Emiri wanted to believe Jaakuna. She truly did. But somewhere deep inside her, she wished it would never come to that. If she never saw Grant again it would be a blessing. Maybe she was still afraid of him but for now, she let those thoughts rest. Still, she liked the way Jaakuna thought, and laughed a little with him. She gave Jaakuna a small smile in return. "[b][color=f6989d]I'll protect you, too.[/color][/b]" She replied quietly, praying it would never come to that again, and her smile faded as she let out a groan, scratching her head. "[b][color=f6989d]I guess I owe Naddie an apology for getting hot headed. I really am picking up your terrible habits. If only you would pick up some of mine.[/color][/b]" She grinned. She opened her mouth to make another comment, but before she could, a familiar face outside caught her attention. She squinted at the man, frowning slightly. Where had she seen him before? Watching him walk by, she racked her brain to try to remember. "[b][color=f6989d]That's...General Harris?[/color][/b]" She pondered out loud, though let out a slight gasp as she spotted a pair of Viera trailing after him.. ------ Nadeline let out a small laugh, clearly amused by Wesley. Hook, line, and sinker. Still, she didn't want to admit that on the scoreboard he was definitely winning, but she'd hopefully get to change that. She did admit to herself, however, that she did fancy Wesley. Just a little. Maybe more then a little. "[b][color=fdc68a]You don't need to force that which will happen naturally.[/color][/b]" She chided, taking another sip of tea. "[b][color=fdc68a]What was that phrase...'what happens will happen'? I will have to look that up.[/color][/b]" She giggled slightly, though she did let out a small sigh. "[b][color=fdc68a]Speaking of happening, I must apologize for my...rather un-princess-like behavior earlier. I assure you I am no barbarian. Emi and I just happen to not see eye to eye at times. That's all.[/color][/b]" ------ "[b]I fail to understand why my lord himself has bothered to come all the way out here when we can easily handle such a menial task.[/b]" The two Viera and General traveled through the streets of Rabanastre. They had brought no soldiers, their precence essentially masked except for those who knew their faces. "[b]You forget the Empress' words so easily, Vlyn?[/b]" Aloa asked him warily. "[b]There is a fabled power underneath Rabanastre. We are to acquire it. What part did you not understand?[/b]" "[b]She also wants us to fetch that Sky Pirate and Princess Nadeline.[/b]" Vlyn replied. "[b]Though where the girl who manipulates time fits into this, I don't know. I'm getting confused.[/b]" To both of their surprises, the General chuckled, looking back at them. "[b]The Empress demands much of us, no?[/b]" He joked. Aloa smiled, nodding. "[b]Yes, my lord, she does.[/b]" Vlyn crossed his arms, not as amused as Aloa was. "[b]Then someone PLEASE tell me what needs to be done. Seriously.[/b]" "[b]I think I can handle the few rats in the Garamsythe Waterway. You can leave that much to me.[/b]" Harris said as they stopped before the entrance to Lowtown. "[b]You two can hunt down the wanted ones. I hear Vlyn has a knack for finding Sky Pirates. Whether we accomplish one or more tasks is not important. What matters is that we divide and conquer. The princess is not to be harmed; as for the other two they're to be taken in. The Sky Pirate is a criminal, the girl is to be brought to Reia.[/b]" Vlyn and Aloa looked at one another. They weren't exactly too sure about the temporary alliance with Archadia, nor did they trust its Emperor. They weren't exactly fans of Grant and Savayna either, but they had little choice in the matter. They were spared both Grant and Savayna's presence for the moment, and only had their General. "[b]Archadia does not know of the girl's power.[/b]" Aloa reminded them. "[b]To them, Princess Nadeline is worth more.[/b]" "[b]And so we will leave it that way.[/b]" Harris warned her. "[b]Which is why regardless of what happens I want you two specifically looking for the girl. Should Archades find the Sky Pirate and the Princess, they will leave her, and that will be your chance to strike.[/b]" He opened the door, looking back. "[b]I know you two can do it. Contact me once you have gotten them; our reports say they were last spotted here, in Rabanastre.[/b]" The Viera nodded, watching the General descend. Vlyn let out a low groan, scratching his head. "[b]Did you HAVE to tell him I was the one that found the Sky Pirate? Now he thinks I'm a bloodhound.[/b]" Aloa shook her head. "[b]Reia thinks of us as his dogs. We may as well play the image, no?[/b]" "[b]Wouldn't that make you a bitch?[/b]" He received a swift kick for his troubles. "[b]Ow![/b]"