I'm pretty surprised with the answer at the end of the chapter...Especially after getting such a neat little power-up.
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If this is the way its going to be I don't really mind though. So much funnier having Schierke fill Farneze's role in taking care of Caska, although less effective. She could grow into it though, and thats basically the only role Farneze is essential for at the moment...
I somehow get the feeling that between Serpico and her mother that this will not be Farneze's final say on the matter.. Not to mention this build up toward her magic training. I figured she'd become the groups backup healer or something. Score a water staff somewhere, start casting barrier and heal. That sorta thing. lol maybe not

She'd take away most of Puck 'n Everella's usefulness then.
If she does stay there for the time being, I really hope that Serpico won't remain there as well. That would be a lot lamer than Farneze losing the spotlight. Maybe Farneze can get with Roderick and convince Serpico that Guts and co. need him more...but I seriously doubt it.
