Chapter 25 Part 1

It is very late in the night with no sign of dawn to approach any time soon in the neutral capital city of the spirit world. few are awake preparing for the council meeting and court gathering for the coming day. It is in one of the side halls more tucked away near a court yard where Agni alone is wide awake seeming to mind his own business as he heads into a private study he stays during days of court events. He is not surprised to the feeling of being watched from his open window figuring that would be the case as he sits at a desk with many papers around him. The wind blows lightly in the night making tree branches hit the stone walls every now and then. He senses a presence outside and looking out there is a idea to who even with not much light to show. The figure on one of the branches on level with window sits causally her red scarf blowing slightly in the wind with her red hood up as well as her face mask helping the scarf conceal up to her nose.

Agni: (He smirks a bit as he hangs near the balcony just enjoying the time alone). Well now-now I have a guest who doesn't want to speak a word. Well that is fine enjoying the silence is just as good.

Adara: (Looks over with a smirk as well just hidden). Well silence nights like this are good for collecting your thoughts. Who knows maybe think of a new theory or two.

Agni: Well of course there are always things to think of in all different aspects but that what makes things interesting.

Adara: (Leans back on the tree and looks up). Yes there are many ways a theory or play in a game may turn out. It helps to analyze every aspect... It makes games more interesting, especially the one being played now. Its looks very intriguing. (Looks over at Agni biting her thumb a little under her mask as she thinks).

Agni: Well of course there are always things to think of in all different aspects but that what makes things interesting.

Adara: (Leans back on the tree and looks up). Yes there are many ways a theory or play in a game may turn out. It helps to analyze every aspect... It makes games more interesting, especially the one being played now. Its looks very intriguing. (Looks over at Agni biting her thumb a little under her mask as she thinks).

Agni: I'm not sure what you're talking about though I'm just waiting for your next turn my dear and playing these games defiantly do keep me on my toes (he smiles)

Adara: (Smiles as well lighting a fire in her hand). Maybe I am not sure of what you talk of either. But the games are quite fun, they at least give a challenge. For now I just wait for your play instead and see what happens and keep my half a full mystery. (Tosses a small bit of the fire to Agni still holding some as she plays with it in her hand).

Agni: (He catches the fire and makes it change colors as he is holding it). Well any good strategist never reveals their full hand right off the bat so you may be waiting, but I shall test your patience. But for now, I shall call this evening done now don't you think the same. (He smiles as he leaves the fire on the balcony as it burns with a green color).

Adara: (Is taken by surprise by the green flame making her stop and look at her own red flame almost being lost in her own thoughts of it and the tree she sits on with a sigh). I suppose it's a good strategy but it's certainly a complex game. But maybe you right on me lacking patients... Maybe on quite a few things wanting to be different... Maybe even be able to open up... Oh well maybe one day I will put my cards down... I've been holding onto one for a very long time. (Closes her fist putting out her flame using a vine to slide down the tree with ease looking back at Agni once more her eyes having a hint of sadness with a faint glow of green before turning away and going on her way).

Both walk away leaving in the dark night being very silent but not realizing she had been watched a figure in the far corner of the court yard quickly hiding once he sees the distant fire and seeing Adara and Agni even if very briefly. Kyoda being the one hiding watches closely noticing a flame in Adara's hand as well.

Kyoda: (He ponders his thoughts together though he had just met Adara though he had great suspicion of her being of fire element. Yet at the same time he can't help but trust his big brothers opinion so he is very unsure of what is happening. His thoughts go more and more wild as he can't logically think the two would meet if Adara was not a spy... He worries but decides to see what else might happen in the mean time to help him come to a decision).

The night moves on into dawn as everyone is preparing for the court gathering later that day. The group still traveling the ocean on a giant sea turtle still rests though are anxious for reuniting with Yami. Most are still fast asleep at this time but slowly they start to wake Tori being one of the first surprisingly. He wakes up slowly from a dream of flight still being a little hazy from rest. He feels like he's sleeping up against something grey, large, wet, and wrinkled, similar to that of an elephant. He realizes it is the manatee, Manny he is turn towards in his sleep. The creature seems very calm and gentle as it is turned towards him a little with its larger upper lip giving the impression of cute pout with Silver roosting above his head.

Tori: (He laughs as he pets Manny). Well thanks for letting me sleep on you last night Manny. You were pretty comfortable so still thanks a lot. (Manny simply moves his head down a little being very calm and docile. As Tori is petting Manny he realizes his wings are out as he is laying on his side realizing they are out by someone tugging on them when he moves away slightly. It feels as if someone is holding onto them snuggling and holding them like a pillow. He is wondering what is happening on his wing he can't but smile as he turns his head and see's Kairi being the culprit of the cuddling on his wings and arm in her pink sleeping bag). Well she must have moved over here while she was sleeping. (He pets her head). Oh well, might as well let her sleep.

Kairi: (Smiles in her sleep snuggling and holding the black wings close to her like she would one of her stuffed animals the stuffed rabbit she brought being used as a pillow. She rubs her cheek a little on the wings from how soft they are as she rests peacefully). ... So soft....

Tori: (He blushes but can't help but chuckle at the comment as he pats her head still). Well thank you very much Kairi, you're a sweetheart.

Kairi: (snuggles into the wings more with a sigh from being pet on the head).

Jennifer: (Overhearing Tori and Kairi she can't help but blush still being protective but knowing Kairi is happy. She suddenly turn to see Chazz sleeping beside her making her blush deepen. Looking at Chazz's sleeping face more she calms down and smile reaching out to place a hand on his cheek softly).

Chazz: (He sleeps soundly as Hiki also does but she is close to him fully as if they are snuggling).

Jennifer: (Looks over seeing Hiki as well keeping her smile seeing the both of them. She then looks on her hand on Chazz's cheek seeing the ring she has and the matching one Chazz wear frowning apologetically back towards Hiki. She knows Hiki has deep feelings as well but doesn't want her heart broken if it comes to that. She sighs shaking those thoughts away knowing things will work out some way. She looks back at Chazz her smile returning watching him sleep as her feelings get the best of her. She crawls over closer to snuggle up to Chazz on his other side feeling at ease at the warmth and comfort she feels from him).

Hiki: (She smiles but can't help but feel sad as she can guess what Jennifer is feeling right now. However for right now she is just happy to be able to stay next to Chazz even if they aren't together as a couple she would still be happy because he will still the mean the world to her. One of the first people to truly accept her she can never replace those feelings she got from him).

Shizen: (Wakes about the same time around dawn sighing contently finding she is resting her head on Rowen's chest with his arm around her holding onto her shoulder. She looks up with a growing smile at Rowen seeing his face as he rests). Well now... There is something I wouldn't mind waking up to daily. A very handsome view if I might add.

Rowen: (He moves around a little as he is waking up as well). Well I wouldn't mind such a beautiful lady laying down on me.

Shizen: (Grins but Rowen can tell there is a faint blush). Not a bad way to wake up at all. (Moves up so she can place a kiss on his lips).

Rowen: (He happily kisses her back). Nope not a problem at all but should we really be getting up right now.

Shizen: Yes as well as waking up the others. It will be a long day once we reach land. (Is about to get up but sees the walrus, Waliver as he cuddles up as well with a flipper around Rowen with a snort and snoring sound). Hmm looks like someone else had a nice night's sleep as well. (Laughs a little).

Rowen: (He laughs a bit as he pets Waliver). Yeah it certainly seems like it at least he enjoyed it

Shizen: Yes though I would say I am not a fan of sharing... Well I believe animals are a different case anyways at least. (As Rowen feels something move around on the blankets climbing up to his chest. They can see a tail wagging and Echo's head pop out of the blankets waddling happily as she climbs up to stand on Rowen's chest). Ahh especially this little one here.

Rowen: (He laughs as he can't forget about Echo). Well I can't forget about you now can I when it comes to petting now can I.

Shizen: Well she is your animal companion now and very attached to you indeed. (Laughs as well petting Echo's head as she climbs up to lick Rowen's face her tail wagging even more).

Rowen: I know I know but wouldn't replace her for anything. (He wipes his face after the licking attack from Echo).

Shizen: I understand fully. I can see she wants the day to start too so let's get started. (Sits up with a smile as she stretches her arms).

Rowen: yes, let's get everyone up than I believe. (He does the same to stretch out).

Shizen: (Nods but pauses seeing quite a few others have cuddled up to one another). It looks like we were not the only ones to cuddle up then.

Rowen: (He looks around and can't help but smile a little). Well this group does have many connections that are a bit more close than others might think.

Shizen: (Grins and nods in agreement). Certainly are young little love birds here.

Mizuko: (Is sitting in the same area she sat the night before with a kind smile). I agree, it is quite sweet to see.

Shizen: (Smile's towards Mizuko). Morning Mizu, not surprised that you're up so early, nor am I of Kura either. (Looks to the other side of the platform seeing Kura look out forward into the water).

Rowen: (He sighs). At least some people know how to get up early. (As Orion is still out cold).

Shizen: (Looks over seeing Orion sleep near Kairi with Spike sprawled out on top of him as he snuggles up. They can also hear deep snores but are not sure if they are coming from Orion or the large shaggy dog seeming amused by the two). Well I will admit ones Orion's sleeps he's out cold. I don't think he could of picked a canine companion to suit him better either.

Mizuko: (Seems amused as well but covers it a little more). They do seem quite similar, just like with his tortoise friend Rocky. (Looks forward seeing Rocky sleep on Sally's head just as soundly).

Rowen: Well I guess he isn't over his daughter just yet but I'm happy he has closer at least. And yes always seeing young love is great because have most of their lives to figure everything out.

Shizen: Young love is very innocent, there's some very sweet about it as well. As for Orion... Lose of a daughter is something you truly never could be over with or recover from. I know if something ever happened to mine I would have moments like yesterday just as much as Orion is... Just the thought is very painful to think about. (Looks down for a moment then back at Orion sleeping still with a few snores). I think he sees Kairi as second chance to have that type of bond again.

Mizuko: (Nods in agreement with a sympathetic look). Having that form of bond once again would help heal some of the pain in his heart little by little.

Rowen: Oh I am aware of that type of pain.... (He holds his chest where immediately understanding what Mizuko means).

Shizen: (Notices Rowen hold his chest and puts a hand over his hand with a tender smile). I know you do... At least Mizuko makes a good point on moving forward.

Rowen: True... In order to properly become better is by going forward. (He smiles as he holds Shizen's hand)

Mizuko: (Smiles at both Shizen and Rowen seeing the deep feelings they already have).

Chazz: (This sweet moment goes on until some of the others start to wake fully as well one of them being Chazz finding both Jennifer and Hiki cuddled up to him. He looks around him understanding why Hiki is like that since they did that a lot when Chazz was a child but is confused about Jennifer he Just looks flustered).

