[ It seems, in this place, there is no such thing as a satisfying answer, and it would frustrate her were she not otherwise entertained. She is thirsty for knowledge, but willing to wait, at least, for it to be given to her. ]

I have found no ritual markers, no symbols, nothing to indicate where the barrier might come from, or the source of it.

[ Perhaps she ought to keep her own magical prowess to herself, at least for now. A soft noise, almost like a laugh, and then she is shaking her head. ]

No. This is an event for this month. Usually the parties are simpler, with less game to it. Perhaps that are trying to earn our forgiveness for the last few weeks.