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Unfortunately for Naberius, Melody knew next to nothing. This was the first she'd even heard of the possibility of war! She didn't let her surprise show, instead biting back her emotions the way she had been learning to do ever since coming here. This didn't seem like the kind of place to show weakness — and her general obliviousness was definitely a weakness.

No, Melody said coolly. I don't see any point to worrying. It'll happen or it won't. She was genuine in this, at least. Her gaze turned curious with her next words. What all have you heard about it? Melody did her best to sound as if she already knew what he was talking about and only wanted to gauge his knowledge.