Jennifer: (As Chazz shuffles around in his flusteredness she snuggles closer sighing contently as she rests with a smile on her face).

Chazz: (He stops blushing and scrambling around as he just sighs as he accepts his fate). Well at least they are both comfortable.

Jennifer: (Snuggles more onto Chazz's chest holding him close as he can notice the restful heartfelt smile).

Chazz: (he smiles he wants to pet the two girls however he can't move his arms right now so he lays there letting them both sleep for a bit more as Hiki gets closer to Chazz as well).

Kairi: (Not everyone is ready to wake up wanting the moments of rest to last though Kairi is one that starts to stir from sleep. It is clear she is about to wake up being closer to Tori with a hand gripped onto his shirt as she lies on his soft wings comfortably snuggling up to them and Tori as well).

Tori: (He smiles as he rubs her head). Now, now it's time to wake up soon Kairi. The early Kairi gets the first hug.

Kairi: (She moves around a little rubbing her cheek on Tori's wing feathers cutely and with her hand rubs her eye a little being blurred by slowly waking up).

Tori: (He smiles​ as he pets her again). Waking up Finally miss sleepy head Kairi?

Kairi: ... Tori? (Starts to sit up on her knees on the feathers like a bed now rubbing both eyes cute and sleepily).

Tori: Yes miss Kairi how may I help you this beautiful morning madam? (He smirks enjoying on how cute Kairi is)

Kairi: (She lets down her hands from rubbing her eyes to look at Tori. She starts to blush putting his words together her mind wakes up. She looks down as well realizing she is sleeping on his wing as well and how close she ended up snuggling up to him). Good morning Tori. (Her blush grows looking down still cutely and with her hands in her lap).

Tori: morning again Kairi, I guess you slept comfortable from how hard you were hanging onto me.

Kairi: I was... It was really comfortable though. (Begins to giggle but then as she looks down she sees the black feathers reach to pet a few of them from how soft they are). Did I sleep on your wing too?

Tori: Well it certainly felt like you were but I'm happy you were getting so comfortable. (As he continues sitting close to Kairi).

Kairi: (Continues to blush and smile cutely towards Tori). Well you're really nice to snuggle with, I can't help it it's just so comfortable and so I just fall asleep easier. I hope you don't mind it.

Tori: (Well he blushes as he holds his face to hide it from Kairi for a moment). Well I'm glad than... And I'll never mind.

Kairi: (She giggles gaining her bright smile as well). I'm glad plus your wings were really soft so thank you. I wish I could sleep like that every day. (Continues to smile leaning forward to give Tori a hug).

Tori: Well if we do we got to keep it a secret don't want to make your sister mad now do we.

Kairi: (Looks over at Jennifer seeing her still resting on Chazz with Hiki and giggles). As long as she sleeps on Chazz then that makes us even but I don't want you to get in trouble so alright. (Smiles up at Tori and giggles with a blush again).

Tori: (He smirks). Yep it'll be our little secret now Kairi better keep it.

Kairi: (Nods but gets a heavy blush as Tori can tell she thinks of something. She all of the sudden leans over giving Tori a quick kiss on the cheek pulling away just as quickly with a cute smile and a deep blush). I promise Tori....

Tori: (He holds his cheek as he is still shocked but nods his head as he blushes heavily as well). Alright than... We should help get everyone up.

Kairi: (Nods with a big smile and a giggle as she carefully gets up to put her blanket and stuffed animal rabbit in her bag).

Kura: (Can be heard from above on the platform ledge with a small laugh having watched them as Silver jumps up to perch on Tori's hair picking at his hair affectionately).

Tori: (He pets Silver to help calm her down). Now, now you're so lively in the morning as always Silver but don't hurt my hair too much alright?

Kairi: (As Tori takes care of Silver she skips over to put her bag away noticing Orion lie next to them. She sees he is snoring with Spike snuggled up onto of him as he holds the dog in his arms and snores. She smiles seeing the large shaggy dog snore with him going over and kneeling down to wake Orion up. She first pets Spikes head who snorts to being woken up but then gives Kairi a small lick before resting up to Orion again. She giggles at the dog kisses petting Spike again before waking Orion up. She doesn't want to wake him up to suddenly so she gently pokes his cheek). Orion?

Orion: (He wakes up slowly from the touch as he groans and moves around a little). Just a little more....

Kairi: (Pouts and pokes his cheek again). But it's time to wake up.

Orion: (He groans one more time). But Kairi I want to sleep.

Shizen: (Walks over seeing the situation Kairi is dealing with). Nice of you to try Kairi but that's not the way to wake Orion. Sometimes you need to give him a little push. (Smirks glancing over to Mizuko).

Mizuko: (Instantly know that look and clasps her hands close to her in a protective way). Shizen you know I can't do that, it's to rude.

Shizen: (Pouts but then starts thinking of other solutions looking out into the water, her smirk returning). Hmm.

Kairi: (Tilts her head being very confused).

Orion: (He immediately hears Shizen's voice and sits up at great speed). I'm up, I'm up no need for that.

Shizen: (Looks forward still Orion seeing a shadow form and loom over him as she steps away pulling Kairi with her with Spike quickly moving as well over to Rowen the shadow being the shape of a whales tail). Too late already asked... Have fun there. (Waves to Orion with a grin seeming more amused than sympathetic like Mizuko shows).

Orion: (He smirks towards Shizen as he raises his hand about to make a gesture not right for Kairi to see right as the water coming from the splash of the tail hits him).

Shizen: (Burst out in laughter as the splash hits being quite large from the Orca doing a little wave towards it). Great job there Orkid.

Jennifer: (Being above on the platform she, Chazz and Hiki get hit a bit but not nearly as much as Orion feeling the cold water hit her instantly making her jump to sit up in shock and Owlet do a small screech with a frantic flap of wing as well as from Silver). Ahh!

Hiki: (She does the same as she looking around her). Ahh that was too cold!

Chazz: (He sits up finally being set free from the two laying on him). Yeah... Why did he splash his tail?

Jennifer: (Looks at the orca and beluga as she wipes herself off). It sounds like Shizen asked Orkid and Bally to play a little joke. (She then looks at Orion seeing he's completely drenched). Oh my....

Shizen: (Continues to laugh greatly with a even bigger grin). Have a nice shower Orion?

Mizuko: (Shakes her head and sighs still with a sympathetic look). Was that really necessary?

Orion: (He spits out water as goes toward Shizen). Yes of course I did maybe you want to take part in it as well. (As he starts sharing the drenching water with her).

Shizen: (Laughs as she tries to block with her hands). No I'm good! (Laughs more as he hair gets wet from Orion squeezing out the water from his sleeves onto her head).

Kairi: (Looks at Orion as well and can't help but giggle). Whoa you're completely soaked Orion!

Orion: (He laughs as well). Well I know I am but I got to share the water with my dear sister.

Shizen: (Crosses her hands with a pout). Oh you act like I did something wrong. (Just then she is splashed as well this time from the Beluga).

Orion: (He starts laughing a lot). Haha that's what you get!

Shizen: (Pouts towards the beluga as it's her turn to spit out some water). I feel very betrayed Bally.

Kairi: (Giggles shaking her head her hair wet from being close to the splash with Rowen and Mizuko).

Mizuko: (Sighs but can't help but smile as she absorbs the water into herself that splashes towards her not phasing her at all).

Rowen: (He sighs as moves Kairi to the side so she doesn't become part of the water park). At least a lively morning.

Kairi: (Continues to giggle and nods). But it's a fun one too!

Mizuko: (Everyone starts to see a flow of water come off of their bodies and clothes with a feeling of quickly drying off. They see she is making a few graceful flowing movements as the water flows to turn into a sphere shape in her hand). It will never be a calm morning with the two of you. I should be used to this.

Kairi: (Looks amazed as the water flows off of her and the other putting a hand in one of the streams of water her sister doing the same feeling the cool water pass in-between her fingers). Woah....

Orion: (he sits back down) yes, yes but yeah you should be used to this Mizu since it's just how we are.

Hiki: (She is doing the same thing as the two sisters but is more amazed by how precise and yet powerful the water feels).

Shizen: It's all in good fun though. (Punches Orion in the arm and laughs).

Kairi: (Still is amazed by the water seeing it all go into a sphere shape). That was really amazing though, the water looked so graceful and clear. It flowed so easily to you.

Jennifer: I haven't seen many things done with water so it's extraordinary to see the element flow so easily. It looks so beautiful too.

Mizuko: (Is taken a little off guard by the comments but smiles humbly). It's nothing to big done just now, just a simple way for everyone to dry off easily.

Orion: Now, now Mizu, Don't get all flustered now because of our guest's here or am I seeing a small blush right? (He taps her shoulder).

Mizuko: (Looks at Orion in surprise being taken off guard again making a blush show). It's nothing like that, it's just I do not consider myself as powerful as you and Shizen claim and brag about is all.

Shizen: (Goes on the other side of Mizuko with a grin). We have good reason to brag Mizu. Your to humble about your strength in you element too.

Mizuko: (Continues to smile but looks down as she blushes). I like to focus on the beauty in clarity and reflection of my element as well as its healing. I don't really prefer competition and sparring fights. I wouldn't want anyone to be harmed by my waters.

Orion: I know you are focusing on that stuff but... understand on beautiful and strong water can be... Not just us too. (He suddenly started thinking of the incident with the fires).

Shizen: I've seen you use your water and just like us you use it as a extension of your body and soul. There's a beauty to it people are in awe of every time. Even Shiro repeated to you to have more confidence in your abilities.

Mizuko: (Smiles at both Orion and Shizen on both sides of her but looks down for a moment ). I was not saying water is not strong but I've always understood for the need of that confidence though. I just prefer the more peaceful way of dealing with things and focusing more on the beauty of the element from how it flows and then respond to it. (She lifts her hand a little the sphere of water changing shape into the form of a koi fish made of water moving gracefully with a stream of water behind it going in-between Chazz and Hiki then back into the ocean Ski and Scoot following after into the water).

Hiki: (She brings up her fingers as well and takes a small amount of water from the sphere). Well I would love it if you could show me on controlling water. (She makes small lines flow around her hand).

Kairi: (Jumps more excitedly too wanting to see more of water). Ooh I want to learn more about it too, it's really beautiful seeing water like this.

Mizuko: (Laughs a little and nods). I don't mind at all teaching that ways and abilities of water. I'm not sure if I can teach a light and dark spirit those abilities however, perhaps the movements to incorporate into your own element.

Shizen: (Raises her eyebrows in interest). Well Hiki can be a special case since she can use a limited amount of other elements so it could work.

