Zaer sat with his legs crossed, waiting patiently for Ayesha to finish her bath. The other soldiers spread out a bit to keep watch. It wouldn't be long, but with things as they were, they had to be careful. Once the girl came back, they'd head on down. Zaer turned when he heard the sound of footsteps. As Ayesha came into view, he couldn't help but be impressed by what he saw. She was carrying herself differently, seeming much stronger and more confident than before. He wasn't sure he liked the change, but it didn't matter now.<br/><br/>Getting to his feet, Zaer began to walk towards where the entrance to the village would be found. "No, we certainly don't want to keep him waiting..." Zaer led the way, with the three guards walking around him and Ayesha. They didn't quite trust the outsider yet, but knew that Zaer must have a good reason for bringing her. As the group approached the gates of the city, the large wooden doors swung open to meet them.<br/><br/>As they walked through the village streets, people began to gather, whispering to one another. They were wondering why Zaer had returned, and why he had brought a foreigner with him. Zaer didn't bother acknowledging them though. They weren't important now. He kept his eyes focused solely on the palace near the center of the city. It was easily the largest building there. The guards stationed there bowed respectfully to him and allowed him to enter the large structure with Ayesha in tow.<br/><br/>After more walking, they entered a large room, and the doors were closed behind them. The only person in the room aside from the two of them was the chief. He was sitting in a large chair, his eyes flickering between Zaer and the Light elf. Smiling, he rose to his feet and walked towards the pair. HIs skin was tanned, and his hair dark, like most members of the Fire tribe. When he reached Zaer, he laughed and embraced him. Zaer returned the gesture, also smiling.<br/><br/>"Zaer! I was beginning to think you wouldn't ever be coming back!"<br/><br/>"I got a little sidetracked, I must admit. I hope you will forgive me for being away from home so long, brother." Zaer's face grew solemn as they parted. "But I'm afraid we will have to catch up another time. We have something important to discuss."<br/><br/>The chief, Zaer's brother, nodded, his own smile fading. "Yes, I suppose you are right." He turned his gaze to Ayesha. "A survivor from the Light clan... I had heard that they had been wiped out. It's good to see that they haven't been extinguished. But what's the real reason you brought her here, brother?"<br/><br/>Zaer sighed. "I think it might be best if she were to explain that herself. Ayesha, this is Chief Nezca, my older brother. Brother, this is Ayesha, priestess of the Light clan."