Angels of Vengeance

by Robert Engvall

Interrogator-Chaplain Aufidius strode through the hall with annoyance echoing in his step and the flames of annoyance in his eyes, his battle brothers rapidly leaving his path as he approched. Aufidius was annoyed by his recent summons by the Chapter Master requiring him to stop his interrogation of the Fallen, and report to a meeting with Master Titus and Inquisitor Cosca Immediately. Like all of the rest of the Unforgiven, the Inner Circle of the Angels of Vengance had their secrets and Aufidius hoped his anger would help hide his. Upon reaching the Masters chambers, Aufidius solidly rapped on the door.

"Enter"

Aufidius opened the door and hesitated as he saw librarian Coriolanus seated to the side of Titus' desk, for how could anyone know of the secrets they shared.

"Please be seated." said Titus as he gestured to one of the empty chairs.

"I called you two for this meeting early so we could go over some items before the others arrive. As you know, Inquisitor Casca is currently here and has given us a special mission from the Adminitratum. This mission will involve a prolonged separation from the chapter, and requires a minimum of two members of the Inner Circle. I have chosen you two, and wanted to speak to you in private to remind you that the secrets of the unforgiven are not to be divulged to anyone onder any circumstances. I would also like..."

With a single knock the Inquisitor entered and stood rigidly to one side, followed shortly by Veteran Sergeant Lepidus. With an arrogance rarely shown to a space marine, Casca said; "Good, everyones here. I'll make this short, you three are to form a new chapter to be stationed here, and Commander Titus is to provide you with 50 marines, and all the necessary equipment to begin the formation of the new chapter. I expect full details from you three for Administatum records within the hour, and everything planetside within twenty four..."

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