Mizuko: (her eyebrows rise in interest as well towards Hiki seeing a few small streams of water flow between her fingers becoming curious). Oh?

Hiki: (She shakes her head yes as she keeps the water now going down her arm). Yes I can control some elements like fire, water, earth and light and dark of course, but a set limitation on the first three. I can only use up to a second level spell on its own but I can combine them to make great spells or effects. Originally I learned on how to do this through reading a book and taking a long time practicing with Shiro whenever​ she could. One day when my mom was at a council meeting she took me along but I managed to sneak off and find the library. I really liked that library a lot thinking about it now. Well after reading through the book it gave a brief description on how to concentrate; however, Shiro caught me but couldn't help but laugh as she saw on how focused I was. So here we are now.

Kura: (Smiles at Hiki). I remember seeing similar books but they were mostly borrowed from my aunt Chikara and we would read together when I was little.

Mizuko: (Has a surprised look but still smiles). I didn't realize you had access to such rare books but being close to a council members library helps. Especially the neutral city one Nagi and Shiro developed. It is the largest library in this world next to that being the one in the fire spirits city.

Kura: (Smiles as she remembers the many books she had read then). I miss that library.

Jennifer: (She and Kairi look in interest as they listen). It does sound quite interesting.

Hiki: It was a great place to read and study on things and I miss it as well. I want to visit their again.

Shizen: I unfortunately don't think we will have time to do more then pass by the front and look but perhaps next trip.

Kairi: That's alright it's just there's so much to learn about each element and there's so many things you can do with each ones magic, it's amazing!

Mizuko: thank you for thinking so and as well if you want to ask about each element and the teaching and symbolism behind each one we are happy to answer what we can.

Jennifer: It sounds like there would be a lot for each one to go over. Just one element probably could fill a grand library each.

Hiki: (She smiles). Oh yeah there was tons and tons of books everywhere. (Stretches out her hands to show off).

Chazz: Well that is very impressive that you were able to read most of it.

Tori: Though it was probably against the rules though.

Mizuko: Yes there are sections that are band for most to see but the rest are public and mostly contain historic records and techniques as well as many stories of course.

Shizen: I'm glad Nagi and Shiro had given those books to build your knowledge. In a way they were preparing your minds to handle being of balance and of course going into your own interest. I can imagine Tori was given a few books of seals from Nagi from how handy you are with them as well.

Tori: (He shakes his head). Nope he just told me to do it while showing me the basics first hand originally, no books needed, just had a good teacher.

Shizen: Ahh I remember then Shiro was the one who read books much more often. Nagi was more get up and prove how awesome you can be type of lesson in his words then taking a nap as a reward. Some of that rubbed off on his sons especially Kishi.

Kairi: (Giggles looking at Tori). but it's a really good way of looking at things though.

Jennifer: (Still has a look of curiosity still). What about the other elements as well what kind of teaching ways do the other elements as well.

Shizen: (Grins at Jennifer). Well for nature at least you should know my teaching style.

Jennifer: (Thinks for a second a smile forming). Like pushing someone off a cliff in hoping they can fly?

Shizen: (Grins even more). I'm not surprised you were told of that but it is training by instinct thank you very much.

Tori: (He sighs as looks down). Well regardless... I do miss Nagi... He taught me how to fight and use seals... He felt like a real parent to me and also he didn't throw me off a cliff.

Shizen: (Smiles at Tori understandingly with a nod). I know Tori, I miss them too. I'm also hoping you will be able to reconnect with their children as well. Maybe even give them a hand in reconnecting with each other.

Mizuko: (Nods in agreement as well looking a Hiki and Tori). It helps heal to recall the good times with each other and not distance from one another. It's easier to move forward in their good memory's and carry on being their legacy.

Tori: True... but as long as I stay true to myself as does Hiki and live our lives how we want it. I will do just that carry on their legacy and their stories on my back because I need to pull out all the stops in order to keep up.

Hiki: (She smiles as she rests her head on Tori's head). Well you're not the only on doing that silly... We are both working on it... As we just keep going more and more just pushing through even through the dark and lonely nights or the shallow light of the sun... We will carry on wills and legacies and now help their kids along the way.

Shizen: (Smiles at both Hiki and Tori). Just by being true to yourselves carries out their legacies and if you can help there come together and do the same once again then maybe once again have those moments like dinners that end in food fights.

Kura: (Is looking down but nods with a small smile). It was messy with those dinners but they were fun. I usually learned how to read with Chikara in a barrier while that was going on but I remember it mostly being either Kishi or Kuro starting those fights since they act a lot like Nagi. Kuro always looked up to Kishi wanting to be strong and goofy like him, he got along so well with his uncle. I hope Yami is looking up to Kishi now as well, he is a really good role model.

Chazz: (He smiles). I'm sure he is, even though it may be under a bad environment, and with everything else going on. I'm sure he is relying on his uncle to help keep him together until you get their Kura. He must miss that family connection since didn't have much of a chance to experience it in the first place. So I'm sure they are catching up and Kishi is keeping him safe.

Kura: (Smiles more nodding at Chazz). I know and Kishi did have a strong family bond to Kuro... I'm sure he misses him just as much as Yami and I do so I'm hoping he can build that same type of bond with Yami and take him under his wing. Maybe I reconnect with uncle Kyoda and Chikara too since I was more under their wing when small.

Kairi: (Goes to sit next to Kura and give her a hug to cheer her up more).

Hiki: (She does the same as holds Kura). Well I'm sure that you will since they are still family and maybe they're just to hard headed to realize that themselves.

Kura: (Can't help but laugh a little looking at Hiki already feeling better just with that). Well it really is a hard headed family just half of them caught the gene that makes them a goofball too.

Kairi: (Giggles a little looking up at Kura). I think Yami has that gene too... So then does every boy dark spirit in your family act silly too?

Kura: (Smiles at Kairi too patting her head). Yes and Tori as well, not by blood but maybe that is part of darkness balance that it was just past down with that. Who knows being a goofball might have to be required. (Smirks slightly at Tori).

Tori: Well... I'm pretty sure it was because I hung out with everyone most of the time so maybe I just got infected and hey doesn't mean you're aren't one as well Kura.

Kura: (Pouts crossing her arms). Maybe it is infectious to the boys but I would like to think I got the girls side of my family where I simply read my book and shake my head at the boys, even if I am not a light spirit.

Tori: Well I'm sure because you were near your brothers a lot you got some of their habits at least I know Chikara did.

Kura: (Still crosses her arms stubbornly next to Hiki). Well then ones thing's for sure then at least is that our team of girls always will win in the household.

Jennifer: (Can't help but laugh listening to the conversation). Your family sounds fun at least. I hope we can meet all together in better circumstances once things start to settle down again.

Tori: Well I'm sure they're going to want to meet everyone as well even under these circumstances but maybe afterwards finally sit down and talk.

Orion: (He smirks as he still pets Spike). Well family is always curious so it wouldn't be surprising if your uncles and aunts sat us down even with this going on. (He laughs).

Kura: It would be nice to have that happen afterwards.

Jennifer: I look forward to it then maybe take Yami along to look at the city once the trial is done.

Kairi: I really hope so that way he can experience new things too!

Mizuko: : (Smiles seeing everyone so anxious to get to their destination already). I am glad you are anxious but also try to be patient as well. Sometimes these things take time but I feel this hearing will only be a few days at most.

Orion: Knowing on how our meetings go over justice rulings it takes at least three to four days depending on the current information so we still have time.

Kairi: will we be able to walk around the city with Yami while the trials are going on? I don't want him to be locked up the whole time. (Pouts looking upset if Yami has to stay away the whole time).

Shizen: (Looks to Orion and Mizuko). I am sure we can bring it forth to the council. Of course there would have to be a guard escort and some other conditions needed. We just would need to make sure a majority agrees.

Mizuko: (Smiles reassuringly at the group). As long as the first day goes well I believe it will.

Chazz: That's all we can do right now Is hope till we get there so let's enjoy the moment and keep motivation high.

Jennifer: (Nods in agreement). Yes, besides we are not even on land yet.

Mizuko: Yes and lets us council members worry about the important talk. (She smiles then at Hiki). For now to make time flow by easier maybe a few lessons in water element. You seem most efficient with the element after all Hiki. I'm quite impressed with how easily you moved my element if you would like to learn more.

Hiki: (She smiles as she goes closer to Mizuko). Yes please teach me! I want to know as much as I can of other elements.

Mizuko: (Smiles kindly at Hiki making room for her to sit). I am glad you are eager then and I will do what I can. Even if not water element, light and water have always been close in elements.

Kairi: (Moves closer wanting to listen in with Jennifer and Kura as well).

Rowen: (He laughs seeing the sight). Always wanting to learn more. Mis. Mizuko if you will be kind enough to include those three in as well since it seems they are interested.

Kairi: (Nods eagerly with a big smile). I may not be able to control water but it would be nice to learn what you can do with it. It's so pretty too.

Mizuko: (Smiles still with a nod). Of course, I am happy to teach all I can. I cannot teach you things like making the element flow into yourselves to become one with but I can help you follow the current and flow and respond to it. (Lifts her hands smoothly a stream of water flowing gently in her hands).

Orion: Well be glad everyone, she is a very good teacher as a teacher of water.

Hiki: (She smiles) Awesome! We can all learn together!

Mizuko: I will do my best and as for those who cannot use water at all maybe find a way to incorporate it into your element. For some it is easier to grasps concepts of one element then another so I wouldn't worry too much. It just means there is a another element besides your own you understand.

Jennifer: (Smiles looking at Shizen remembering something she mentioned in the earth city). I think Shizen mentioned something like that before.

Shizen: (Grins back). Yes it is related to secondary or dormant energy. It's only a theory but energy someone cannot access completely in their current life only have a interest or draw toward. I'm not the one who studied it and developed some of the theory's though but I'm very close to the one who does.

Kairi: (Continues to have a big smile looking towards Tori now). I bet Tori's is wind then... oh but there's light too. (Her mind starts to go over it making herself confused).

Orion: Well no need to worry about it for now Kairi just focus on the lesson from Mizuko and who knows yours might be water so be excited for that alright now? (He smiles as he pats Kairi's head for a little bit).

Mizuko: (Nods and continues looking at Hiki pushing a stream of water closer to her). Thank you then. I am curious to how far you can work with water. Is it moving streams of it with your hands only or have you gone into even freezing it. (As her hand movements slows, the gentle flow with the water freezing under her hands the ones by her able to feel the cold of it).

Hiki: (She thinks to herself for a moment). Hmm I can do this. (She moves her hands around as water from the sea goes up to her hands and completely covers it and seems like a sea in a storm as it seems waves are going violently). Well I can make it cover my arm than make a type of flowing water but yet feels like a raging tempest.

