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[Max452]

Daeron's eyes sparkled at Sachi's words, but vanished the moment he felt a more powerful presence eyeing them. He turned his head and spotted Katriana. It seemed she had just watched a demonstration. He eyed the two individuals that had just finished their fight and then returned his gaze to his Lady as he walked Sachiko over. "My Lady." Daeron gave a humble bow of his head as Dominic rose from the ground, looking a bit pensieve before heading the opposite direction of his female opponent.

***
Seth nodded, listening to Glory's response. "I think that's the problem, Glory. You're thinking about getting the spell to work instead of the spell. Remember, magic is energy. We use magic to channel that energy to do what we want, but we need to focus on what we want or it won't work." He stood up and grabbed Glory's hand, gently tugging her back to her feet. "Come here." He told her, a playfulness mixed in with his tone. "You want to take away the air right?" He asked her, wondering if this was what she meant as he placed them both back onto the sandy training ground. "Instead of focusing on all of the air around, why don't you just focus on this one." He pointed to his chest, hence his lungs. "It's more concentrated and it makes your opponent freeze." He tilted his head. "Is that what you mean to do?" He asked, referring to her spell in general. "If it is, come and try it." He told her, indicating that he was her willingly participant.

***
Dominic found himself sitting in an empty firepit, gazing at an unlit fire. His mind was filled with confusion that was generated from his battle with Lysette. He had a strange feeling while he battled her at the end of their match. It felt, very carnal, especially when he felt her weight press on him more. This was a strange feeling, but he assumed this was what his Master had warned him at a young age: attraction and lust. Dominic had never really felt that before. Sure, on missions he would think some of his female targets were beautiful, so that must mean he was attracted, but the other feeling, this lust, was far more poignant. It felt so primal. And that was the emotion his Master had truly warned him about. Lust is just another emotion you must kill, Dominic. The hard part is letting yourself do that. Remember, you swore an oath to serve me, and that means no distractions. Quench that lustful emotion and you will be far better in serving me. Those were his master words and so, Dominic must obey. Though his master was dead now, he was still bound to the oath and codes that were embedded within his mind. So, now he must avoid these lustful feelings and that meant, avoiding Lysette at all cost. Dominic felt that he could do that, besides, Lysette appeared to already have many suitors vying for her attention; she was quite a flirtatious one. She wouldn't notice or care that he was not one of them. Yes, that logic seemed sound. The young assassin decided that it was best to clean himself up after his scuffle with Lysette, so, he removed his tunic and proceeded to heal himself.

***
Lycus sensed the anger in his Lady and immediately diverted his attention away from the departing fighters and toward the object of her distaste. He unintentionally sent Katriana his feelings of anger and disappointment; he was so use to being connected with her.
I am sorry, My Lady. It appears my logic was not sound. I have disappointed you; my life and punishment is at your bidding. Lycus replied in a slow, humble, voice, although, he was very shocked at his own miscalculations. Lycus had always been right in his deductions. He had spent years observing various species and their reactions and he believed that he was able to calculate and predict their reactions perfectly. This was an anomly, one that would irritate him until he would solve it.

[Tismri]

