The guard's hand went to his weapon, but Ivan shot him a glare and he settled. Ivan sighed, looking simply at Vaan and Tidus with a calm expression.

"Nothing to harm you. I do apologize for my guards' behaviors, as they seem to have upset you. Your friends are safe, and you will be too," Ivan spoke calmly, looking at Vaan but not meeting his gaze as to avoid what could seem like intimidation, "there are many merfolk here, just like you four. If you do not trust me, I can see if anybody is available to come speak with you," the offer was harmless, but both guards knew who was the only available merfolk who could play this part- [color=fff200]SCP-034-FMM[/color].