C457 Returning to the past

"Alright."

"Grandfather, what do you think prompted Wood to suddenly return to the capital?"

"He's sent out invitations to the three great families; it must be something significant." Burke's brow furrowed with uncertainty.

Cass set his paintbrush aside, his aged face calm and composed. "Wood is a shrewd individual. He's far from simple. Don't make the mistake of underestimating him