Mizuko: (Has a look of thought looking at the harsh flow). I see... when first teaching water abilities you first learn to calm your flow and have patience. It takes years to gain that patients like with anything so we usually start by meditation and getting in the water to let it carry and flow through and past you. If you start to harsh then it will overwhelm you easily, try to relax and move your hands slowly as well your movements are too quick it takes a little more grace in your movements. (Shows her own hand movements making her own water unfreeze her movements flowing gentle and gracefully with the stream).

Hiki: (She primarily tries to focus on following Mizuko's movements as she feels the water kind of calming down).

Mizuko: (Smiles reassuringly). A very nice start, if you have experience in healing as well think of it as that train of thought. (Puts her hands over Hiki's to help guide the flow better a blue glow forming in the water as she does so).

Kairi: (Looks in wonder at the blue glow of the water finding it beautiful).

Hiki: (As Mizuko is helping to guide her hand she can see the waves calm and become little droplets slowly). Wow.

Mizuko: (Smiles gently as she helps calm the water). It just takes patients. If you work with fire as well think of it as a opposite where fire has quick sudden movement and water is slow and flowing. Water is a element that can take any form and reflects back what it sees in you. (She continues to guide Hiki's hands she able to see her reflection in the water being nearly completely still).

Kura: (Watches with amazement holding her hands out but water coming to her very loosely dripping quite a lot until it all falls through her hands wishing she had looked through those books more when smaller).

Hiki: (The water begins to form into little spheres that surrounded her arms she is still amazed as it seems the lesson is mostly over). Still amazing.

Mizuko: (Nods politely moving her hands away). It just takes time and patience. A good way to understand is going into the water yourself and following the currents feeling the water move around you. It's a simple but effective first lesson.

Kairi: (Is just as amazed then looking down at her hands attempting to do the same thing. Nothing happens besides darkness forming around her hands giving her a disappointed expression. She quickly wipes the emotion away try again becoming more determined to make just a little happen).

Tori: (He sighs as he pokes Kairi's head). No need to get emotional over it Kairi just take it at your own pace it isn't a competition so take it at ease.

Mizuko: Just try to put the flow into your own element, you are new to this concept so don't rush yourself.

Shizen: Plus water may not be a element you have inside yourself so don't be too upset.

Kairi: (Still looks at her own hands covered in darkness curiously). Another element or a flow in darkness...?

Tori: I would say focus on darkness for now to help control your energy control.

Kairi: (Smiles brightly at Tori). I will do my best!

Shizen: (Grins towards Kairi with a laugh). Don't worry Kairi your concentration and focus are quite good unlike someone else, especially when handling barriers.

Jennifer: (Frowns crossing her arms towards Shizen knowing what the someone else meant for focus).

Chazz: (He laughs a little bit being amused for the comment). Now, now don't need to get angry Jennifer.

Rowen: (He does as well as he looks at the map he had gotten from the earth city).

Jennifer: (Still pouts ducking down a little). I'm getting better....

Shizen: (laughs as well). Yes you are child but it still could use some work but I will get to that after I am done with Kairi here.

Kairi: (Is concentrating on her hands still her determination still showing with a small darkness barrier formed in her hands).

Hiki: (She is doing the same with the water element making sure it flows and keeps different shapes).

Chazz: (He lays back and relaxes as he twirls around a ball of balance energy in his like he is fidgeting so it's a way to keep himself busy and help keep his mind stable from the pressure of the current situation).

Kairi: (Continues to focus on her barrier as it strengthens in her hands. She doesn't pay attention to the flow much more instead the barrier surface hardening with a few small stones and pebbles on the ground near her trembling slightly not that she notices).

Orion: (He notices the pebbles first and smirks as he throws a pebble into the ocean as he says quietly). Your always around aren't you Sarah....

Mizuko: (Looks at what Kairi is working on pausing with a look of thought at the hardened dark barrier the style looking more in a stone form looking at Orion and back to Kairi a few times). Hmm... Kairi I may not be the best teacher for you outside of your element.

Kairi: (Looks up at Mizuko with confusion). You're not?

Mizuko: (Shakes her head). Your style is very defensive with your barriers but also more similar to earth element. Maybe it would be a better idea to be under Orion's wing instead of mine.

Kairi: (Her confusion mixes with surprise now looking from Mizuko to Orion). Earth element instead?

Orion: (He is hesitant at the suggestion at first but then smiles). Yeah it's earth element that is reacting to your barrier. Here I'll show you. (He picks up a pebble as he shows Kairi is shaking and moving slightly towards Kairi as she has small barrier up).

Kairi: (Looks amazed at the pebble letting down her barrier moving to sit next to Orion). Whoa really earth element? I did really like learning about all the different kinds of stones and metals though. They all looked so unique and pretty! (Her bright smile grows looking up at Orion).

Orion: (He smiles hugely as he laughs). Well with me your going to be learning a lot more I hope you ready for that Kairi.

Kairi: (Gives a determined and eager look with a nod putting her bag on her lap to look through the shiny stones she collected in the earth city). I'll do my best! And maybe expand my rock collection too they really are amazing how many different kinds there are! There really pretty in the crafts I saw too!

Jennifer: (Can't help but laugh as well). You can put that collection next to your collection of stuffed animals as well.

Chazz: Well the mountain of stuffed animals shall continue on in its legacy for Kairi to bear for rest of her life.

Jennifer: I can barely see her bed at this point.

Kairi: (Giggles). Their fun to jump into, it's the best! But I also want to craft things with stones even more, like when I painted on the rocks when little. It would be nice to know all the different kinds too.

Shizen: (Grins looking at Kairi and Orion with a laugh as well). Well I'm sure Orion will tell you about all different types and how to use them. He is the grand master of all things earth after all.

Orion: (He gets a little embarrassed). Well don't have to say it like that really....

Rowen: Oh for once you don't want to bolster about yourself for once how impressive of you.

Orion: (He can see the smug off Rowen's face). Shush it you.

Shizen: (Bursts out in laughter). Not like you at all. Usually you brag on something like how you can crush coal into diamond in your fist. Mizu you may be rubbing off on him.

Mizuko: (Smiles but gains a faint blush). It's nice to stay humble at times.

Kairi: (Looks up at Orion with a sparkle in her eyes). You can really do that?

Orion: (He sighs). And you just had to say it like that didn't you Shizen. (He says quietly). Well in a way it is true I apply pressure to help condense the rock and bring out the gem in it.

Kairi: (Still has a amazed look up at Orion). I wonder what other kinds of pretty stones can be found that way. You can even sense what kind of stone it is, that's amazing!

Jennifer: (Can't help but laugh a little at hearing Kairi's eagerness towards earth element). I suppose we are lucky to have some the strongest spirits to learn from them.

Shizen: (Grins patting Jennifer's back). Not very often you get to learn from the grandmasters of three different elements. Speaking of it looks like it your turn to have your lesson with me then being under my wing child.

Jennifer: (Her expression instantly changes ducking down a little with a nervous laugh).

Orion: (He laughs at the expression from Jennifer). Now-now no need to frown like that. You can tell me your troubles later lass. I promise to help complain as well. (He smirks towards Shizen).

Shizen: (Pretends to act offended with a pout). You two say that like I am a bad teacher.

Jennifer: (ducks down more). ... Tori had gotten to experience how your lessons go when you went cliff diving. For once I would like to be given a little warning to how the lesson will go or at least time to prepare.

Shizen: (Puts her hands on her hips still with a pout). That's no way to build up your instincts.

Mizuko: (Has a look of sympathy for Jennifer knowing how Shizen can be at times).

Tori: (He shakes at the thought of training under Shizen again). I rather train on my own as well, I rather not relive that again.

Rowen: Well to be frank Shizen you are very aggressive when it comes to training so it's understandable of their reactions.

Shizen: (Sighs but smiles still keep her confident posture). You are right my methods may not be for everyone but I have always seen peoples survival instincts kick in when pushed so I use that in my teaching. Nature is the element of instinct after all.

Jennifer: (Looks up at Shizen but begins to smile at what she has). You have a point it's just a bit intimidating at first.

Shizen: (Grins at Jennifer patting her head). It may be but your instincts are very good even for a nature element so I know each time the lesson will come through little by little.

Jennifer: (Her smiles grows towards Shizen with a nod). Thank you Shizen I guess I can handle the lessons a little better then.

Shizen: I'm glad they aren't too hard to handle then. Since you agree to some practice now how about that training in focus and control then.

Jennifer: (Her smile becomes a little more sheepish but nods). I was afraid it would be that... But alright.

Chazz: (He goes by Jennifer). Maybe I could help out as well since I need to practice what I can if possible .

Hiki: (She has been contrasting this whole time but once she hears that she loses focus on the smoothness of the water spheres and they become waves before regaining their composure for a second).

Shizen: Well I had in mind training with barriers or animal shifting barriers on others since it takes the most focus and control as a exorcise.

Jennifer: (Sighs). I was hoping it wasn't that, it gives to much of a headache.

Kairi: (Looses focus of looking at stones with Orion looking over to Jennifer and Shizen). Ooh the animal shift thing?

Chazz: Oh I wouldn't be much help unless it was with barriers but I'll do my best to help out.

Shizen: I would be nice to have a volunteer, we don't want the child to continue passing out every attempt.

Jennifer: (Pauses as she remembers the last time). ... That explains the dizzy feeling last time.

Shizen: It will be fine child it gets easier to learn control the more you practice. Just never try it on another first generation spirit of another element. Even that leaves me out of it for a few days.

Kairi: (She still has a sparkle in her eyes with a giggle). Chazz turned into a tiger though, it was the best!

Shizen: (Nods then looking to Rowen with a smirk). And Rowen makes a very handsome wolf if I might add.

Chazz: (He and Rowen both sigh). Don't transform us just because you want to have a good show here Shizen.

Shizen: It is a very difficult ability in my defense and once child is able to control it she will find her other abilities more easily. Even now after a few attempts her other abilities seem to have improved much more quickly.

Jennifer: (Sighs as well shaking her head). Really?.... Still is rude to do to someone without asking....

Orion: I don't think that's ever stopped her before though. (He shrugs as he knows firsthand on how Shizen used to do that to him constantly).

Shizen: (can't help but laugh and agree). True though trying that on you or Mizu never ends well unfortunately. Always feels like the worse hangover honestly.

Kairi: (Tilts her head in confusion). Why can't you use that on Orion and Mizuko?

Shizen: Because like every first generation spirit they are purely that one element. It's much harder to cast and leaves me out of it for day. With others it plays off the energy they have better though I can't control things like the specific species fur and eye color the person takes form of that is based on the persons energy and physical traits.

