“There’s no doubt that Bakom will be held criminally responsible for his actions,” Jamiros said as he steepled his fingers together. “We have only to decide how to go about revealing his crimes to the Council.” “Father,” Char interjected after a moment of silence, “I believe Bakom’s downfall will be much more effective if we let him believe he’s in control when the hearing begins. Brianna’s obvious pregnancy and her marital status will certainly cause him problems. I’d like to see just how he reacts.” Jamiros frowned. “Is that wise?” Char nodded. “If we hadn’t discovered his secret laboratories, that’s the position we’d have found ourselves in. What’s more, we might get an idea of who else is involved. Sosha said that Bakom would give her to others when she was under the influence of mithrin. If any Council member ever entered that laboratory, he or she is just as guilty and should be punished and censured accordingly.” Jamiros turned to Brianna.
