"As you command," she said, bowing, and moving aside, at last. She dropped to the grass beside him, her gaze still intent and focused, and she spoke more like she was giving an after-action report than having a conversation. "I am a champion of the holy light of Sarenrae," she said. "The elders have guided me to this land, to avert a disaster they can sense, dwelling within this region. "I am afraid I cannot be more specific, but I knew I needed to locate you. I am a master of arms, and a faithful bodyguard; I am to be your last line of defense against the darkness that threatens you, if you will have me."