[center][h3][color=fff200]--Lisia--[/color][/h3][/center]

[@PaulHaynek] [@CitrusArms]

Lisia was bewildered by even more revelations. She realized that Varjan was a prodigy, but she wasn't fully aware of the nature of his relationship with his family. Let alone their greed and connection to the underworld. 

[color=fff200]"My father had spoken briefly about the Caldeyron family even so often, but...I must admit that this is all lost on me. I didn't know they weren't of true noble blood, having earned their status through sheer hard work and determination. But, to use should despicable tactics is uncalled for! Especially for what they put Varjan through..."[/color] The princess had trailed off for a moment, lost in her own thoughts. [color=fff200][i]I had no idea Varjan wanted to be a sculptor. To such selfish aspirations placed on oneself...[/i][/color]

She realized something was bothering Varjan even before the tournament had started. During their school periods, she noticed how antisocial he was. She was surprised that Mira and the others were able to befriend him, though as they stated it was all planned. 

[color=fff200]"I had tried to consult him, ask him what was wrong. But I couldn't get through to him. The way he worded it, it sounded like I had failed his expectations. If perhaps I weren't so inept I could have stopped this..."[/color] A combination of events that have transpired in the capital city for the past few days have stirred various emotions within Lisianthus. She felt her chest tightening as she bit her lip in frustration. 

After hearing the rest of the story, it seemed that Lumina was ready to head out into the thick of it. Perhaps the princess could draw strength from this woman, she seems to take everything in stride and doesn't sweat the small stuff. 

[color=fff200]"If that's the case, then there's no time to falter. It's time I did my part and made things right among my fellow students. Lumina, you have my sincerest gratitude for offering your aid."[/color]

With her resolve somewhat hardened, Lisia braced herself for the trials ahead. With the way things are with the Caldeyron house, they would likely have to prepare themselves for anything. She promptly followed the trio out of the room, her mind made up. She would find and help Varjan in any way she could. 

[hr]

[center][h3][color=00aeef]--Enishi--[/color][/h3][/center]

[@PaulHaynek]

Enishi looked at Vitalion, his expression quite serious. [color=00aeef]"That woman has done many a terrible deed, all for the sake of sating her primal urge for self-gratification. More specifically, she's taken much from me."[/color] He paused for a moment to gaze up at the night sky, his eyes lost in the twinkling stars. 

[color=00aeef]"You know, despite her ravenous killing streak, she doesn't usually willingly hunt down innocent people. She's really only attracted to those who have considerable power. Sir Juan was an unfortunate exception, she was probably just playing up the role she was given by that ring of criminals. It...it's not the only civilian she's killed however. There was once a..."[/color] Enishi paused again, the look on his face showed hesitation. As though he could get out what he truly wanted to say. 

[color=00aeef]I'm sorry Vitalion-san. Is not something I really wish to speak of, as it is a very private matter. Just know that she'll pay for her crimes in full force! And yes, her bounty is [b]quite high[/b] as you would expect."[/color]

Everyone had secrets they would rather keep to themselves, the bounty hunter was no exception to this. He didn't want to end the conversation on a sour note, however. 

[color=00aeef]"So since things went well with Orlov, I imagine Lumina-kun is doing fine? I know she wanted to hunt Hisana down as well, has she decided to stay in the capital and continue the hunt?"[/color]

[hr]

[center][h3][color=9e005d]--Hisana--[/color][/h3][/center]

[@PaulHaynek]

The adept boy offered an interesting proposal. Instead of drug enhancements, Varjan stated he could increase her strength his own special sorcery. While Hisana was the last person to feel that she need aid from others, she didn't outright dismiss his offer. Having more strength meant that she could have even more exciting fights. On the other hand, however, being enhanced by his magic may mean that he would have more power to subjugate her under his will. While she didn't have much of a problem with Annabelle, Keith shenanigans had nearly gotten her iced. Needless to say, she was not enthralled by the prospect of working with others again. 

However, Hisana felt that it wouldn't be wise to cross an entire group of people while still not at 100%, especially when one of those people is one of the most gifted mages in a kingdom renowned for magic. 


[color=9e005d]Hmm. What would you say if I refused to gain your enhancement magic, but still offered my services to your cause? It's just that I'm rather cautious when it comes to introducing foreign magic into my body.💧 If you still have doubts about my base skill level, I could perhaps prove myself in a...contest of sorts?❤️[/color]

Truthfully, she didn't give a damn about the effects on her body. She was spindling her words to get herself within the groups good graces while still trying to maintain her autonomy. She could try to escape, but when would she get another chance to get this close to her prize?