[center][img]https://78.media.tumblr.com/a3b148938837c8380c1eb6e43f0d31fc/tumblr_pcvta2YxeN1w6599so1_1280.png[/img] [/center] After a bit of discussion, they decided to go with a plan of sorts, keeping things brief enough as to not arouse suspicion. They were not entirely sure how they were going to get out of this one, but they had an idea. Ashton would go with Fritzi to Pepin's house, Chieko, Aerith, and Hiro would go to the Clinic, and everyone else would head off with Aer. If they could stay alive long enough, maybe Aer would return with reinforcements. Weren't there a few other people here last time though? Yuuki wasn't present, and wasn't there another kid? It wasn't like anything could be done about their disappearance now. [hr] [center] Peppin's House [/center] Ashton made the mistake of asking Fritzi about her wages and lively hood, which sparked a conversation that lasted the entire duration of their trip. [color=peachpuff]”...And if I'm not selling stuff in the golden quarter, I'm usually cleaning some rich guys house. Or girls! We're a progressive community!”[/color] She flashed a grin, before droning on. [color=peachpuff]”As for how well I'm paid, I don't think it's like, the best pay ever. But it's all menial work anyway. You're never going to get rich doing that sort of stuff. Not like I could get a better job anyway. There aren't a lot of demi human nobles around. And the ones that are around would probably want want me for...favors.”[/color] She stopped walking in front of Peppin's house. [color=peachpuff]”And speaking of favors...”[/color] She turned her body towards Ashton and placed her hands behind her head. [color=peachpuff]”I'd like your honest opinion, do you think I look cute enough?”[/color] Fritzi was frowning while she arced her back. [color=peachpuff]”I can't believe you're the only guy I was able to hook! I was really hoping Hiro would come join us. I had it all planned out, I was going to teach him how to use magic and wrap him around my finger!”[/color] She smiled. [color=peachpuff]”But I guess you'll do for now.”[/color] In a flash, Fritzi pounced forward and pressed her forehead against Ashton's. [color=peachpuff]”light huh? That's not a very common one.”[/color] Much like with Hiro, Aerith, and Alistair, Fritzi explained to Ashton how to use his gate to cast spells. [color=peachpuff]”So how about giving it a try?”[/color] [hr] [center] Hero's district [/center] Aer looked over her shoulder at Flame. [color=ffdead]”The war has been going for some time now. It must have been at least a decade. No one really knows how it started. Allegedly there were two villages, one filled with demihumans and another filled with humans. The leader of the demihuman village killed the leader of the human village.”[/color] Aer adjusted her hood and looked straight ahead. [color=ffdead]”The war ended with the demihumans surrendering and entering into a treaty. Even though the war is over though, not everyone is happy with the outcome. The bandit situation here is largely due to the war, but not everywhere is like this. There's less resistance in the larger cities, but that might just be because of the manpower employed there.”[/color] Aer coughed. [color=ffdead]”But more relevent to your situation, do any of you know about the people who teleported you here? Anything would be of use.”[/color] That's right, Ashton wasn't here to explain things this time. It was probably too early to say, but there wasn't an ambush waiting for them this time. Whew! [hr] [center] Clinic [/center] Much like the crew had expected, Quill had been called in to help teach the foreigners. But not before Donovan checked everyone to confirm their element. [b]”Light is an interestin' element to have on hand. Plenty of uses in the clinic too. It's not as useful for healin' people up, but you can do a lot of other stuff. ”[/b] He turned to Aerith [b]”Dark is less practical, sadly. But it has its uses. You can numb someone's body if you're strong enough, but I can't say that's very safe to practice on patients.”[/b] He folded his massive arms. [b]”Still good to have an extra pair of hands.”[/b] He presented Chieko with a candle to practice with. Unlike last time, Quill seemed much more relaxed, and didn't show a shred of aggression. Just like she was right before their fight. [color=dab666]“Light, huh?”[/color] She waved her hand. [color=dab666]“It just so happens we have the perfect specimen for you to practice your magic on. If you would follow me to the back please.”[/color] The room fell silent. Quill sighed before looking over her shoulder again. [color=dab666]“I keep stray cats as pets sometimes.”[/color] [b]”R-right.”[/b] Donovan sighed. [b]”Sounds like she's got ya covered, Hiro.”[/b]