Isk'karra shrugged at Mezolene's comment, stating simply, "I'm just agreeing with the scholar and saying what may need to be said. Going into an unknown environment wounded isn't quite ideal, much less so when you have something to lose." He nodded his approval as the guardian took care of his wound, if only just, then turned back to Fasken. "Again, I meant no offense, though I will mention that such displays are hardly necessary amongst those who have agreed to come with you at your own request. Also, I agree with the lady Mezolene Myndar in that he likely will not give up his charge..."<br/><br/>He paused for a moment, then added significantly "Though I will mention that if anyone here trusted anyone else slightly less, we would likely be at each others throats in moments." After glancing about the group, he shrugged and started off on the path again. "I shall go on ahead, if no one cares to join me. Swamp air is more pleasant than that of the wastes... but as a nomad, walking is more tolerable than standing"