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Rishima's antennae twitched a bit when Gerraden said that he would have the house built in no time. Was he that good at building things? A bit of a surprise given his young age but he guessed this was what they meant when they said not to judge a book by its cover? Giving a smile he said, "Well then, once it's built I suppose we will see about who is available to help me to move. For the time being I think we should see about getting you home. I wouldn't feel comfortable just leaving you here in the middle of the forest when I return on my patrol." Especially since it was going to start to get dark soon. The last thing he wanted was for Gerraden to be at risk because he wanted to start the building project sooner then later.

"Come on, I will even walk you home if you like?" Or at least as far as the edge of his village. While Gerraden and his family were accepting enough of him he couldn't say he knew what the others in the village thought of him. He was Alkidike after all, by both his mode of dress and his manners, and he'd rather not start anything with the Shifter population when there was already enough out there to worry about at the moment. Escorting Gerraden to the edge of his village might be the best idea, then he'd return to his patrolling, making sure everyone was kept safe.

"I might be a little overly cautious but given the situation at hand I feel that it's best that we act in a more careful manner." Sure, Gerraden had a sword of his own now but how well did he wield it? Had he dueled anyone yet? Would he be alright if he ran into an Oban or two? These were among the various things that he was worried about when it came to not only Gerraden but everyone that he cared for. Jerarda, his other sisters, his mother, Aisha, everyone he knew... he worried about them all as far as the Obans were concerned. He didn't want to risk anyone... but the way that Gerraden spoke, well, it made it seem as though he felt the same way. Flushing slightly he said, "Sorry... I just want to make sure you're safe is all." Gerraden was special, he was just like Rishima was in many ways, and it made him feel the desire to look after him.

Giving a nod of his head he said, "Yeah, I will need to return to my patrol soon. I am grateful for you getting me to rest but I can't sit still long, not when there is potential danger out there." Who knew when the Obans might attack again? Giving a smile he added, "I will try to visit between patrols, even if its just to say hello to you and to ask how your work is going." Maybe he'd stay busy building the house and stay far from danger? That would be something that Rishima would be all for so he'd do his best to encourage him as far as the building project went if it kept him out of harms way.

Rishima's antennae lifted up before giving a rapid twitch as Gerraden sidled up to him and wrapped an arm around him. He blinked a couple times as he was told not to make Gerraden come out and drag him back, something that might be a little embarrassing to have happen to him... so yeah, best that he didn't take too long in getting back to see Gerraden. He gave a little nod before he said, "I will check back in, to make sure everything is going smoothly, though I can't promise that it will be every other day. That is quite often after all and I can't say how far my patrols will take me." Sure, it was mostly the Chibale Isles and where Gerraden lived that he was patrolling around but one never knew what the elders might want to add to his patrol range.

"I will do what I can to come and meet you when I can though. I don't want you to be forced to come drag me back here after all." He said with a soft laugh. Best that his sisters didn't see him getting dragged about by someone so young or else they might think that he was going soft, which was the last thing that he wanted them to get in their heads. He was pushing himself after all to look ever strong in their eyes after all.

"No, I don't think you are really a pest." Now overly friendly, perhaps. There were some out there in the world that might not appreciate his puppy like manner but Rishi wasn't really all that bothered by it. Sure, he seemed to be the sort that wanted to be in really close quarters with him at all times but he felt that it was something that he could get used to with time. He just didn't really have any others who were so hands on. Jerarda, she could be cuddly at times, but she was a rarity among the sisters, at least in his eyes. She was special, as was Gerraden, he would really need to see about bringing them to meet one another sometime soon he thought to himself as they walked along.

The feeling of Gerraden's arm tightening around him drew his attention from his thoughts to the other male, and he seemed to think on his words for a moment. After a moment he gave a smile and said, "Perhaps, there are some among them that respect me, at least Elder Yansa and Elder Eshe." He could only hope that with enough work that he would be able to win over some others as well, "Even if there are those who don't care for me I will still work hard." The more he worked hard the better chance he might have one day at being able to get more then just those two to respect and if not, well he'd still work hard to keep all of his sisters safe, even those that were the biggest fans of him. Even those who would rather him not be around, he'd still fight to keep them safe as well.

Before now it was only his sisters that he seemed to concentrate on... but now he felt the same desire to keep Gerraden safe as well. He felt it was a good thing, that his protective instincts were branching out to more then just the Alkidike. It was something that some of his sisters might not appreciate but he saw no reason to cling to old hatred when they had a real enemy emerging before their very eyes. There might very well come a time they needed help from the other tribes to deal with the Oban threat, something Rishima was more open to then a lot of his sister.

A soft chuckle escaped from Rishima before he said, "I am glad to hear that, I might not have guessed otherwise." He couldn't help but to tease him just a little bit, there was nobody in the world who would miss the way that Gerraden was follow around after him like a little puppy. Still it was nice to hear at the same time when he found himself dealing so often with his more prickly sisters. As they walked along he found himself lifting his free hand to scratch at his shoulder, finding it odd that Gerraden wasn't clinging onto him anymore. Maybe he'd gotten too used to it he decided.

Turning to look over at Gerraden he smiled, "It's good to hear that you want to work hard as well. I can tell you know though that we have a lot of stubborn sisters, though who want to cling to the old ways. If there are others out there though, those like us, who are willing to work hard for our sisters and for Aisha then they should be given a chance." There were some things that the Alkidike still did that he felt were quite old fashion and set in their ways. It was up to the younger generation to hold a hand out to those who would come after them, to those like himself and Gerraden.

"Seems like we have arrived." He said, looking the village over before he turned his attention to Gerraden, "Now, remember, you said that you were work hard so don't forget to do just that, alright?" Best that Gerraden worked hard at everything he did, be it building, impressing their sisters, and getting better with that sword. He wanted him to be strong even if he would rather Gerraden stay far away from the war that was coming. Better he just stayed home building, though he doubted it was an option in Gerraden's mind at this point. Not when he seemed so determined to look after Rishima despite their age and rank difference.

Rishima nodded, starring at Gerraden a moment, wondering if there was something that he should be doing at this point as a farewell. He thought on it a moment before he stepped closer, wrapping an arm around Gerraden to give him a hug, before stepping out, "Have fun with your building project." He said, giving him a smile before he turned and headed back on his way, away from the village. Given the stares they were getting it might be best if he went on his way, back to the forest, back to patrolling. As he did so he turned to give Gerraden one last glance before he headed up the nearest tree.

Even if he liked the guy he couldn't very well just stay here all day, it was a nice idea, sure, but it wasn't exactly something that could be done, not when they weren't enjoying days of peace. Maybe once the Obans were dealt with they would have a better chance at spending a peaceful afternoon together, one that wasn't taken up mostly by him sleeping. It was something that he hoped for at least as he returned to patrolling and keeping the area safe.