The Midwife's Wards

The problem with Phoebe’s reasoning was that in a monarchy, the monarch’s word was law. Just because most rulers usually wrote down some set of rules to make it clear to the populace what was criminal activity didn’t mean they had to. It was just expedient. And seeing as Loren had gotten his marching orders directly from the queen, that made them supersede whatever complaint the healer might have about the paperwork not being in order. Besides, there was indeed a form authorizing these actions. ”The arrest warrant is in the possession of General Ignatius, who is currently in pursuit of a fleeing criminal. However, if my word is not enough, you may ask him for proof. If that too is not to your liking, you may lodge a formal complaint with him if you think my behavior is out of line. In the meantime, I will proceed with following the crown’s commands.” With that, the summoner stepped forward, not willing to put up with this nonsense any longer. Phoebe could stand there, or step aside, but if she resisted, he might just arrest her as well. LOREN Not quite an open book