Cain shook his head, and a meaningful light appeared in his eyes. "They still have use. Just gather them all in one place. Call it an emergency meeting, using my arrival as the excuse. I will take care of the rest."
Razputin had no idea what the Scarlet King planned to do, but he understood it was not his place to question his lord's decisions. He immediately bowed respectfully and departed with Minxet, leaving Cain alone in thoughtful silence.
Once the chamber was empty, Cain glanced downward through the layers of the Tower of Babel. On a lower floor stood Shura, Astrid, Magnus, and Rylanor. Wide smiles filled their faces, excitement sparkling brightly in their eyes as they celebrated his return.
Cain couldn't help but let a tender smile cross his face as he gazed lovingly upon his wife and children, feeling warmth within his heart.
