The Mystery of Zhyldokur

Leone and his envoy, minus Arakao, have been allowed for the first time to be in the presence of their leader, the elusive Zhyldokur. He has left their objectives in front of them: Maintain neutrality and raise no suspicion, and gather sensitive intel on the weaknesses of other groups. Is the Crown's sanctity at risk from this mysterious collective? Will Leone follow along with this objective when the time comes?

Arakao's Signature

Arakao seems to have his own motives and agency within the embassy, his motives unknown even to Leone and the rest of the Kessekian envoy. Further, a keen eye from Leone has revealed that Arakao's signature missing from the treaty, with Leone's there in its place. With a rumored curse bonding thee signees to their agreement, what does this mean for Leone?