Ahead lies the great light that...

[Anastasia]

I agree, however, we may yet be able to leverage and advantage. I would not use it trivially, but if Lord Zaphkiel would speak on our behalf, perhaps she would relent. Our need is just and our cause is pure.

[Nephrite]

Lord Zaphkiel, I apologize for the bother and direct nature, but we find ourselves at an impasse of an Arch Angel. You may already know, but we wish to continue on to our destination. Do you think she would be swayed by your words?

[Anastasia]

I understand. You will complete whatever quest she lays on you. Give this to her.

A diamond big enough to match your fist is now in hand. It stands out amid the light, yet is radiant all on its own.

[Nephrite]

Moore simply flies closer to where he heard the sound before and holds the diamond out.

He doesn't need to know what it is or what it does, though he is extremely curious!

He can always just ask later, anyway.

Also, sorry I keep forgetting to put in the right color. I'll remember eventually, I promise.

[Anastasia]

You approach out with the diamond.

Silence.

A long period of silence.

"Who gave this to you?" The woman finally asks, voice neutral, no intonation to it at all.

[Nephrite]

"The Master of the Illuminated Heavens." Moore says. "I have been instructed that I will complete whatever you request of me, which I believe you already have."

[Anastasia]

There is a long pause before, "I accept this," she says at last, "My debt to you is repaid, Lord of Chronias. Oh High One, shall you intervene?"

Long moments of silence in the light.

"Then you may go on, if my Master does not wish to intervene." The woman commands.

[Nephrite]

Moore bows his head in respect. "You will not see me again until I bring you word of the task you have placed on me." He says.

He continues on, curiosity creeping up inside of him, only to be quashed under the reason for their visit.

[Anastasia]

d100+77 again.

[Nephrite]

[15:54] <Nephrite> roll 1d100+77
[15:54] <Penuche> Nephrite invokes Penuche's magic: < 134 > [d100=57]

I swear, now it's just toying with me.

[Anastasia]

Perception for hearing.

[Nephrite]

Take 10 for 97

[Anastasia]

You hear the flapping of wings coming in your direction from dead ahead.

[Nephrite]

Moore will stop again!

[Anastasia]

"Please halt," It is a familiar voice - the voice of Grandfather Time.