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The traveling merchant stumbled toward the camp unhindered, bringing with him the sound of creaking metal and ungreased wheels to alert potential buyers-- well, if not to disturb their sleep. He then turned to the left a bit before stopping at another clearing to the north, and jumped from his carriage to greet the sentries.

"Goodnight goodnight Fellas. I see that you have keen sight over there. I mean ye no harm. But arms ye! I've got arms for those who seem to be bothered by my less-than-spectacular entry!

The man could be seen slapping his bearded cheeks and placing his brimmed hat on his chest. "Ah manners manners! Gotta have manners in front of those upstanding ladies, wandering in the middle of a wilderness, at night even are ye?! But I ain't one to judge. Castor Goodenough, a merchant by trade, and these were my burden beasts, Tom and Jerry."

"Tsk tsk. To the business then!"

Seemingly just slightly offended by their lukewarm response, the man spun and retreated into his carriage, opening the trunk of his enclosed vehicle and laying out a carpet just next to it. A moment later he was already sitting behind his merchandise. Potions, blades, and jewelry were laid neatly. Some look attractive even to the untrained eyes. And all was placed under the light of his four lamps for everyone to see.

Among the other impressive-looking weaponry he had, there was a curved long sword made of jade and a scimitar with edge gleaming with flowy patterns. In his trinkets section, there were wrist beads made of pearls, and a sapphire necklace fitted in a frame that looked like a gold scarab.

Perhaps he had more interesting things in his wagon. All you need to do is just ask!

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Ah, speak of the devil. The baby face squire approached them and asked eagerly.

"I heard my name. Is something would you both like to share?" She spoke to Jazdia and Athena.

@Louise Ironside

"There is a civilian transport inbound to our camp," answered Jazdia, still maintaining an indifferent expression if not fatigued.
Then there was more inquiry came from Athena asking about the cargo.

"Weapons," she said, still facing Athena, however, the glow in her eyes had faded. "Swords and jewelry and other things. If there are any living beings inside that carriage of his, their life force will be flaring brightly in darkness. I saw no such a thing. He is alone."

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Jazdia moved to stand beside Athena, yawning and squeezing her own shoulder nonchalantly when the cat youkai prepared her shield. Briefly, the elf looked at her, witnessing the resoluteness, eyes gleaming under the moonlight.

“We’re still pretty close to the road. It’s not likely anyone else would be traveling this late. Still, I’ll take first watch” Athena said, swaying her spear. “I find myself more suited to keeping an eye out in the dark.”

"No objection from me..." the elf yawned again, "But we hardly alone."

Now her eyes too gleamed with a faint purplish hue.

Jazdia pointed at the far distance. On the same road, there were four moving dots of light swaying in the darkness, approaching their camp at a slow but steady speed. More detailed inspection revealed a four-wheeler drawn by two donkeys and coached by a man. Traveling merchants seldom travel at night, but they weren't really an uncommon sight.

"Looks like another carriage," muttered Jazdia. "Strange, we didn't encounter any other traveler during our trip. Maybe he was in Pesti when we passed the crossroad? Should we warn the others? Your call, but I don't think the man was dangerous, though his cargo might suggest otherwise."

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List the reasons and I will amend

@Clomenhau

Many of them are related to the worldbuilding. I am sorry I didn't adequately inform anyone about it in IC or OOC, that's why most evaluations are done in DC server.
Anyway, here are some obvious ones:

-She is a cat with superhuman strength. Making the advantages or disadvantages of being a cat pointless
-No souls may evade the afterlife. Permanent stat increase/spell effectiveness is forbidden
-Learning Magic comes with a price, be it time to practice it, or lifespan if you want to cheat it.
-Witnessing death can't make you automatically learn a new spell
-Her Far-seeing ability contributes nothing to the party
-Mind reading is a rare ability, and can only be performed to a willing target
-Mind controlling does not exist
-Dispelling someone's spell requires a solid reading on what magical codes are used, and magical codes can be as unique as fingerprints. Undoing someone's magic can't be done instantly, or that easily
-Giving her Thanos' finger snap is a big no
-There seems to be no reason for Fredricus to invite a crippled oracle.

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Greetings @Clomenhau glad to see you dropped by.

Well I will be honest with you, I can't accept your character for various reasons. Would you consider other characters?

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It was at 5:12 PM

And so the journey begins. Surprisingly, or maybe not, the elderly Thernous was coming with them for this long and dangerous journey, and even offered to be their coachman.

The wagon was impressively spacious, drawn by two warhorses and two large bulls. It certainly gives off the impression of anything but 'ordinary and 'inconspicuous' it makes Jazdia rather perplexed. But the bear could be fitted in easily, along with three more people, so that was perhaps what... they needed?

There was some discussion between Thernous and his grandson, detailing the ferry crossing being out of service/ It seemed we would be taking the usual road now.

