One of priests shook his bald head at 'Alyss'.<br/>"You will see once we get to the monastery. Do not concern yourself with rations, you will be provided for." At her less serious question he answered "My brothers and I shaved our hair by choice, it is not enforced."<br/>They acknowledged Cassia and finished checking her former slave.<br/>"We wish you find redemption in what we can offer. What nobler purpose is there than the seeking and pursuit of truth?"<br/>"Word has traveled of our order already? That is wonderful news! Perhaps more pilgrims will flock here in the future. We shall redouble our efforts and spread our word."<br/><br/>When Valva started speaking, she was heard until she pledged to her new masters. However as she went on and tried coming up with an excuse for her lack of branding, she got looks not only from the priests but some of the passing by folk as well. She was speaking out of turn, no one asked her. Slaves were to speak only when spoken to or if otherwise instructed.<br/>"She must be new." one of the two men speculated "Would explain her behavior, the lack of marking, not born into her position." he explained.<br/>"Perhaps." the wondered looking at the the fair, now unclad woman "You are not to speak unless asked and you are to give short and direct answers. When we arrive at the monastery, your duties will be explained and you will be given a measure of freedom within the walls, until you earn your elevation. Until then, good and obedient behavior is expected of you. Now, do you understand?"<br/>From the question it was clear that there was only one answer to it, the one most commonly expected from servants. Her own question went unanswered.<br/><br/>Turning to Mia and Cassia once again the more stern looking man that dealt with Valva shook his head at the young monk's offer.<br/>"She will come with us. Spend the rest of the day to make peace with your former lives, as a new way will open to you tomorrow." he answered, meanwhile his companion wrapped up the scroll that now held the names given to them.<br/>"We will see each other later, or meet here at sunrise."<br/>"Walk with the truth, future sisters." the two returned the bow towards the girls then went on but instead of their planned route towards the market and town square, walked in the same direction their companion left in, towards the slave market, tugging the naked Valva along on her leash.