When addressed by Kyra, Edward replied in the form of a mumble. He raised his head and spoke in a clearer tone: "[color=lightgray]Positive. Someone has to.[/color]" As he listened to what else the pink haired elf had to say, he nodded at some key points, but only opened his mouth after she asked about the future plan. "[color=lightgray]Are you asking this from a citizen of Greenest, or rather the guard sergeant Longwater? Well, whatever be the case, we'll do as the governor instructs.[/color]" He kept a short pause as he scribbled something into his list and then continued: "[color=lightgray]Between you and me though, it doesn't seem the raiders are really trying to get in. We'd have had much bigger trouble if we had had to split the forces against the dragon. We didn't have to. Most likely they are only after loot. We'll be in relative safety. Now, if you'll excuse me...[/color]" he finished the conversation and continued his walk along the battlements, making notes onto his list.

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Meanwhile inside the keep, a wounded figure with a certain aura of importance walked behind two armed men, with a third following behind him. Governor Nighthill believed this sort of escort to be absolutely ridiculous at a time like this, given the men could easily find other work to do if they just went looking. It was not like he was in any danger within these walls. Nevertheless, they were with him now and refused to leave his side, so it would probably be the easiest this way. The two guards before him cleared him some space for him and the governor stepped into the room where Brannor, Orchid, Torus and Parum were currently in. "[color=lightblue]Ah, you are here. I was considering to send someone looking for you. Come with me onto the roof of this tower, if you would. And if you know where to look for the cleric that was with you, they are welcome as well.[/color]" With that, he and his bodyguards continued on, ascending the structure.