Though she did not understand the hand signals sent her way by Ceres, she didn't need them for she already was on-guard, though she still kept the blade of her spear behind her for diplomacy's sake. To add to the possibility of drawing answers without battle, she switched auras once more...though this one did not give off a tell-tale flash. Instead, it granted a minor enhancement to her own and Ceres' looks and voices so that they would appear and sound more attractive, persuasive, and intimidating if need be.<br/><br/>The way the strange woman spoke of humans gave Soanala even more evidence that the lass was anything but the lie her appearance displayed. A shapeshifter and expert at disguises herself, she respected the crafted image in some ways, though she trusted the stranger even less because of it.<br/><br/>She glanced over and twisted her lips briefly when she noticed Ceres pilfering the corpse and wondered why the woman couldn't at least wait until they'd assessed the stranger's potential danger before indulging in hoarding. She smirked when the disguised woman pointed out the unlikely alliance between herself and the rogue, then put her answer bluntly. "That must be a rhetorical question. This evil cult exists for the sole purpose of trying to destroy<em>all</em>dragonkind. We are wise enough to set aside our differences long enough to bring an end to these fools...for to let them grow in power would recreate a potent threat."<br/><br/>Soanala dared not mention her ulterior motive for being at the keep and hoped that the thief would keep her lips sealed as well. No body language or tone changes betrayed her either, for she much experienced in half-truths and keeping appearances. "But you, fair lady, would have had to face down an entire keep had it not been for our unexpected arrival. When we arrived, we had the element of surprise due to their plans to get to you being in motion." She smiled, "I suppose I should give you my thanks for providing such a distraction."<br/><br/>"That said... Now that you know our purpose her, might you be so kind as to share your own with us? We all have a common enemy here and that hopefully, will make us friends." She shot a knowing grin at Ceres. "At least, for the time being."