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Quynh was adjusting to being back in Chibale after traveling for so many months again. While she had grown up being carried off into the different countries, her mothers always hunting some strange beasts, the Aishan hybrid felt like it was a bit harder to get accustomed to the deeper jungle and the Aishan warriors who lived there. Something about the sunny beaches of Matori still lingered with her along with the experiences there which kept a fresh flush on her cheeks even as she waded through one of the inlets along the edge of Jahaur that led into Chibale. It was pretty lovely here in its own way with the dim glow of the crystals behind her, the tall trees blocking out a chunk of the sky even along the edges here where the open expanse of sky lingered across the water further out. This little area had always been one of Quynh's spots and she tended to come here whenever she just wanted a moment to think. And spirits did she want to think after finally seeing her mothers again, the idea of presenting a hybrid to her family still bringing a bit of tension there despite their love for each other. "Oh well." She would just keep dealing with it, she hadn't backed down before and definitely was not going to give up on her feelings now. The very thought brought a small frown to her lips as she reached down to pick up a smooth rock from the clear water, the pebble sparkling as she turned it over in her hands.

[Quynh 1]

The hybrid's body froze as she heard noise, but as she recognized the familiar voice Quynh's shoulders relaxed more. "Maybe." She replied, her expression brightening as she turned around to face Ika with a smile. Out of all the people to stumble into here her...well, she definitely was not complaining about this twist of events. She held up the pebble a bit playfully, showing it to Ika. "Did I pick up a summoning stone? Your timing matched perfectly." She teased before her gaze drifted down towards the basket, a curious brow rising as she looked back at Ika. What was she doing out here in this more remote spot anyways?

[Quynh 2]

Quynh continued through the water until she was back on solid ground where she could follow Ika. "Your sister?" She asked with interest. Out of all things...she knew Ika had family, but honestly now that she thought about it there wasn't much she knew about them detail wise. Did she have a lot of siblings? Did they all look like her and what about her parents? I suppose I was too caught up with my family's reaction to her alone that I didn't think about everything and everyone involved. Quynh realized, a soft sigh escaping her own lips as the questions came towards her. "I needed a moment. Aife and Clovis, my mothers, are still settling into things since they just returned from a hunt." Settling into the area, settling into the news that Quynh was interested in a hybrid that she wanted to introduce to them soon and trying to settle their bewilderment that their daughter out of all things had betrayed their bloodline like this. She looked towards the sky and then back towards Ika with a hint of her exasperation in her expression. "Maybe we could just contemplate exploring a remote island like Matori and not returning?" She joked lightly, not even trying to hide that there was some tension with those outside of this new relationship.

[Quynh 3]

"Ah, I see." Quynh tilted her head thoughtfully, curious about what she should even ask. It probably would be important for them to get to know more about their families, right? She wondered how many relationships started with all of this knowledge or if they were odd for learning more at this point after becoming partners. Either way they could tackle this together, Quynh truly believed that and held onto her resolve as she nodded. It was a slight motion to reassure herself even as she continued. "Did she follow the Aishan path as well?" She asked after a moment before making a face at the direct question. "They are very old fashioned. I suppose especially on my Elarian side." She admitted with a grimace. "But you know I'm not like that at all. You would think that my childhood would have taught them something about hybrids...but I suppose it's different." If anything she loved that Ika had earthling blood, she looked beautiful with the mix no matter what others said about tainted blood.

And then there was a piece of bread in her face. Quynh opened her mouth without hesitation and took a bite before making a delighted gasp. "It's good!" She beamed before blinking again. "Older brother?" Okay, so there was probably quite a bit of introductions to be had then. How big was Ika's family?

[Quynh 4]

"Only to some like my mothers, but they were biased." Grumbled Quynh even as she took another bite and savored the sweet flavor. "They're just jealous that they can't be as amazing as you." She replied, her gaze narrowing at the word dirty. It was shameful that even her own mothers balked at the very mention of earthling mixes. She truly did wonder if they only accepted her because she was their blood, others still viewed her as an abomination for mixing two types of Aishans especially those who still despised Extremists and their Elaria daughters for everything that they did before. If anything Quynh would understand that more than the disgust towards earthlings. Truly, why did they have to hold such disdain for outsiders like this? She only shook her head at Ika's concern, a small smile coming back to her lips as she reached out to steal a piece of bread to offer towards Ika instead. "I'd rather stand my ground against them than be without you." She reassured her. "It's not the first time I've raised my different opinions around them anyways." It would just some time and arm twisting, but she was certain they would like Ika within time. How could anyone hate her?

"Oh. Wow." Quynh breathed, a flush covering her cheeks as she realized she let her awe show at the revelation. "That's quite a family, I didn't realize. It's a bit bigger than just mine with me and my two mothers." One Elaria, one Alkidike and one Aishan hybrid. Nothing quite as drastic as a family with pures and mixes together. "I do have a few Elaria and Alkidike cousins at least, but we're not really close either." That was mostly thanks to her mothers and their hunting habits where they rarely stayed in one place for too long though.

[Quynh 5]

Quynh pressed her lips together at the very thought. Hopefully it wouldn't come to such a choice, she had some faith that despite her mothers' shock that they would come to terms with things. "That sounds like the best plan for now. I brought it up to them, they'll just need some time to settle before any introductions. Not like it's too hard since they were planning on another hunt and will be gone for a time again." Ah, the life of the roaming hunters who fought off dangerous creatures but didn't care about the nearby villages they helped while doing so. They just wanted the thrill of the hunt, and whether it helped earthlings or not it didn't matter. Aishans, perhaps, but even then they would go out of their way just to chase that adrenaline high of combat instead of waiting for requests.

"I think I can remember a few names and faces. Three siblings and mothers are surely something I can keep up with." She replied, her expression only growing more amused at the cheeky comment. "Does it show that much? I think I've always had a spark ever since dealing with others while growing up." Her words trailed off though as she processed Ika's ever growing list of family. "Oh, I see. Just the tip of things? Maybe I will need a whole class for this after all." She joked lightly. A family of five or six might be possible, but just how many relatives did Ika have and actually interact with?

[Quynh 6]

"Alright. I suppose I can't complain if you really want that." Teased Quynh with a small smile as she tried to avoid the knot of frustration she had been feeling ever since talking with her mothers. "No gloomy face, hmm? I suppose since we're both out here and unless there's any urgent matters we could just find ways to enjoy the time and hopefully get rid of any gloominess." She playfully added, trying to focus on being more playful and less gloomy since simply mulling over these tensions wouldn't solve anything. It would just take time and so for now, why not just enjoy the moment together? They were in a lovely spot with each other for beautiful company...well, there were plenty of other ways to pass the time instead of worrying about family introductions.

[Quynh 7]

Quynh paused at the offer, thinking carefully about how to respond. Would it be too bold to do something more intimate here? As bold as she appeared even with her flirting the hybrid was still so new to all of this. "We could look for things or practice hand to hand combat." She looked around them, a slight smile on her lips as Ika moved closer. So maybe she wasn't the only one feeling a bit motivated at the moment. "But it's a lot of water in this area, so maybe we could just cool off for a bit instead." She suggested lightly, a teasing glint in her green gaze. "It is hot and a swim could be nice."

[Quynh 8]