14
New Blood
Raedrick walked into the taproom a bit before noon. Spotting Julian almost immediately, Raedrick strode quickly over to where he was chatting with the new recruits near the bar.
Breakfast had helped settle Julian's stomach, but Horace's hangover cure was as miraculous as he claimed. His headache reduced to a barely noticeable throb, he smiled cheerfully as his friend arrived. Raedrick's opening comment removed his smile quickly, however.
"Good to see you're up and about. I've just been at the Mayor's office."
That could not have been fun. "Was it bad?"
"You could say that. I thought sure he was going to pull his hair out. He's terrified, convinced that we've brought more harm than good already."
"Does he want us to leave then?"
Raedrick shook his head. "I offered, but
