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Mano was a little leery at first when he and Kyrian were approached by an Oban courier. He didn't think that his ex-master had any reason to contact him but somehow it was something that he was worried that it might be just that... instead it was something else, it was news from their 'Princess', the sort of new that Mano wasn't really expecting. That being that she was expecting. For a moment he found himself wondering if it was his... then recalled as for all his flirting that was one thing that he hadn't done with Phaedra, so that was out. She must have found someone in Oba then? Interesting.

After getting directions to where they would be able to find Kyrian they had packed up and started on their way. Mano wanted to check up on the Princess, to make sure that she was alright, and make sure that the one that she was with was handsome enough for her! That was the most important thing after all since Phaedra was such a lovely princess herself!

They headed for Oba, toward where the courier said that they would find her.

Since Bushi didn't want her to walk around all that much she had settled for sitting leaned up against Aatos, his Matorian familiar, while he dealt with business. Phaedra had a small mug in her hand while the other was rubbing over her belly carefully. All this time she thought there was only one baby but with how big she was already she was starting to think there was more. Of course she wasn't sure if she wanted to scare her Bear away by mentioning that just yet.

Her green eyes scanned the crowds as they walked past since she was expecting visitors. Ever since getting the news that Bushi's associate had found Mano and Kyrian she was excited. A bit more so than usual. As one of the tiny feet concealed inside her womb kicked she took a breath and looked down. "Don't you start fighting already." Her voice was soft as she whispered the small scold affectionately. "I won't eat anything sugary." Phae was rewarded with another small kick and she chuckled. "Fine fine." Lifting her cup to her lips she took a sip of the sweetened tea.

Behind Mano one could see Kyrian watching the water male then slowly lowering his face into one hand with a repressed giggle-fit. Surely his shark was always looking for a new fish to gobble up. Not that the bard minded. Oh not at all, as he looked up and as he observed the leaf male who walked away. The young male looked up to Mano with a teasing gleam to his eye. "Looks like we might have a new friend to look for when we're done visiting our Princess."

He looked around as if mentioning her would allow him to find her. Oblivious to any facial reaction Mano might of had to his suggestion. As if fate was on their side he spotted the Matorian Familiar...that was out of place. Then he saw the rounded belly and familiar smile of their Leaf Princess. Giving a series of squeaks he grabbed Mano's arm and dragged the male over. "PHAE!!!"

He waved as he ran over. Coming to her side the small wind male gave her a friendly peck on the cheek. "You look amazing!!"

Mano gave a toothy grin as Kyrian mentioned them having a 'new friend to look for' which put Mano into the best of moods since it meant that they would be able to pursue the cutie together. They would definitely have to do so! Something that made him grinning like crazy before he said, "That sounds like it will be fun! You're right though, our Princess comes first!" He found himself once more looking around through the crowd in an attempt to find Phaedra. As he searched Kyrian was suddenly catching hold of his arm, dragging him forward.

A moment later he found the two of them face to face with Phaedra and he gave a smile, "Long time no see, Princess." He said, giving her his best smile. He watched her as she held her hands out, seemingly stuck sitting? Awwww, the poor thing he though tot himself before reaching out he took Phaedra's hand in his, helping her to her feet, "There you go, Princess. How are you doing? How are you feeling?"

Once she was standing she let out a small breath and put her hands on her belly. "Thank you." As Kyrian hugged her she returned the gesture with a chuckle. "Either one would be great." Came Phae's answer as far as the gender of her child. She didn't lean one way or the other truly. Both had their pros and cons. Though if she had to think about it, a boy might be best for Bushi since she could see him panicking more over a girl. The thought made her grin foolishly.

"I'm alright. Though it is getting harder and harder to do some things without help." The fact that she needed to be pulled to her feet was evidence of that. Phaedra moved to hug Mano now that Kyrian had gotten his hug.

"I'm sorry I kinda disappeared on the two of you. I truly didn't mean it. I just found Bushi and got a bit carried away." Phae felt a bit bad that she'd done that. "Oh but you two made it to Matori. Did you find what you were looking for?" The leafling smiled at them as she looked from one to the other.

Kyrian looked at Mano, curious. What was it the other was looking for? He didn't think he ever asked anything about Mano's past. What sort of partner was he?!? He looked around the market for a moment then. Sort of curious about Oba, as he really only passed through that one time. As he looked around he blinked seeing a pair of small snapptrotters. Rather adorable little things, but the figure with them was what had his attention. The youth blinked at the young handler of the pair. He looked back to Mano then to the youth, who didn't seem to have spotted them.

"Mano! That youth---" he looked back but the younger Matorian was gone. His mouth hung open for a moment before he whimpered. "He's gone..." he sighed then looked back to their Leaf Princess. "Well, as long as your healthy and alright. You and the little one...or ones...depending if there's more than one." he chuckled.

Mano glanced at Kyrian for a moment, around the area, and then back again, "We will find him later, it's alright." He told him, thinking that maybe Kyrian was talking about that hot Leaf Tribesman from earlier. That Kyrian was all for trying to find him was something that made him smile as he found it to be rather sweet of him. The two of them would be a force to be reckoned with if they worked together to find hotties hethought to himself before turning back to Phaedra, giving her a smile, "Ohhhh! So it's some sort of codename then? Sounds like an interesting guy." Though why would be need a codename? Mano might have to look into this for the good of the princess.

As she apologized to them for taking them away from he'd found what he was looking for Mano shook his head, "No, no, this is news that we were happy to hear about. While I will admit I am a touch jealous that someone stole our princess away I am happy if you are happy, Phaedra." He supposed that he could share her with this 'Bushi' guy if she was happy he thought to himself, amused.

"More then one? Oh! So you're having twins? That is really great!" Leaning over he look at her belly before he said, "Given how lovely your mother is I bet the two of you will be quite adorable as well, babies! I can't wait to meet you!" After that he gave her belly a kiss before standing up, giving Phaedra a smile and said with a laugh, "You're kinda making me want a brood now, Princess."

"It's just what he prefers." Her shoulders lifted up slightly. Phaedra didn't mind that he liked the nickname more so than his real name. After all she liked being called Phae from time to time.

The kiss to her belly was met with a movement that made her laugh and when Kyrian put his hand upon it the movement slowed a little. "Awe, look! Kyrian already calms them down." She could just imagine what it would be like when the blonde made music. Her green gaze went toward Mano and she gave a cluck of her tongue. "We can tell who gets them all riled up too." Phaedra grinned at the water male with a mischievous look.

The mention of Mano wanting a brood and Kyrian suggesting they try she clapped her hands together. "Awe, you two would make great dads!" From there she winked at each of them. "When you're really ready for some babies I'll gladly carry them for you."