"Finally!" exclaimed Loir once they got downstairs. "My pair of Kitties!"
"You were faster than I thought," said Circé with a chuckle.
"Don't get me started," sighed Eden. "...How are things going?"
The tone immediately became serious in the room. They were all in Loir's room, the large Map of Chicago displayed ahead of that day's battle. Everyone was there, including Dante's lieutenants like George. It had rarely been so crowded, but Eden knew more men were getting ready to leave downstairs. The place was strangely quiet though, they could even hear the pups grunting and playing in the corner. Jack, who would be staying there with Loir, was trying to entertain them, but even he looked a bit nervous, glancing repeatedly at the men present.
"Everyone is getting ready," said Rolf. "A