Jennifer: (Goes over in her mind what Shizen is saying carefully). So it's something I can fully control the outcome of its up to the other persons appearance and energy?

Shizen: (nods) yes you can control the type of species to a extent though like a large dog, it's just up to the others energy what type of dog they become.

Kairi: (Looks amazed listening in). That's why Chazz had black and white stripes when he was a tiger. He turned into a giant balance kitty!

Chazz: (he gets slightly embarrassed) well... Well I hope I looked ok at least....

Kairi: (Giggles with a big smile). You were a giant cuddly kitty it was so cute! It makes me wonder what kind of animals other people would be too!

Jennifer: (Can't help but laugh a little). I wish I saw it I just remember thinking of cats and blacking out....

Shizen: (Smiles with a hand on Jennifer's shoulder). Always the option to try again.

Kairi: (Looks at her sister hopefully wanting to volunteer now). Can I go next I want to know what kind of bunny I would be!

Jennifer: (Smiles at Kairi). Well either way... I can give it a try but I'm not as good at it yet it seems random where it goes still.

Shizen: It all depends on how much focus you put in though your mind does tend to wonder.

Jennifer: (Sighs knowing Shizen right). I know... I'll try again though.

Rowen: Well being focused was never one of your strong suits madam. However, I think working with Shizen has helped a lot so I'm happy to see how your progressive to keep becoming better.

Shizen: I see you focus most when practicing your archery skills so try applying that feeling. I have seen your focus increase greatly especially when times its needed and that's the moments it matters most.

Jennifer: (Smiles at Shizen and Rowen feeling better about her progress). Thank you I feel better hearing that.

Hiki: (Mizuko is giving her a break she smiles at Jennifer as she makes a smile out of the water bubble). You're doing great Jenny! I won't fall behind though!

Jennifer: (Smiles at Hiki with her encouragement). Thank you Hiki but I honestly thought I was the one behind in this, you're amazing Hiki.

Kura: (Looks at Hiki and can't help but nod in agreement about her with a smile but barely noticeable blush).

Hiki: (She shakes her head). Maybe in a way but you beat me at another one.

Jennifer: (Tilts her head in confusion not sure of what Hiki means).

Shizen: (Places a hand on Jennifer's shoulder). Why don't you try your own techniques now. I am sure you will have plenty of volunteers to work with your new ability on and gain concentration and focus.

Jennifer: (Looks up at Shizen with a nod and a more determined look). Right!

Tori: (He sighs). And she's just as obvious as this guy. (He says​quietly as he points to Chazz as Kura hears him).

Kura: (Sighs as well and nods in agreement). Yes but a few others can be a little clueless as well.... (Looks from Jennifer to Hiki but Tori notice a small yet slightly sad smile towards Hiki that's quickly wiped away looking at her).

Tori: (He sighs). Well that was just a cruel turn of fate but she probably has a feeling on how you feel but isn't saying anything because she doesn't want to make things awkward. Hiki is very sharp when it comes to feelings.

Kura: (Looks down with a smile). Perhaps but I believe I like how things are now. I just want her to have a person she smiles most with like how you respond to Kairi. (Smiles more towards Tori with a small laugh).

Tori: (He is taken off guard slightly but then regain composure). Yes, yes you majesty who see's all.

Kura: (Smirks at Tori's reaction). You notice a lot when in the background watching and it's not like Kairi keeps her feelings hidden at all. (Nudges Tori with a laugh looking back to the others seeing Jennifer already trying to concentrate in a meditative state as Orion shows Kairi a few different stones).

Tori: Yes, yes I know the feeling well and yeah your right... If she's upset you see it... If she's happy you see it... If she's in love... It's as clear as the sun... But yet, I'm glad everyone is trying their hardest... We all need too.

Kura: (Nods in agreement). I understand... and I hope it's enough. (Continues to watch seeing Kairi learning from Orion and Jennifer struggle to perform her ability).

Jennifer: (Is making progress but going into a meditative state concentrating on her energy).

Mizuko: (Watches Jennifer with interest but notices something about her techniques). Hmm... Shizen if I am put in a comment did she say where she was directing the ability?

Shizen: (Has her hand to her chin in thought looking at Jennifer feeling a large amount of energy gather inside her listening to what Mizuko said). ... Hmm.... (Others notice her then scoot away from Jennifer a little).

Orion: (He takes a break from Kairi). What do you mean Mizu? Didn't she have an idea already?

Mizuko: I was just concerned since she never gave a clear answer where she was directing her energy.

Shizen: (Moves away a little more with a small laugh). She never was good at honing energy and then directing it in focus exercises... I makes it a little unpredictable where it goes... hmm.

Kura: (Senses a hint of nervousness in Shizen's voice scooting back a little as well).

Chazz: Well should we try and help her pick a direction or should we just let it be for now?

Tori: I don't think telling her will change anything since it mostly relies on her own abilities.

Kairi: Will sis be o-. (As they are discussing this they here Jennifer make a sound similar to a sneeze feeling force out of her with a green glow but also a wind from the force of energy knocking a few of them over with complete surprise).

Rowen: Well that is quite unexpected... Never thought she has that much energy stored up... We should resolve this situation as soon as possible.

Shizen: (Catches Jennifer quickly seeing she's gone dizzy helping support her and check her condition). She's improved the gather of energy better at least and not completely passed out this time.

Jennifer: (Is completely out of it though not unconscious a little blood coming from her nose). World... Spinning....

Kura: (Sits up checking her body for anything odd). I think it didn't hit me is everyone else alright? (Looks around not noticing anything out of place yet double checking herself again).

Orion: Yeah it doesn't feel like anything is really that different unlike the other ways it has. (Doesn't notice the actual changes just yet).

Mizuko: She would be very I'll if she were to try with either of us so perhaps someone else or a possible miss.

Kura: (Starts looking around at the others first at Tori noticing small wings remembering his power then at Chazz and Hiki). What about you two, do you feel anything different?

Hiki: (She looks at Chazz and smiles a lot not saying anything but shaking her head no).

Chazz: Hmm it doesn't feel like anything. (Has his eyes closed).

Shizen: (Pauses to look at everyone putting her hand to her chin again finding a few things off looking at Rowen last with a smirk). Hmm....

Mizuko: (Puts a hand over her mouth looking at some of the group with a small gasp particularly at Chazz and Rowen). Oh my....

Rowen: (He looks confused as he looks around as does Chazz). What is it? (As he moves his head its visible the two have animal ears one from a wolf on Rowen than a panda on Chazz)

Kura: (Looks at the two with animal ears). Interesting....

Shizen: (Her smirk grows towards Rowen). Well quite interesting ears both of you have there.

Rowen: (He tilts his head still but then begins to feel up his ears wondering what is going on). Oh... I see what the commotion is about....

Shizen: (Slides over to sit beside Rowen putting a arm around him). You just cannot stay away from wolves can you. (Grins giving one of the ears a kiss scratching behind the other a little as well).

Chazz: (He sees Rowen become uncomfortable from the situation as he rubs his own ears). Why did I get panda ears though....

Kura: (Looks at the ears in thought). Perhaps because the panda has black and white fur for balance?

Hiki: (She can't bring herself ​to speak Because of the pure adorableness and just holds Chazz as she says repeatedly). So cute... So cute!

Kura: (Watches Hiki rush to the other side to hug Chazz having to take another look behind her seeing on her behind a big fluffy pure white fox tail with a black tip tilting her head unintentionally staring in surprise). Huh....

Orion: Well I guess they weren't the only two affected but she'll find out on her own in a bit once she's done obsessing over Chazz. (He says with a smirk).

Kura: (Can't help but laugh looking away quickly with a faint blush). Certainly interesting.... (Tries to avoid looking directly at Hiki again distracting herself seeing something weird with Tori's hair cautiously. She plucks a white feather from his hair holding it out Tori feeling like a few hairs were pulled not noticing it before). Quite a handful of us affected then....

Tori: (He sighs). Well probably because Chazz got affected that it would affect Hiki and I as well.

Hiki: (After being done with petting Chazz she finally realizes that she a fox tail behind her popping up through her skirt). Wow this tail is so fluffy! Though... This is a very embarrassing spot for it... But still so cute!

Kura: (Laughs seeing Hiki has finally notice). It suits you quite well Hiki.

Kairi: (Is heard on the other side of Orion but seems to have disappeared from sight). Wow everyone got animal parts then, so lucky!

Orion: (He looks around for Kairi hearing a slightly higher voice come out of her prompting him to believe something is wrong... He can't find her anywhere the more he looks).

Kura: (Starts to look around with the others her concern starting to form).

(They start to look around none of them seeing her though Shizen getting some ideas. Orion is the first to notice a very cute small rabbit to his side near his hand on the bench and the stones he was showing Kairi. It is a Holland lop rabbit with droopy ears and black with a little brown fluffy fur with a twitching nose).

Orion: (He is shocked at first and loses what words he should say). K... Kairi?

Kairi: (The rabbit turns her head up to Orion with a cute nose twitch her voice coming from the lop eared rabbit). Yes?

Shizen: (Leans over to try and get a good look her eyebrows raising instantly).

Mizuko: (Still has a hand over her mouth trying to get a look as well).

Kura: (Has the same reaction sitting next to Tori being completely speechless).

Orion: umm. (He doesn't know to fully respond as he is just looking at Kairi right now being a bunny yet also being surprised the effect had a small delay on activating). Kairi... Do you know what you are right now?

Kairi: (Tilts her head with confusion). What do you mean and why does everything look bigger, did something happen?

Mizuko: (Starts to gather water into her hands freezing it in a flat and reflective way waiting for the right time to float it over).

Orion: Well take a look here.... (Brings up the ice mirror to Kairi to show her what he means).

Kairi: (Tilts her head confused and cutely until she looks into the mirror stopping instantly looking into it). daw a cute little bunny can I hold it!

Kura: (Laughs a little seeing Kairi run into the mirror having trouble putting words together to explain).

Kairi: (continues trying to reach out her mind finally starting to connect the dots looking into the mirror instantly freezing even the little nose twitch stopping seeming in complete shock).

Tori: (He sighs). Well here let me prove that it's you Kairi.... (He pets her head as the view of the petting is reflected).

Kairi: (Still is frozen still for a moment as Tori pets her. She finally is processing what is happening more and all she is able to do is make a high pitch girly squeal as if a dream had come true part sounding like a squeak. She right after without a word flops to her side seeming to have passed out from excitement).

Tori: umm I think it was too much for her so we should focus on changing her back before she wakes up.

Kura: (Pokes Kairi a little). It's like she just witnessed her greatest dreams become true....

