As the adventurers filled their groups and conversed, Maya had scrawled a small note on Noelle's mission. She was worried about this. All three of these missions were on such a short notice. She couldn't help but think that these young adventurers were going to take on missions that they barely knew anything about. Of course, that caring thought was slashed as soon as she heard the word "sexy" come from Yuel's mouth.

Maya despised that nickname. It made her feel as though she was being denigrated - belittled - by Yuel. Despite this, Maya didn't outwardly show any change. She remained the smiling and caring receptionist that she always was. [color=bcbcbc]"Hold on Yuel. If you're willing for any mission, we should let the others choose first,"[/color] Maya said.

While speaking to Yuel, Alexander had suddenly appeared in front of her. Alexander had held up his hand as if to receive the paper. Maya was instantly taken aback. She didn't expect him to be like that. In fact, she didn't even know why he was there. He just appeared, not even saying a word. It was incedibly awkward. He must had stood there for at least an eternity. At least, that's what it felt like for Maya. She looked down at her papers. She quickly picked one up and put it into Alexander's hand. By some miracle, it was the quest that he wanted - goods recovery.

After subtly nudging Alexander to go wait by Leonore, Diana had chosen to help the sick. As quickly as Diana appeared, she had left to prepare. Maya liked this attitude. It made things go by much more easily than it would have. 

The odd one, Ahnciel, had asked to join. Maya quickly went to deny his request, but bit her tongue as she realized that he was the only one who had known where the ship was. [color=bcbcbc]"I suppose that, as a one time thing, we can allow you to come along,"[/color] Maya said to Ahnciel before turning to Leonore, [color=bcbcbc]"and make sure he doesn't get hurt."[/color] 

Leonore rolled her eyes. After all, guarding others was Leonore's least favourite job.

Despite Clara speaking to Noelle, Noelle was dead silent. In fact, she didn't even respond. Not even a cursory glance. Oddly enough, the large blade on Noelle's back had managed to move to be firmly planted on the hard-oak floor. Noelle's head was already resting on the guard, her eyes barely open. She had managed to fall asleep.

As Liv had chosen to recover some supplies, she acted as a perfect segue for the large Orc to introduce himself. Maya didn't reconize him, so, while the large orc was embarassed by his kitty-wolf's actions. Maya decided that she needed to help him. [color=bcbcbc]"Well Hardy, it's great to have such a strong man as yourself to help. And your wolf Hardy Jr. seems to be such a sweetheart! Good luck on the mission!"[/color] She had sweetly said.

Laurence, however, was much less receptive to introductions. Upon seeing Irene curtsy, he snapped back at her. [color=99ddff]"Don't be so polite. This isn't some thing to be proud of. This is dirty work."[/color] Laurence, be it by his mission or the politeness of this woman, was extraordinarily cold. Moreso than his regular self. 

Granoda had placed the letter on the reception desk. Maya, keeping it a secret to herself, was actually surprised she could reach that high. [color=bcbcbc]"Of course, I'll mail it out this evening,"[/color] Maya had said before leaning over the counter to whisper to Granoda, [color=bcbcbc]"But, as for the teacher bit, I think we both know how it's going to end up if you get some... recruits. But this is important. Don't tell the others but... delivering this medicine is bad news. This was all kept hush, not a soul should know have known about it, but we've been getting some threats about delivering the medicine. So, as a special mission for you, I would like you to protect everyone who's heading to the village."[/color]

Almost as if a curse, the first bad thing happened. Grisia's introduction had awoken Noelle. Almost instantly, Noelle panicked. She quickly let go of her sword. It clambered to the ground, letting out a loud clang as the sword laid flat. [color=cc99ff]"I'm awake, I'm awake, I'm awake!"[/color] Noelle exasperated in a panic. She quickly held her heart. That terrified her. It took a while, but she had managed to control her ragged breathing. Almost instantly, her paniked expression had turned to an blank face. Expressionless, calm, and collected. She was pretending that her shock never happened.

Derrien had volunteered to go wherever was needed. Which was nice, in fact. Laurence had been largely ignored, save for Irene wanting to be beautiful (and get coin).

However, not everything was sunshine and rainbows. Wren, as a result of eating his food too quickly, had succumbed to severe cramps. He almost instantly dropped to the ground, clutching his stomach. Rather quickly, a man came from the bar, picking up Wren and carrying him outside before he could yarf all over the good rugs. Maya had a look on her face. It was unable to be described. However, upon seeing it, every one of the adventurers knew that they should not talk about this moment ever again.

[color=bcbcbc]"Well. You folks have 3 hours to prepare. Yuel, Derrien, head out with Laurence to help destroy some burrows. The two carts to head out is just outside. Get to it when you're all ready. Laurence, Yuel, Derrien, and Irene: You guys are on foot. Good luck! And Lumi! Don't think I don't see you twiddling your thumbs over there. You're going to the village with Noelle!"[/color]