to fill two seats upon the Council that needed filling. Now that time has come again ..."
A slender hand pushed the loose hair behind her ear and she continued, "Between the voice of our people and the decision of the Council ... I like to present our two newest leaders. Master Rama Sha and Lordess Dara Shadowtide."
She allowed a smile to cross her lips, relieved that this was finally over and that her sister would join her amongst the Council.
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