"She is a Widdowson!" he exclaims, "you know their history with the fae! Not only that, she is leader of a Midnight Coven! She has lead an attack on Redbright territory, has attempted to take land that rightfully belonged to Daybreak in deals with the fae! How else should I react when such a woman is to become Maiden of all witches? When I have worked so hard to put a stop to such things!"

His fluster only seems to rise at Childermass apparent lack of concern. Childermass should know, should understand! How can he not?!