( though pel had not been on the very short list of people adelaide thought might tolerate him long enough to speak on his proposal - there were only two, and only one of them actually on the council - martel takes it upon himself to find out the names of the elven councilors and seek one of them out. he hasn't made a great show of his interest in the elves, but -

they remind him of a part of his home that he misses more fiercely than any other. it is worth pursuing. )

My lady Ashara, ( a recognisable voice, perhaps, from the first meeting of mages, where he had looked down from the library's balcony and contributed when adelaide prompted him to. ) I am Martel. One of the 'rifters'. When you've the time, I have a proposal that I mean to make to the Council and I am seeking the thoughts of those more intimately involved in this world than myself.

I would welcome yours.