Our party regrouped at base to inform Anise of our unexpected reunion with friends and foes past. Our developments surprised her, to say the least, but it was the news of Mabon that hit hardest. Compounded by the Alliance's increasing impatience, I certainly don't envy the pressure Anise is under. That being said, if any good came of Mabon's surprise appearance, it was to provide us some much-needed direction. We've decided our next best move is to try and retrace Mabon's steps. In following his path, we hope to gain some insight into what we might be overlooking. It may be a bit unconventional as far as leads go, but if Mabon left such memories behind, it was certainly for a reason. As I took my leave, I was advised by the Alliance's Researcher Rin to direct my search south. And that's just what I plan to do. ***