"I do not doubt that she anticipates a somewhat less than pleasant reception from her mistress at the news that we seek audience; it could be as simple as that. We must be alert for what sense we may make of her response, and prepared for the worst." The paladin closes her eyes prayerfully and breathes deeply for a moment before opening eyes that seem to shimmer with a golden fire. Turning her blazing eyes to meet that of her young protege, the paladin nods expectantly at Azkin, who meets her intense gaze with a serious one of his own. The two incline their heads prayerfully, and the young cleric intones, "Healing Flame, burn bright through your servant, revealing in Your light those things that hide in the darkness, and healing any division between those of good will."

A sudden zephyr tugs at one of the window coverings, and for a few moments the sun shines unhindered on Lehasti; even after the curtains settle, the paladin of the Dawnflower seems to glow, her eyes radiating both warmth and confidence, and her posture easy and relaxed.

Having made their preparations, the servants of the Dawnflower turn, resuming their patient watch for news of the hate-a's response to their petition.

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Lehasti activates Detect Evil to scrutinize the haty-a; Azkin activates Touch of Glory to add +5 to Lehasti's next Charisma-based skill check.