[@MarshiestMallow] Darric nodded towards Callie. [color=lightgreen]"Yes, I agree. The young ones should be trained to protect themselves. But they will not be in the heart of the battle. It would distract the more veteran fighters if our young are harmed."[/color] He turned towards the door of the cabin just as a knock echoed on it. It was Claudia's turn to nod towards Callie. [color=lightpink]"A strong one please. We need all the time we can get to prepare..."[/color] her voice trailed off as her eyes fell on a tall, slender blonde female that walked past her and straight towards Caius. [color=tan]"Caius, thank God you're safe. I traveled miles back here as soon as I heard,"[/color] the newcomer said as she wrapped her arms around the younger of the twins. She promptly pressed a quick kiss on her lips and then began fussing over him, asking questions about what happened. All Caius could really do was blink in surprise. And then he cleared his throat. [color=turquoise]"I'm okay, Hannah,"[/color] he said, gently moving her arms off him. [color=turquoise]"My girlfriend was there to help."[/color]