The fact that the injured woman at his door knew about Methuseld being held prisoner just a dozen yards behind him came as a bit of a surprise. Of course, if this girl had -seen- him carrying her on the way here, then that would explain it. And, it wasn't beyond the realm of possibility that the urchin standing before him might know who Methuseld. Most of the pets of the vizier were spoken of in bars and taverns all over - though usually with hushed voices.<br/><br/>"Well, Devi's going to have to wait her turn," he said, not bothering to deny the woman's claims. The girl spoke about payment, and about how she had been sent to offer... comfort and aid. The girl's robe dropped - and Donovan couldn't help but take a good, long look at her. She said something about illusion magic, and that made more sense. She even claimed that she could get them out of here unseen.<br/><br/>"Already got that covered, lady," he answered, as he felt the boat shift slightly beneath his feet - someone had cut them free of the dock. "We can talk more about a 'trade' later... right now, you've got just a minute or so to decide if you're coming... or going," he said, nodding towards the railing at the side of the ship, noticing how the gap between the boat and the dock was slowly getting wider. "Unless your illusion magic allows you to fly, you either need to jump ship now... or you'll be stuck with us."<br/><br/>To emphasize his point, he nodded and looked past her, over her shoulder - to where Dean was now standing. Dean would obviously feel a wave of relief emanate from Donovan. Nothing was really going to plan, though they had been successful - so far.<br/><br/>"Hear that, Dean? She's here to aid and 'comfort' us...," Donovan said, pushing the door open wide. "She's from Demi. Wants to make a deal for the General... who is kinda tied up at the moment..."<br/><br/>Donovan half-turned to go back down the stairs below decks, but stopped and glanced back at Luana.<br/><br/>"Coming?" he asked. He knew Dean would be, but this newcomer... if she was who she said she was, Donovan knew she might want to see Methuseld.