[color=DCDCDC] "And I'm Cassandra,"[/color] the blonde said with a grin. [color=DCDCDC]"If you ever need someone well-versed in the Dark Arts, come find me. I admit, it's usually not the most in-demand of magical talents, but it does have its uses." [/color] She took the flask from Kate, noting the deep green color of the contents. As she pocketed it, she gave the potioneer a gentle, almost imperceptible nod. [color=DCDCDC] "Thank you, Kate. You're right; these will help me create some pretty cool new spells, or at least travel with them." [/color] She then gave Jeremy the once-over; it didn't exactly hurt that he was attractive in an off-beat sort of way. [color=DCDCDC]"No offense meant, Jeremy, but it's somewhat odd to see a newcomer here for the first time at the initiation. Honestly, you've got me kind of curious. Why join the Dying Branch instead of another coven? Why us?"[/color]