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[center][color=6ecff6][h3][u]Ashkevron Residence, Askavi, just outside.[/u][/h3][/color][/center]

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Mikhail heard Xandar barking behind his back as he ran down the stairs, but he didn't had time to reply and even if he had, he was already far from Xandar. Turning his attention to more pressing issues, he saw Gennar dealing with his opponent despite the trouble he was having, leaving the other Eyrien's broken, dead body sprawled on the ground. Quickly turning his eye to the Eyrien who was trying to flee, he saw that despite being hit by multiple attacks, unfortunately, he still managed to flee. The last one remaining was about to be put down due to being in disadvantage. Since the fight was basically won and Mikhail couldn't fly, he instead started making his way back to where the group was.

Even though they had successfully repelled the dogs the queen sent after them this time, Mikhail was sure that it wouldn't end like that. They were still in a risky situation... Not only that, but Xandar's unpredictable and volatile behavior was [i]definitely[/i] a liability to their survival. Keeping Faeril, who already had quite a temper, and now Fatima, whom went as far as to let her emotions take care of her after seeing someone she knew being killed and rushing towards it's body without caring for danger, was already a lot of work. They certainly didn't need someone who was unable to take sensible decisions, didn't know how to listen and couldn't be referred as an 'ally'.

Truth be told, Mikhail wasn't used in working with a group and all that was proving to be [i]much[/i] harder than what he had expected. They were taking unnecessary risks, putting themselves in dangerous situations that could be avoided thanks to their impulsive actions... There were many problems which could be fatal in dangerous situations... After taking a few minutes to put his own thoughts in order and assess the situation they were in and the queen's possible actions after knowing her little force was taken out, he resumed his way to where the rest of the group was. Despite his silence, his expression could only be described as frighteningly cold and hostile. It was ironic on how he had came to have his mind treated, but he was stressing himself as much as he was before.

As he got closer to the group, he couldn't help but hear Faeril's words, almost hissing at Xandar after he, once again, started barking and insulting everyone and everything. The entire situation was just a nightmare for anyone with common sense. Seeing Fatima on the state she was right now only reaffirmed Mikhail's previous thoughts that she absolutely [i]shouldn't[/i] be in a battlefield. Even though she showed the ability to control herself and calm herself down, she only did that [i]after[/i] having an emotional outburst and acting impulsively. He couldn't help but wonder how she was still alive having Xandar by her side... Luckily, he had already gone, back to the Eyrie.

Standing in silence a few steps away from the group, Mikhail simply waited until Fatima was calmer, healing Faeril and gave a few steps forward before finally saying what he wanted to say.

[color=6ecff6]"You two need to better assess the situation. Fatima, even though I understand that it was quite a shock for you, having such an outburst and letting your emotions guide your actions is a fatal mistake in the middle of a battle or any dangerous situation. Faeril, you need to know your limits. Stop trying to put yourself in danger without thinking about the risks and consequences of your actions."[/color] Mikhail said, looking to both of them with a cold, piercing stare.

[color=6ecff6]"It is [i]not[/i] my job to protect neither one of you, but It is within my interest to keep you both alive. At least until our contract is completed."[/color] Mikhail said, looking at Faeril when he spoke the last part.

[color=6ecff6]"That said... Xandar is unreliable, unpredictable and volatile. His impulsive actions are a danger to [i][b]BOTH[/b][/i] of you. He is an arrogant idiot which can [i]not[/i] be considered an ally."[/color] Mikhail warned, in a low, cold tone. It didn't take much to realize where he was going speaking that.

[color=6ecff6]"If any of you still think otherwise... You should really get to him before I do..."[/color] Mikhail said in a threatening tone as he gave a few steps away towards the house, where he stood waiting for what the group would do next.