Ashara smiled and nodded at Kath's words. Of course it was to be expected that the resident bookworm of the Chateau would want to bring some of her scriptures with her on the journey. Though, the fox wasn't exactly sure [i]how[/i] having books would help them deal with the villagers - or whatever else inhabited the settlement below - but then again Ashara wasn't as smart as the Chapter Keeper of the library. In fact, it was reassuring to have someone so knowledgeable and wise along with her, since Kath would be more likely to do all the important conversing and explaining, not to mention the Chapter Keeper was far more likely to know exactly [i]what[/i] Lord Rodias wanted to find information on, and how to get it!

Not too long passed before another lovely lady joined their little pow-wow. This one being the adorable little slime-chef. As soon as Ashara heard Flan's voice, and caught a whiff of the tray's bounty she was holding, her tails began to wag in a disorderly and energetic fashion, and a wide smile spread across the white-haired fox-girl's face. Watching Kath take one of the snacks, Ashara proceeded to do the same, delicately plucking one of the little treats from the tray.

"Ah, Miss Flan. As lovely and thoughtful as always." She said, proceeding to take a small, careful nibble from her cookie. A happy noise escaped her lips and the elegant fox placed a hand on her cheek, with a blissful expression on her face. "Delicious as always~"

It was true though, Flan's cooking was second-to-none and despite what Miss Mamoru might claim, the fact was that the slime could cook the dragonoid's socks off! Of course, being that her food was so delicious, it also unfortunately attracted pests. More precisely, [i]that thing[/i] managed to sniff out and arrive at the scene. Having first run her mouth during the meeting with Rodias, stated depressing and questionable things - and now, showing up to greedily proclaim that she would eat anything the rest didn't scarf down? Truly, this [i]creature[/i] was truly without grace or form. The fact that its mere presence also caused discomfort didn't exactly earn it any points either.

"Careful, Miss Light. If you eat too muhch you might grow fat." Ashara warned, still taking careful and modest nips at her treat. Luckily, her voice was calm and friendly as usual, an d her face betrayed no signs of discontent or animosity. And in truth, it wasn't like Ashara disliked Light, she just found her presence uncomfortable and her personality... Well, in need of improvement, shall we say?

As the ladies of the Chateau were busy with each other - and Flan - one of the gentlemen approached, speaking up from behind Mamoru. Ashara cast a sideways glance, even though she recongized the voice without looking. The Goblin General seemed anxious to get going, but at least he had the decency to come and ask his partner if she was ready to go. Ashara coudl appreciate that - and feeling a bit mischievous, she placed a hand infront of her mouth while smiling devillishly.

"Oh my, Miss Mamoru, it seems your date is here to escort you. Ufufu~" She giggled slightly.

Still, while she appreciated the offered snacks and the slight, informal break from their daily duties, the fact was that there was work to be done. Work assigned by the Sable Lord, and regent of the Chateau, himself no less! Turning her gaze back to Kath, Ashara spoke again.

"I suppose I shall wait and meet up with you outside the main gate then, milady." She said, not needing to collect or grab anything herself. She had everything she needed on her person, after all. Well, except one thing.

"Oh, and Miss Flan." She turned her head back to the cook.

"Could I perhaps bring one of these cookies along on our trip?" She asked, tails wagging again as she nibbled at the baked sweet.

Once that was all done and over with, she'd head for the foyer and then outside - onto the mountain and her take her first look at this brand new world...