[Ramza takes the gloves from Barkeep. He has leather gloves that would protect his hands, but these will take much less time to dry if he gets them soaked through. He nods at Rialynn, a little confused as to Alma's look of sudden amusement.

Alma starts a little kettle heating by the fire.]

I do not know if I can yet call Lady Agrias a friend. My brother knows her better than I. I have met her only briefly. But yes, Lady Agrias' appointment as Ovelia's knight was a great step. There were other great lady warriors rising to fame around the same time- Lady Meliadoul of the Knights Templar, and even one of the leaders of the villanous Corpse Brigade, Milleuda Folles. Such things were unheard of in my Father's day.

[She shrugs.] It is still more likely for a woman to become a mage than a warrior, but it is now a path open to a young lady with the inclination.