Meesei was chuckling internally right along with Sabine upon Ariel's reaction. Eventually, Ariel regained her composure enough to continue her questioning. "His father is a staunch traditionalist, from what I heard." Meesei answered. "I never met him myself, though I imagine I would have liked to. I have to admit that I get some personal enjoyment over proving my magical prowess to those who doubt me. Especially if they are doubting me for being Argonian. Regardless, the majority of Fendros' family were eventually glad to see him, so I believe Ahnasha and Fendros found the wedding to be a success."

"Have there been any troubles for you here?" Meesei continued, looking curiously at Ariel. "I know you are with Rukeewei; has his family been accommodating to you? Or does he have family in the city, other than his brother? Are there any people in the city who have mistreated you because of it? Thorn does have more outside influence than a lot of Black Marsh cities, but I know well how isolationist Argonians can be. Luckily, Black Marsh has never had anything specifically against Bretons, being on the exact opposite side of Tamriel from High Rock."

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Again, the Argonian took a while to respond. He looked Gallus and Cuts over from top to bottom, the suspicion never leaving his eyes. Obviously, he was having difficulty resolving what to do about the information that had been thrust upon him, let alone Gallus' insistence to come inside. "Outsiders have caused nothing but pain ever since they have stepped into our lives. If my nephew's sickness wasn't enough, they come and take away the only parent he had left. But, if you [i]really[/i] are their enemy..."

The Argonian gave another look over Gallus, particularly focusing on his blade. "If you both give me your weapons, I will let you into my home."