b) You have the grass dogs to call upon, and the Seeker is extremely powerful. If Saschana tries anything sneaky, she will soon regret it. Not only is Saschana not stupid enough to fight, but she is also responsible for your survival. She might be harsh and cold, but you can trust her. You let her handle the sceptre.
c) Draw your weapons. It's going to be a fight.
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