Glory listened quietly as Seth explained what he thought to her of her situation. She considered his opinion; was it possible that she was failing because she was concentrating on the end rather than the journey?
She followed him as he pulled her along playfully, suddenly suspicious. What was he thinking? Her eyes widened at his volunteering.
"Seth, I might kill you!" she protested. "The spell is supposed to suffocate someone, remove the air around them so they can't breathe..." She bit her lip again and looked down, knowing full well she was telling him that this spell was meant to kill poeple. She'd seen it performed once before, by a Shade. The victim's death was horrific to watch. She could see easily that his gasps were completely futile, and it was eerie how she could see him screaming and yet he was completely silent. She knew she wanted to learn that spell, but she had trouble telling Seth why exactly.
~~~~~
Lysette stared after Dominic as he trudged away, her eyes keenly fixated on him while a number of other men flocked around her to see if she was all right after the battle. Dom seemed to be a fighter; he was resisting her lure. She rarely had a man who struggled against her very long. But they made it more worth the effort. They were usually the ones she decided to let live even once she was done with them. And there seemed to be something different about this one. Lys smiled to herself; he was going to be fun to catch.
It briefly crossed her mind that she was here to track down her father. Although there were great numbers of Shades present at this camp, they were still relatively few compared to the rest of the population. She could put off asking about them. Besides, Dominic may be able to give her insight and help her pinpoint which one she wanted. And what could it hurt to have a little fun before getting down to business here?
She allowed the men to lead her away. Several who were magicians offered to heal her wrist, but she waved them off, simply tying the wound off. It could come in handy for her later. She sent them in groups to do various errands for her, having them all compete to see who could get her request done the fastest. She'd promised whoever returned to her first could spend the night; a blatant lie. She had no intention of sharing her bed with any of these fools tonight. She desired one made of sterner stuff.
So, once she was alone, Lysette wandered aimlessly through the camp, keeping her eyes peeled and searching the entire time until her eyes caught the figure she sought. She found herself smiling approvingly at his shirtless form, pleased by what she saw, and fully securing her lust for him.
"Hmm...If you'd fought like that, perhaps I wouldn't have ruined your tunic," she purred to him, sitting next to Dom by the cold fire pit. She noticed the mark she'd made on him had healed. Perfect. She gave him a rather pointed, somewhat upset glance. "You did a good number on me, too. I think it's only fair that you heal my wrist." She held out her hand toward him.
~~~~~
Katriana stayed silent for several moments as Lycus admitted his fault, and his anger at himself for failing. She was seething on the inside with how she had so easily lost her sway over Sachiko. If the girl returned to the more kindly nature she'd sported before while she was with Daeron, Katriana felt there would be no more use for her. However, she gave Lycus a bit of relief, relaxing her anger.
Love can make a person do the strangest of things, she informed him. She recalled for a moment the pure adoration she had felt for her king, devoted to him to the bitter end. Were it not for Vanilor, she would have thrown herself upon her sword when she heard he was defeated. Even so, Van had a difficult time keeping her from doing so. And, again, she thought of her love for Vanilor--or rather, the love she'd felt for him before becoming a Shade. There was still a part of her that felt that way for him, but the spirits that resided within her saw him as more of a convenient power source, and her attitude toward him was thus affected. But she did still love him, and he knew that.
I do not blame you for your failure this time, dear Lycus, she told him, However, when next dealing with a situation such as this, take this emotion into account. It adds a rather random effect to the otherwise logical system.

"Ah, Daeron," she called out in a friendly, but darkly menacing, tone. "I see you found Sachiko easily. I trust your unfortunate misunderstanding has been cleared up? It would not do to have you two fighting here."

[Max452]

"I know what its suppose to do, Glory." Seth told her gently as he backed a foot away. "But you want to get it right and I want to help." He backed another foot away. "Besides, you've done it before. It was during our first battle against one another." He recalled, unsure if she would since she was under Katriana's influence then. "So, focus either on the air in my lungs or around my mouth or nose; something concentrated so I can't access air." He advised. "I'll be fine; you know I'm a lot stronger than you think." He added, hoping to put her fear at ease.

