The Priestess's features softened considerably, a smile spreading across her soft lips, and a bright gleam flashing in her golden eyes. "I look forward to initiating you into our ranks, my child," she said, stepping forward until their noses almost brushed. "You are a most lovely creature." Lyanna's hands raised to cup Naivara's face, as she whispered, "May the Goddess light your way."<br/><br/>With that, Lyanna kissed Naivara - a long, searching kiss. For most, this was the sort of kiss one shared only with a lover, but among the faithful of Arasi it was a blessing to be given freely. When the two at last parted, Naivara opened her eyes to see a shaft of starlight illuminating some point deeper within the forest - the object of her quest.<br/><br/>Lyanna took one last look into the eyes of her student, this time her gaze full of worry. "Be careful, my child. The forest is full of dangers. One of our knights was sent ahead to scout the way, and has not returned."