Morgouse nodded. "We'll get to work right away. With the help of the soldiers, I'm confident we can get the barricades up in time." Rising, she gave a small nod to the two noblewomen, perhaps the closest thing to a bow the woman would give, and left.<br/><br/>Once the carpenter departed and payment had been arranged, Elaine reached over to take Larissa's hand in hers and pressing a kiss to each finger. "Whatever happens, we'll be ready for him," she said. "Though if you wish to keep yourself busy, you could always call for Dorokor. If we wait too long, she may not reach us in time."