( she laughs slightly, shaking her head. ) As if you would ever be deserving of such an award.

( following him inside, she pulls her hood down and takes a steady breath with a glance back over her shoulder to him. the question earns him a frown and a slow nod of her head. )

It was rather hard not to hear. I was already on my way back when it was announced, the... less than pleased conversations over the crystal simply had me hurry my return. Herian and I have already spoken on ways we can help. ( she paces slightly, wringing her hands. ) I cannot let them go through with such a horrid plan.