[@Athol]

Stephan was searching through the possessions of the Snakemen when Yui came up asking if there was anything good. "[color=f7976a]These weapons are near ancient, and of fine quality as well, they could fetch a nice price on the market, otherwise I don't see much of value.[/color]" he said while looking at one of the blades and placing it to the side before drawing his own knife and carefully started to remove the Monster's soul stone. One quick cut at the top of the chest cavity, a loud pop as he broke the manubrium then digging his hand inside until he drew out a three inch diameter pale green stone. "[color=f7976a]Very decent Soul Stones. Might be worth more than the weapons.[/color]" he added the note as he cleaned the blood off the gem and his hands before pocketing it. "[color=f7976a]Take what you want, Jing does not regulate what we keep from the kills, although if something magical comes up he might take notice and allocate it to whoever would use it the best.[/color]" Stephan added while moving on to the next corpse taking the sword with him as he got up.

[@RoccanIronclad][@Sync][@Valorous]

After a quick chat on their intentions Jing agreed to allow Hafrbjǫrn and Garrett to stay with the irregulars at least for the time being. Although he saw potential in the two he wasn't willing to wright up a contract in the middle of some desert ruins with only seeing them in action for such little time. After that was taken care of Jing turned his attention to Jenramo "[color=7bcdc8]Looks like Snakes this time... You know how much I hate snakes right?[/color]" Jing asked half joking. "[color=7bcdc8]But either way we have to press on, a lone journal entry won't pass as evidence of his death. With our numbers bolstered a bit we shouldn't have much problem though. Lets let everyone rest a bit then we shall press on and continue deeper into the ruins[/color]" he continued a returning to his more serious mood then placed his hand onto Jenramo's shoulder, "[color=7bcdc8]You need to be more careful out there, that sword is powerful, but it makes you reckless. You can't just allow yourself to be hit, one of those hits may well end you old friend.[/color]" Jing scolded him a bit, this wasn't the first time he would have this conversation with Jenramo and it probably wouldn't be the last. Even then Jing had to voice his concern. The two had fought together for years and the man was the closest thing Jing had to a little brother so Jing couldn't help but worry for him at times.

[@Lyla]

Alm listened to Nanami's response and gave a small smile, "[color=00aeef]Personally I think there will be traps, which sadly I hope those who came before us fell into instead of us. And there will certainly be more creatures, these type usually answer to some patriarch probably resting deeper in these ruins. Aside from the danger though this place is magical. Just think of how this place must of looked in its prime.[/color]" He said moving over to one of the stone pillars and whipped some of the dirt off of it revealing an ornate carving surrounded by a jade border. "[color=00aeef]It would of been wonderful to see this back before the dirt... It must of been some palace. And that of course also means there should be a good bit of treasure deep within for those willing to brave it.[/color]" Alm continued. "[color=00aeef]These missions... no Adventures are so amazing we get to peak into the world of the old age before we were abandoned and hunted when mankind was truly great.[/color]" he said letting a little bit of his philosophy out before reigning it back in. "[color=00aeef]Don't worry little Songbird by the time we leave these ruins you are sure to see a wondrous sight, although there is a good chance of a terrible and terrifying sight as well so keep up your guard and remember if you end up flying to high your wings won't get clipped as long as I am around, although I would appreciate it if you don't make me jump into the fire to save you.[/color]" He said sending her a grin for a moment before clapping his hands together to get the dust off of them. "[color=00aeef]Well I better get back to work before Jing scolds me.[/color]" He said giving a little bow before taking his leave.

[@ShwiggityShwah][@HowlsOfWinter]

Gwen listened to Octavia's thoughts and was about to comment when Pox came to interrupt. She didn't say anything as Octavia gave her little lie and tried to put the doctor's nerves at ease. "[color=a187be]Nothing to worry about Sir Pox,[/color]" She said in a calm voice. "[color=a187be]I'm sure you can take care of this little bit. Now if you will excuse me I have to go work on a little spell for miss Octavia here. It seems the poor girl hasn't been able to sleep well lately and all the natural means don't seem to be helping so I'll go cook something else up for her. Until then please watch after her for me.[/color]" Gwen said as she walked past Pox and went back into the tomb to let the two talk. She would return some time later to offer Octavia a choice. Gwen had taken the time to look through her Grimoire and found a spell that would protect Octavia from many forms of Possession but it wasn't a guaranteed fix so she could either use the spell to proceed in with the group or Gwen could get Shion to stay back with her for protection while the others proceeded deeper into the tomb if she wasn't wanting to take the chance. Gwen would of stayed herself, but things inside the tomb were uneasy and she felt her magical skills would be needed later on.

[Everyone]

Jing let the group rest for a bit after the battle before getting everyone ready to move deeper into the tomb. The path they would take was clear as the tracks left by the snakemen were fresh and easy to follow. As they went deeper into the tomb more corpses were found but not in the magnitude of the entrance, these ones deeper in seemed to put up a fight as the signs of battle were clear and there were places where you could tell a body was removed meaning some of the snakemen had fallen to these soldiers, Stephan commented that they might of been the Noble's personal guards after a quick rummaging and searching through their belongings. There were plenty of side paths that begged to be searched but yet the group pressed on for what seemed like hours until coming across a grand ornate door laying open. In front of the door a group of corpses sprawled out in a semi-circle with a single corpse in the center. Jing moved forward checking the man in the center finding a journal in the man's hands. The last entry reading "[color=aba000]We have finally solved the puzzle. I now record this moment when Mankind finally reclaims their lost heritage! Soon all mankind will know the name Frances Darkwing![/color]" Jing sighed while taking a ring off of the Nobles finger. "[color=7bcdc8]Well he is dead, looks like the Snakes came from behind the door.[/color]" he said while putting the ring and the journal into his pack. "[color=7bcdc8]Now we are left at a bit of an crossroads. We completed our job, we can leave here and now and get paid as is. But that leaves these snakemen who could easily kill any who attempt to use this tomb as shelter or come to study its secrets in the future.[/color]" Jing explained almost as if trying to convince himself to stay. "[color=7bcdc8]So with that said I'll put this up to a vote. We can stay find the Snakemen Patriarch slay it and turn them against themselves as they will fight for control of the clan leaving them weakened and possibly even eliminating them from this area, or we can turn around and head home.[/color]" He asked with the slight hope that the group would choose the ladder so he could get back to a nice bed. Alm was the first to speak up after the question was posed. "[color=00aeef]We can't just sit back and let these things kill whoever comes here I vote to press on.[/color]" He said in a bit of a determined voice trying to coax the others to his side.