Shizen: (Nods in agreement). I am quite impressed with such a large range of the energy from the child though. Even for me a energy use this strong leaves me with a headache. (Looks down at Jennifer with her head in her lap still seeming very dizzy and out of it with a little blood from her nose. She pets her head and sighs). Yes certainly overdid it again....

Chazz: It's isn't the first time she has overdone things as you probably know even before knowing her power she was always just stubborn.

Hiki: Well, I remember one time she would just play around under trees as the leaves fell. She would just play and play until she just knock out in the pile of leaves. (She laughs) but that's just one example.

Shizen: (She can't help but smile looking down at her and petting her hair). Yes she may become distracted at times but she is also stubborn. Her focus still could use some work outside of intense situations but as for her ability to gather and learn her energy so quickly I couldn't be prouder....

Rowen: As you should be Shizen... You have helped her grow into what she is today... So you should be proud.

Shizen: (Grins and nods in agreement). The same could be said for you to her... She may overdue things at times but the result is quite remarkable....

Mizuko: (Smiles at the group and nods). Perhaps now is a good time to rest after such a well executed practice I am sure the energy will wear off soon as well. (Swirls some water into her hand as the animals go over to them more Silver pecking curiously at the white feathers in Tori's hair with Kairi snuggling up to him and Owlet doing the same to Hiki's fox tail).

Rowen: Well I only did what I had to give the girls a father's view when theirs wouldn't. (He grits his teeth).

Shizen: (Smiles at Rowen placing a hand on his shoulder). I know your feelings on that and I see how you care for the child just like Orion sees Kairi. I think you being there has helped inspire and fill that role for both of you. (Kisses Rowen's cheek as Jennifer is resting with her head on Shizen's lap).

Rowen: Maybe... But regardless I am glad to see the two of them grow alongside Chazz.... (He is smiling). Well it looks I had kids before I realized it.

Shizen: (Smiles at Rowen more). It may not be by blood but the bond is still there. That is something that is formed regardless, it's something you can't help feeling the more you see them grow.

Mizuko: (Smiles at the group saying more to herself). There will always be bonds that exceeds life times to reunite and help heal the wounds in our hearts.

Orion: (He smiles as he watches bunny Kairi). Yeah... Some bonds don't really change even with different people something always feel like the same.

Shizen: (Nods in agreement her smile more calm and kind to the words petting Jennifer's head and tightening her hand on Rowen's hand).

Mizuko: (Makes the water near her form into a harp seeming to shine like Silver and ice in wave like flowing style). Perhaps take a little break then. We will have much to do later on.

Kura: (Looks at the harp tilting her head a little). You play the harp then.

Mizuko: (nods). Yes it seems to have a calming effect on people. Where others have weapons to help amplify their element I simply have a instrument.

Kura: (Looks at everyone else). It makes sense then to have that calming effect before we see land... Thank you then.

Mizuko: (Bows slightly as she sits). It's not a problem at all, I enjoy playing in a calm time like this.

Hiki: (She looks towards Mizu). Can I play as well? Can I play the violin? (She makes a light remake of the violin she used to play with Chazz to help keep herself and Chazz calm).

Mizuko: (Her smile becomes more surprised but nods again). Of course, I'm glad to see another musician. Though music is very encouraged in both water and light. I believe light is more classical style.

Kura: (Looks at Hiki with a very surprised expression). I didn't know you played a violin.

Hiki: I do... Just not as often nowadays since the last time I did play was before everything happened with Jennifer... I started to learn from Shiro when I younger since she encouraged I do something to help keep my mind... off everything between me and my mom... I would go to my little hideout in the backyard of our house... and just play... I'm pretty sure she knew I was playing as well... but I think she was proud of me in her own way since she would comment... "I have heard such grand music nearby I really want to meet the musician." Things like that gave me motivation. So when I became contracted to Chazz. (She smiles at him as he blushes as it's the first time in a while since she has said his name). I would play to help relax after a long day. I'm happy I got to learn... For many other reasons.

Kura: (Pauses listening to Hiki). It's something very important to you then... I would like to hear you play then. Maybe hear a little more later.

Mizuko: If you would like I can do a melody for you to play along with. It's been quite a while since I had heard a light spirits violin. (Her hands already glide across the strings of her hand held harp skillfully with a gentle sound coming out of it. The ocean waves seeming to calm and follow the melody feeling the energy from every note).

Hiki: (She shakes her to Kura as she starts to play as little light sprites start to flow on top of the waves and the around group as though they are small fairies dancing alongside the melody).

Kura: (Leans back a little being fascinated by the sound and look of the water).

Mizuko: (Has a impressed look to Hiki's playing sighing and closing her eyes letting her hands continue to glide over the harp strings easily).

Shizen: (Has a calm smile still listening to the melody). Very fascinating and impressive indeed....

They continue to play the waves calm as everyone recovers from the energy Kairi even waking up to her normal self to listen to the beautiful melody. Hiki plays until her fingers tire the lights on the calm water fading so she can rest her head on Chazz's shoulder. Mizuko continues to play on well into the morning being completely absorbed into the song that plays to the waters waves. everyone listens even the animals Silver flying into the wind a few times with some practice coming from Owlet trying to learn from Silver. Kairi watches the animals as she listens getting the urge to do something creative in the process taking out her sketch pad Kura got her as a gift looking out onto the water as she draws.

Jennifer: (Sits next to Kairi her headache having faded more from her use of energy wanting to know what her sister is up to). You seem to be enjoying yourself, what are you up to.

Kairi: (Smiles up at Jennifer). I wanted to use my sketch bad more often and I thought I could draw what I saw on our adventures. Like a picture journal.

Jennifer: (Gets a surprised expression). this is the first I heard of this.

Kairi: (Her smile grows). Well ever since Kura got me this sketch pad I got the idea to put all the adventures we had and will have in here.

Jennifer: (Her smile comes back seeing how excited Kairi is at the idea). Well promise to show me your drawing when done alright? You always did have liked creative things like that.

Kairi: (Nods determinedly and enthusiastically). I promise and I have gotten a lot better to I just need to practice more.

Jennifer: (Can't help but laugh and pat Kairi's head). I'm sure it looks great Kairi and I look forward to it.

Kairi: (Giggles as her sister lets her go back to work on her sketches. She focuses on them with a smile remembering all that's happened so far. Every so often she looks at the ocean as well noticing something in the distance jumping out of the water seeming to be giant even though so far away).

Mizuko: (Notices that Kairi has taken notice having noticed by feeling the waters current change. She moves over a little to Kairi while still playing pointing at the far away long creature with blue fins). I see you spotted a water dragon.

Kairi: (Tilts her head up at Mizuko then back at the dragon jumping and swimming through the water). Really a water dragon...? It looks so giant even from so far away....

Mizuko: (Smiles kindly down at Kairi). Yes it is, they help direct the current in the ocean since they are the largest creature in this ocean. Your quite lucky to see one jump up, it's a symbol of change and wisdom as well as a sense of peace as well.

Kairi: (Seems even more amazed seeing the water dragon go back under the water from its jump). Really?

Mizuko: (Simply nods and goes back to playing her harp calmly).

Kairi: (Looks at the ocean once more being in wonder as well as being even more motivation to be creative going back to sketching in her note pad. Owlet seems to have practiced his wings more as well Hiki suddenly seeing him stay in the air from the long side of the platform to the other on her shoulder as Silver glides up above with ease).

Tori: (He smiles from seeing Mizuko and Kairi talking he looks around at the ocean but then sees something off in the ocean). Whoa... I think we are hitting land soon aren't we? Silver get a view real quick if you can Alright? (Tori gets a caw from above in response seeing the far off land mass).

Kairi: (Quickly gets up to go beside Tori wanting to get a better look excitedly). Really you see land!

Jennifer: (Looks over being curious as well being thankful to see land finally).

Kura: (Looks up at Silver hearing the caw going over as well looking at the ocean and Tori). You know you could just fly up and check since you're the one with wings here.

Tori: Well I would but I don't feel like trying to land again so ill leave it to the expert. (Says as he pouts a little).

Kura: (Narrows her eyes at Tori pulling on his ear slightly). Your just being lazy wanting to nap instead and if you were really having trouble landing which I haven't seen you would be practicing like another certain bird here. (As Owlet is flying from one end of the platform to the other looking like a big leap but still very improved though very clumsy on the landing having to flap frantically on Hiki's shoulder to regain his balance hitting Hiki with his wings a few time Hiki having to catch him a few of the previous times).

Tori: Well... It isn't like you can prove that or anything Kura... Rude... Can do it if I want to just not right now. (He blushes but sits down).

Hiki: (She smiles from the discussion). Now, now no need to get all fired up over it Tori calm down and Kura it seemed a little mean.

Kura: (Lets go of Tori's ear hearing Hiki with a sigh and pout crossing her arms). Fine... I apologize then.

Kairi: (Uses her hand to shield her eyes from the sun to try getting a better look at the land). Wow I see it! I really see land there!

Shizen: (sits up having relaxed against Rowen stretching her arms out). About time we've seen land then.

Rowen: (He does the same as Shizen keeps resting on him). Well that's true but I was enjoying the little trip we were having and this little time together.

Jennifer: Its really has been quite amazing to this point experiencing some of earth and water's culture as well. Thank you very much.

Mizuko: (Bows politely in her seat). I was very happy plus you are guests passing through my territory so it was the least I could do.

Shizen: (Grins at Orion still seeming to relax leaning back with arms crossed and Spike's head on his lap). I'm sure someone here misses dry land just a bit. It will be nice to have feet on land again.

Orion: (He smirks as he lays back). Nah, I've actually gotten the hang​ of being in a boat like this. Might do this again sometime if you wouldn't mind Mizu.

Mizuko: (Smiles politely and nods). Not at all I welcome my little brother and sister any time though this is not exactly a boat. (Looks over to the head of Sally, the sea turtle they are on with Rocky on top of her head still).

Orion: oh, oh my apologies about that but yes would have a ride like this again. (He laughs as he looks towards land).

Jennifer: (Laughs hearing the conversation but also a questioning look to some things looking between them). I still can't get past Mizuko being the older sister pardon me saying. Orion seems like a older brother how he seems around Shizen and Mizuko. Mizuko looks so young as well.

Mizuko: (Can't help but gain a small blush at the statement). I suppose staying hydrated helps that though I thank you. Plus it's not very much at all that I am oldest by to Orion. Technically Shizen is quite a bit younger than us.

Shizen: (Bursts into laughter patting Jennifer's back). No need to sugar coat it Mizuko always has looked young for her age and Orion is a big hairy giant of strength so of course he gets in the habit of being protective. Meanwhile my age just shows through my grey hair not that I have minded even with being quite younger. The grey hair suits me quite well in fact. (Flips her long grey hair with a grin some of it draping over Rowen's shoulder still leaning against him).

