[Roa_Aoife]

As Roa followed Snaveling's line of sight, she froze. The cellar. Her lungs tightened instinctually. The memory's were coming back again. Slowly, Roa stepped toward the doors. Snaveling tried to stop her.

"Why would you go down that way, Roa? Nothing is down there," he said casually, but Roa could read the desperation in his voice. Toby stopped walking and could only gape. Roa's face had hardened completely. Now I remember. The barrels were blocking my path becuase... becuase... Roa turned and ran. She needed air, fresh air. She inwardly cried denial, but the memories did not stop, and it could not be denied. Snaveling... he trapped me... he left me to die!

Galadel was at her side in an instant. Valthalion came running as well. Toby had followed outside as fast as his hobbit legs could carry him- which was surprisingly fast. Only Snaveling did not rush to them. He followed her out cautiously, keeping a safe distance. Galadel produced a strange liquid and forced it down Roa's throat. Immediately, her breathing slowed. Galadel muttered something to Toby, who immediately set about dispelling the curious onlookers. With some fast words, he calmed their fears and suspicions, and they left. Valthalion helped Roa to a spot under the shade to rest a minute. Roa's face lost all expresion as she looked at Snaveling, who slowly making his way to their position.

"Why do you hesitate, sir? I gave my word that no harm would come to you through me, and my word stands, no matter how I regret it." He came and stood in front of her. "Help me to stand, Valthalion." The young man pulled her to her feet and supported her.

"Has you memory returned... my lady?" Snaveling questioned quietly. Roa noted the formal address. Friend no more, then.. "It has indeed, sir. From this day forth I release you from my bond. You are free to come and go as you please. I wish for you to never enter my sight again." Her voice stayed flat, her face blank, and her eyes would not look at him. I would have burned and it would not have kept sleep from him! It was with great restraint she turned from him. Facing Galadel, she surprised to see the sadness reflected in the Elfwoman's eyes. Roa was more surprised to feel the deep sadness within herself.