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[bearshermark]

This dragon greatly resembles Boreal Serpents I've encountered. There are a few differences, but they're otherwise quite similar- particularly in shape and elemental affinity.

Seeing as a number of us seem keen on returning it to the ocean as originally promised, I think we can agree it's in everyone's interest to calm it first before any further damage is done.

[A breath, then barreling through the rest with the grit of someone fully expecting an argument]

..So, I'm going to try and put it to sleep. I don't fully expect this to work, and I don't expect it to work swiftly, but all we need to do is calm its mind enough to work with. It's otherwise proven itself to be an intelligent creature.

But this will take time to manage. In the meantime, it has the body of a serpent: strong, scaled, and greatly flexible. Straying close isn't wise or likely terribly effective with ordinary weapons. Held at range and distracted would be ideal.

..As such however, this only has a chance to work with assistance.

Comments

[beitangmoran]

I will be more useful there, Lady Lily. What can I do?

[lancifolium]

You are extremely gifted when it comes to getting the nobility to take heed, it's true.

Can I entrust her ladyship's well-being to you temporarily? Taking her along while I try to shrink the dragon down would be a risky situation I'd rather avoid.

[beitangmoran]

Of course. It is in our best interest for both cousins to come out mostly unscathed.

... If we get the time, I might be interested to know what she knew exactly about what was being kept in here, but we'll see.

[lancifolium]

Oh thank you! I've been told Wei Wuxian was looking after Macaluso, I hope he's faring well.

In truth I don't know if she knew that much, she's very keen on getting evidence that the undead are here, which suggests that she wasn't aware. Unfortunately my hands are a bit full right now, and I'm afraid I don't know what sort of evidence I could ferry around with me.

[beitangmoran]

People's safety is the priority. Dead or undead bodies can be recovered later.

She knew something was there at the very least. Or else she would not have sent us looking.

[lancifolium]

You're right, if you can get an answer out of her, I'd be keen to hear it, though at present she's mostly fond of shrieking.

[beitangmoran]

.... Lovely.

Well, let's try to stay alive first and foremost. If anyone does anything stupid, I will not be held responsible.

[lancifolium]

That's a very generous word for it.

She's stayed behind me so far and is fine with being protected. Thank you again, when this is all over I owe you tea and cakes.

[beitangmoran]

Let's hope we get the occasion.

... If I may, can I entrust you to keep an eye on Xunxian and make sure he doesn't get hurt?

[lancifolium]

Consider it done. I'll do everything I can to keep him safe.

[beitangmoran]

Thank you. I'm entrusting my life to you, then.