[@PaulHaynek] 

[quote]"Everyone, listen to me! I know that not only some of us are yokai but we also just battled warriors who were your sworn defenders, but please believe us that we are here to help. We were always here to help, only if you'll let us."

The Shizuyama villagers whispered amongst each other but made no direct reply to Ayu's speech. After a few moments of deliberation, they dispersed and returned to their own little corners in the temple grounds.

Ayu let out a tired sigh and turned to the taskforce. "Well, I take it that they don't completely trust us but at least they trust us enough not to freak out at us." She let out another sigh before continuing. "It'll take some time for them to come around. Although, I believe we can help that process. Why don't you all take a look around and see if there's anything you can do for some of the villagers. I'm sure some of them are already on board with us."[/quote]

[color=fff79a]"Well, you gotta start building trust somewhere, I guess."[/color], Kerry commented as she watched Gringor wander off into the woods. Part of her wanted to follow him, but thought better of it. The high orc can keep himself in check and not cause trouble.....hopefully.

[u]A Bridge Too Far[/u]

[quote]"Yokai, the Varjans have taken the bridge leading to Terauchi Pass, the road that connects to here. Many people travel that bridge, especially now. Please, you have to do something."[/quote]

[color=fff79a]"Well we can't let that slide now, can we? Leave it to me, I'll make sure that bridge is Varjan-free in no time!"[/color]

With that reassurance, Kerry took to the skies and headed toward said bridge.