"Sir, movement ahead." One of the musketmen politely informed the duke, who nodded and moved to walk a few steps in fronr of the line of men. He soon recognized Ulric and the rest of the group. It had to be said that the group led by Alexander moved surprisingly fast - maybe the marching drills had really taught them a thing or two.

"I do hope you have some good news, Ulric." The tall nobleman's tone was slightly strained, but still polite. "I am assuming the property isn't trying to hide it's tracks too well, is it?" Alexander dropped on one knee next to Ultic and examined the tracks. "...You wouldn't reckon there are natives here?" He paused to think for a moment how to take this new possibility in to account. "I suggest we do not act with hostility towards the natives, at least for now the property is more important."