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[quote]"I'm fairly sure Lady Kyouko's still readying some stuff back in Otomo Port. And with the Varjan blockade surrounding the island and the major ports occupied, it's gonna be hard for her to come here with her forces. Uhh, sorry for getting your hopes up if I did."[/quote]

[color=fff79a]"Eh. Whatever she needs for this to go more smoothly, let her take her time. Seems like we're in this for the long haul, anyway"[/color], Kerry replied with a shrug.

[quote]"Anyway, you all can take a breather first before heading out. I believe we even have some hot springs near here if you wanna take a dip."[/quote]

[quote]"I think I'll take you up on that offer for the hot springs, I've not had the chance to use one in quite some time so it should be a nice time of relaxation"[/quote]

[color=fff79a]"Count me in, Yuki. A dip in the hot springs sounds absolutely divine right now."[/color]

Before the girls could make their way however, Gringor had returned from his quest.....looking [b]quite[/b] worse for wear.

[color=fff79a]"G-Gringor!?[/color], the hornet exclaimed, looking bewildered at the high orc's battle-worn appearance. [color=fff79a]"Dude, you look like you lost a fight to a tornado full of rocks and knives! The hell happened out there!?"[/color]