Rowen: (He laughs as holds Shizen's hand). Now, now don't let your ego get better of you... But to be honest it is quite beautiful hair if I might add.

Shizen: hmm I will consider though it is hard to when such compliments are given out. (Kisses Rowen's cheek as a thank you).

Mizuko: (Can't help but laugh a little though covers her mouth being a bit more proper and conservative about Shizen's comments).

Orion: Well it's been a while since we heard you laugh like that... Hmm it's very nice to hear it again and don't need to be conservative.

Mizuko: (Is taken off guard getting a light blush she tries to hide). Oh umm... It's just how I am really, you should know that. I was just taken a little off guard just now is all....

Shizen: (Bursts into laughter hearing Mizuko). It is how it always has been, Mizuko being expressing too little and a quite shyness then I expressing a little too much with how blunt I can be.

Mizuko: (Still blushes and nods with a small smile). I suppose you are right... But it is just how we are. Being a council member though I cannot really afford to stay shy though.

Shizen: (Smiles more genuinely). Well there are times to become more serious so you have a point but it's still in your character just like that kind compassion you have.

Mizuko: (Sighs and nods staring at her hands folding them on her lap continuing to blush). I suppose you are right.

Orion: Well to be fair, I'm more of the laid back ones when it comes to the council member stuff though it's nice since I need to voice my own opinion anyway. (He lays back).

Shizen: (Grins nudging Orion). It's what made you such great friends with Nagi.

Mizuko: (Smiles and nods). And I such great friends with Shiro in those days.

Shizen: That is true you always did trade healing secrets back in that day while Orion and Nagi compared strength or napped along with a few of his sons... Right after the meeting. (Laughs slightly at the memories).

Mizuko: ... I remember Shiro's lectures about doing that after meetings... Chikara seemed to follow her like a mini Shiro too, it was very cute.

Kura: (Can't help but smile as she listens in enjoying the stories they have of her grandparents).

Orion: hey, hey Nagi knew on how to appreciate a good nap so being able to understand the fine art of napping was very rewarding on the days I spent with him.

Tori: (He does the same as Kura as he just listens and smiles).

Mizuko: I don't think was appropriate to nap while at the gathering though.

Shizen: (Laughs more). It was quite funny seeing Shiro catch you guys and her sons napping, Nagi seemed to be able to calm her down quickly though.

Mizuko: (Has more of a frown looking at Shizen). I believe some of those lectures were for you as well how you teased her husband.

Shizen: (Her laugh becomes more nervous with a small blush waving it away a little). Oh come on now I never went that far only teasing about a very old crush. I wasn't too serious in those things since he had a true mate already after all. The naps were nice to join with you boys though.

Tori: Oh was it teasing? Because I remember you being seen by Shiro as you got close-. (He is caught off by Orion).

Orion: Now, now son... No need to get into that area of discussion in front of everyone.... (He has a cold sweat with a nervous smile). Alright let's move on then.

Shizen: (Has a nervous smile and laugh as well it being towards Rowen about hearing all this having some regrets about it). Yes... please move on.

Mizuko: (Smiles at Shizen understanding why she is so nervous). I think it was more acting out, out of need for companionship after being hurt really. They understood I think of that you just didn't know where to look so you put your wants of a relationship towards theirs since it was such a great one. Wanting that same feeling of having your true mate felt like even if it was the wrong way of going about figuring out what it was.

Shizen: (Is taken by surprise by Mizuko completely but sighs). You really can't help but reflect the deeper emotions can you Mizu....

Mizuko: (Shakes her head seeming to not help her reflections sometimes getting a blush). I'm sorry it just comes out sometimes....

Rowen: (He sighs as it's obvious that Shizen got nervous from it as she looks towards him). Now, I will say that's it's a bit unsettling in a way. however, I know you aren't like that now... So as long as you can still be by my side I will look past everything because the moments I have right now... I wouldn't change them for anything... Especially the ones I have with you. (He smiles as Shizen sees the love and care in words and eyes).

Shizen: (Is taken a back from Rowen's words being a bit speechless from them with a few daws heard from some of the girls near them. It takes her a moment to collect herself and blush a bit heavily but still smile with the same feelings in return moving her hand over his slowly on the bench to hold it). Thank you Rowen... And thank you for being patient with me about saying some things in my past. As long as you patient with me just a little more I promise to tell you all I can. I acted out back then because of my lack of understanding of what having a true mate feels like but now... I think I am finally understanding what that is....

Mizuko: (Can't help but nudge Orion slightly with a smile looking at Shizen and Rowen). You have very good choices in contracts Orion. Nagi and Shiro were right as well about having a good feeling about giving him a permanent contract to you.

Orion: Yeah at first I couldn't get near him without getting annoyed but now.... (He smirks with a smile). I'm glad I did... He helped people grow... While also growing on his own.

Mizuko: They probably saw that potential in him... And most of all both Rowen and Shizen seem to balance each other out... I'm glad to see our little sister so happy as well. Maybe this is the "true mate" in her words she always searched for.

Orion: Possibly... But regardless I know he'll make her happy because he has lost just as much as her in a different way... But I'm happy he can smile easily again.

Mizuko: (Nods with a small smile). I'm happy as well.... (She sighs looking forward to the approaching land watching with everyone else as they go to get a better look).

Jennifer: (Gets a closer look at the coast starting to see a large city on the horizon). It looks like there is a city on the coast. I take it that's where we will be porting?

Kairi: It looks so giant!

Shizen: (Looks over to the city while sitting with Rowen still). Yes, that is the Neutral city in-between the light and dark territories. It was created for all spirits to come together no matter the element.

Jennifer: (Looks down the coast noticing far off in each side the sky is darker on one side slightly and the other slightly lighter though it is very hard to tell). I see... I city for spirits to join together.

Chazz: (He takes great interest in the look of the city as well). Wow... It is very great to see right now....

Mizuko: Nagi and Shiro wanted this city to be made to try and bring their light and dark element more as well as any other element type that did not bond well. It was successful for some but the city mostly split into different sections for each element.

Shizen: Its natural though for spirits of the same energy to band together though so I don't blame them since spirits are used to living in certain habitats and don't prefer others. I guess it was wished that light and dark didn't live on completely opposite sides and got along better over time.

Hiki: Yes the city is quite vast though from the Outlook it has right now. There are multiple underground sections of the city as well that were prepared from the earth element citizens.

Orion: (He laughs). Yeah Nagi wouldn't get off my back about that because of the smaller size so had to accommodate everyone.

Kairi: It sounds amazing and since there's a lot of light and dark spirit maybe we can give something to Yami like food. I bet he's hungry!

Kura: (Can't help but laugh a little). I am sure uncle Kishi is feeding him... Though regardless he eats like he's a bottomless pit so you're not wrong.

Tori: Knowing on how Kishi is, I'm sure that he is doing everything he can to make sure Yami is safe.

Shizen: We will discuss Yami being released under surveillance this afternoon tomorrow. That way we will be able to guard him with Kishi much easier and Yami does not have to be locked away as the trials go on.

Kairi: We should at least give him a care package until then! And the aunt and uncle too as a thank you!

Jennifer: (Laughs patting Kairi's head). I'm sure we will find something on the way.

Kairi: (Is a already starting to think of what to bring them). What is light spirit food like?

Mizuko: (Laughs a little). You are very interested in food I see, though it is one of the best ways to learn a culture. (Starts to ponder how to describe it). Light spirit cuisine is very similar to French in your world. Very fancy and many upscale places as well as bakeries. They tend to put a lot of detail into the look of their food, especially baked goods and desserts. (Looks to Hiki to add on if she had missed anything).

Hiki: Let me think for a moment... Hmm well it's basically on how you said it really though light spirits do take care in cooking the food as there are multiple steps usually. It always depends on the persons taste since there are many sections of the food group. When I was younger I would also go to a bakery near the library and get something there. I knew the owner of the bakery so she would give me a cookie or a brownie and some other pastries that were delicious.

Kairi: (Smiles brightly at Hiki). While were here we need to stop then! You can show us your favorite spots!

Jennifer: (Smiles and nods to Hiki). I would be nice to learn more of you by going to places that you loved or had good memories when younger.

Hiki: Well when we arrive than I will be the tour guide than Tori can do the other half. (She smiles at Tori).

Tori: Yeah I'll be happy to sit alongside Kura as we make our way to the main capital in the city.

Kairi: (Tilts her heads to the side looking at Tori and Kura). What is dark spirit food like too?

Kura: (Looks up in thought of the best way to sum it up). It's simple and less about look just a simple taste good type. Like burgers, fires, milkshakes and hotdog type. (Looks to Tori not sure how else she is supposed to describe it).

Tori: (he shrugs as he thinks). Well as Kura put it's all there is to it really. Our food is centered around comfort food as it just the type of food that is variety enough that's there always different versions of the same item. Not every food item is the same.

Kairi: (Has a look of interest tilting her head to the side). Oh really, wow I don't think I ever had a burger. It's like a sandwich right?

Kura: (Looks baffled at the statement having to pause in complete surprise). You... Never had a burger?

Jennifer: (Nods with her sister). We were always told by our father whenever he was around when little it was food for commoners and we shouldn't have it.

Kairi: (Nods in agreement remembering it as well). I wanted to try things like that though.

Tori: (He has a stern look as he looks at Kura than Mizuko). Do you mind if we port at the dark city first. I must change this fact as this has become urgent.

Mizuko: (Nods slightly). It will have to be a stop on the way and have to eat on the way or when get there if anything.

Kura: I'm sure we will find one on the way. I'm sure Yami missed that type of food for a while now. Nagi always took us out to get those types a snacks when he could so he probably hasn't had something like that fully since then... Wonder how he will react to having those once again. (Smiles and laughs a little at the thought already getting a idea).

Tori: yeah... I'll make sure he gets some as a celebration and yeah... Nagi would always take us out to eat whenever Shiro was tired so it was a nice change of pace sometimes to experience the different foods more often.

Jennifer: Its sounds like a great experience and with a city like this I'm sure there are different cultures to experience in every section.

Kairi: That means there are nature, earth and water sections as well.

Shizen: (Nods in response). Yes water and earth are on one side of the light and dark sections with nature in-between the earth and water since combining them causes nature to grow.

Orion: As well as fire though they are much nicer than the real city but overall the city is nice.

Shizen: I agree as well as them being beside wind which is more Greek... I would watch the fire food... It can be quite spicy with their Indian curry.... (Seems to shake her head more to the spicy part).

