Hesa considers the man. Since Yara couldn't move the pillar, conflict with the Valaclesians was inevitable. Getting rid of one before the army showed would be useful. He had Vaust where he wanted him, but it was too soon.
Bending down, he picks up the gauntlet and offers it back.
"Tonight your temple will likely come under attack by Shroud. He needs the energy you hold and the artifacts my allies protect. A duel now would weaken both our forces. We both have the duty to protect what is ours. Will you jeopardise Natalia, your temple and your duty, especially when," he says "We won't have this duty tomorrow. If you will permit it, I will meet you for a duel on the morrow."
He messages Yara through the crystal.
Prepare to intervene if things go badly.
What did you do?
I was a bit too successful in getting his attention. We may be about to duel.
%@!%^? You were supposed to talk to Natalia about Shroud!
She isn't here, it seems. Get over here fast.
What do you need me to do?
I dunno. Maybe nothing. Improvise.