[center][h1][color=lightblue]Galahad Caradoc[/color][/h1]
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Galahad's high spirits couldn't last forever. Though a whole week of basically everything going exactly to plan may have lulled him into the faint, false hope that maybe everything would just work out perfectly from here on out. Of course, he should have known better. Their journey from Drana to Edren went smoothly enough, and they'd been on track to arrive in Earl Demet's territory on time. But as always, Etro found a way to put Galahad back in his place. This time, that came in the form of a particularly unpleasant adventuring party- one that was, unfortunately, rather recognizable, at least by the original members of the Kirins: Éliane, Izayoi and himself.

To make matters worse, the Unicorns found themselves facing off against the scion of the Demets, Wulfric himself. Galahad scowled, his face thankfully hidden by his helmet. He should've known that getting through the Earl's territory without running into Wulf was impossible, though part of him had hoped that they would. What really soured Galahad's mood was that in this particular case, Wulfric was in the right. The Unicorns were effectively strangers imposing on the Demet territory, much like the Kirins. Though, unlike the Kirins, the Unicorns seemed to have no intention on playing nice. 

Galahad sighed as he idly pat Miina's shoulder. [color=lightblue]"Unfortunately, they [i]are[/i] rather important. Or at least this half is-"[/color] Galahad gestured to Wulfric and his cohorts, [color=lightblue]"Seeing as they own and steward the lands we walk upon. The other half, perhaps less so."[/color] 

Esben was quick to point out his relation- or relative position compared to the Skaellan leader of the Unicorns. Galahad was used to Esben more or less interjecting into practically any conversation with his sharp wit, but perhaps Skael's hierarchy would make things less than ideal for them. Esben said something about not antagonizing him- which was unfortunate, given this Chèrle's immediate reaction to the Kirins' arrival. Still, Esben was right. The Unicorns were ostensibly here to do the same thing as the Kirins, and there was little to be gained by actively antagonizing them. Still, Galahad's pride couldn't help but want to make at the very least a [i]small[/i] jab.

[color=lightblue]"Following in your steps?"[/color] Galahad mused as he approached, taking note of the Unicorns and their equipment. [color=lightblue]"I'm afraid we've only just returned to Edren territory. Your exploits haven't reached our ears yet, unfortunately- and I apologize if you're under that impression. But rest assured, we have no intention of following your path."[/color]

Galahad lifted his helmet off his head and tucked it between his arm, his halberd resting on his shoulder. [color=lightblue]"Perhaps it is an unfortunate coincidence, but what is more concerning for me is... Well, for a party tasked with dealing with the Blight, I do believe that every time we've met thus far, you've been moments away from trading blows with people that are ostensibly [i]not[/i] blighted. Granted, we've only met twice, but strange that it should happen twice."

"First, you pointed your blade at our white mage- unprovoked. Now we find you here, facing off with protectors of Edren- while in Edren territory."[/color] Galahad sighed, somehow once again finding himself between the Unicorns and someone else. [color=lightblue]"Skael may have differing laws and customs than Edren, but just as I'd be expected to follow Skaellen customs and law while in Skael, would it be unreasonable to expect you to follow Edreni customs and law while in Edren?"[/color] Galahad conveniently left out the fact that the Kirins seemed to mostly just break laws and rules while in Drana Asnaeu and Valheim controlled Osprey... But what this Chèrle d'Artoé didn't know, wouldn't hurt him. Probably.

[color=lightblue]"Now, while Lord Demet's requests may be inconvenient."[/color] Galahad's agreement came out like grating stones, as though hating the fact that he agreed. [color=lightblue]"They [i]are[/i] lawful. I'm sure Earl Demet will take any criticisms you have of his son's actions and behavior to heart and mete out discipline as necessary. In the meanwhile, I suggest you be [i]reasonable[/i] about all of this, and comply.[/color]