[h1][center][color=AC5FFB]Risa[/color] & [color=crimson]Valaeon[/color][/center][/h1]

The afternoon had been both pleasant and as Valaeon would say, "glorious." The night, however, would be even better as the new bonds being formed were only strengthening with time. River Port establishments lit up with welcoming lights and people of the port appeared to unwind. Along the boardwalk, Valaeon walked beside Risa, the two being a very odd pair. He hummed an unknown tune as they strode along. Valaeon had invited Risa to join him for a walk for what seemed to be nothing more than having good company.

[Color=crimson]"Ah! Isn't the port wonderful? The air! The sea! The sights before us are magnificent!"[/color]

Risa glanced at Valaeon and smiled at his words. The night set in on the two of them as the sun set and the light of the store windows lit up their faces with each step. They had spent much of the afternoon getting to know each other and his company had been very appreciated. His enthusiasm and optimism were contagious and it was much easier to remain in decent spirits having him around. 

[color=AC5FFB]“Oh yes! I love port towns or just about anything by the sea! Used to come to Roshmi and sit by the water when I was young all the time. Kyran likes to fish so I’d watch him and wonder about how far the sea goes. My brother used to want to buy us a boat to go explore it.”[/color] Her smile threatened to falter towards the end of her words but it held up as if the corners were nailed in.

[Color=crimson]"My, that sounds wonderful. A boat so you could explore the sea…"[/color] Valaeon chuckled. [Color=crimson]"It sounds like a dream worth making a reality, dear friend!"[/color] He assured as he was aware of her current dilemma concerning her brother. [Color=crimson]"Agreed?"[/color]

Risa steered her gaze ahead as he spoke,  [color=AC5FFB]“As worth it as it is, I don’t think everyone else would feel so optimistic about my brother. He’s very dangerous and it is not a decision I alone get to make. I, of course, can’t help but hope for such a dream.”[/color]

[Color=crimson]"How sharp of you, young one. No decision should ever be made alone. You have much weight on your tiny shoulders… And though it makes you brave, we must collaborate with others to succeed."[/color] Valaeon stopped and crossed his arms over his chest. The two were now near the end of the boardwalk, nearly vacant of people. His wings spread proudly before he grinned at Risa. [Color=crimson]"You are not alone anymore. Whether my militia joins me or not, I will aid you!"[/color]

[color=AC5FFB]”Thank you, kind Valaeon. This means a lot to me. I’m glad to have your support and friendship.”[/color] Risa stopped walking and turned to face him as she spoke, returning the smile.