Meesei smiled. "I think that you will find that us ephemeral races weather change well. We do not have centuries for patience, so we have to act quickly, and embrace whatever chaos might follow. The unknown does not frighten me. I know what I can do, I know what you can do, and I believe we are strong enough to face the future together."

Meesei pulled Lunise into a tight hug, rubbing her back at the same time. "Does that help?"

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"Agreed." Saras replied, gathering up his notes into a neat pile. He stood up and moved his gaze across everyone at the table. "I am sure we all have much to do, whether it relate to this mission, or the clan as a whole. We should get to work, but if anyone should think of any ideas that could at all improve our chances of succeeding here, please bring it to our attention. No advantage is too insignificant to consider."

The meeting adjourned with a far more divisive mood than usual. It was hard to find someone that did not look upset or worried for one reason or another. Regardless, there was at least no one refusing to comply with the agreement they had come to. For better or worse, they had a plan. Ahnasha was trying to keep a confident attitude as she left the chamber, but Fendros would be able to see the hints of fear in her expression.