"The Dawn Shard was indeed a treasure worth protection; however, with how little we know about Crystallis, we cannot be sure this grimoire's significance is unequal to even deifacted nethicite." Her tone of voice indicated her doubt, though. "Jessie has been more helpful than not, overall, but 'tis clear she sees little value in educating us in her ways. In some ways, she reminds me of Dr. Cid." Not necessarily a bad thing, but Ashe not trusting their hosts implicitly shouldn't exactly be news to the young sky pirate.

"Tread carefully. It could be activated by some panel on the floor..." Ashe warned as she took a hesitant step forward. When nothing happened, she walked somewhat more confidently, her back straightening to its usual posture. "You should have come to fetch me before setting out, Vaan." Her tone was soft, almost as if she was hurt that he hadn't. She knew they had drifted somewhat apart since the Battle over Rabanastre, but he still held a special place in her heart, along with the others. "You know I would have come with you. We are not at full strength here. Our technicks, magicks, the Scions, they have all left us."