***
Dominic had felt a presence behind him; it was a sense he had developed as an assassin. One hand had dipped toward his belt, where a hidden throwing knife was located as the other finished off his healing. His fingers discreetly inched toward his weapon, but halted when he heard a familiar, enticing voice. He mentally groaned. If he didn't know any better, his deceased master must have brought Lysette to test his will power; another training exercise. Well! He would not fail his master! His hand slipped away from the hidden knife as he turned to face the woman next to him.
"I did what my Lady commanded me to do, nothing more." Dominic retorted to Lysette's first comment. He withheld raising an eyebrow at her as she presented her wrist to him. What was she up to? For someone of her skill, she could handle the pain or even better, be a magician herself, but he decided not to mention that thought to her - better yet, he decided not to speak. He threw his ruined tunic into the dead firepit and gently took her wrist with his left hand whilst his right hovered over the wound he hand inflicted. "Waise Hiel." He spoke and his hand began to glow green as he went about healing her. Once done, he withdrew his hands and immediately held it out to the tunic. "Brisingr." He said, incinerating his tunic into nothinginess as he was taught to dispose of things that were useless to him. He remained seated, staring at the flickering flames, thinking that Lysette had found her purpose with him and would now be off.

***
I will not forget, My Lady. Lycus replied to Katriana, taking her words to heart and making sure that he would be perfect the next time he thought of a plan and its execution. The elf diverted his attention to the young appoarching couple. The boy gave off a more dangerous aura than he had held before; a higher threat against Katriana and Lycus would not tolerate that. He already had to worry about Rider Seth. That boy was by far one of the most dangerous threats against Katriana; he would eagerly kill him off but Katriana would not have it right now. So, he must obey and wait for one mistake from the Rider so that he could kill him. He blinked, focusing his attention on Daeron once more as he began to speak.

***
Daeron bowed his head respectfully to Katriana. "Aye, My Lady. I feared our past arguement would be detrimental to your cause, so I sought Sachi out to mend our relationship; I do not want to burden you or the army with domestic affairs; our purpose is too important." Daeron replied with an unreadable facial expression. "I am pleased to say that all is well now and we are more willing to serve you at our best capacity; I wish to thank you for your support and kindness; you were there for Sachi when I was not." Daeron smiled politely, wanting to give the idea that he respected and admired the Shade Rider, rather than share his true sentiment of ramming his sword down her throat and toward her heart. "I will return the favor." Daeron assured, although his favor was not what it seemed.

[Tismri]

Glory stood listening to Seth's reasoning, and he was making perfect sense. However, fear was spiking in her heart. What if she hurt him? She could never forgive herself. Although he seemed willing, she knew very well her magic could end up going awry. Still, her desire to learn the spell resounded in her mind, and she knew she could get it right if she just practiced.
She stood there, staring at Seth for several long moments, indecisive. Several times, she reached for her magical power and the words very nearly escaped her lips, but then her mind would flash to her fear of hurting him and the words would die before she said them. Finally, she found herself staring at the ground, completely unwilling to perform the spell.
"I'm sorry, Seth," she whispered. "I can't try this spell on you. I...I can't risk hurting you again."
~~~~~
Lysette gave Dominic a smile as he healed her wrist, gazing steadily into his eyes. He seemed rather reserved, unwilling to bend for her. But based on him comments, she surmised that most everything he did was simply for the sake of Katriana. In fact, he seemed to think very little of himself.
After he set his tunic on fire, Lys allowed her hand to drop to his thigh, just resting there comfortably. She continued to gaze at him in silence for a moment or two.
"You are a great fighter," she told him after a moment or two. She knew she could get his attention if she tried to seem interested in his life. "Who taught you how to move like that?"
~~~~~
Kat kept her cool expression as Daeron explained the situation to her. She felt as if there were just a slight edge of mockery in his tone; he was either being an idiot, or being exceptionally clever, and she knew it was the latter. Something about the speed in which they were reunited told Katriana he had guessed her involvement. Still, she kept her expression placid.
"I am glad you were quick to resolve any issues that may lead to danger among my people," she told him. She stared at Sachiko, who kept her gaze fixated below Kat's eyes as she held her lover's hand. Kat could see it clearly; the girl was afraid. She knew this was displeasing her. It rather impressed Kat that the two were willing to face her while so openly defying her clear wishes. It displayed a certain amount of courage that she knew she could use.
"Very well; you both may go about your business." Sachiko released Daeron's hand hesitantly and went to stand at a place near Kat.

