Chapter 586 - I like being transparent.

The vampiric escort reorganized itself with a silent efficiency that made it clear Violet did not command ordinary soldiers. Two knights took the front of the road, four others positioned themselves at the sides of the carriage, and the rest formed a rearguard wide enough to prevent approaches without turning the whole thing into a hostile march. There was balance in the formation. Respect, protection, and caution in the exact measure. Amelia noticed it first, observing through the window with calculated attention, and Kael noticed it soon after, though he was far too busy trying to ignore Sylphie cataloging the commander's appearance.