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[h1][color=DarkRed]Argus Leandros[/color][/h1]

Argus didn't look up as Joakim scolded him, not really having anything to say in his defense, but at the mention of Zeref, he suddenly looked up at the man with a look of recognition and shock, but he let the man finish speaking before he answered the man's question. "That's a name I haven't heard in a while. It was all the guards talked about at times, though I always thought he was just some dark god that they worshiped or something. To think that a person liked that actually existed . . . that's not a comforting thought. As for getting the book out of me . . . I'd appreciated it, but I don't want any of you to risk you life on this, and this isn't me trying to shun away help. Dark and powerful curses are entwined within it's covers, protecting it from those who'd do it harm and promising death or insanity in return for their efforts. The last time I had someone try to help me remove this curse, I saw them liquefy right before my eyes. . . that was not a pleasant day and it still haunts my dreams at times. So, while I appreciate the offer, well and truly, I'm almost certain that I'm stuck with this burden for the rest of my life." 

Argus' eyes began to turn downward again, the depression from before once again rising to overtake him, only for Isla's outburst and subsequent assault to snap him out of it. He raised his hand up to his face, hissing slightly at the touch, before letting out a small chuckle at her request. "Would if I could, but two problems with that. First, this is more of a robe, and Second, I'm not wearing anything underneath it, and while I don't really mind being naked, I really doubt you guys would be comfortable with that." Argus chuckled a little before a more somber expression came over his face. "And thanks for smacking some sense into me, guess I kinda needed that."

Turning back to Joakim, he gave the man a low bow, before rising and hiding his hand out.

"I'll try my best not to cause trouble till the higher ups come to me with an appropriate punishment. Also, since I don't think we've been properly introduced, My name is Argus Leandros and I'm sorry that our first meeting had to be under such trying circumstances."

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[h1]Nidhogg[/h1]

"Job hunting, huh, wouldn't have figured that with the games going on." Nidhogg said as he managed to find the effort to stand, dusting himself off before turning his attention back t the armored girl "Though I guess it makes sense, you don't seem like one to engage in such things. How very droll, but to each their own I suppose. If you wish, I can show you the way to the board, as I've nothing better to do and nowhere in particular to be."
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[h1]Cyare Staunton: In the City[/h1]

"That would not be unwelcome." The Tactical Mage said, after a moment's pause. She didn't have any particular opinion of the man offering the aid, but she couldn't say it wouldn't be helpful, so she might as well accept. "Feel free to lead the way. I'm Cyare, this is Rei. You might be?"