[Max452]

Seth waited patiently for Glory to perform the spell, but could feel the hesitancy that seemed to air the atmosphere. He said nothing, allowing Glory to decide whether or not to practice on him. He was half surprised when she finally decided not to; he assumed her desire to perfect the spell would cause her to act. Seth, though he would not allow her to know, was pleased that she cared more for him than her own perfectionism. He stepped forward, letting the energy around them to guide him to Glory. "Hey, it's okay." He wasn't sure if he was referring to her not performing the spell or being hesitant on performing it. "Maybe next time." He replied as he approached her and took her hands in his. He tilted his head to the side as he spoke his next words, trying to make her happy. "How about I teach you how I see; it might help you perfect your other spells." He suggested, knowing that she had been dying to know his little sight seeing secret.

***
Dominic tensed a fraction when he felt Lysette touch him. This was not how he wished their meeting to be; he could hear his Master's reprimanding voice. He strategically stood up once she asked about his skills as a fighter. He drew himself close to the dying fire, his back toward her. "I am not as good as I should be." Dom replied, his eyes reflecting the past. He was still not as perfect as he knew his Mentor wanted him to be or even as Katriana wanted him to be. He had much to learn and progress; he could not afford to fail. "I was taught by my Master, as his Master taught him." Dominic replied, wondering why Lysette seemed so...intent...on speaking with him. His calculating mind wondered if she was up to something...if she wanted something. He had high suspicions that she took whatever she wanted for her limited use...men included. He would not allow her to manipulate his emotions; to be a distraction. Dominic must become the best for Katriana or what other use would he be? Determined to not allow this wily woman to distract him, Dominic took a more direct approach, in hopes to either send her off. "Why are you here? What business do you have with me?" He asked, turning his upper body halfway toward her, so he could see her expression and deduce what her motives were.

***
Daeron lightly squeezed Sachi's hand out of comfort as he felt Katriana's knowing eyes scruitinize them. He gave a respectful smile and bow again as she seemingly dismissed them. "My Lady; I wish you a good day." He allowed Sachi to let go of his hand as she darted off toward Katriana's side. His face was calm, but his eyes gave her a warm expression. "I will see you soon, Sachi." His lips twitched briefly into a side smile as he turned and headed toward Glory's usual training spot.

[Tismri]

