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Good, no protests--or at least nothing important enough to warrant protesting out loud. Sara's zeal was admirable, and he credited her to the rest following along. Or at least, it was refreshing to hear [i]some[/i] positivity out of all this, and Holly and Daniela seemed to follow the Templar's lead. He wouldn't comment on the misjudgment part, if only because making some goodwill was better than getting offended. That and at minimum it was earned; his reputation was shit and it was stupid to pretend otherwise. Weber's comment was what he had hoped would be true, but even then, at least Prince Aaron was a teen. He doubted a six-year-old could accomplish much on her own. And as much as he wanted to ignore Renault, he wasn't completely wrong. 

In regards to Renault, however, he needed to be corrected. [color=dodgerblue]"And dedicating ourselves anew is what we will do. But scattering is exactly what we're going to do next,"[/color] He stated first and foremost as he stood straight. He still felt weak, but he wasn't going to keel over yet. Though he hoped he was lucky enough that if he did collapse, he'd bash his head hard enough to knock himself out. He approached the windows and tapped the jambs, watching as the windows closed themselves and swiftly painted the panes a much darker color. The lights dimmed a touch as the windows formed a single panel, which then lit up into the image of a map of Gaia. 

[color=dodgerblue]"Going to war with Kaudus is off the table for now, but we need to know more about the enemy. Investigating the Cult is going to be our primary objective,"[/color] He stated as he walked over to where Doumerc was, tapping the city of Racine. [color=dodgerblue]"I have it on good authority that [b]Dr. Rhaveus[/b] is at [i]l'École d'Enchantement de la Lune[/i]--this is important because he was tasked with investigating the circumstances surrounding Theodore's disappearance. This, of course, isn't public knowledge, but my gut says he's figured out something big."[/color]

He took a few steps backwards and tapped the border between the Lorenzia Republic and Veradis. [color=dodgerblue]"I also have it on good authority that the Church is going to ask a few of us to take care of a nest of monsters near Riva del Garda. [b]Templar Everett[/b] petitioned the Church for additional assistance and despite the High Cardinal's grumbling, it's getting to be too much for just them to handle. It'll also restore some goodwill among the populace to take care of this--more importantly, we want the Church believing we're falling in line with them, so it's a win-win,"[/color] He explained. [color=dodgerblue]"If I remember right, the monster nests around there are typically harpy ones--airborne monsters. You'd think guns would be enough, but they must be overwhelmed due to sheer numbers. That, or there's more to it that we don't know yet."[/color]

Lucas then tapped a location on the border of Estora and Doumerc, his expression souring a touch. [color=dodgerblue]"I can't be in two places at once and I'm prioritizing visiting Dr. Rhaevus in person since I have a reason to go to the academy. That said, I did get a request I can't ignore that I'm hoping some of you will go in my place,"[/color] He tapped the map. [color=dodgerblue]"Croia's governor has mentioned that there has been signs of some spirits acting up. They're harmless, but seeing a Scion of the Goddess is enough to get them to listen and go away. I haven't heard other details, but it can't be ignored, either, otherwise people are going to question why I'm in Doumerc instead of going there."[/color]

The prince turned to the rest of the room, raising an eyebrow. [color=dodgerblue]"We'll take care of these problems in groups--this way if there [i]is[/i] any unwarranted action, we won't be caught off guard. The public appearance will also work twofold as we'll show that we aren't hiding in fear and that we're making a united stand. Or something like that, anyway,"[/color] He shrugged, crossing his arms. 

Sonia had remained silent until then, but she didn't seem to happy. She did, however, wait until Lucas was speaking to ask, [color=rosybrown]"Any particular reason we aren't involving the Church in all this? Isn't it foolish not to use every resource we have available?"[/color]

[color=dodgerblue]"I'm willing to bet High Cardinal Margaret won't be pleased with us looking into the Cult,"[/color] Lucas stated, noting her dissatisfaction but giving the room at large his attention. [color=dodgerblue]"Now, then, who's going where? No need to be shy, raise your hands like good boys and girls and speak up so we can hear you."[/color]