It Begins

[marvel_bynight]

Something is wrong

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[marvel_bynight]

The Brothers Grimm are the first two to slide into the room, gliding on their clouds as they do so.

"Little Boy Blue," the first says, "Come blow your horn."

"The sheep's in the meadow," the second offers.

"The cow's in the corn!"

"Where is the boy who looks after the sheep?"

"He's under the haystack fast asleep."

"Will you wake him?"

"No, not I... for if I do, he's sure to cry."

They slide forward, grinning maniacally, stopping just a little too close, facing him.

[marvel_bynight]

The Shroud is at his place at the head of the table. As they approach, he turns his sightless gaze on the Brothers - ghoulish, but not usually the ones to test his authority, though they remain among the worst of the little band of criminals he's turned to good ends for so long.
Regardless, he doesn't let on that he's noticed their unusual behavior, unsure if it means Dansen has been pushing the envelope again behind his back, or what.
"Take your places, the others should arrive soon."

[marvel_bynight]

They don't move, remaining motionless, staring at him with their ghoulish grins.

[marvel_bynight]

Needle enters mutely, as ever, his four-foot weapon held ready. He also approaches the Shroud, standing a bit too closely.