"You will see - their meaning is not cloaked. As I said, they seem to be honey lacing the vinegar. When you go through the first cruelty here, it will become very apparent," he murmured, smoothing his robes. "I wish I could better prepare you for that, but it is something you will have to face when it comes - we can never predict them, usually that is."

"But maybe I should start with something else besides dour tidings and give you a proper tour."