#bergen_county

She looks to Tove. "You heard it second-hand, I understand. So it is already traveling."

"Who would call you out?" Zane says "It makes no sense to me. "

A deep breath. "That...is what we must discover. I intend to arrive simply as an unannounced impromptu visit. While I am visiting with Baron Angus, you gentlemen must see what you can find out."

"I do not think it coincidence that this has begun after Baroness Nadeen has ceased serving as court liaison."

Zane says "You think they're assuming without Sylvi and Nadeen, they're attacking you Socially?"

A frown at the mention of Nadeen, but more thoughtful than upset. "Hm."

"I think it is possible."

"What do they stand to gain? Other than broken bones."

"Maybe you SHOULD take Siv and Dagmar. Whoever is calling you out should know that you're not afraid to defend RV's name."

A brow. "That will be the next trip. If I bring the most intimidating first, it will appear that I am hurt and desire to protect myself. I am neither of those...yet."

"You gotta follow the money. Or power. Or... why would someone be willing to risk enmity with RiverVale? Or are they trying to use you as dogs, much like the song says, but point you at another target?"

"The song isn't very complimentary towards Hemlock either. Maybe they seek to have him rally to your defense."

"Perhaps we should begin to investigate rather than speculate." She finishes her coffee and stands.

Zane says "Wouldn't be the first time someone tried to get to the Count through us, but it's like attacking the strongest part of his forces. Sun Tzu sttuff"

"oh rightt" Zane stands up done drinking

"Speculation is the first step to formulation of an answer."

"Speculate while you travel" Tove suggests

A nod to Tove. "I think we will take the Jeep. Taking the Kestrel will seem too formal."

"Thank you again for bringing this to my attention."

Then a look to the wilders, and she's heading for the door.

"Fates be kind" Tove answers

He stands. "Thanks for the tea. Tell Dags I said hi." And follows.

Zane follows humming a tune, those who have seen old westerns, might recognize it as the tune from the Magnificent Seven with Yul Brenner

Brekke collects the keys and leads them to the Jeep...a rugged old vehicle, sturdy, dependable, very Parks Service. She climbs into the driver's seat and starts up. The wilders may jockey for position.

Symon is glad to take backseat.

Zane takes shotgun, fits the music

And they are off.

(Off to Oddyssey room)