Ramza frowned. "The most recent arrivals did not receive crystals. Are we to be spared this blight?" He did not feel sick like some of the others, but there was the pervasive exhaustion to consider. But maybe it was just weariness, blown out of proportion by the suggestion of a greater illness. He had been quite active lately.

"If you are able to coordinate with the Lady Ashelia, she would be a good companion for your route." He trusted that the lady could protect herself and Ales from any possible threat.