Conquest Horizon

After the ygot on the ship, Nibbles ‘ghost’ the two as the two Hernos went to find Scrappy, who in turn showed them their little forge place in the ship as he was getting the golems to place the block of metals they would work inside. The mechanical dog also place down a blueprint of the parts as he informed them this was what needed to be made specifically to the best of the two abilties. (done)

They nodded and sait their thanks-- or rather Bina did, before Scrappy left them alone. Door closed and shut tight. Bina took it a extra mile to lock the door before sighing out and walking back. Though as she and her brother looked to the block of metal and the blueprint on it, she said, “I can’t belive you offered to do this, Bakari.” then went on, “Or want to work Honor Steel!”

“Well you would of bugged me.” Bakari shot back with crossed arms. “‘Sides, like we know. A herno smith ain’t going to help them out of good-will. They’d think this was a scam.” Then looked to the blueprint and told, “let’s just get it over with fast and… I don’t know, bang on something to make it sound like we put effort in.”

Bina sighed and took up the blueprine, unrolling it as her brother walked by her side to look at it. Both studying it for a moment before Bina asked, “are you sure we can do this. Bending metal isn’t exactly… easy…”

“Won’t be different from the time we molded a door back together.” Bakari shrugged.

“We were getting a dent out!” Bina half shouted, “look, Bakari, this won’t be easy… I can move earth, sure, but metal?”

He waved a hand, and the brother smirked, “relax, you got me. If we just work together, we’ll make it happen. We got better control when working together, right?” Making her nod, though still seem a little unsure. (End)

Nibbles hum, but kept silence as she look to the two, wondering if they were going to use what abilities they had to ‘craft’ the parts for Phobia. From what she could understood they weren’t going to craft it like smiths...but use whatever talents they had to make the metal as ‘convincing’ as possible. (done)

Breathing in, Bina got in a stance. Similarly, Bakari did the same, but said, “remember, it’s like those monkeys said. Metal’s just a mineral. Not really all that different from a crystal or a rock.”

“I know Bakari.” Bina heaved out, “it’s… just something different than what I’m used to, alright?” Then breathed in and held her hands out, seeming extra careful to lift the metal cube. Bakari got in a stance and breathed in… then blew. Fire bellowed out and overtook the steel, lighting the room and heating it.

As he held it, Bina said, “Not so hot Bakari! You’ll melt the outside!” Making the brother slightly blow less as hard, but there was still a force to it. Nibbles watched, and felt slightly amazed. Their power fluxed and wavered, almost like it was getting ready to burst, explode-- and the two were doing what they could to keep it lax, contained… but it just wanted to burst. “Just a little more.” Bina told before after a few more moments, told, “Stop!”

As he cut the fire, Bakari breathed in and looked to the metal. While Bina shifted her stance carefully, he did the same, being some mirror. Both looked to the other, and mirroring the other, rose a hand in a chopping motioned, but went slow. Causing the heated and now soft metal to part and peel away from the rest of the body.

Nibbles could tell, they were putting as much control into this as possible, but all the same, it felt like the power they had was reaching, linking, attracting the other’s power over the distance. The fluxing the two had separately began to calm just a bit, as they continued to mirror the other, separating the metal out from what they needed, and not needed. (End)

Water and fire...two separated, but if work together….oh wow, this almost feel like a parable from the Ophenu. About Yin and Yang of two opposite, but if they work together work in complete harmony. Looking to the two as she consider it more. One is calm, the other is boisterous, one female, the other male. Soft, hard. There’s also...parallels of their personalities, their colors of their orbs, and opposite clothings…

Thinking more, it was highly possible that they were demi-gods of something similiar to Yin and Yang. Nibbles knew of the aspects, but to see it in actual forms of these two? Seeing the unneeded hot metal moved to the side where it can safely set and cool. The metal that was needed was carefully molded by the two, bent, reshaping, forming and becoming the parts. Both of the siblings were moving in a mirror with the other, never making the other move the isn’t doing.

Time to time, she noticed they would ease up their movement, Nibbles could tell they were easing in time when their powers were flux nera instability before balancing out again. When the other parts were formed what was needed? Did the two both move in a near mirrored dance, water from a quenching bin as it move out and engulfing the parts to cool them down. Bakari breathing in as the heat seem to be absorb by him, Bina breathing out, cool and chilling air mixing into the water to help cool the newly formed metal.

no...more than fire and water...they got more aspects of opposite. thought Nibbles in surprise as it seem to her that these two had a lot more oppisotes than she realize...perhaps even untapped potential of their abilities. She saw Bina carefully moved the water back in the bin, Bakari carefully makes swirling motions with his hand, wind picking up and helping drying the steel. Yep...opposites of more than one element… mused the Spirit. She did notice that when they were separated with their abilities and not mirroring the other? Caused the flux of energy to return, and even worked up in a manner like it wanted to burst out into power.

