The next morning arrived to the sounds of axes, hammers, and other tools, as soldiers and workmen set about clearing the trees around Castle Rend and beginning work on the temporary fortifications. It was hard to tell who was the sterner taskmaster: Captain Law, or Morgouse, both of whom oversaw the construction with stern professionalism.<br/><br/>It was around noon when Kasala entered the feast hall, accompanied by Jay and Father Belderone.<br/><br/>"I have acquired the necessary components for the purification ritual," Father Belderone declared. "It is quite intensive. I ask that I not be disturbed while I perform St. Gaede's holy work." With that, he shuffled off in the direction of the Chapel.<br/><br/>After he went, Jay grinned. "I'll talk to Pinna about the potions you requested, and see you this evening." With a wink and a bow she turned and departed, a swish in her hips.<br/><br/>"There is one more matter," Kasala said. "It appears that several of the residents of Gravesford have taken up arms... such as they are. Giselle, the Innkeeper, is acting as their<em>de facto</em>leader. I suggest you speak with her in the courtyard."