Someone more arrogant and power-hungry (with elite-status, anyway) than the Blacks? Holy smokes! Creepy much? I'm not sure what role Cissa will play or how you're going to portray the house of Black but, I love your writing Maxie. It goes without saying that you definitely have your way with words. You could be yapping about stinkin' manure and still make it sound lovely. Funky comparison but you catch my drift.
Anyway, I can't wait to see what else you'll throw at us! Until then, I'll be stalking!