Caroline almost winced at the weary sound of Fio's voice, nodding to Trista as she made her way to the door and through. "Morning," she greeted the Governor warmly. "I hope I'm not interrupting anything important."
Moving to sit down, she laid the transcript on her knees, her head tilted in concern as she looked over at Fio. "Maybe I should have brought coffee with me," she suggested mildly, making a note to remember to do this next time she wandered by this way. "Although I'm hoping what I have to say isn't going to give you a bigger headache.
"You remember I said that if things got worse, I would open up Maple Grove to anyone who wanted sanctuary there from the violence in the Old Temple? Well, I think things have got worse. We have two large manor houses in the Grove standing empty right now, as well as numerous smaller houses and cottages scattered about the place that aren't in use. They can be made fit for habitation in a matter of hours. What I'd like to do, with your permission, is offer them up as temporary accommodation to anyone who would like to move out of the Old Temple District while this current unpleasantness is ongoing.
"There are mages operating within the boundaries of Maple Grove; they assure me that they are familiar with the rituals and signifiers of the cultists of Myr'Khul and will be able to keep them from entering our grounds. Also, I'd like to work with one of the security firms recommended by this office to provide protection for the properties left behind in the Old Temple, as well as escorts for those who work and school within the district itself."
She cleared her throat, rubbing at her neck awkwardly. "I won't tolerate any violence within the grounds of Maple Grove; anyone who brings their grievances with them and acts upon them will be sent back, unfortunately. But I think steps need to be taken to protect the innocents who are being targeted as a result of this ....public relations nightmare."
Having said what she'd come to say, she offered Fio a tiny smile. "If the Baron can't protect his people, I propose that the Governor can, using the resources at her disposal."