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Tempesti was more than a little bit eager to contribute to Order’s forces and their new efforts at organization, so she jumped at Nectaris’ invitation for an interview. She only hoped that she had anything of value to offer the knight, given the recency of her awakening. If nothing else, it couldn’t hurt to offer whatever assistance she could in her information gathering efforts.

It didn’t seem likely that the two of them would draw much attention from the average person on the street. The proximity of the courthouse might mean a higher police presence, but they could easily pass as two somewhat eccentrically dressed civilians (though as far as Tempesti was concerned, Nectaris’ butterfly cape was more than a little bit enviable).

As the young (though apparently old by the standards of newly awakened senshi) senshi approached, she returned the knight’s wave and trotted over excitedly. With a shy but warm smile she greeted her, quickly taking a seat, “Hello Nectaris, thanks for starting this up.”

Tempesti was relieved to hear that what she had to offer might be of use. It was difficult enough feeling as though her magic rendered her next to useless much of the time, knowing that she had so little experience from which to draw information simply compounded that feeling. Finding another way to help until she sorted that would provide at least some outlet for her inability to suffer inaction.

It was more than a little bit of a surprise when the knight offered up her civilian name, so she felt it was only right that she reciprocate that trust. “Nice to meet you, Nikki, I’m Rowan. When I’m not doing…this” She gestured at her fuku.

Drawing in another deep breath, Tempesti responded, “I’m the senshi of harpies.” Saying it aloud only made it feel more bizarre. “I call harpies, well, kind of ghostly looking harpies, and they bring storms with them. Wind and lightning. I don’t have the best control over them yet because I awakened later than most people do.”

It was impossible not to feel a bit self-conscious at that final admission. Fighting any of this would probably have been worse on her as a child, but at least then she wouldn’t have to figure out how to stabilize the mess that was her magic.

“Ooh, alright, sorry about that.” A twinge of embarrassment pinkened Tempesti’s cheeks slightly as she spoke. She hoped that her mistake hadn’t accidentally guilted the knight into revealing more than she wanted to, though she doubted that the idea of going out for cupcakes was some sinister trap. The senshi smiled slightly at her enthusiasm. As fond as she was becoming of her harpies, she was still more than a little bit perturbed by the unpredictability of the magic.

“They are definitely interesting company, I wish I could figure out a way to make them stick around after though.” She knew that wasn’t exactly plausible, but it was still a nice idea.

“It might be easier to get them to cooperate if we could have a conversation, but for now I think it’s intended to be offensive to people other than me but that doesn’t stop it from smacking me around a bit too.” She smiled sheepishly, “From what I’ve heard I should be able to get that under control in the, well, hopefully not too distant future. As for how long it lasts, I’ve never timed it. If I had to guess I’d say it’s less than thirty seconds but time flies when you’re zapping yourself. I’d be happy to time it with you though.” Making sure this was accurate was worth being wobbly for a bit. “I do need to stand a ways back so I don’t get you too.”

Carefully putting what was likely more than enough between herself and the knight Tempesti gave a thumbs up, “Just let me know when you’re ready to start the timer!

Tempesti nodded, “I’ve heard the same thing, it would be fun though.” She wasn’t entirely sure how fun having harpies around full time might be, she had no idea what they even ate. The senshi couldn’t restrain a quiet squeal of delight at the sight of Flutter, bouncing on her heels in excitement, “She is so precious!” The idea of having a magical butterfly friend was among the most adorable she could imagine, the fact that she was a cute little healer was just a bonus as far as she was concerned. “Thanks!

With a few deep breaths she steadied herself, preparing to be buffeted by whatever her harpies brought and taking another step back just to be extra safe.

“Bitter blast!”

Sailor Tempesti gritted her teeth against the lightning strikes the harpies delivered, arms aloft as the wind whipped around her. As the storm subsided she sighed softly, the pain and weakness in her muscles fading. “How long was that?

Tempesti smiled brightly at the knight, “Thanks! I am looking forward to it zapping me less though.” Nectaris’ enthusiasm was more than a little bit infectious, and the senshi could definitely use the confidence boost. She was always worried about the possibility of hurting an innocent with her magic but hearing someone else remind her that her difficulties were most likely not permanent was deeply reassuring.

She laughed softly as the butterfly landed on her head, Flutter’s presence was just another bonus. A huge, huge, adorable bonus. “She really is the cutest. I am new though, I just awakened last month and I’ve only known about all of this,” she gestured vaguely at them, “for a few months longer than that.”

Tempesti raised her eyebrows quizzically, surprised at the idea that her inexperience might be of benefit to anyone. “Well, to be honest I really only know Sailor Aruna, she is my friend though. I met Sacha, he’s a pretty kit-…Mauvian when he awakened me but I haven’t seen him since, there was the other one who upgraded my phone but the name slipped my mind.” She felt a wave of embarrassment at that admission.

“Truthfully I wouldn’t have known anyone if I didn’t meet Aruna a few months back. The phone has been helpful though, even if some of the information could use some updating. It’s great, and I’m glad that we have it, don’t get me wrong! It would just be nice to have a more comprehensive guide. But I think that’s part of what we’re here to address, at least I hope it is.”

The fact that Flutter remained on her head was a source of glee for Sailor Tempesti, trying to draw her focus from the conversation at hand, but Nectaris’ offer made her smile. “That sounds nice!”

The idea that knights got so little when they began felt unfair and she wondered if there was anything they could do to help them. “That seems…dangerous for you, how do they expect you to learn, well, anything? Do you think we could get the Mauvians to give you your own phones? Or at least an app to put on a regular phone?” It occurred to her that she had no idea how the process worked for knights if there were no Mauvians involved. “How do you all awaken anyway?”