Leaps-Over-Turtles leaned forward slightly, eying Ariel suspiciously before looking to Juseich. [i]"I am still not convinced this is a good idea. Wild mages can know terrible and profane magic, rituals that can bring harm to the city, even unintentionally."[/i]

Juseich was silent for a few moments as she thought, then eventually crossed her arms as she looked back to Leaps. [i]"The jewel has not revealed any deception so far. It takes great strength to rebel against the life one was raised in, like the sons and daughters of slavers who sacrificed everything to help their victims. Now, please, back to the questions."[/i]

Leaps-Over-Turtles grunted slightly and refocused his attention to Ariel. He was skeptical, but not entirely unreasonable. If Ariel could answer his questions in a satisfactory manner, he would allow it. "Do you believe that your previous association with the witches will bring harm to Thorn, and will your skills be a benefit to the economy and well-being of Thorn's people?"

Meesei wished she could speak up, but these questions only Ariel could answer. It was she who was going to be living here, so only her answers had any true value. Meesei could provide her recommendation and attest to Ariel's skill, but she could do little more at the moment.