Delcastles reply was a broad smile and a chuckle, pleased to see two out of the three invites had accepted to come along. Something about the day struck him as almost perfect for what he had I mind. The night before, he had planned to fight duo with Bulwar and let then figure out where to fit in but that wouldn't work now. Instinct told him to test both about combat immediately before they fought todays big league monster. "welcome, welcome, glad you could make it." Smoothly he dipped into a bow, taking her hand and lightly kissing it, fully expecting her to blush. Delcastles laughter wouldn't be mocking her if she did. "apologies. Our mother always said to treat ladies with respect." Another shallow bow and he motioned for her to join the now solid group of four. "today will be a simple run. Gather herbs, iron, meat, leather, and any strong items we can. Gonna be a lot of fighting, so if you get tired please do not hesitate to speak up. Bulwar and Me run a hard course but we aren't monsters." He eyed Mai'lo for a moment. "and we don't keep secrets." His smile was back in a flash. "now!" He clapped his hands for emphasis, "Mai'lo and Bulwar, I want you to go on ahead and familiarize yourself with the formation. Bulwar, keep it simple, Mai'lo? Hit hard." Both gave a shrug and started off on the route to the looming trees in the distance. It would take the better part of the morning to reach them but it was a straight walk through easy territory. Delcastle stood quietly as the others left, waiting for them to be out of sight before he got down to business. "you're scared. I can see it in your eyes. Nervous about your actions and the future." Gently he placed his arm on her shoulder. "I promise that me and Bulwar have no interest in risks to life and limb. We are profiteers, we build a name and trade our wares to willing merchants..." His thoughts careened back to the night before. The barkeep had told him two strange foxtailed women had slept in the same rented room he had purchased for Cinera, driving the price up just a tad bit. "Might be a surprise but I already met your fox friends. Though I doubt they know or care what I had to say. One of em is aimin' to be a merchant but I doubt shes got a supply chain ready. We get back, think you can organize a trade deal with them on World Walkers behalf?"