Faolan takes in a deep breath and lets it out slowly. "I am a Guardian, yes," he responds. "I have certain responsibilities to the Night Council. I cannot betray Raymond. So long as he remains a member."

He tilts his head at the other man after a moment, hoping the words will sink in for a moment, before he adds, "From the way he is behaving, however, it seems that that will not remain a problem for very much longer."