Meesei gladly shook Marod's hand to reinforce the sense of polite professionalism she wanted to bring to this meeting. Even towards Lunise she kept up an air of friendliness, despite her thickly sarcastic greeting. Although, Meesei also took care not to in any way seem subservient. She did not want to give any impression that the Empire or Dominion were able to force her into this deal. Her attitude was more similar to that of a polite diplomat. 

"I am simply glad that we have been able to come to a peaceful agreement. It is something of a rarity for my kind to find any measure of acceptance among Tamriel's citizens. This kind of rationality is...refreshing." Meesei responded. After a moment, she shifted her attention back to Lunise. "Yes, I do recognize you. It is good to see you made it back to civilization alive. Did everyone else make it back to Orcrest without issue?" 

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Ahnasha heard Fendros get up, so she was not surprised when he came up behind her. Usually, her body relaxed when he showed such affection towards her, but this time, she remained just as tense. "I think it is more early than late, actually. It's hard to tell down here. I just woke up an hour ago. I'm not actually doing much right now, just looking through my things. Making sure everything is right as it should be."

Closing her eyes a moment, Ahnasha let out a long sigh. "Nothing looks to be wrong, and...I don't think I have any more reason to delay. Nothing to wait for, nothing to perfect. I have the souls, the skill, everything. I...Fendros, I think it is time for me to carry out the ritual. Today."