Just recently a fair amount of people here were affected by some kind of poison. [ Hopefully the young boy will accept Athos' blunt way of speaking. He doesn't have it in him to buffer it. ] It invaded their minds, made them afraid of the people around them whether stranger or brother. Many were hurt. This is just the latest of a long line of disasters.

[ He doesn't let his own guilt for the event creep into his voice. It's very controlled, very careful. ]

You're new. [ At least this in itself a little kinder. ] I would advise you to be wary of the people you meet. There are some here who would smile at you while sharpening the blade meant for your spine. [ Says the man carrying a sword. ] One even considers himself the Devil. He lies, but he is not a good man. Avoid him at all costs.