The twins were aware, using as little effort as possible to not overcharge their next casting abilities. (done)

Hardly ten minutes, and the Twins stopped. Both breathing out and Bakari smirking, “see? Easy.” Walking over to a pice and picking it up. He gave a tap of his knuckles on it and said, “seems good.” though when bina came over, he handed it right to her to hold, look and observe. After a moment, she gave a nod and began to go over th rest.

Though as she did, Bakari moved to the side to sit and say, “hope we don’t gotta to anything else. I feel like if I try to puff a bit of air, I’ll make a gale!”

Rolling her eyes, Bina said, “this was your idea, you know.” Then looked at another part to agree. “But I know what you mean.” Then sighed, “I wish we didn’t have to hide. It feels so… restricting to jog around or just walk.”

“I know, right?” Bakari laughed, “Keep seeing everyone struggle with moving a crate or something when we could get it done in a jiffy.” Then waved, “but I get it, we can’t hardly trust anyone here.” Then huffed, “wish we were home. At least they understood.”

“I miss them too.” Bina agreed. “But as much as I wouldn’t mind leaving the ship to just sail around and explore? We can’t. Phobia’s got our way home, we have to just… wait it out.” Making Bakari make a face to that. (End)

Nibbles look over the two in thought, as she was right as neither of them trusted everyone. Possibly due in fact of their abilities...which was concerning as Bakari mention on making a gale, which was rather a strong gust of wind, which meant they could be able to utilize their abilities with nature...or at least with elements of that nature. And the mentions of moving crates and being limited to move? It seem the two were strong and faster than any normal mortal. Possibly due to them being demi-gods.

One thing made her wonder, on why they wouldn’t inform her, she was a Spirit of Faith...unless Spirits were after them too? It didn’t made much sense but...sometimes Spirits were assholes. Even more when they were being high and mighty. So it was possibly some spirits that they meet were just assholes. Nibbles look on to the two, making sure she kept hidden as she listen in on the two conversation.(done)

Though even as she moved about, they didn’t seem at all aware of her. She even made extra sure by flicking a tail before the possibly ‘duller’ of the two, Bakari. He didn’t bat a eye or show he noticed. Still, he told to his sister, “think we’ll get some time to just… do something?”

“I have no idea Bakari.” Admitted Bina while placing the last piece down and looking to the blueprints to be sure they had done the job right. “But, if we’re patient? Then we can just do what we like once we get home… if it doesn't take too long..”

“You mean if he really will send us back, or he doesn't find out and try makin’ us do stuff for him.” Bakari scoffed. “I don’t know. Something about Phobia and having a ship like this… it’s like Dejen, but he isn’t half as cunning as Dejen.”

To that extent, Bina seemed to agree. “Phobia doesn't seem to be nearly as devious as Dejen can be on a bad day. But Dejen’s also a swindler, and used to be some big Arabia cutthroat. I think Phobia would have to do a lot to stack up to Dejen’s craftyness.” (end)

So this Dejen, despite not having the ‘Magical dependency’ like the other Stripes, is a lot more cunning, crafty, a swindler and was a threat in Arabia? Thinking over as she knew that the only way to be a ‘big shot’ in ARabia? You had to not only kill a lot of people, but make examples of them, it varies to people like downing ships, or hitting at a city in a time, or even able to do something to garner attention in Arabia. Just how dangerous is this Dejen? For all I know it might be the same as Phobia dangerous...just lesser in a few ways. thought Nibbles as she kept close and muse in thought. (done)

After a moment of consideration, Bakari shrugged, “still… you never know. All it takes is some weird or unlucky thing to happen to make us show our tricks or lose our gem and boom, problem.” Which had Nibbles pause in… confusion. Gem?

Bina sighed and nodded slowly. “And unlike the others… these people might not give them back.” Seeming to rub her arms in slight worry. “As long as we’re carful, and don’t say anything like ussual? We’ll be fine.” Then gramanced, “unless… something like a demon, a fleet of ships or… something just as crazy happens and we have to do something about it.” Making Bakari snort in amusement.

“It’ll happen sis. Like always. We never get a break from crazy.” Said the tomcat while leaning back to look to the ceiling in thought. “Still… it’s getting annoying to be called a ‘teenager’ like we don’t know anything.”

