Thread: ☢Final Fantasy: Edyn's Lament☢ [-Haru|Lila-]

I know you would never ask me to, sister dearest, but I would do it regardless. Stone affirmed and a hollow sounding sound of amusement came from beneath the helm as she politely turned down his offer to ride upon his shoulder. In truth there were a few things he could say that would hint at the thoughts in his head, for he and his sister, though lovers, had refrained from any such activity while under the watchful eyes of ARC. Now, having a bit of freedom, Stone's desire for his sister was bubbling just below the surface. His willpower was strong though, and they did have a mission to complete. The question from Aeshir brought his attention back to the present, pulling him from his most pleasurable daydream, and he grunted. I am unsure. So long as we do not get lost, using the mountains as a guide, then the Westersand should be easy to cross. Traversing the mountains is more worrisome unless there is some road or path. I might have to go slower. This armor is protective, but hinders movement. he explained. - Stone's assessment proved to be true, and they made it through the Westersand without a problem, and even found a few checkpoints used by all manner of people as a trade route. Though they had no way to know it, they had also not been given any of the teleportation crystals, and thus could not use the gates that dotted the Westersand along the route. It showed the level of trust, or perhaps mistrust, that ARC placed in them. They were shown several routes through the mountains and if Aeshir had been by herself they could have taken a chocobo. Stone's bulk was too much for the regular yellow ones however, and they had no blacks or reds that he could use. That meant they had to go on foot, and it took another two days to pass through the tunnels and passes that had been carved through the Land's Edge mountains, and the last leg had brought them to a strange sort of outpost. There, well under the mountain, a river flowed. It was explained that it flowed all the way to Shimmerstream Lake. From here they could catch a ferry, and likely cut their travel time by half a day. Stone seemed game enough for it, and after a bit of negotiation the siblings were on the ferry and moving along the river that flowed from some underground source. --------------- Stryker approached with a bit of caution. Lune was not rumored to be violent, and yet he'd seen the mess she'd left behind. It was likely done in a moment of desperation. that moment when she just knew she had to run. Stryker could tell that even for himself he was thinking with much more clarity. He could only imagine what it was like for a being like Lune. It is really quite beautiful, and I am sure that the newly bloomed life here is due to your presence. In truth I need no other convincing than what I see with my own eyes. he admitted. Stryker approached and let his hand move away from his sword and he took a seat across from Lune, observing her for a moment. So you're not planning on going back then? What do you plan to do? he asked, curious about what next steps she was considering. You know that ARC will keep coming after you. They want you back, and won't simply stop after sending me. I would bet they've already sent others as well. he informed her, knowing well enough how ARC operated. ---------------- Gand's soft smile showed the depth of caring he had for his daughter as she thanked him for helping her. The last question brought a little frown though and he lifted his gaze to look into the eyes of his only child. Of course not. I would give all of this up for you if I had to. Only through my diligent research can we make you whole again, but know that I love you and cherish you no matter what. he told her, seeing how she was still putting herself down. Gand moved a bit and pulled her into his arms. I love you Daveera, and will always be here for you. he told her and stroked her hair as he held her in his warm embrace. is lips pressed gently to her cheek and then her forehead. --------------- Cid listened to the Far'Anthi woman and then his wife, and soon he turned back to Crest. As a Far'Anthi, I know that your goal is to save the planet. Life, as you know, always finds a way. For us the outcome is just as personal, though not as far-reaching. There are those we know that were taken by ARC, and we have to try and get them back. ARC needs to be brought down, but even if they're not I know you plan to destroy Jenova. he said. A slight murmur went around the room as he spoke, and some of the others seemed a little in awe of Crest. a Far'Anthi on their side did not guarantee victory, but it certainly would help tip the balance. As he finished speaking Cid produced a map of the ARC building and began to go through what they knew about the place. There are roaming patrols of soldiers, usually squads of three, but there's plenty of windows to by pass them. The problem comes once we make it inside, where security cameras monitor the corridors. We'll have to take out those cameras. Enkidu spoke up and said, I can do that. I know where the central power is located. It's heavily guarded, but off-site. If I do that, then they'll only be on back-up power. Cid seemed to consider. Since we could prepare for that it might even be a boon. Though they'll get that back-up power running, there will still be a few moments of chaos. We could definitely use that to our advantage.