Shinlo blinked and said “oh right, I guess this does look odd. I have been watching since I finally tracked her down in the woods a few days ago. That energy pulse she let out. I’ve been looking for her for a long time. Also trying not to be tracked by the Mistress of the Dark. Not easy. But tonight I sensed Ash’s power again and knew something was wrong so I figured I better get out of hiding and help. Though it seems I was more right then I thought…Ash hasn’t been herself since I’ve been watching. Her memory? Is it blocked?”