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Itaka raised and eyebrow "Well, it probably works out best for his son in the end right? His son will be dealing with all the angry and infected patients so this will hopefully keep things quieter and make things easier for him in the end" he explained not really seeing why Alpha would do something selfless either.

Jeckhart looked from Felina to Hebal confused "Huh? Why did you have trouble sleeping last night?" he asked surprised "It's a shame, perhaps all the sugary food kept you up but I'm sure your father recognises the need to help elvenkind even if the request comes from someone like Alpha," he admitted wondering why Felina was looking so awkward.

Gil raised an eyebrow "I'm glad your eager but it won't be that simple, most lords in the region only hold one town, this one holds 4, granted both the Kings want him dead but they'll no co-operate, more likely the Seeq King is planning his own solution. Lord Yuthroz is more than likely to have some extremely talented bodyguards as well, he himself is quite impressive too to hear his records. It's possible you might even come up against some other ninja since this region is rife with mercenaries and the like" he said rolling up the map "Point is I'm not sure it'll be an easy assassination job, like you might be used to. Even if you assassinated him with no trouble, his heir or one of his underlings would still rise to control the 4 towns and it'd be the same problem with a different target" he said stowing the map back away in his armour "No no we'll need to take back the territory, might even need to fight the Seeq King for it as well, since his troops will also be trying to 'liberate it' which is half the problem. If they worked together they could probably finish off this Yuthroz no trouble" he sighed cuddling Satoshi slightly now the map was away "Though I'm not especially sure you'd want to meet the Bangaa Lord, he's practically a pirate, nothing quite as hospitable as the Elven King that's for sure." he said

Zadina nodded turning around on his knees to look at Amane "I tend to think so," he said pushing up where the roof was drooping down a little "Though I think it'll be a long while before my baby cousin is old enough to understand how to play like this" he said flopping down beside Amane "I wonder if this is what camping is like" he mused.

Satoshi scratched her chin in thought "Well if I were the seeq king and I knew the bangaa king was going to try and claim it, I would let them take him out then strike head on with their weary army. So thats also something to be mindful of. If there are other ninja from my country they will have forked out a lot of money for them. Most villages expect you to pay travel expenses if they want you to do something overseas" she stated leaning over to pet Enkidu. "Though I can handle pirates no bother. I know what they are like so don't worry"

Hayate yawned and leaned against the steering wheel "Yeah its true its good publicity but its not something he actually needs either. You guys will probabbly go down looking like heroes delivering medical supplies to people from overseas. Once delivered though its smart for Alpha to keep the ship in the fire demon city to keep the thieves out"

Felina simply smiled at Jeckhart "Well I guess there was not much point sleeping for so few hours" she told him shrugging it off the avoid getting personal. "Lets try to stay positive about the trip. I bet most of you will catch a lovely tan at the very least. Also if you will excuse me, I should awaken Oassu. It would be rude of him to not get up to say goodbye to Amane right" she told them before sliding back through the trap door to her own room.

Amane nodded ruluctantly rolling out her bed "I know I cann't wait either but thats going to be like another 20 years away which is ages and ages but probably feels like nothing to you. We have slept ages so I not surprised we are almost there but do I have to leave you to go shower? I already had mine before visiting you and it made me feel drowzy again" she told him giving him an ear pat. "I'll be out in a moment ok mum" she called back eventually.

Hebal sighed sitting down again satisfied with Amane's answer "Amane showered earlier so she should be ok for that and I helped her pac her things already. Also sent a moogle earlier to send a message so people will be waiting for us on the ege of the forest to pick her up and take her home. See I can be really orgaised when I have to be. Can learn a lot from single parenting"

Seph chuckled nuzzling Itaka "Then we do what we always do silly. Don't tell me a few days of comfortable living has made you go too soft for a little combat if need be. Also if Alpha is in his fire demon form 90% of them will probably not challenge us. Fire demons in the desert can have an almost endless supply of power in the day."

Itaka frowned irritated that other people couldn't see it "Sure that's all well and done having Alpha on our side, we're dealing with a very rich and influential crime family, possibly the worst of them, whose to say they haven't taken a few of the fire demons in the city themselves in their pocket eh?" he said "But as you say, lets hope they don't just come and raise the town for the medicine then" he sighed.

