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[Cassandra enters from the HQ entrance]

As Cassandra entered, her expression wasn't too happy. She had been deprived of her own security at the expense of others. She could just easily summon them here; but she'd rather not waste the effort and cause a fuss. Thanks to her animated throne, walking wasn't a problem - it did the job for her, and since she controlled it with her own thoughts, she didn't even have to speak, sparing the few guards that she passed of any actual eye contact. She simply licked some of the dried blood of her bonesaw as her animated throne took her to the main temple's entrance.

As she reached the door, she pushed it open perhaps just a little harder than was absolutely necessary, her throne marching in. She looked around, and then looked towards Eishun. She spoke with a tone that hinted more at annoyance rather than actual rage or genuine anger. "I can't help but receive mixed messages from you, Sir." There was no hint of respect in the use of 'sir', it seemed more like it was used to make her think she was taking the moral high ground. After all, there's nothing immoral about animating undead to help save a child, right? "I am here to help you, yet you deprive me of my men." After giving her bonesaw a quick examine, she leaves it on her lap, folding her arms. "I can't help but think that for Priests, or whatever you're supposed to be, you're being rather discriminatory against those who are somewhat humanely challenged." She said, leaning on the arm rest of her throne, which was, resting her head on her hand. That was one of the few useful things Richard had done for her - taught her all these lovely ways to sue the crap out of people. Sure, there might not be a human lawyer who'd take her case; but Richard was qualified enough should the need arise.

Needless to say, a lot of the guards were quite surprised by seeing what appeared to be a little girl on a throne of bones, the haunting scene of the seat itself and the dark doctor upon it being quite intimidating. They all stood there ground though as they reluctantly offered her passage, second guessing what the Elder was thinking, but obeying orders none the less as they let her pass.

When Cassandra entered the main chamber, it did cause panic, most of the people in there priestly robes either standing or even taking a stance, ready to cast a spell as the guards had either drawn their bows or remain ready. But, Eishun slowly raised his hand in a closed palm, his eyes fixed on the doctor as he silently told them all to stand down. As they did, hesitant about it but not questioning the Elder's orders, Eishun took a step to the edge of his part of the alter that was a few steps higher than the rest, not seeming to be too bothered by Cassandra's lack of respect, as well as her words.

"You could say that we are recieving a 'mixed message' as well, Doctor." He said calmly, his gaze stern, showing he was not at all threatened or intimidated by her, staying quite adamant as he looked at her. "You come at a time where we must choose between the lesser of two evils, and I can see that you have taken a bit of a 'bond' with Negi Springfield, which brings me to already question what intentions you may have. So do understand, caution is something that must be taken no matter who the intruder, espcially after the most recent news." Explaining himself quite thoroughly, he was only silent for a moment and took a short breath before continueing. "Now then... in what regards would you wish to help us. I still find it hard that someone like yourself has taken an interest in our society." Whether he was implying something, or simply making a point; it was hard to tell, but it was clear that he was suspicious, and with very good reason too. Still, he would take any help possible, yet was this kind truly right..?

As many points as she decided to make; it still didn't change the fact of what she was. That wasn't necessarily why he was so reluctant though. With his daughter in danger, he would have personally accepted the help offered to her. But, the temple had it's standards, and he did not wish to defile it's name by seeking the aid of a vampire; even if she was actually offering her help and would have probably been able to fix this problem on her own.

'I can assure you, if something is not done, your existence would meet an untimely end.' But baring in mind what the letter said as well, it was just barely enough to convince him, and something did have to be done. The dilemma was a nightmare, and he could not stand having to face such a debate. But, as he thought about the threat of losing his daughter being something that could have become a reality... he finally came to a decision; swallowing his pride as he told his resolve.

"You have my permission. Just be sure not to kill anyone unless it is absolutely necessary. Even the criminals; I want them back alive." He didn't sounded firm, though definitely not too happy with this decision. But at this point, he had very little choice left it seemed...

Now she was really pushing it. He could see past allowing her entry, and he could even find it easy to shrug off most of her comments, taking no seriousness to them as he found it to just be her own dark sense of humor. But when she decided to claim rights upon any of the dead, as well as defile this place further by bringing in some of her 'minions', he had to draw the line. Though he would do it in a manner that still left the 'negotions' possible, as he still found that even though Cassandra's presance was a sin, it was a blessing in the same.

"Unfortunately, they can still not be allowed entry. However I will meet them outside myself if you wish to inform them as well. I can understand the importance of your... friends." He continued, soundinf like he wasn't sure how to really place a title upon them and simply calling them friends of hers, even though he knew they were no more than her lackys. "That is the best that can be done. So if you will, we shall speak outside." The guards and priests all seemed shocked about this, concerned for the Elder, but with a calm, stoic expression upon Eishun's face, he stepped down from the platform and approached Cassandra. Or rather, he was to walk past her as he seemed ready to depart, determined to get things set right.

This was getting rather troublesome... He could only wish that the Thousand Master was here at this point; Nagi seemed to have quite a knack for dealing with vampires of all sort, and would have been able to disuade Cassandra through his own expertise. That aside, Eishun would deal with this the best way he knew how, and as reluctant as he had felt about actually having the Kansai deal with the undead in this sort of manner, there was little choice in the matter of what he could do. After all, his own daughter was in trouble, and there was little that he currently could actually do.

Answering with a silent nod, feeling there was little need for words, the Elder had made his way towards the exit, accompanied but to well armored guards who seemed to prefer a bow over a blade. Both of whom seem a bit androdginous, poised, and adamant, following the Elder at his sides with obediance. Eishun did turn to look at Negi, Regan, Cirus, and even Chamo before he motioned for them to follow, offering a soft, assuring smile like everything was going to be alright.

"Let's go then, shall we~?" Cassandra said with a grin. Finally, a real battle. No holding back. Truly, it would soon be a time of Kicking a** and animating undead. Hopefully not in that order, though - otherwise the undead would be rather bored. Not that most undead actually had the mental capacity to be bored. Either way, this would be fun; especially for Grundy. She ignored the guards on her way out, simply grinning maniacally to herself.

[Cassandra marches out to the HQ entrance on her Bone Throne.]

"Hm?" Negi pulls out his cellphone, having received the message from Asakura. "Ah, some of them are waiting for us outside... I had intended for them to at least come in hrough the gate, but we're going out there anyway, huh?" The small teacher nods his head before starting to walk on ahead. "I'll go ahead and meet them outside. C'mon, Chamo-kun."

Chamo, as Negi walks on ahead, keeps an eye on Cirus before turning forward after they've gained some distance. He felt a little better as they gained got more distance from him, his unease lifted.

[Negi and Chamo leave to the entrance.]

Regan enters the temple first, still carrying Konoka in her arms, careful and with dignity. She's wrapped in Cirus's cloak still, of course, and it's quite warm, snuggly. Soft, even, at least on the outside. Durable on the outside. She looks around for the elder, wondering where she should put Konoka down.

Cirus walks in with Xenon, spotting Satomi and the others, and Regan with the girl that had been on the alter in her arms. Of course she'd volunteer to carry the girl, Cirus can't help but thing, though he knows Regan has a good sense of timing, usually. It wasn't like her to take advantage of a situation like that, so he leaves her be. Instead, he turns and nods to Xenon. "We're here. Relax."