Barrier Gulch desire and need and failure all spell out

Kemal had known of one more man lurking within the pass. They had not met formally, Kemal rarely going out of his way for introductions before now. Now, it was necessary.

He needed to know where each remaining member stood, whether it was with or against him. Kemal would pull strings where he had to, and do what he could to be convincing. He knew all too well that if he was not respected as a leader, then he was not a leader at all.

Tracking the man through the lowlands, he isn't surprised to find him so far. Room to think, he supposes, but Kemal can't allow that. In moments of uncertainty it allows for ideas to grow and take form.

Eyes fixed on Dracarys, he offers a 'whuff' in greeting.