Bored with the latest journal chatter, Luxord had once again found himself with little better to do than wander the city. Aimless walking led him to the opera house, just in time to catch the final swell of music. He paused a moment to let it fade - IX would enjoy this more than he - and was turning to leave down a side street when he noticed someone sneaking out the back door, looking as guilty as the child caught with his hand in the proverbial cookie jar.

Well, this was too good to pass up. Luxord moved closer, smirking. "Enjoy the show?"