Glory continued to frown a bit as Seth tried to assure her that it would be fine. She was frustrated with herself; how was she ever going to learn the spell? She was too cowardly to attempt it on someone willing, but she was unable to grasp the concept when she used the bird.
Her expressioned brightened just a bit at Seth's suggestion. "Really? You're going to show me how you see?" she asked eagerly. She had been dying to learn how it work, but he had at first seemed rather hesitant in sharing. "I'd love to learn it!" She happily put her arms around him, excited. Her thrill was not only stemmed from learning a new sort of magic, but from sharing it with Seth. As far as she knew, it was something only he really understood, so it felt to her like if they shared this, the bond between them may grow even stronger.
~~~~~
Lysette listened with a bit of boredom as Dominic gave her an evasive, but completely expected answer. She was intrigued, however, by his movements. He seemed to be trying to avoid her. She sat for a moment or two after he asked his questions, a smile curving her lips. Then she stood behind him and placed her hands on his tensed shoulders, kneading them expertly as she leaned forward to whisper in his ear, lips brushing against his skin as she spoke.
"My business with you is pleasure," she told him. She looked at him fully for a moment. "Why do you resist me so? I can see the hunger in your eyes, clear as the sun."

[Max452]

Seth laughed as he felt a pair of warm hands wrap around him. "Yes, I'm going to share it with you, but you have to remember, its going to be tough." He told her. "And, we're going to have to communicate with our minds; I don't want anyone eavesdropping." He added as untangled himself from her, but only to side step around her so that he was now behind her. He lowered his head so that his lips were close to her ear. "You ready?" He asked her in a low voice.

***
Dominic instinctively tensed his body as he felt Lysette's breath (and lips) caress his ear. He felt his body temperature rise, but forced it down as much as possible. This woman was impossible! He detached himself, hurridly, away from her, eyes watching her wearily. "I have given an oath to ensure all my attention, strength, and skill are to my Master and Lady Katriana; I will not be distracted." Dom stated, if a bit forcibly to convince himself. "If you wish for a night's entertainment, I suggest you seek it elsewhere. I will not be distracted." He repeated, hoping that would send her away. He would not admit to her that she was riling up his more primal emotions; he had to stifle it!

[Tismri]

Glory quickly nodded in understanding to Seth, knowing it was important to him that the secret of his sight was kept unknown. As he walked around behind her, she closed her eyes, feeling that she would be able to understand the concept better if she were blind as well.
"I am," she responded to his question. She opened up her mind to him so that he would be able to communicate with her. At the same time, she felt a little hesitant excitement. Communicating through minds was something she usually only did with Sun. It was a very intimate thing, she felt even more so than any physical interaction. It could just be a surface conversation, but they could just as easily get so close that their minds would practically meld into one another. Glory hoped she would one day feel comfortable enough to share that level with Seth, but right now it seemed just as inappropriate as sleeping with him would be.
~~~~~
Lysette smirked slightly as Dominic ran away from her touch, protesting. The way he repeated the phrase "I will not be distracted" told her that was his main fear here. She gave a light laugh.
"Distracted?" she asked him. She inched closer to him. "I can see how lust would be rather distracting, but it seems to me much the same as would hunger. If you are hungry, do you abstain from eating? No...I daresay you do not. Quite the opposite. You eat, you feast until you are satisfied, and the hunger is no longer a distraction to you." She took another step closer, brushing her fingers along his bare chest, and hovered her lips very near his, teasing him. Letting him make the decision.
"I can be your feast," she told him, her eyes half shut as she gazed up at him. "You can satisfy your desires with me, until your lust is no longer a distraction for you."

[Max452]

Good. Seth replied after opening his mind to connect with Glory. He wrapped his arms around her waist as he instructed her on what to do next. Okay, so now, Glory, concentrate on your surroundings and tell me what you are feeling and seeing; just like mediation. He told her. He felt a presence enter their area and quickly recognized it at Daeron. He hoped that he wouldn't interfere, but given the way they were at the moment, it did make Seth wonder, but he felt no ill intent from Glory's brother. He sensed Daeron sit on their previously occupied boulder. Well, it looked like he was making an effort to not jump to conclusions on what was going on before him. That was...nice.

***
Dominic felt Lysette's breath against his lips, almost making him act out on pure lust and emotion, but no! He would not desecrate his master's teachings! He would endure, but not without some pay back. Dominic lighting grazed Lysette's lips with his own, just for a taste, he thought and pulled away slightly to speak to her.
"And just like any hunger, I can resist my body's primal instincts." Dom said with minor hesitation as he fully pulled away from her. "My body is a tool; a tool for killing. Nothing more. I will not have anything to distract it from being what it was bred to do." Dominic stepped further away from her, hoping that would the end of this. She was incrediblely hard to resist.

[Tismri]

