"The devil finally decided to show herself," I heard Dr. Scott say as I stepped into his office. I resisted the urge to roll my eyes. "You seem all decked up. Where are you headed or coming from?" he inquired with a sly smile. I raised my left hand, displaying the diamond ring I was wearing.
"I got married," I said, taking my seat. He didn't look surprised at all, as if he had expected it.
"Then I guess it's high time to proceed with the next stage of our plan, right?" He placed a specimen cup before me, and I nodded.
"Besides being friends with my mother, have you been able to find out anything on Nix?"
"Sorry, no, but I have news that would excite you… it's time for a new heir to be chosen."
"A new heir means the seal would need to be used," I interjected, "and I have half of the seal." I looked up at him, and he nodded.
