<strong>OOC:</strong>I don't think my persuasion stat is high enough to change the GM's mind, so you can assume Nyla is not present.  :P<br/><br/><div class="floatright">(https://elliquiy.com/elluiki/images/9/91/SaraM.png)</div><strong>Tagging: Aleena, Lauriel, Sophie, and Kairen -Mostly Sophie and Kairen</strong><br/><br/>Maria allowed Sophie to take her hand and lead her closer to the rest of the group.  The knight felt mildly annoyed as her sister flaunted her power, but didn't let it get the better of her.  She'd just have to show her<em>oh so powerful and awesome</em>dragon-blooded sibling that her mundane twin should not to be underestimated.  Besides, Sophie's display of clumsiness quickly took the wind out of the sorceress' sails.<br/><br/>Maria took a moment to study Kairen as Sophie fixed her clothes.  She was pleased to see another warrior women, even if the redhead was a commoner instead of a knight like herself.  On the other hand, she didn't appreciate the other woman questioning her ability to work with Sophie.  Sure Sophie annoyed her sometimes, but they were still sisters!  Stepping forward, Maria extended a hand to the redhead.<br/><br/>"Hello Kairen.  You need not worry about my sister any I -I am grateful for the chance to be with her again after all these years."  Then, remembering how Kairen had caught the tripping Sophie a few moments before, and not wanting to let a rare opportunity to show up her sibling slip by, she smiled and added. "I would be grateful if you would assist me in protecting her from harm."<br/>