<span style="font-weight: bold">Malifaith</span><br/><span style="font-style: italic">before the feast</span><br/>Malifaith's eyes dart at the door as it's abruptly shut by the queen of Thiewia; its smile becomes a pleased grin, like the creature is entertained by such assertive, or rude, behavior. As the servants appear to summon the guests, the pale figure nods to the two guards. "I suppose I have to go. I'll leave you to your watch - may it keep us all safe," it concludes, seemingly amused by its own words. Then again, the creature retreats in the shadows.<br/><br/><span style="font-style: italic">At the feast</span><br/>Malifaith approaches the hall calmly, occasionally staring hungrily at some of the younger maidens ... As it reaches the doors, the hesitates, then gazes around, searching for something. At last, it moves to the seemingly more distinguished butler in the area. "I'm sorry I could'nt inform Queen Veronica sooner," the creature declares gravely, "My mistress, Ruler of Aspervia, Rosa de Stygia the Ever-Infant Queen, won't attend the feast nor the gathering. We really hope this won't offend her Highness Veronica..." That said, the creature returns to the dining hall, taking silently his seat and waiting with a pleased smile.