Jennifer: (Nods in understanding to Shizen). I don't blame you I don't do well with spice either... A bit of a wimp to it as well. (Laughs a little).

Shizen: (crosses her arms stubbornly). Now I never said I was weak to spicy food as well child.

Mizuko: (Covers her mouth as she laughs knowing the opposite full well).

Orion: (he shakes his head as well as he knows on how weak she is to spice) well maybe we can put that to the test when we port than Shizen.

Shizen: (Gets a nervous laugh but still tries to keep her stubborn front). Now I don't think we will have time since it is so out of the way.

Jennifer: (Smirks since even she can tell that is a excuse). Whatever you say Shizen but it's a test I wouldn't mind seeing.

Shizen: (Nervously laughs again trying to wave past the subject). How about moving to other questions. Spicy food is not as interesting as it seems.

Kairi: (Starts to think looking from Orion, Mizuko to Shizen coming up with a question that pops up to her hand). Oh I have one more question. I was thinking of the thing from before where earth and water makes nature, is that true.

Mizuko: (Looks from Kairi to Orion and Shizen not sure where this sudden question is coming from Shizen getting the same expression). Why yes that is true.

Shizen: Most wildlife and especially plants need those two things to survive and grow so you are right.

Rowen: Well it's True on that premise but where is this coming from out of nowhere​miss Kairi? (He looks just as confused as Orion).

Kairi: (Tilts her head to the side questioningly). So does that mean That makes Shizen their daughter and Orion and Mizu her parents?

Shizen: (Raises her eyebrows in surprise to the question). Well it's not quite like that... You see... It's like... No... Hmm.... (As she stumbles giving a explanation she sits up putting a hand to her chin in thought. She can't seem to make one finding herself stumped and baffled by such a question. The question even makes her rethink many things being completely baffled and speechless in thought).

Mizuko: (Her surprise shows as well but she is more silent with a baffled expression as well not able to come up with a simple answer to this as well having never thought of it before at all).

Orion: No not really since it didn't happen like that Kairi... Nature is the natural element that started up on its own... It created itself. There is no parental element since it had started on its own.

Mizuko: (Smiles at Orion grateful that he had such a quick answer). Earth and water just tend to be a helping hand which is why we think of Shizen as our little sister.

Shizen: (Looks to both Orion and Mizuko gratefully as she was about to question her existence).

Kairi: ohh I get it then.

Jennifer: (Looks to Kairi with a questioning expression). Sometimes your questions are very odd Kairi.

Kairi: (Giggles and nods). Sorry the question just popped into my head.

Chazz: Well it's nice to have curiosity but that was really out of left field but I'm glad you got an answer Kairi.

Shizen: (Sighs and nods). I think it's best to save any other questions until we port and perhaps keep questions like that to a minimum.

Mizuko: (Nods in agreement). I would suggest starting to clean up then, Sally usually ports on the grounds next to the docks.

Tori: Alright than let's get to cleaning up than since don't want to make our ride mad at us.

They all start to clean up before they port making sure their bags are packed once again. They reach land as soon as they pack the sea turtle Sally docking right beside a side wooden dock of the large city. The city seems much larger than the nature and earth ones they had been to with different color flags for each section symbolizing what element the house hold or shop is. They look around as they are getting off the turtle seeing the dock area mainly having blue flags pointed out into the ocean as they stretch out from the sea voyage.

Jennifer: (Stretches her legs as she hops down from the turtle shell with a sigh). It feels nice to have my feet on land again.

Hiki: (She does some stretching as well). Well it was still an enjoyable ride so I would have been ok if we rode for longer.

Jennifer: (Nods in agreement with a smile). It has certainly been a trip of a life time... We've seen things I didn't even know existed here. (Looks up at Sally, the sea turtle bowing her head slowly moving lowering her body so people can get off her shell easier).

Tori: Yeah... Though we got to keep going... Thanks for the ride Sally. (He and the rest wave).

Kairi: (Is holding the otter, Olly like a cat with a small pout). Can't they come with us though?

Mizuko: (Hops down gracefully from the platform creating a flow of water down to the dock). Unfortunately they cannot since they need to stay near the water. I'm sure they will stay nearby the docks for us as they go hunting for food.

Kairi: (Pouts for a moment letting go Olly). Alright make sure to have plenty of fish then. (As she is saying goodbye to the animals the sea lion and seal, Ski and Scoot wobble up to Hiki. Ski being more vocal with his barks as he sniffs Hiki tickling her cheek with his whiskers with a kiss which spooks owlet flapping his wings to regain balance on her shoulder again).

Hiki: (She laughs as Ski gives the kiss and just laughs). Well thank you very much for that. (Scoot is right behind but still sticking by his bigger sea lion friend with a more quiet goodbye with a small flop and snort.

Tori: (Tori as well can see the manatee napping. In-between the nap Manny looks up at Tori from the water with a snort giving a cute, derpy look from his upper lip and eyes. He smirks seeing the Manny). well next time we can take another nap for sure who knows how long it'll last.

Hiki: (She smiles down at scoot and pets his head). No need to be shy I'll be back to see you again. (Scoot kisses Hiki's hand waddling up further to where Ski is being very clumsy on land however).

Tori: (Manny however just goes back to his nap in the water as a response to Tori).

Rowen: (Hops off the shell as well with a arm holding onto Echo but all of the sudden feeling a heave weight and a walrus tusk over his shoulder once again. Waliver also does a much lower tone of snort holding a flipper up as if the giant walrus is giving him a hug from behind. Echo wags her tail reaching to try and sniff and chew the tusk in play. He smiles as he pets Waliver's head). Now, now I appreciate you as well and so does Echo so I'm glad you two get along. (Waliver lets out a low bark leaning on Rowen more).

Jennifer: (Laughs listening to Waliver). I think he's very attached to you now and wants to follow. He really likes your mustache too. (As Waliver makes another snort resting his head on Rowen's shoulder). But he also says his mustache whiskers are still better.

Kairi: (Giggles at the walrus that seems to be pouting now). Silly walrus.

Rowen: (He laughs as he strokes his bread). Well I still say mine is pretty good but I appreciate the competition.

Shizen: (After Waliver slides off of Rowen's back very ungracefully his belly up like for a belly rub Rowen feels an arm wrap around him and a kids on his cheek but more towards his mustache). Well if I were to give my opinion I am quite fond of this one here.

Rowen: (He laughs as he kisses Shizen back). Well than I do my nest to maintain it for more kisses.

Shizen: (Smirks). Well it's not like you do not have a habit of keeping up appearances. (Kisses him again getting a giggle from Kairi and the other girls).

Chazz: (As this happens Chazz get a small splashes from the water seeing the Orca and Beluga, Orkid and Bally splash with their tales as a wave from the water. He laughs as he gets splashed more and more). Hey now that isn't very nice to do that... I'll get you two back later.

Orion: (Everyone makes sure they have everything together Orion the last to step down from the shell with Spike walking right beside him. He starts to realize he is missing someone when something very large nudges him in the side but very genteelly. It turns out to be the sea turtles giant beak but has a calm peaceful look as always in her eyes).

Orion: (He smiles as he looks above the sea turtle still seeing Rocky there). Now rocky it would be rude to overstay your welcome when the miss over here is quite busy. (Sally then lowers her head in front of Orion as low as possible so that Rocky can slowly climb down. He smiles as helps Rocky get down). There, there I'm sure you had a great time as you always do. (Rocky has a pleasant smile as he reaches the ground but faces Sally stretching his head to touch her giant beak with his head a bit affectionately).

Kairi: (giggles seeing the turtle and tortoise). Rocky has a girlfriend!

Shizen: (Smirks as she looks over). It's not seen often a animal gets a crush from a species other than its own. He does need to get a bit of a growth spurt to keep up with her though.

Orion: Well regardless it's nice to have affection and it seems Sally isn't against so we shall see what happens in the end... But we have to get going soon.

Shizen: (Nods in agreement). Ahh yes we should be heading into the city. It's a very large city and the council gatherings take place at the center.

Kura: (Her hands are gripped tight as she looks onward). And that's where Yami is....

Rowen: (He nods his head yes). Yes he is... But we must hurry before they move him to a different location.

Shizen: (Nods in agreement her face more serious in thought). I'm sure Kishi is keeping guard well until the council gathers. Hopefully Kishi and Kyoda can sneak him away for a small talk before it starts.

Mizuko: It would have to be right before when Yami is being moved to the council's court.

Kairi: (Has a hopeful look as she looks onward). I hope that will happen....

Kura: (Shakes her head). I... I hope they go easy one Yami... He didn't mean to do a lot of things... He couldn't help it.

Mizuko: (Places a hand on Kura's shoulder for comfort). You have half the council already on his sides... He's a child as well which is why I would voice for Yami in mercy even without my siblings asking. Yami has many on his side.

Kura: (Looks up and Mizuko feeling a little more at ease). Thank you....

Shizen: (Grins at Kura to reassure her as well). And if not then there's always breaking him out as a last resort.

Tori: Well we will make sure it doesn't come to that all we can now is hope he is ok and we can get him out quick enough.

Shizen: Leave it to us council members to make Yami's case.

Jennifer: I guess we should start walking then. The city seems so large so it looks like it will be a bit of a walk.

Kairi: (Nods but turns to the sea creatures giving them a big wave). Bye Sally, Ski, Scoot, Waliver, Manny, Olly, Orkid and Bally we can introduce you to Yami later. (As she does the wave the animals with flippers on land lift it though not high as they wave it back to the group).

Hiki: (She does the same as Kairi as she waves a lot with water element making a smile above them). Bye!

Mizuko: (Covers a laugh as she does a small wave backwards as they walk). Don't worry they will stay and hunt near the dock so you will see them soon.

Hiki: Well I hope so but still not going to see them for a while so might as make fun with it.

Jennifer: (Looks up at the watery smiley having a bit drop on her head). Well it certainly fits the theme of our trip and it's something very fitting to you as a farewell. They seem to all appreciate it as well as our company.

Hiki: Well than if they are happy than I'm glad... I want to make them happy for giving us a chance to meet.

Mizuko: It is good for them to meet new people that are kind. Especially ones like Scoot. It lets them slowly be able to trust some people once again. If you would like there is volunteering to help harmed sea creatures one day. We would be happy to have you visit.

Hiki: well I'll be glad to come by and help..but only after everything... I want to have everyone there.

Mizuko: (bows her head politely). Of course and thank you.

Jennifer: (Smiles at the idea). My healing in nature would be put to good use more if so.

Shizen: (Grins patting Jennifer's head). I usually travel to other territories like earth and water in that area when I can so it would be nice to have a helping hand under my wing child.

Jennifer: (Laughs a little). I would be happy to.