Welcome to Gaia! ::

The barrier was cool, and knocking on it felt like the equivalent of knocking on a thick window pane. The glass-like surface was effective in both concealing what was going on inside as well as protecting them from any unwanted guests--but it didn’t seem like Albireo was unwanted.

A moment later, the glass rippled and Lyndin stepped out. He wore a complacent expression, maybe a bit tired, but there was nothing weak about it. He was a busy man and he was clearly taking all of this seriously.

When his eyes landed on her, his expression softened a bit and he smiled.

“Welcome,” he greeted. “You were at the meeting, weren’t you? I think I remember your hair. Forgive me if I’m wrong. Commodore Lyndin,” he introduced, and extended his hand in an effort to abide by Earth customs.

Lyndin looked at her with a careful calm, like he was concerned that if he moved too quickly or spoke too loudly he’d spook her again. He shook her hand gently, carefully. If she’d closed her eyes, it might have felt normal--like he wasn’t a seven foot tall alien from space.

“I didn’t mean to startle you, Super Sailor Albireo. I apologize. I appreciate your enthusiasm. I would not attempt a plan that I thought would fail,” he assured. “I’m sure there are a lot of ways for you to help, if you’d be interested. We’re looking for excess energy, for information. For anyone that might be willing to help us acclimate a bit to this world. I have some Cadets who have special requests. We have communicators--universal translators--that help us converse, but they’re not perfect. They’re greater flaws manifest when translating text. We want to improve the system, but we need someone who better understands it to be involved in that project.”

He looked at her curiously. “Of course, we’re grateful for any assistance you can provide. How would you like to help?”

Lyndin’s brows furrowed when she suggested killing anything, and he had nearly been about to insist that they weren’t looking for bloodshed. Her clarification made him relax and he nodded.

“Well, if that’s the case, I’d be very appreciative. The honor would be all mine. Your enthusiasm is reassuring, Albireo, thank you. I’ve been worried about how we might be received, but your offer brings me peace. You don’t have to be so nervous about me,” he said, assuming that was the reason for her jitters.

“I’d like to set something up as soon as possible. Would you be willing tonight? Or, we can set something up later. Whatever works best for you.”

“Fae-Fae is very nice,” Lyndin said easily. “She is hardworking and diligent. I think you will find her easy to like. I like all of my Cadets, but I can say that without any bias.”

He reached for his Source Stone but considered it for a few seconds before he said, “I think it might be best to wait. At least, until after you’ve had a chance to meet her and maybe get things sorted out and settled. The Source Stones are a bit draining, you might feel a bit tired or groggy afterwards. But Fae-Fae is very competent, if you want to donate some of your extra energy, she is completely capable of helping. If you wind up worn out afterwards, you’re more than welcome to stay and rest with us until you’re feeling up to it. If that works for you, I can go get her now,” he offered.