>>19319851>"Lady Emilia. I do not know of your lineage or your deeds, for I've only recently come to this world. But I do know that you have saved me. You have my deepest gratitude."Valari peers into the golden orb as Sapphire appears within. She studies the face for a bit, then looks up.
>"Yes, she was there. She was in the luxury skybox with Priscilla Divine, the girl in pink, and..... the Queen. I saw her."Valari blinks.
>"My liege may be in danger. Let us speak as we move. I must return there. Your daughter may still be there as well."Valari begins to move in the direction of the sky
>"Your daughter did not do this. She appeared late, and I was not able to speak with her, for I was obliged to hurry to confront the outlaw Dia Mond in service of the Queen. When I arrived, I was attacked by Dia Mond's sorceress, Blue Hands. It was her who summoned the fire that burned me."As they approach the door backstage, Valari slows and looks directly at Gemma with a thoughtful expression.
>"You speak of countering this magic. I too can use some magic, but only with the aid of spirits who lend me their power. I already owe you much, but with your power aiding me and your knowledge guiding me, I might be able to create a ward to protect against enchanted fire. " 