Fer kept his peace as the veiled emissary spoke with Cole.  The young hero frowned at her deeply political view of their actions.  However, the young man knew that in some way or another, their exploits would be used politically.  The King had intended for their fame to spread.  It would not be crazy to believe that he had some stake in that.  

Fer did not like the implications of that, but he figured that his feelings would have no sway in the events that were to come.  He had been a fool think that his role in this world was merely as a soldier.  He scowled at the idea of being a tool or a toy for those in higher power. 

Their actions were being tracked and recorded.  Even the Bow and the Spear were closely monitored.  To what end?  Perhaps the powers that be wanted to see which one would be best suited to be the figure head?  

Fer turned to Cole.  The young man was a good pick.  He was trustworthy, honorable and seriously wanted to help.  He would be the proverbial boy next door that the population could identify with and claim as one of their own.  The Spear hero seemed too secretive, too happy with just being on the sidelines.  The Bow it seemed too unstable to count on but the young hero knew that the skill was probably worth the trouble. 

He was brought out of his musings by Auriel announcing her departure and confirming she would do what she could to try and find some answers for him.  The young hero watcher her go.  The sway of her wings brought a smile to his face.  Fer would probably never get over the fact that she was real.  He hoped that she would find something of use.  Though from what he had gathered from both emissaries who came and contacted them, records about the shield may not be as abundant as records for the other weapons.  Why did some resent the Shield so? 

He unconsciously moved his hand to the bracer that housed his shield while it was not being used.  The green gem glinted as if it understood his feelings.  Fer looked at it a bit.  The he turned to Cole.  [color=0054a6]“I guess we must try to find Marcino or figure out how to best get him to come in our little adventure.  Like the emissary said, with him along the task will be a sure success.”[/color]