Talbot continued to sit upon his horse, only allowing his gaze to move from the door of the inn when someone addressed him. It was a Dark Mage; not only that, but someone he had seen before. He smiled at this ‘Logan’ fellow, dipping his head as far as he could without wincing in pain. ”My name’s Talbot of Ylisse.” he told him. ”And I suppose that you can call me the leader of this group for the time being… I don’t think anyone else wants to.” he heaved a sigh and looked into the distance. ”So we’re being joined by royalty? Great.” he rolled his eyes sarcastically. He didn’t want some pompous prince or princess on this trip. They would probably complain that there was sand in their shoes. ”Anyway, I do we get going soon. The trip will be a long and hard one.” Yes, it would be. They would have to go back into Ylisse, which would be especially dangerous for the Shepherds. If they acted in any other way other than a band of pilgrims, word could get to the ears of officials. The last thing they needed was a battle back at home. Their enemies would have a report for Darrian before they could even leave Ylisse. Talbot shuddered at the thought. If those men came after them, and they actually engaged in battle, they would be slaughtered. They all looked so strong… Talbot offered Logan another smile. [b]”So, Logan, why are you joining us? I mean, you do know that we are being hunted down by Ylisseans. It will be a shame if you get caught in a particularly nasty battle and become wounded.”[/b] it was merely curiosity that made Talbot speak. The sun was shining down at them, its bright rays bearing down upon him and his horse without mercy. He sighed, glancing up as if cursing it and turning back to the door. [b]”Let’s [i]go![/i]”[/b] --- [b]”I don’t get to speak to a prince very often.”[/b] Lumara purred out, avoiding talking about more… involved things and getting straight to the point. [b]”Perhaps we can meet later on? I already have an appointment with that Dark Mage fellow, though.”[/b] s Someone called out once again, and she looked over her shoulder at the door. That mage was bound to have her lance up his ass at one point. He was already annoying the crap out of her. She turned toward the prince and the other woman, grinning softly. [b]”Well, I best be getting downstairs, then. You should too. His noise can get a tad bit irritating even if you do ignore it.”[/b] stretching her arms over her head, she turned and walked down the hallway and stairs, exiting the inn and walking up to Caius. The day was getting hotter and hotter by the minute. Lumara brushed a strand of hair behind her ear and placed a foot in the stirrup of the saddle, swinging her leg over the other side. The beast raised his head and stood straighter. [b]”Ferox is gonna be really cold, buddy.”[/b] she told Caius, patting his side and frowning. Caius huffed as if he knew. [b]”You might freeze up a bit. Don’t worry, I’ll keep you warm. Maybe I can get some cloth that’s left over from our supplies and put it on you.”[/b] Her gaze lifted from her mount and flicked to the three men and one woman that had gathered in front of the inn. Ah, there was the mage… [b]”Hey, are you joining me during this trek or not? There’s enough room for one more~”[/b] --- As Ambra was waiting, she caught sight of Zaino leaving the inn and walking up to the group. He was wearing his shirt that she had washed and fixed as he was bedridden. It looked so much better than how it originally looked… He seemed to walk up to her, but instead, he walked straight past her as he spoke. So he was staying? She grinned, looking back at him. He seemed to separate himself from the rest of the group, which didn’t bother her. At least he was coming along. She could breathe easily now. Ambra looked back toward Talbot and the other mage, frowning when they began to speak about going to Ylisse. She didn’t want to go to Ylisse, but they had no choice. In order to get to Regna Ferox, they would have to cut through Ylisse. Ambra hoped that they didn’t even think about stopping at Ylisstol. That would be idiotic… thankfully, the mage on the horse did not seem stupid. [i]Just stay calm, Ambra. Everything will be okay…[/i]