[h2]Rui, Near Lein[/h2]

"By my lord, of course," the swordswoman stated, as if that explained everything. She made no move to obstruct Lein's passage and quietly fell in behind him. Perhaps too quietly--without checking over his shoulder, it was a little hard to tell that she was actually [i]there[/i]. It wasn't the most descriptive explanation possible... but on the other hand, at least the ashen-haired swordswoman was answering questions.

It just might take more questions. Or working out the mindset of such a dedicated retainer.

[@PigeonOfAstora]