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With a basket full of fresh supplies in hand and an equally full pack hanging on her back, Vermina was headed for the docks to make her way back to Chibale. While Jauhar was tolerable, she always found herself feeling out of place and eager to return home. She loved her community, but honestly, did she have to be the one to cross the sea for supplies? There were other, much more adventurous sisters who could have gone.

Perhaps like this lone woman sitting at the water's edge? It took her a moment to remember the other's name. They had never interacted much, but Vermina at least knew of practically every Alkidike from Chibale. Her intention had been a simple greeting and moving on, but something made her slow down. The other seemed deep in thought, which had Vermina walking closer curiously. "Are you alright, sister?" she asked, squatting so that she wasn't hovering awkwardly over the other Alk.

Vermina cocked her head slightly. Sort of? That wasn't very reassuring. Giving an apologetic smile, she stood up and straightened herself out. The mystic! As curious as she was, asking what that business was would be less than appropriate. "I do. I have been there my whole life." That would explain why she couldn't name this sister. "It is no trouble, Tyiva. I am Vermina. Are you waiting for the boat back to Chibale?"

"Yes, that would explain things," she mused with a nod. She was quite the opposite after all, and only went to Jauhar when required. She couldn't help seeing the emotion that teased along the other's face and voice. "I wish you well on your journey," she offered encouragingly. "It is always difficult to hear a sister is leaving home. If I may, are you going to the new tree or is this a separate errand that is going to keep you away?"

Similar to an errand. Something more personal then? Vermina felt she had pressed enough as it was, and gave a simple nod in reply. No matter what it was, she couldn't imagine anything that would make leaving Chibale for a long time any easier.

The question caught her by surprise, and she hesitated to answer. Love... Even more shocking was the face that popped up into her mind when considering the emotion, and she quickly shoved it aside. She was certainly not worthy.... There were different kinds of love though. Would that make a difference? "It can be quite the powerful thing that makes almost any sacrifice worthwhile," she finally stated with a nod. Meeting that curious gaze, she offered an inquisitive smile of her own. "It must be a great love if you are willing to leave Chibale for it. I cannot say I have ever felt such before."

Perhaps one day. Wouldn't that be nice? She hoped it wouldn't need to pull her from Chibale, but having a love strong enough to make her consider it? It sounded a little intimidating.. but also so wonderful.

Vermina kept her attention on what Tyiva was saying, interest piqued. Was this friend the sacrifice that had Tyiva looking so dismayed before? She gave a blink of surprise when the subject shifted, and a faint heat colored her cheeks. "Oh, there is nothing to forgive. ..I appreciate your words," she said, ducking her head a tiny bit with bashfulness. "Your friend, though.. she is on Chibale? I am guessing she is unable to go with you?"

Too important to leave Chibale? Could she mean-? Dani! Our mystic! "You are friends with Danika?" she blurted with surprise. Speaking of casual! Vermina ducked her head apologetically, though she felt a light smile rise despite her embarrassment. "I am not offended. I believe you when you say she requested it. I have found.. that she enjoys casual from time to time," she reassured. Now she had to be careful. She instantly liked Tyiva, but it was still best to not let herself sound too casual about her relationship with the mystic.

Attached to an earthling?! Was Tyiva feeling love for an earthling? How strange! A hundred inquisitive questions burst in her head, but she managed to keep herself reigned in. "Isn't it strange that our beloved mystic should have any concern of feeling lonely?" she asked with a hint of sadness. After all, she had gotten that impression from Danika before, and she wished it wasn't so. If she could give Danika more evenings on the beaches.. she would.

Gasping softly with surprise when her hand s were grabbed, it took Vermina a moment to realize she wasn't about to get scolded. In fact, the other seemed rather pleased? That was a relief. Tyiva must be a true friend of Danika's, then! She could see clearer how unfortunate it was that Tyiva was leaving... Danika really did not have many such friends, from what she could tell.

Danika was a mischievous youngling? Vermina couldn't help smiling at the thought. Honestly, it didn't surprise her that much to hear. Everyone needed to grow into certain roles though; Danika moreso than others.

Speaking of roles though! Eyes widening, the young Alk was truthfully surprised by the request. It left her briefly speechless. Of every warrior that surrounded Danika, how had she ended up being the one to approach Tyiva and be entrusted with such a proposal? "Me?" she finally asked. "I.. but I'm.. nobody.." She looked down at her hands with a frown. To be Danika's friend while near her felt so natural, but now she was scrutinizing herself from outside of those warm feelings the mystic gave her. "I wish nothing but happiness for Danika.. but how could I watch out for her?"