[center][img]https://i.imgur.com/mpnWOfY.png?1[/img] [img]https://fontmeme.com/permalink/201004/5f1b6f76d402020245389e9a8a1d5884.png[/img][/center] For the time that it took for Duncan to meet with the new mage, Markovis considered the position in which he found himself from such a simple request. Playing babysitter wasn't exactly his forte. It shouldn't prove too challenging. Appearances were deceiving, as the latest member of their elite guild showed. For now, he would observe and complete the task given him. That would prove to be easy at least. At least, it would prove easier than pretending he wasn't also tasked to keeping her under control should the new mage become a threat. Of course, there would be no hiding it if Kurt got overzealous. The older mage kept a positive outlook on the kid being able to handle himself appropriately. Given the spectacle the woman made showing up - something he understood - he was not surprised to see her gather attention. Some of their weaker members would certainly want to connect with someone as apparently brazen as her. Her choice in seats came as no surprise she drew the attention of other S class members as well. Perhaps a bit too much attention if his original assessment was accurate. Markovis stood and approached the table. He stopped, hands folded neatly together behind his back, as his gaze leveled with those before him. "[color=darkslategray]Arvin. Johan.[/color]" Each name received an inclination of his head in greeting to the other members. "[color=darkslategray]I believe Ms. Grasidia would be more comfortable if you did not crowd her.[/color]" His tone was neutral, almost flat, but the seasoned members would not be mistaken to think it was any less an instruction to leave her alone. His dark eyed gaze landed on the woman in question. She was much more unassuming up close, which certainly could prove dangerous. "[color=darkslategray]Ms Grasidia, I am Markovis. When you are ready, I will show you around and explain things. You will find this guild different than the one you were before.[/color]" Another incline of his head, the mage turned and headed back to the table he alone frequented in the corner of the room. She likely needed to process things. He would not press for her company. If she was ready, she could seek him out. When it was right, he would do the same. Right now, it was not the time to press getting acquainted; it was time for her to adjust to her new arrangement. He was in no rush anyways. [hr] [center][img]https://i.imgur.com/501huyZ.png?1[/img] [img]https://fontmeme.com/permalink/200629/d14e870c2957fddad1ff0fb69da13edb.png[/img] [img]https://fontmeme.com/permalink/200817/75b9b689fb38bddda11d879089da01f6.png[/img] [img]https://i.imgur.com/2a2Qvr0.png?1[/img] [img]https://fontmeme.com/permalink/200611/e27c881e7bd0977fcd1c2798ebaa7a72.png[/img] [@Zarkun][/center] Watching the fights, Ria mostly stayed on alert in case there was a rogue display of magic. But after the slayer was downed, there weren't any. It seemed the one Damian was fighting just used magic that once. But still...she wasn't about to risk the safety of those around them. Not until the guy had taken a powerful enough hit that landed him close to both her and Kaden. Considering he didn't seem quick to get up, she figured it was over and dismissed the water shield around them. The wall faded seamlessly, without leaving a trace it was even there before. Salvis landed on his back with a grunt. He pushed himself up to his elbows, gingerly touching his jaw. The grimace of pain quickly gave way to a smirk though, and furthermore a chuckle. "[color=plum]Solid hit. Seriously - Steel Hydra - we've got a hall right in the city.[/color]" Kaden closed the bit of a gap and offered the guy a hand up. "[color=tomato]Alright, enough recruitment. Go peel Teague off the sidewalk.[/color]" He slapped the mage on his shoulder after the man was on his feet. Both laughed. "[color=plum]You know, if you want to come crawling back after your poor decision to leave, I'm sure we can work something out. You'd have to beg to come back as S-Class though.[/color]" "[color=tomato]Aw, how nice of you to be looking out for me. I'm good where I'm at.[/color]" Kaden smirked. "[color=tomato]I'll even keep it quiet that you got beat by a weaker mage from a nothing guild.[/color]" Salvis hoisted Teague up to support the woozy comrade. He chuckled softly. "[color=plum]Meet up at Sunset? Say, around 9pm?[/color]" The guy's gaze shifted to Ria and Damian. "[color=plum]The invitation is open to you two as well.[/color]" "[color=tomato]Sure, maybe you'll have half a chance to get laid if you ditch the dead weight,[/color]" he nodded toward Teague. Ria's brow rose questionably. "[color=aqua]You want us to go out for drinks with you? After you instigated a fight?[/color]" "[color=plum]I didn't start it.[/color]" Salvis looked at Damian with a smirk. "[color=plum]Didn't finish it either, apparently.[/color]" He laughed. "[color=plum]But that's past. Right? So, if that's water under the bridge, we can all appreciate a nice pint. I'll be there. Heard Sunset is one of the better places to drink during festivals here.[/color]" With that, the pair of Steel Hydra mages headed off, Salvis playfully tossing quips about Teague's loss at the still recovering mage. Kaden smirked, shaking his head, before leveling his gaze on Damian. "[color=tomato]Next time, ask before you steal someone's dance partner. That was going to be the most fun I've had since I joined up with this back alley guild.[/color]" He smiled to himself as he turned and started walking away. "[color=tomato]Think about what I asked, Ria. Could really use a decent water mage instructor.[/color]" [hr] [center][@Lunarlord34][@samreaper][/center] The woman eyed Menzai when he started to talk like he had appeared out of thin air just to irritate her. The look only grew colder when he sneezed, despite the apology and her own curt acceptance of it. When he finally got to the point, she sighed. "[color=lavender]Well, the most direct route is following the foot trail that cuts through the forest between here and Crocus. Ain't the safest though. Safest is probably back the way you came - following the main road. Easiest too, given those wheels aren't going to like the bumps the foot path have. Less you jostle those flowers up, the better [i]you'll[/i] have it there, boy. One bad whiff, specially with your allergies, you might not make it back to Crocus. These ain't deadly to humans, but they'll still knock you on your backside for a solid day at the least if you give 'em a sniff before they're finished being prepared.[/color]" That was all the time the woman seemed to have. She turned, almost seeming to forget there were non-workers in the back, and started barking instructions at a pair of young workers who had apparently mixed up orders. The bulkier of the two men who had been helping load up the cart shrugged at them. "[color=rosybrown]Y'all be doin' just fine takin' that cart, though. Ain't too bad to pull if ye can't get help.[/color]" With another shrug, the man turned and headed off to help load up a box another worker was struggling with.