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There's no safer place than beside a man who loves you, you know. *smiles*

Hopefully, Miss.

I worry a bit that I might... But I won't let myself. I will protect her.

You won't, Meier. Your control is excellent. You would never harm her.

*gives an approving nod* She seems considerably happier; it suits her very well, a smile.

I thank you for your confidence, Miss.

*a smile himself* And I intend to make her smile as much as I can..

How does traveling with the Markus clan suit you?

Well, the pair of you make a very handsome couple. Are you still planning to wed?

*considers that*

I may not be for much longer.

We are. As soon as we are settled in my castle.

Oh? Is there a reason why not?

I'm sure that it will be beautiful.

Well, it seems that at least half of the clan is nervous that with Seymour as set on claiming me as he is that being rid of me would be the safest course. I understand it; Hunter mentality "I haven't been paid to risk my life for what's essentially a stranger so why should I?". *combs a hand through her hair and folds both hands behind her in a careful manner and she rocks some*

...So D offered to take me instead.

The hunters have a very... limited range of sympathy, and that usually extends only as far as they see money.

The Hunter offered? Unlike him, but not a bad thing. *smiles, chuckles a bit* If he hadn't, I would have been forced to send one of my attendants to bring you to my castle.

I don't mind. I understand that life is hard and survival is key. It simply is a change from the "Monster? Hurting people? Let's go stop it!" mentality that my guardians and I possessed during my pilgrimage.

He did. I believe he is attempting to make the Markus clan worry enough about my fate with him that they'll keep me, but regardless it's a very kind offer. *bows her head* You're very kind, Meier. I have a feeling that the Markuses would most definitely object to that, though!

Yes... The hunters.. well, one can understand them well enough, but they are rather selfish creatures. Then again, I suppose it becomes nature after a time.

He may well have! As long as you are safe, Miss, I am glad. If you do ever need my assistance, please do write. At the least, I will send someone for you.

Not all of them are that way, though.

I wouldn't mind going with him though, I think. *bows her head again!* Thank you, Meier. Likewise, if I can ever be of service to you, don't hesitate.

No, not all. But many are. But their world does not often permit them to be selfless. They stand to lose much at any time.

It would be interesting to hear about the Hunter with a companion. I am not certain he has ever had one.. I will, Miss.

I agree. And so I do not fault them at all.

*amused* Well, he may not ever. ~~I think he worries for me if I were to go with him.~~ Thank you.

I fault them.. but just that group.

Or he might surprise you. ~~Not unexpected. It can be difficult to travel with a mortal.~~

They'll learn; selfishness rarely benefits one.

Perhaps. ~~I don't want to ever be a hinderence to him.~~

Hopefully.

I do not mean this badly, but if you are ever with him, you will be.. not a hinderence persay, but.. being with a mortal is tempting. He will no doubt be in perfect control, but that is why he worries.

They will.

~~...I know. I felt it before, once, felt is body tense and jerk as he fought for control with himself. But that IS a hinderence, Meier, it's a trial he wouldn't have to normally deal with.~~

~~But it's one he might benefit from having to face.~~

~~Perhaps so. I just worry for him.~~

~~He will be fine, Miss.~~

~~I know. He's incredible.~~