I'm still breathing

The allies we know about, who’s to say what allies they had that we didn’t know about. Not that there’s many LaRues left to rally. Those that are don’t seem all that interested in us. Distant relatives that weren’t directly involved in the whole ordeal. He was a bit worried about Claude’s husband, Geralt Manchette, but for the moment he wanted to just enjoy the party. He nodded as she talked about inviting Claude over, it was a good idea. He was sure Claude could use the support.

I think that’s a marvelous idea. Perhaps when you do that, I’ll go pay Rene a visit and let you and Claude have some girl time. I’m sure his spirits could use some lifting as well. He wished there was something he could do to help both Rene and Claude be happy, but he simply didn’t have the influence to go against Geralt openly, and he had a growing family to think about. Better to be reserved. He couldn’t afford not to play the game at all, but he also couldn’t afford to be too cocky with it either.

Well, it is Orlais, I wouldn’t rule out someone dropping dead from poisoning, but a monster, I like our odds. He said with a grin.