Glory opened her mind a bit more as Seth instructed. She'd meditated enough that she could sense the various entities surrounding her. Based on the size of the lights she saw in her mind, she could well enough judge what they were. But she was only able to really sense living things, like Seth and Daeron, and the others in the camp nearby. Animals and what little plant life there was also presented themselves to her.
It's like...I know you've never seen it, but I can only compare it to looking up in the sky on a clear night, and seeing the hundreds of thousands of stars, she told him. She showed the image she described for a moment, allowing him to understand her comparison. I see thousands of lights around me...and I know they're all living things.
~~~~~
Lys smiled to herself as Dominic's lips so lightly touched hers. She was almost there, she knew. His will was almost completely crumbled.
"But you are not on a mission right now," she told him. Again, she stepped close to him. Gently, she took his hand, and guided it to her waist, which her short shirt failed to cover. "They have put down their tool for the moment. And an idle tool is of no use to anyone. So..." She brushed her hand through his hair, putting her lips to his again before drawing back an inch. "I will put you to use tonight. I am sure Katriana would not mind if I borrowed you for a little while."

[Max452]

Seth listened to Glory, impressed with her analogy. Good. You're a faster learner than I am, Glory. It took me a week to figure out what I was staring at. Seth praised her as he instructed her next. Why do you think those sparkling lights are, Glory? You already know they represent living things, but why do you think that is? Seth asked, wanting to teach her that all things had energy and those lights were their energy. If she progressed this quickly, Seth knew, that she would be able to sense the nonliving energy soon. He just hoped that her energy wouldn't deplete as quickly as his did when he was training. Recognising and concentrating on pure energy was exhausting, unless properly trained, as Seth was from Master Sidhion.

***
Dominic's eyes watched as Lysette approached him again. Impossible woman! It was the chase, wasn't it? The chase that she thrived on, not the actual act that she so desperetly was trying to lure him in. Dom had no idea why he felt frozen on the spot as she stepped close to him once more, snaking his hand around her well formed, smooth and warm waist. Oh he could hear his Master cursing him now. "I don't thi--" His breath hitched, causing his excuse to disappear as her fingers tangled itself in his hair. What was this woman trying to do to him? This rampant emotion needs to be stifled! He could not be distracted....curse it. He thought as he felt her warm lips touch his again. Dominic heard a low growl and it took him a moment to realize that it was coming from his throat as he pressed his lips aggressively against Lysette's. The last sensible speech he remembered was asking Lysette where her tent was before his, buried, primal side took over.

[Tismri]

Glory smiled at Seth's praise, pleased that she had earned his respect in this. She thought carefully over his question, pondering it.
It's...it's their life force, right? she asked, not quite sure about her assessment. It's what keeps them living and breathing, and if something were to snuff it out, they would die. She felt she was on the right track, at least. She had seen on many occasions the lights of these creatures be extinguished. And she could feel the pain and fear that accompanied it, right until the moment they were gone, and it always left her feeling a little more empty herself.
~~~~~
Lys carefully guided Dominic to her tent, keeping his mind occupied to make sure he wouldn't snap out of his primal instincts along the way. Once there, she joyously completed her conquest. He'd fought against her long and hard, but now he was putty in her hands. His strength of will had impressed her; few men ever struggled against her for so long, and it made this night so much more worth the effort.
And just like that, you belong to me, she thought, more than pleased with herself.

[Max452]

Yup. You're on the right track, Glory. Seth beamed at her through their link. Everything around us is composed of energy. It is what keeps this world together. It is only through magic that we are able to channel this energy and bend it into another desired form. Magic is just the medium to dictate the energy, but remember, magic is not meant to control the energy, but merely changing it to another likable form. That is why we must speak in the Ancient Language, for it is the only thing strong enough to mediate the changes we desire to see in the energy around us. Does that make sense? He asked her as he spotted a bird flying into their vision. Its sparkling outline illuminating itself to the blind Rider. The more you understand, Glory, the more you will see what the world around us has to offer; its beautiful. Seth exclaimed. There, concentrate on that bird and tell me what you see the lights do. He told her and thus it went for the remainder of the day. Seth would have Glory "see" something and explain to him what the energy was doing, wanting her to become familiar with its sight and presence. The more she would understand, the more she would become familiar with them.

