Verna: While everyone is setting up camp, Verna takes Vala aside to speak privately. She tells her that Halia came to her room our last night in town and made her an offer to join the Black Network. Verna accepted, feeling she must now that she knows Halia’s involvement with the group, and because she is intrigued what can be learned from Halia. She doesn’t want to keep anything from Lady Vala, but she isn’t sure how the others might feel about it since she did accept the offer.
Vala: I thought it was you! I have Seen you.
The Thief Who Steals the World. She takes Verna's hand very serious. "I appreciate your candor, lady of the forest. You MUST tread carefully, but you’ve taken the path you always would. I cannot fault you for that
just… if you are uncertain, you always have my support, however unlikely our companionship." And she smiles at you very genuinely like she’s known you for a long time."
Verna: Your wisdom is appreciated, and your friendship even more so! I will continue to keep Halia on the hook… I like knowing who we’re dealing with, in any case.
Vala: As do I. Very clever of you. Let me know if you need a foil in your machinations; that one is not fond of me.