<b>Soon, the whole group had gathered for breakfast, each of them determined to continue the journey on. Over breakfast, they discussed the route – Balazor pointing out where they might have the most trouble, as well as potential allies along the way. Between bites of food, Allassiel and Haldir asked questions. What manner of enemies could they expect, what were their strengths and weaknesses? And what aid could some of these places provide? Most were simple farmers and merchants? For each of their questions, the wizard had an answer – even if they were brief. <br/>
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As the last of the dishes were cleared away, Haldir turned to Allasea, her cloak in hand. As he draped it over her shoulders, he leaned in to speak. “I will go and make ready our bags. Your bear already sits at the gates, it seems he's as eager to go as you are.”</b><br/><br/>“<b>Jax understands the severity of what we face.” she responded, pulling the cloak Haldir wrapped around her tighter. <br/>
</b><br/>“<b>If he knows, it's because his mistress does too.” With that, Haldir departed.</b><br/><br/>“<b>I didn't think to ask earlier,” Allasea started, turning back to the group, “ but Haldir and I shared a steed, leaving the second to carry our bags. If there's a need --”</b><br/><br/>“<b>No,” Pegawen shook her head, answering before Allasea had a chance to finish the question. “We have steeds as well, so you may use the ones you have as you feel best suited.”</b><br/><br/>“<b>Then, that's good. Is there any other preparations to be made?”</b><br/><br/><b>Allassiel whispered to Thorgan, who shook his head and answered back in kind. “The steeds have already been made ready, and supplies packed. We'll be able to depart as soon as everyone is ready to go. And,” she added, gazing into the distance. “We should. This is pleasant, but any delay allows the enemies forces to grow and organize again. We can't allow them any advantage.”</b><br/><br/>“<b>You are wise, of course.” Allasea nodded, then headed towards the door. “I'll go see if Haldir needs any help. Pegawen, there's a cloak on my bed that I left for you. I'll bring it out to the courtyard.”</b><br/><br/>“<b>Hannon le, Alla … naneth.” She accepted the brief hug and watched Allasea leave, before turning to Lotharn. “Shall we head out then? We don't wish to waste the day.</b><br/><br/>“<b>I agree,” Allassiel added, going to Thorgan and smiling up at him. “It's time to go.”</b>