A soft voice soon reached their ears. "I apologize for interrupting," Daeron's voice echoed in, "but you've both been standing there for over an hour. Should you not rest and eat something?" Daeron asked, concern hidden in his voice. All they were doing was standing and it took Daeron some time to realize that they were mediating or training on something. Granted, Daeron rather would not have Seth wrapped so nicely around his sister, but if this was training...well...he didn't want Glory yelling at him.

***
Dominic raked a frustrated hand into his air as he stood inside his tent, completely ashamed and disappointed in himself. He had allowed his emotions to get the best of him! Yes, the very long night was pleasurable, but it was not right! No! The Phantom voice of his Master was scolding him for his recklessness and stupidity for allowing his emotions to rule him. To Dom, the night was a hazy, if blissful, occurrance. It was in the morning, when he woke quietly that he discovered his own folly. Ever stealthy and like a shadow, Dom had disentangled himself from Lysette and escaped back to his own tent. He knew that would have seem rather rude to have left the woman before she even woke, but Dom was so harried up in his own disappointment to even care, and a part of him knew that Lysette only wanted to use him for that night; she had plenty of other men that vyed for her attention. Well, it would only last for that one night. No more! She could find herself another man just as easily! Never mind his body's constant craving for her! Never mind that primal urge that was now awaken and fighting with his logical mind. Never mind all that! For the distraction ended here and now! He had learned his lesson! No more! Frustrated and annoyed with himself, Dominic did the only thing he could think of to ease his mind; he went to go train in a secluded spot a few meters away from camp; he needed to practice his spells, and maybe, he could discover one that could make him resist Lysette.

[Tismri]

Glory listened carefully, hanging onto every word Seth told her. When they started, she only saw the various beings as specks of light dancing before her, but as time went on, she started to be able to recognize their different shapes and forms. She still didn't quite know how Seth was able to see non-living things, but maybe she was getting close.
She was slightly startled out of her concentration by Daeron's voice, and she opened her eyes, squinting for a moment against the light. It took her a moment to get her bearings, as she glanced about herself. Things had appeared so different as just little lights in her mind. Seeing their definitive shapes threw her off a little.
"Thanks, Ron," she told him, shaking her head slightly to get used to the light. "Maybe we should take a break." She glanced around for a moment or two. "Sachiko decided not to come?" she asked. Glory wasn't sure if she was relieved or disappointed. After all, it would be nice to get to know her brother's lover, especially since they were so serious.
~~~~~
Lysette stirred and cracked open her eyes just enough to watch as Dominic just about fled her tent. A smirk creased her lips as she stretched out. It was satisfying to see she was able to make even the most rigid of men bend to her will. He had fallen for her; with perhaps one more seduction she could remove any of his lingering iron will and then he would surely return, begging for more. But that could be put off for a while.
She stayed in bed lazily for a little while longer before getting up and dressing. She had work to do now. She had to discover which Shade was her father. It wasn't going to be an easy task, she felt. As she left her tent, she wondered which might be the best way to approach this. She could either ask some residents of the camp what they knew about the Shades, or seek the beings out herself until she found the right one.

[Max452]

Seth pulled away from Glory as she went to speak with Daeron. He rolled his shoulders and cracked his back, having found them stiff from standing for so long. "Food sounds great." Seth agreed with the other two. When the conversation turned to Sachiko, Seth felt Daeron's energy tense for a brief moment.

"No, she...just needs some more time." Daeron explained. "Don't worry; she knows that you're willing, so its a start." He assured. "Wanna go get lunch?" He asked them.

***
Tyrant happily cleaned his blade with a flick of his wrist. He was delighted that he had just returned from a mini massacre. He had wandered away from the Desert and toward Surda to seek some fun. And fun he did fine! A little caravan of settlers trying to head toward Abernon for safety. Well, silly them. He had fun getting rid of them and taking some things for Katriana. He dragged the box of supplies to the supply tent they had stationed and dumped it for the man to sort through. "There! Now you measely humans have food! Ahahah!" Tyrant cackled before running off to see what other chaos he could do.