Time to go.

Miles and miles passed and it had been an uneventful journey so far. Unsurprising, considering they were still in a relatively 'safe' part of the nation, then again the couple Erwin and Louise, and Varya the elf and Yvonne volunteered to be their outriders, making the journey safer.

For herself, Jazdia had opted to sit beside the man himself. There were not many words exchanged between the two except a few impersonal questions to kill boredom.

The sun was completely out now when they arrived at Hdur. There, they made a brief stop to swap the steers with more horses to speed up their cruising speed.

During their stop, Jazdia considered contacting Baker, if not for some of his equipment, then for his pastries. But perhaps not letting him now was the best. There would be too many questions asked and possibly information leakage.

The bridge was ahead, the same bridge that once was the subject of Cedar's overgrowth spell. It has been repaired now with new supports and masonry, but the unnatural formation of plants was still spreading on its footing, dormant now.

Past the bridge. Thernous retreated into the carriage to rest, and had Solomon replaced him. The convoy maintained its speed with occasional gallop whenever possible.

The convoy was still going, but realistically they couldn't keep cruising through the country non-stop. Though Solomon seems to be unburdened by fatigue or boredom, the horses and the outriders need a proper rest, It was decided that they would be looking for a campsite now, and they picked a spot not too far from the road, surrounded by thin vegetation, yet protected by a small hill, on a stony shelf with a rock-wall behind them, in which there was a shallow cave, a mere scoop in the cliff. There was a small river running nearby, but the water was clean.

The campfire was lit, and the tent was erected. It was 1:31 when Jazdia opened her pocket watch. They were some 11 miles away from Fanghorn, and 23 miles away from Pesti.

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After some more teasings that would either make the prince blush or his chamberlain raise an eyebrow, the group arrived at the designated waiting room. A buffet, drinks, and some more food had been prepared there, along with several sacks of provisions and other odds and ends.

It seemed to be one of the auxiliary halls located in the west wing of the palace. It conveniently led to a corridor that ends at the Royal Palace Stable. A full scan with Jazdia's eyes ensured that the room was clear.

Lord Thernous had already sitting there with Cedar's relatives, offering comforting words to them and an invitation to enjoy the food provided.

An invitation to eat!

Jazdia couldn't help but chuckle a bit upon hearing that. Considering how "gentlemanly" Cedar was with his table manners, she could already imagine this entire lunch would turn out to be rather hilarious.

Sitting now on one of the chairs, Jazdia reached for one of those sophisticated-looking pastries in front of her and munched it slowly.

"Good for Baker he is supplying his stuff for the king now."

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Just when she finished exchanging pleasantries with Loise, another silent walker approached. Varya Chandrar... again was odd one, but Jazdia greatly appreciates his cordiality.

"Ah, it is a pleasure to meet you as well Lady Jazdia. I am Varya Chandrar. I hope our journey together will be a pleasant one."

"The pleasure is all mine," she said, taking his gloved hand for a handshake doubling as a means to prevent the elven man from bowing any deeper. Jazdia was not a frequent bower, and being bowed to was even more embarrassing.

"I hope our journey together will be a pleasant one."

Pleasant huh? The direness of their mission was not lost on her, but who wanted to be a mood killer in a moment like this?

"I hope so too." Jazdia said before adding in a hidden wry. "Let's do our best!"

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Jazdia managed to gain some distance from the prince, who seemed to be overwhelmed by the sudden influx of attention around him. Then to the black-haired woman, she smiled. "No offense taken. I am sure Miss Yvonne would feel the same."

Shortly after, a lovely blonde woman approached them, she seemed hesitating before Athena encouraged her to just join in.

The woman bowed, and then introduced herself as a squire working under Lord Thernous, born from a rather well-known family of Ironside and---

"As for Ironside's customary for greeting on first time. The one who greeted by an Ironside must place their hand to the Ironhand's head..."

There was an awkward pause between them until Jazdia spoke up with a perfectly straight face.

"That would not be necessary."

Then she softened. "A handshake would just do. My name is Jazdia Crystalspark. A Restaurateur and Legal Advisor by trade. A pleasure to meet you, ladies."

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Athena Voltspear. Had she not spoken her warning aloud, Jazdia may never have foreseen her arrival. Looks like her reputation as both a scout and warrior was not exaggerated at all.

Or Perhaps it was her who was getting rusty?

"I believe the matter regarding my gift has been resolved," she said, still maintaining her nonchalance as she shifted her gaze alternately between Prince Alec and the interjecting soldier. "Also please be assured that you will not hear any more objections regarding the security protocols from me."

Jazdia turned to face the black-haired guard now, and smiled at her enigmatically. "But, Miss Volstspear, I'd suggest you not bring up who is equal to who in this conversation. For the lines to determine equality or inequality becomes ambiguous when you try to apply it beyond the hierarchy you are familiar with."