"Ah, no, jewelry and magical items are fine, so long as you allow yourself to be exposed to the elements.  You must feel the rays of the sun, the bite of winter's wind, and the refreshing spring rains on your skin, as the plants do.  Then your essence will be free to mingle with theirs, renewing their strength," Blair explained.  She shook her head at Lyla's worries.  "I am sorry to hear that, my dear.  Rest assured that, once the ritual is finished, we have no intent of keeping you any longer.  Nor do we have any intent of allowing someone to interrupt the ritual.  Rest assured that, while you may feel helpless, we will ensure that no harm comes to you."<br/><br/><div class="spoiler_container"><div class="spoiler_header" onclick="hideSecond (this);" role="button">Sense Motive DC 11</div><div class="spoiler_body">Blair's still lying about the ritual.  She is, however, telling the truth about letting the girls leave after it's finished.</div></div>