#earthrunes

"Most boggans seem to prefer not to be the hero, " She ponders "They are content with being the comforter, with being the support thats' indespensible for their blending. Also, Sir Alamandine told me that Squire Tylar once was ostracized by his kith"

"Once."

A huff "Miss Zara, I AM just a fledge. Surely you could lace my weak attempts are bargaining with a bit of charity? "

"Ah, but you are a sidhe fledge, and likely a sister of black and silver."

"So it is told," A pause "Do you hold some grudge against Eiluned or Ailil? Which ever one you detest I'm sure I'm the other" a twitch of a smile

"Truth? I am fond of both houses."

"But I also know their standards."

"Ah, so if I were a Gwydion I would have a better chance of being coddled" Wryly

A soft chuff.

"Fair enough. I can't shame myself by begging, then.... how aboutthis? I felt magics like you did on me, only I was there. I saw the marks. I know them in detail. I marred them. Surely that would be of great worth to you, and while I respect Squire Tylar, he is a most excellent fellow, I do not think, even untrained as I am, he has my attention to the detail for such kennings"

"Now that... that might interest me."

"Then.. let me write it down..."

There is a tap at the door.

And it swings open. "The door was shut....." August explains softly.

By now, Zara is looking over some disturbing patterns

And the Girl turns, "Baron," She curtsies

"Lady Minerva. I heard the news; you are well?" his soft grey eyes are intent.

Zara narrows her eyes, reading the runes.

"As well as one can be expected thank you"

"Good, I'm glad." he glances at the sluagh.

"Zara?"

"Aye?" Distracted.

"I see you may already be aware of what has been happening." The Liam approaches her.

The young fledge says "Furhter news my lord? I Hope the injured are okay? Healer Emma seems... very skilled"

"She is." He nods. "I am given to understand that all are well. I've spoken with Miss Alanza and she is rested and clear. I suspect young Adam will be healed as well after spending the night at the 'Fire."

He glances again at the sluagh. "Zara, Seer Almandine and Magnus are going to be meeting to gather what information they can about the attackers. We think they are Shadow Court. Coradel means to hunt tonight. Can you join the Seer and Magnus to help them? To help us all?"

"This is black magic... aye, likely."

August nods. "I recognized enough to know it was dark work. What I've seen and been told about the scene reenforces that."

"Thank you. Coradel is gathering fighters now, and I must go prepare. I'll ask Velvet to stay here and assist you as needed, Zara. Tylar will come with me."

"I"ll get my things" Minerva says

"You.... your things? You wish to come?"

"Of course"

Zara frowns and shakes her head.

"No. Too dangerous."

"I'm afraid I agree, lady. You are unsained." gently.

"But.. I... miss Zara, Lord August..."

"You are too vulnerable to subversion - to magic which could bend you to the will of another."

She protests "I am learning how to unleash... I..." A frown

"The Shadow Court wields dark arts."

"All the more reason to go, I may never see such again" She says "This is my chance to learn to counter"

"No."

"I wish you to stay, perhaps learn from Sir Almandine and the others."

"I will not send a fatted lamb to the wolves."

"Zara." he nods, and gives her an affectionate smile "Be in touch when you have news."

And he turns, departing.

The Silver and black clad wilder fumes but says "Very well, I have no choice. I..wish you well"

She shakes her head. "You do not understand about names, Miss Minerva. The risk is too great."

"I trust someone will teach me. I feel due"

And she reaches into a pocket "is THIS of use?"

and pulls out a kerchef