<em>"That woman is of no consequence--this day is no longer about me and my wishes."</em><br/><br/>Well.  That told him all that he needed to know about Maur-Azur.  It wasn't a surprise.  Talion gestured for Kersinta to come to his side, he didn't want her to get lost in all this or feel abandoned.  She might already though; her escorts had completely stolen her thunder.  He didn't know her well enough to know if she'd be angry about it or perhaps relieved that she didn't have to go through with her possible sacrifice.  It could be both, he wouldn't blame her however she felt about it.<br/><br/>Wavecrest's smile was knowing and sly and it made his suspicions wax all the stronger.  He was starting to feel an itch on his back between his shoulderblades...probably about right where the knife would go.  "Thank you, Lady Wavecrest, please show us the way."  He offered her his arm, murmuring low and meant for her ears alone, "I have a great many questions for you, clever and pretty girl."