“What does that mean?” I asked, staring at the map.
“That's a symbol, isn't is?” Edward asked. “A symbol in
Buddhism, the wheel of life. That has to mean something, doesn't
it?”
“It could mean everything,” Oak replied, “It could mean
nothing. One thing is certain, however, whatever is happening here,
in this house, is rippling out across the Warp. Severe action will
have to be taken.” He paused for a moment, as is hearing
something. “I'm sorry,” he said, “But I have to inform you
both that I am no longer the presiding Authority in this matter.”
“Well, what does that mean?” Edward asked.
“The Council of Elements has been informed,” Oak said gravely.
“They have sent a representative. It is they who will decide what
must be done, and when.”
