Those waiting behind Kaila keep their eyes locked on the Guardian but hold their ground. One of them shifts from one foot to the other when Enasi stops, but other than that they are all completely still. Kaila relaxes ever so slightly when he feels the oppressive energy pull back and gives the Dream Guardian a very slight nod of thanks. However he can't suppress a rolling of the eyes when he states the obvious. He can almost feel the sentiment echoed in the other minions but clamps down on his tongue. [i]'So do not need to die here because of my smart mouth. Master Seishu may have been able to shoot his mouth off to this guy, but I. . . . .'[/i] His thoughts trail off as the Guardian continues. A spike of joy runs through him and he can feel tears of joy at the thought of their leader being alive, and not only that, cared for. His joy swings over into pain at the Guardian words as his voice trails off.

The other minions all shift slightly, their upset evident in their eyes only. However they all gasp as one at the sight of their master's precious flower cupped in Enasi's hands. Kaila's hand drifts up, his heart in his throat, it hovers over the flower for several seconds. A pain races through him at the order to retreat, but he tries to not let it show. Gentle as a breath he scoops up the flower into his hand, the backs of his fingers brushing the others palm ever so slightly with the action. When the Guardian steps back Kaila draws the flower close against his chest, but is careful not to crush it. His free hand drops to his side and with a twist of his wrist he orders weapons away.

Without hesitation the naginata vanish from sight and the nightmare minions relax. [i]'Master Seishu is safe, and being taken care of. This one, he seems almost as if he feels bad for our master. He would not have trusted this to Enasi if he didn't trust the man'[/i] He looks back up at Enasi and takes a calming breath before replying. “We will honor the order to withdraw.” As he turns to re turn to the others he pauses. Turned half away from the Guardian Kaila's hair falls about his face as he drops it a bit. He takes another deep breath. “Please, tell him. . . Tell him we fight. We will never stop fighting for our one true Master.” He can not hold back a tear as he turns so that Enasi can see his eyes, and know his resolve. “Tell him Kaila says this, so it must be true. He'll get it. . . .” With a faint smirk Kaila turns, his cape flaring out to billow behind him as he stalks back to the group. As one they part to let him pass, turning to follow him in perfect tandem.

Once through to the other side Kaila holds up the flower for all to see. Several of those gathered give out a cry of joy and triumph, while other break down in tears. Calling above the noise, they all fall silent quickly to hear what he has to say. “We have to withdraw from here so the veil can close back up quickly. We don't want the traitors to find this and use it to try and hurt Master Seishu.” There is a general murmur of agreement but he holds up his free hand for silence. “We will leave a detachment here to make sure the opening is guarded until it closes, but the rest of us should move to a new camp. Let's get it done, for Master Seishu!” The crown echoes the cry and with a snap of his fingers, they all get to work. A group of ten move close to the opening, weapons at the ready, and the rest of the camp begins the tear down. With a sigh Kaila brings the flower up to his lips, pressing them together for a moment. [i]'Just wait Master Seishu, we'll get this mess cleaned up for you before you get back'[/i] With a nod, he slips the flower into his chest pocket and begins helping the others with the packing.

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Having been paying only half attention to the chattering minion Seishu jumps when Rue's face suddenly appears directly in front of his. Despite the minions relatively small amount of power the shock of the proximity isn't lost on his wounds and Seishu lets out a groan as they throb. “Rue, yes, I wasn't paying attention, but did you really forget that you hurt me when you get his close?” With a small yipe Rue backs off, fluttering back to his chair where he tucks his knees under his chin.

“Sorry mister, I keep forgetting. I was just wondering if you're okay because you seem kinda not here.” True concern colors the boy's ramblings and Seishu holds up a hand.

“Yeah, I'm fine, considering, I was just trying to keep track of the meeting.” Casting his senses back out towards the rift he lets out a sigh when he feels the negative energy of his minions vanish. “They seem to have gone home. I'm glad, there didn't seem to be any fighting either.” Seishu smiles and takes a deep breath. 

“Well, that's good, because you said you don't want any of them hurt, and if they tried to fight Lord Enasi, they'd most likely have died, and that would be really bad, hey are you okay?” Rue's ramblings are cut short by a sharp breath from the Nightmare Guardian.

Seishu rolls his eyes. “Yeah, I'll live, but how about you go hunt down one of those doctors to administer some more drugs. I think this dose is wearing off.” Rue nod vigorously before darting out of the room to find a dream medic. Shifting a little to be a bit more comfortable against the headboard he lets his mind drift a bit, doing his best not to think about anything for a while.