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As Jigano responded to to Loren's questions, he deflated slightly. Indeed, he found himself unable to meet the bard's eyes. "Nothing. That's...I can do this, Jigano." The healer rubbed his eyes. "Besides, I know you all are worried about her, but Zariah is not as large a threat as she once was. Not to the people of the Hollowed Ground, or anywhere outside Halo. I truly believe that." Finally he lifted his eyes to meet the white-haired man's gaze again.
And if I wasn't one of her students, do you think she would lack authority here? Loren gripped the pestle, hand white-knuckled. I am building my own authority here in Halo and my own relationship with Neron. If Zariah tries to influence him in a way that I disagree with, I will have the clout to oppose her.
He narrowed his eyes. And I am making sure her students are not harmed unduly by her methods, and ingratiating myself with them as well. So I will hear from them if there are any hints of rebellion or conquest led by the Arcane Academy. Raising his eyebrows, he regarded Jigano cooly. If you have more suggestions, I would welcome hearing them.
And if I wasn't one of her students, do you think she would lack authority here? Loren gripped the pestle, hand white-knuckled. I am building my own authority here in Halo and my own relationship with Neron. If Zariah tries to influence him in a way that I disagree with, I will have the clout to oppose her.
He narrowed his eyes. And I am making sure her students are not harmed unduly by her methods, and ingratiating myself with them as well. So I will hear from them if there are any hints of rebellion or conquest led by the Arcane Academy. Raising his eyebrows, he regarded Jigano cooly. If you have more suggestions, I would welcome hearing them.
Never judge a book by its cover.
