It all happened quickly, and was over just as fast, the woman he had insulted quickly made her point. After being helped back to his feet by her, he used his free hand to wave the guards off again, hearing Caelyn threaten them as well. He held Mara's hand tightly, "We have an accord." he agreed before leaning close to her again, "But try that again, and it'll be more than your feelings that will be hurt." he added in a dangerous whisper, finally letting her hand go. He turned quickly when he heard his name, frowning as he realized the male from earlier knew who he was, which was surprising. He watched him take off before turning back to Nayash, "It is as the man says, I am Lord Armond Zeraltus The Third." he started, but stopped when he heard mention of a black robed man. Armond looked at those who remained, "A man in a black robe took down a Death Frontier warrior...only one person has that sort of strength and skill. This situation has become even more dire than originally thought. If what I've heard is true, then Bale is in danger, we need to get back there quickly! If he could control a creature like that giant scorpion, then just imagine what else he could control!" he said, alarmed greatly. He noticed that Nayash wasn't in any condition to move at that moment, so after motioning to the guards and talking to them, they mounted their horses and took off towards the cave at full speed. Armond sat down on a stump, looking at Nayash again, "So tell me, Miss, how is it you were able to survive an encounter with that man? Anyone who has fought him, has never survived...you're the first." he asked her. "As for your friend Raena, I am truly sorry, but I have not seen anyone since I left Bale. Of course, we rested far from the main path, so it's possible she may have already passed through the cave and is in Bale already." he added.