[Everdawn]

The new man was taller than Maén, much taller and weathered. Still as small as she was, she stood her ground. “I would like to offer my services.” He said. Maén could feel the eyes of her companions upon her. She turned to look at Crystal who shrugged. Maén turned her sharp gaze back to the man.

“Many know who I am, and I would be weary of whom I chose for this venture. Are you learned of weapons?” the man nodded. “And I do not know wether you would be an enemy of my house, do you understand? That is why I am so well equipped these here men and woman of Rohan.” She watched Idruil’s eyes pass over the Rangers, Gondorians, Crystal and Easterling.

“I am no enemy of the Il Galoth house, nor am I loyal to the fabled Guriel. I am Idruil and I keep my word.”

“I would have taken this mission by myself could I fully protect myself, betray me and my good people will take care of you.” her eyes were still hard. “Im paying forty thousand in gold you realise.” Maén’s question was flat.

Idruil’s eyes widened. “I had not learned of this My lady, but I will still ride with you.”

“Then welcome Idruil, and one more thing, Guriel is not a fable, he is very much alive.” She strode past him to her faithful Hittai.

Carathir stood up. “My lady has been most gracious, you may take a horse form here, any horse which she will pay for. Do not take time, for we ride shortly.” And he followed suit to find Thaoura.