Fendros was still for a moment. He had turned a blind eye to Ahnasha's research before, and that undoubtedly involved souls and bodies. All the same, hearing it from Marcaille's mouth sounded unsettling for some reason. Fendros took a breath to silence his mind and attempted a grateful smile.

"Thank you so much, Marcaille. This means a lot to us." Fendros said, successfully hiding his concerns. "If there is anything that we can help you with in the meantime, please say so."

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Sabine resisted the temptations to clarify some things to La'khay. Mainly that they were part of the attacking force and it was possible that some of their friends fell to the gas, meaning that their spirits would not be living on in the traditional sense. However, if there was one thing that Sabine had plenty of practice with in her entire life, it was leaving things unsaid.

Instead, Sabine just found a seat next to La'khay and gave her shoulder a comforting rub. She looked to Peiter and tried to improve his mood with a smile, for what it was worth. With her other hand, she gestured for Peiter to sit next to her.

Sabine resolved to be by La'khay's side for as long as they were needed. They could pick up the painting on the way out. Sabine would have some words to say to Peiter afterwards, as well.