[ her presence at his side is comforting, and it eases him a little more casually into the walk. he's suspicious, and worried, and unsure of exactly what she isn't telling him, but he also knows that she will tell him, soon. because if she doesn't, he'll needle her for it ceaselessly.

the eyes of the others around them are noted, but not important, given the scenario. he feels bad for them, yes, but in the light of finding his sister he doesn't really care all that much about the jealousy sent his way. he's never needed that kind of acceptance from strangers. ]

The Circle. [ he repeats, a bit unsure. ] And where did you meet them? [ are they a group fro whitestone? should he know who they are? he's been traveling with keyleth last he checked, so it isn't as though he'd been aware of what vex had been doing day to day, but weeks?

and then there is her question, and vax turns to look at her more fully now. ] The last time I saw you, you were in Whitestone. It wasn't even two weeks ago. We were planning to go to Syngorn together. [ a beat, before he tilts his head a bit, catching her eyes. he holds them for a moment, squeezing her arm where it's looped in his. ]

Sister, I know something's wrong that you're not telling me. What happened?