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Collin knew Charrusi was a façade to hide the man’s true identity, he knew because he was of the exact same nature after all. Merely smiling in reply to Charrusi's response, it almost seemed as if any answer would have satisfied Collin. In all honesty, he hadn’t been expecting the truth immediately when he’d asked his question anyway. Still, he was slightly disappointed at Charrusi’s thinly veiled lie. Of course, if he had no courtesy, he could always simply make the man’s mask disappear. A prank for another time perhaps, Collin mused.

Upon hearing Zyren’s words, Collin wrapped a brown cloak around his shoulders in preparation for the journey ahead. His usual jovial manner still ever present despite the prospect of the dangers which awaited them.

Picking up a nap-sack he’d left by the entrance upon entering, Collin turned to watch Leyna and Ravina as Zyren informed them that it was time to depart, his expression, as always, cheerful. “An armed group will be detected by the druids upon entering the forest. If this is meant to be a secret mission I hope that you have a suitable plan of evasion or explanation prepared” The young man warned as he simply stood by the doorway, waiting for Leyna to lead the way. “I’ll also remain close-by. In the event of an emergency I should be able to prevent any harm coming to her highness”

Collin noticed Ravina’s face still contorted with unease and abruptly made an elaborate arm gesture towards the door. “Fear not my Queen! Though you may be leaving the familiar comfort of this castle for the moment and journeying into the unknown. Know that while there is some danger, there is greater beauty to be found also! Afterall, they say the sun shines brightest after the storm” He smiled amicably.