#odyssey

"I think as you are the hero of the recent troubles, it shows the boy's innocence and your support of him."

"I would gladly represent him and speak for him if you intend to interview him. Or others who came under Nathair's sway. And of course, I did say I would represent Goodfae Darespark."

"If I take the lad to page, it could be seen as the basis for bias or the appearance of impropriety."

"You did not TAKE the lad to page, you had him thrust upon you by my order." The Duke reminds, "Also, I think you maybe now hurting his feelings by propsing rejection."

Indeed, the Ant pooka face fell a bit

"It will be as you say, Your Grace." August assures him "Antony will come with me and we will await your instruction. I'm sure you wish to clear him from suspicions here before he leaves."

"That is true and we shall work to it, but do protect the lad. Shall I assign you further protection yourself?"

"If it please you, Your Grace."

He sends for someone.

Tziporahs' eyes widen as a their guard shows up

She hides behind August a bit

OOC Not sure I understand the situation.

The Duke has assigned a new guard to help them. Tziporah appears to be trying to hide from the guy (To be fair I have not described him)

OOC Ah!

August nods to the new guard.

A thane, but also a sidhe. A Scathach he imagines. The fellow looks wistful and forlorn. His eyes like pools of sorrow.

August turns to the Duke. "Do you have a timeline for questions, Your Grace? I will contact EarthRunes and appraise them of my circumstances."

"I'll try to make time soon, within theh next twelve hours" he says "Alas.. Miss Zara remains elusive. I don't know how to tell the librarian I wish to make amends"

August nods.

"Mayhaps amends in the form of appeasing those harmed by a Snake disguised?" Comes a whisper that carries surprisingly well.

A slender figure pulls down a hood, revealing a fall of bone-white hair.

There's a GASP!

Collectively from the crowd

The Duke turns, "Miss Zara, we are seeking to do so."

And he adds "And, the apology is most assuredly over due. " He inclinees his head

"SIS!" Tziporah beams, and would hug her sister if not for the risk of cool loss.

August simply beams.

Then the Scathach turns and stares at Tziporah curiously, as her voice seems familiar.

Tziporah does NOT meet his eyes.