"We are not quite all of one mind," came an answer from nearby. Ashelia strolled toward the new Hero, her own moogle close behind her. The Queen of Dalmasca wore a simple peasant blouse and a long magenta skirt, a wicker basket draped over one arm. "Though thankfully more of us have the sense to question than not."

Ashelia nodded courteously at Ramza and his moogle. "I am the Lady Ashelia B'nargin Dalmasca. This is my moogle attendant, Merlose."

"Kupo!"

"You are newly arrived, yes?"