Oassu groaned and rolled over attempting to idly pull Felina back into bed but his arms flailed weakly unable to find her with his eyes shut "Mmmrhmm, morning darling, what's that about a forest?" he yawned reaching over for his beret and bumping Cid who was snoozing on the table like an alarm clock before gently petting him apologetically "Sorry little guy" he murmured reaching up to rub his eyes.

Gil shrugged "Same way I deal with most things, fight my way through there, improve defences in the local towns get them organised into an actual alliance and lead them against the towns one by one to weaken their strength. Be the one to defeat Yuthroz before the Seeq King's men take advantage of our assault and do it themselves" he said stretching "Lord's doesn't actually mean noble blood in these lands though, I suppose Governor and Governess' are more appropriate titles for them considering how they work, just rich, powerful or clever people who managed to get enough men to rule a territory" he shrugged leaning back "Anything else you'd like to know?"

Zadina sighed pulling Amane into a hug and casting the little refresh spell on her as he did so "There now you won't need a shower" he said quietly "Still even if you outgrow me I'll be wise and clever enough to keep up with I promise" he blurted out pausing for a moment, flushing "J-Just don't forget about me when you need to go on your pilgrimage" he added quietly

Jeckhart nodded "I don't doubt your talents Hebal, it was kind of them to let Amane go for these few days, I'm sure she'll be even more excited when she leaves her village for real on the pilgrimage" he said

Felina frowned reaching over to pet Cid and to see if he was alright "Morning Oassu though next time try not to use our first child as an alarm clock" she teased sitting down beside him on the bed. "Amane is going home any time now so I figured it would be polite of us to give her a proper goodbye from us and perhaps an informal invite to our future wedding" she suggested.

Satoshi paused thinking over the details but eventually shook her head "Nah I think I got the entire gist of this covered now.Thanks for putting up with the questions. And if you like it can be your turn to asl me a few things not that I expect any questions. If not we can just relax and enjoy our company. We aren't even in water anymore"

Hayate took a quick glance at Alpha before returning to concentrate on the airship "Morning there Alpha though Im surprised your yawning before didnt wake up the rest of the guests on the airship" he remarked keen to lighten the mood.

Seph glanced up and gave Alpha a wave "morning sleeepyhead and happy dragon festival. Thanks for all that wine, it went down well" she greeted him while her hands moved down Itaka's back. "Heard you've been up to all sorts of mischief while you were away, trying to get in with Felina's dad and Mu running wild. How was she by the way? Already dropped her off?" she asked a little disappointed about not getting to see her.

Alpha grunted hiding a small smile "Yeah I spoke to the elven king and it was the most awkward conversation I have had in a long while but it was no big a deal. Mu was doing pretty well. She's actually engaged now to Aethys. You have met him a couple of times right? Though nah she decided to check out Yithra a little before going back to the circus. Think she just likes exploring a little on her own sometimes"

Amane gasped accidentally tightening her arm around a little nervous about the airship descent "You just be yourself next time and try to have some fun in the meantime. Also keep an eye on my mum. She likes to have fun but she also doesn't know when shes having too much fun. Plus she gets clumsy sometimes and is a terrible cook" she whispered then lead Zadina up to her mothers side "Umm here I am. In a few minutes I'll have to go right?" she asked Hebal with a sad look.

Hebal shrugged "I think they were just playing in there" she informed Jeckhard, soon bending down to hug Amane. "Sorry Amane but its time to go home and where we are going next is no place for a young lady like you. Now come on, cheer up dear. There will be other times I am sure and Ill make sure Zadina keeps in touch with you also" she assured her wiping away a small tear from Amane's cheek before Zadina could see it.

Oassu smiled spinning around to quickly steal a kiss from Felina before moving over to the wardrobe to get changed "It might not be a bad idea you know, anything to make you look less like a Visara would be nice, make you less of a target" he said

Gil nodded taking the opportunity to cuddle Satoshi "I don't think it was a wasted question I'm certainly satisfied with my answer" he chuckled "Still I suppose it was a nice look inside, have you seen many other ninja villages or are you all too busy warring?" he asked.

Itaka nodded "I hear you've got us doing charity work now shipping medical supplies across the world, didn't know you were the giving type old man" he teased "Still congratulations to her on the engagement, you must be proud" he added.

Zadina nodded "I'll keep in touch with you and send you pictures and everything of the places we've been. I'll be so strong by the time your pilgrimage comes around it'll be a piece of cake" he promised Amane patting her ear trying to cheer her up.