Mercy and Movement

Mercy for one that's wronged us has left our adventuring family at odds. Some are open to the idea of Finnick joining us to make amends for his actions, others have flat out refused to believe his words, and yet still another believes their minds are mirroring one another. I guess all we can do is keep our eyes open and be vigilant until words are turned into action. I think our dear and reckless Astrid summed it up the best with a smack to his head and a stern reprimand of "be good". With Finnick in the hot seat I was surprised when the attention turned to Phileas. He hasn't been himself lately but none of us have really approached him about it because it seems we have all changed in some way or another and it takes time to really integrate and absorbed everything. He's nervous and secretive, muttering phrases like "I'm afraid if I say anything , she'll hurt me", or "I've fucked up.....guys I've fucked up" "It's all I knew" "she fights dirty"
 
Who is SHE???
and why is Phileas so afraid???
All I can say is SHE better leave him alone if she knows what's good for her. This mama bear will become a bear and eat her for breakfast! No one touches my babies, not if I can help it!
 
On the flip side of that ,Coal warned me that "Phileas IS a danger to our party" ...it gives even me a moment to pause. Animals can sense when something is not quite right... but OUR Phileas...a danger? I know he casts a mean fire bolt...but he would NEVER hurt us!
Through all of this it seems Phileas and Finnick have bonded over shared thoughts and fears. Maybe this will be good for the both them...knowing they aren't alone in their past. perhaps they could both use a cup of my special tea before bed tonight.
We've decided as a group to continue on and figure this all out along the way, saving the world waits for no ones traumas I guess .
 
We've reached a small city by the name of Amethyst . We were greeted as we entered by a lovely and informative young guard, so polite! I'm sure his mother is very proud of him! He suggested a couple of quality places to stay and informed us that the person in charge is named Yohan Durham...I hope I've spelt that correctly. His reputation is one of openness and a friend to all. We've decided it might be best to meet with him in the morning, after we've all rested.....and after we retrieve our ever curious Astrid from the beach. Goodness knows what she'll be collecting now. Her fascination with bones and body parts is ..... interesting.
 
One of the most wonderful things occurred on the way to beach though, an old student of mine , Mosi, lives and works here in Amethyst! His heart is almost as large as he is and his ability to pursue what makes him happiest is still apparent to me. He is such a sweet boy, so hardworking and always looking for the silver lining to any situation...bless his heart. Mosi was also kind enough to let me know he is still in touch with the school... I almost wrote my school...but I guess I cant say that anymore can I? Apparently there has been a huge influx of students... which is shocking to me. While the school was never secret ...it was only though small channels that people would learn of our location. Magic hasn't always been welcome in my home country...at least in parts of Barzum.
 
The BEST part of Mosi's story is that Fabian has found his way to the school. My heart is overjoyed to hear such news, that Fabian is safe and thriving. Mosi also mentioned Fabian traveled with a fellow by the name of Orian but that name doesn't ring a bell...
 
Mosi had information regarding one of the names we believe to be important to the finding of the artifacts. Corinthius Greyhawk....and he is in the capital of this country ....Eberon. Mosi warned us though, that Amethyst is the nicest area in this country, that the other cities are ...unkind, I think that's the word he used. Regardless we will have to find him....but that is a worry for tomorrow.....I'm so tired and my eyes can barely stay open to finish writing this....I so hope for a peaceful, restful slumber.