"[b][color=92278f]It was odd and very much unlike her to do so,[/color][/b]' Grant managed to put in his own opinion as he thought carefully. "[b][color=92278f]However...I find it rather interesting that Lola is no longer working for Shion. The explosion and casualties seemed not to be her intention.[/color][/b]"

Emiri looked over at Jaakuna somewhat nervously as he would speak. Nadeline rolled her eyes, clearly displeased with his attitude. "[b][color=fdc68a]Ironically enough, I was...am...glad she appeared when she did.[/color][/b]" Nadeline stated, looking at her own hand as Ultima's symbol would glow gently. "[b][color=fdc68a]Were it not for her, we would not have learned about the Espers and their Chosen Ones. She mentioned that the Gran Kiltas had dreamed of Ivalice's demise, but it seemed these Espers can grant us powers that would be able to combat Zodiark.[/color][/b]"

"[b][color=f6989d]Truly? I haven't heard anything from Chaos in some time...[/color][/b]" Emiri seemed disappointed. "[b][color=f6989d]Yet...you think Shion's appearance was...good?[/color][/b]"

Grant let out a sigh. "[b][color=92278f]I have to find myself agreeing with Nadeline. Shion has a power unlike any other...and today, we witnessed something that could combat it within Wesley.[/color][/b]' Grant nodded at the prince. "[b][color=92278f]Maybe it would not be at her level quite yet, but something within us all--we who were chosen by the Espers--can attain that kind of power.[/color][/b]"

"[b][color=fdc68a]The power of love conquers all.[/color][/b]" Nadeline stated, sporting a grin, though it would falter as she looked at Emiri. "[b][color=fdc68a]And you...you're alright, are you?[/color][/b]"

Emiri looked at Nadeline curiosly. "[b][color=f6989d]Hm? I am worried about Papa...but there's nothing I can do right now.[/color][/b]" She let out a sigh, perching her chin on her hands as her gaze went down to the floor. Nadeline didn't seem to take that well, an annoyed look on her face. Grant looked at Emiri as well, though he wasn't really sure what to say. Emiri looked up, catching Nadeline's eye. "[b][color=f6989d]That's the same look your father gave me.[/color][/b]" She told her quietly, raising her head. 

It was then Nadeline would narrow her eyes. Indeed, Emiri seemed...off. Somehow. She couldn't quite put her finger on it, though her eyes would dart over to Jaakuna, if only for a moment. "[b][color=fdc68a]Did he now?[/color][/b]" Nadeline asked her, placing both her hands on the armrests of her chair.

"[b][color=f6989d]He did.[/color][/b]" She stated, and an odd tension would fill the air as Emiri would stare at Nadeline. The princess would not budge, though she would raise an eyebrow. "[b][color=f6989d]Is there something you'd like to ask, Nadeline? You look like you have something to say.[/color][/b]"

Now it was Grant's turn to raise his eyebrows. "[b][color=92278f]What? I think you misunderstand her, Emiri.[/color][/b]" He said, scratching his cheek.

It was then, however, that the brunette would wince, catching Nadeline's attention. "[b][color=f6989d]Again...my head hurts again.[/color][/b]" Emiri stated, closing one eye.

"[b][color=fdc68a]I'm more than sure that is why Father wanted us to rest up.[/color][/b]" Nadeline said, one finger tapping the couch. She wanted to confront Emiri directly, but she wasn't quite sure if she wanted to do it in front of everyone. And yet, the previous tension seemed to disipate as Emiri would rub her arms.

"[b][color=f6989d]I'm sorry.[/color][/b]" She apologized, completely shocking Nadeline. "[b][color=f6989d]I just...I don't know what's wrong with me right now. I have all these thoughts in my head, I don't know what to think or do with myself right now. I feel like I'm going crazy...[/color][/b]"

Was she wrong? Nadeline was hit with a pang of guilt, and she would look away. Grant would shake his head at Emiri. "[b][color=92278f]It's grief, Emiri. Sorrow, despair...it's not easy, losing one parent and having the other hang in the balance, unknowing if they'll live or die.[/color][/b]" Grant would explain, though he would look at Jaakuna. "[b]I think a moment's reprieve is exactly what we need.[/b]"

Nadeline nodded, and she would stand. "[b][color=fdc68a]I agree. Right now, however, I would like to pay my respects to my aunt.[/color][/b]" She said. "[b][color=fdc68a]A short break, then?[/color][/b]"

"[b][color=92278f]I'd like a moment off my feet.[/color][/b]" Grant waved at Nadeline. "[b][color=92278f]I will do the same once I've caught my breath, chasing you around wore me out.[/color][/b]"