When Inric appears in the little study, Magistra Colle is seated in front of the big window, reading. She looks round and smiles. "Ah, hello Sage. It's good to see you again." "Magistra Colle, I -" Inric begins, and then falters. "I've just come from Maesfell. Your research is safe." "That is good to know, thank you." She stands up, placing her book down carefully on the table. "Is that all you came to say?" "No," he admits, hating the necessity of what is coming next.