Chapter 53 : Times of War

• The next morning, Jordan and Eliezer once again departed for the meeting of the Kingsmen Council, this time with Benjamin.
• "Members of the Council, may I submit to you yet again Ambassador Webber," Jordan announced as he began the meeting, extending an open hand toward Eliezer, who stood at the edge of the platform, "and may I introduce to you, also, Prince Caliphus," he concluded, moving his hand to the left towards Benjamin. "I remind you that the Ambassador and the Prince are here as our guests for the purpose of our own benefit, and I ask that you should address them appropriately as such. Now, before we begin questioning, Prince Caliphus, you may speak, if you like."
• "Thank you, Chairman," Benjamin began humbly with some hesitance.