The Unforgiven (Legacy of Caliban Book 3) by Gav Thorpe

Author:Gav Thorpe [Thorpe, Gav]
Language: eng
Format: azw3
Publisher: Black Library
Published: 2015-06-18T00:00:00+00:00

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‘I do not defend my actions with claims of success,’ said Sapphon, ‘but I would ask the members of this council to review in full the transcript of what occurred. Before he died, Anovel confirmed much of what was alleged by Cypher. That they had been in collusion was already likely, and Anovel’s acts on seeing the other Fallen provide incontrovertible proof that they were in cohort with each other.’

‘And incontrovertible proof that you overstepped your authority once again, Master of Sanctity.’ Belial glowered at Sapphon, who made every effort not to look to Azrael for support. It had been the vote of the Supreme Grand Master that had made Sapphon the Master of Sanctity and the reason was now becoming clear. Sapphon would willingly compromise himself for the good of the Chapter, even if it meant falling on his sword when required.

The Deathwing commander was going to continue but Sapphon had already heard enough and decided that even if he was going to take the fallout from Azrael’s decision, there was no reason not to go down fighting.

‘I have every authority, Grand Master, in the remit of my rank.’ He gritted his teeth, giving extra vehemence to his words. ‘I am the Master of Sanctity, the spiritual guardian of the Chapter. On Tharsis and Ulthor I bowed to your authority in strategic and military matters. In affairs of the soul and the Fallen, you do not command, you obey.’

Belial faltered, cowed by Sapphon’s uncharacteristic bullishness. The Chaplain looked around the table and saw that the other company captains were equally taken aback. Setting an example with Belial, thought by many to be a natural successor to Azrael should fate unfold in that direction, reminded the rest of the Inner Circle of their place in the hidden organisation of the Chapter.

‘Whether the right to do as you did belonged to you is not under discussion.’ This came from Master Eradon, the Tenth Company captain. Alone amongst the Inner Circle he sported a beard, blond and cropped short. He tugged at the facial hair as he continued. ‘How you exercise that authority on behalf of the Chapter, and whether you should retain it, is the cause for this conclave. A succession of poor decisions have dogged your elevation to Master of Sanctity, and perhaps that is an appointment that must be reviewed.’

All present turned their attention to Azrael. He sat at the head of the table, hood raised so that nothing of his face could be seen. He said nothing and waved for Sapphon to continue.

‘For the benefit of all, might I remind the council of the words spoken by the Supreme Grand Master during the last full conclave.’ Sapphon glanced at Azrael who leaned forward, disapproval on his face as it was revealed by the movement, no doubt sceptical about Sapphon’s reasons for dragging up his past utterances. The Master of Sanctity tried to provide what assurance he could with a glance before he activated a vox-servitor by his side.

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