[ he's wondering if he should be offended by the coming from you part, mister! of which is met with a twitch of his eyebrow. but the question has his thoughts rerouting - to dwell upon that is much more welcome. ]

I went to one of the gatherings of the Evergreen Circle. First, with the intent to do as we were requested, to investigate....

[ which somehow seemed like an age ago, like he's always been at home there; it's remarkable to reflect that it's been less than a week, really. ]

But it's no wonder that the Coven is so concerned. [ his fangs grit in a sneer; one would think he's talking of petty jealousy. but returning to speak of alder, his expression lightens, and his voice becomes stronger, ] His message is moving. He preaches of hope, of a destiny filled with promise, and assures us of a path forward.

The Evergreen Circle holds our future. All of these people [ he gestures, to those visible about, and to eren ] - need to join us.