Lady Tysus walked beside Sakura in a position of equals as they moved through the courtyard and back to the rooms where the others were congregating. "Brand is the child of our chatelaine Aurumn. He was stolen from us while acting as a page for me in Nexus. It was my husband's assurances that the boy was ready for the responsibilities that was the reason for the boy being there in any case. He was just too young." Her grace never faltered as they walked though guilt can obviously be noticed in her voice. "The boy crossed the waters to Thorns where he was sold to a merchant heading for Chiaroscuro. There he was sold to a brothel. The boy was whipped repeatedly for defiance, and several of the slavers forced themselves on him. His back bore the marks of lashing of disobedience. Twelve months it took my husband to find him, twelve months, three cities, two trials for assault, and a final trial for arson and attempted murder. My husband Lord Tysus led the investigation. My husband carried Brand out of the brothel, my husband brought him home. The boy's luck has run both ways for working here." A tinge of anger and accusation lie within these statements, nothing directed at Sakura, more towards Lord Tysus. They continued through the building stopping at the head of the stairs to finish her explanation before entering the room.<br/>Crossing to the doorway of Ellera's suite the Lady of the House knocked and entered as was proprietary. She greeted each with an individually crafted greeting containing a small reference to themselves, their better known organizations or alliance connections. She alludes to Belara's matron instead of home country. "Indeed, upon first meetings a woman should maintain a few secrets." She says with a smile.<br/>"I am Lady Tysus, I am humbled with the speed of response, as well as the calibre of aid offered by our allies. I know that I have been rude, not meeting you myself, and hope that forgiveness can be found in your hearts. Are there any questions that we may offer answers for peace among you all."<br/><br/>