Ophilia clenched her staff, her decision weighing on her.

"I must gather the ember, that I might perform the Kindling in my sister's stead. This is a path I have chosen. I alone must go. Hm? Even so, you would lend me your aid? I thank you kind offer. Surely the flame has guided you to my side. Now let us for the Cave of Origin. It lies the hills to the east of town."