Arthur lets out a dry laugh. "No," he says, "I should hope the wolves have learned the consequences of high profile assassinations."

Besides, it would be better for Harris to get Islington kicked out of the Night Council first, but Arthur doesn't say so out loud. His political opinions don't have much place here.

He gestures at the materials as he continues, "This is just so we can protect people from the vampires for the time being, while they're escalating. And, in case the vampires decide to make a move, maybe then we can get involved."