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         Already set to leave, Bryndis headed straight to the stables shortly after Black left. While the first day's ride was rather uneventful, she had no real complaints about it. The scenery wasn't bad, and though she was still on guard in case things changed, the moment of peace before the coming job was welcome. As the sun began to set, Black found a place for them to make camp. Bryndis stretched briskly, a necessity after a whole day of travel. She then joined her companions seated by the fire.

Bryndis listened intently as Black began to explain how their encounter with the bandits would, or at least should, go. The idea was simple, Black would handle communications with them, and the rest of them were not to start any conflict with them. As for keeping her weapons on herself, that was no problem- she looked down at her swords, both resting neatly beside her. Black continued on about meeting with the leader and how to behave in their bandit camp. His planning was sound, and Bryndis took no issue with any of it.

He then when into detail about how the attack on the shipments would go. She watched as he drew two parallel lines into the dirt to indicate where the two paths were. Next they were divided into teams. She was to be paired with Vivian. Bryndis quickly glanced over at the woman and just as quick focused her attention back on Black who was finishing up his explanation. She nodded to him that she had heard it all and understood. As Black went to discuss his and Loke's plan of attack, Vivian called her.

Bryndis turned towards the Mind Walker, curious as to what she was thinking. Vivian detailed how Bryndis would need to proceed strategically. Close quarters combat was certainly her speciality, but under these circumstances it would definitely put the whole job at risk.
"I understand." Bryndis replied affirmatively, staring directly where Vivian's eyes would be if they were visible. She was to place herself near the edge of combat, near enough to the cart, and to eliminate any one who saw her. Her brow twitched slightly at that statement. If it could be helped, she'd rather not have to kill unnecessarily. She nodded lightly to herself, listening as Vivian continued on. Bryndis would hold her position until she heard the woman's voice. She nodded again. The Mind Walker attempted a smile, reassuring Bryndis' trust in her.
"Understood." Bryndis answered simply.

Bryndis took the third shift that night figuring it would be easier for her to get up come morning. She slept deeply until her shift, then lightly afterwards. The next morning, the four of them set off again. They had been travelling for a number of hours before their first encounter with the bandits. The low echo of a twig snapping was abruptly followed by a gruff shout from the woods. Bryndis scanned around quickly, but held her position.