I know the things you have heard of my House and kin, that we are unkind and ruthless, that we wish the destruction of the Royal House of Amber. Only some of these things are true. Our vendetta with Prince Bleys was ended years ago. We could not have captured all those you sought, because our House is too busy establishing itself in the Courts to waste time pursuing an ancient emnity with a conquering House. I fear that those you have encountered are pretending to belong to House Niall, and are truly no part of our company. It may be necessary to make amends for this, both to our King and to certain members of the Royal House of Amber. So, I come to you with an offer. Our House possesses great knowledge and power, which can be used to your advantage. We have any sort of learning you might desire; you have only to ask.

                            Cadence,
                                 Lady of House Niall