Twisting her face, Bina agreed, “I know we’re not as old as everyone else, but it still feels like their looking down on us because we’re younger.” Walking over to sit by him and lean over to sigh. “I wish Asha was here. At least she understood us when we first came onboard the ship.”

Lifting his head, Bakari said, “she was also wanting to be the village crazy-lady when she’s older.”

Nudging him, Bina said, “hey, she can be one if she’s like. I think it would be funny and fun to have a whitemane be the resident crazy-lady for once. They’re nice, but whitemanes can seem so overly calm and reserved.” Then amended, “I mean, they’re super nice but… you know what I mean.” Making Bakari laugh in agreement. (End)

Annnnd they know a whitemane….wait how would they know a whitemane?! They suppose to stay on the Northern Cornerstone, wait...Asha...Asha…. blinking and thought. WAIT, SHE WENT ONTO THE SHIP, THAT ASHA!? She recalled a few years back, of a odd, but bubbly Whitemane name Asha. She recalled that whitemane leaving the island, and being the first Whitemane to do it to leave and see the world.

But for here...she travel with her black mane cousin, his partner Zuma, and a Striped known as Jumane. But she settled down, then she went on another ship adventure, but she went onto world traveling, she became the first Whitemane to learn from the world and travel to discover various energy and lights that would be given. She recalled that her cousin and some of their original friends went with her, last she heard they were back in the Isles and that Striped got hitched with two pegasus mares.

She place a hand under her chin in concern. If there’s a Asha there, that travel with them...is it off by years time? Maybe...our worlds are similar, but different in the time dilation? Urg, I wish I could ask how old Asha was, that way I had a idea of how long! She took in a silent breath as she thought. Okay think...think….what else is similar to our worlds? (Done)

While the two sat, Bina sighed, “I really did wish Asha came with. I mean, she might not really be our mom, but it was always nice to have her around. Have someone worry over us or give us advice.”

Bakari scoffed with, “also annoying.” And while Bina didn’t want to, she made a face and slightly nodded. “I mean, bonus points for giving us space. She knows we’re just as mature as the adults. But still, she can get a little picky.” Then puffed, “still… I know what you mean. It was nice having her around. Even more to keep guys off of you being our ‘official’ mom.”

“I think we still Felix something for suggesting that to Dejen to keep Taka from marrying me when he was bewitched and when I was trapped by sealing beads.” Bina seemed to shutter at the reminder. “That was the most… creepiest thing to hear once I came out of it. I’m glad Taka’s better and now with Katsume.” then paused to ask, “you… don’t think Taka’s in this world and bewitched to, do you?”

“If he is, I’m not holding back and putin’ him to the next kingdom.” Bakari told with a near sneer. One that became a grin, “Hey, think I could do that? I mean, I tossed him halfway across a city in the holds once, maybe I could see if I can toss him further!” (end)

Okay so….apparently their Asha ‘adopted’ them because of a Herno? Also ‘putin’ him to next kingdom? Look like Bakari might be a lot stronger….maybe could destroy mountains possibly, or able to have the strength to toss someone in the air and...hrmmm I don’t know if this is good or bad. Thinking over that as she thought. Taka, Taka...I never heard that name...Hrmm or Katsume...never heard of either. thought over Nibblesa s she was learning more of these two, but was given more question in return..

And she still doesn’t understand how they don’t notice her. (Done)

“Bakari, that could kill him.” Bina said with a bit of concern.

“Hey, if he’s bewitched? Then he’s got that stupid luck too.” Reminded Bakari.

After a moment’s thought, Bina said, “ok, I guess you’re right.” Concern no longer in place. “I mean, we did ship him off in a crate, buried him behind rubble, had a ship crash on him by accident, once saw him run through a explosion with no scratches--” Then groaned out, “that luck-curse was the stupidest thing to ever put up with.”

“And all because Katsume was possessed by three demons that wanted our power.” Bakari said with some exasperation. “You know, at least we don’t have to deal with Haulani here.” Alarm bells ringing in Nibble’s mind. “I mean, that guy sent demon’s after us non stop. We don’t even have that annoying scarecrow guy after us because we got no bounty here and we probably don’t exist.”

“Oh, that I agree.” Bina sighed out happily. “No Haulani and his bounty-hunting demons. No Scarecrow Kikalim after us.” Another name that Nibbles felt minorly concerned over. “Not even Maltar’s slaver’s or pirates are after us. Or Shimmer Lake!” Then giggled, “you know, maybe we should see this as some vacation instead!” Bakari laughing uproariously and falling off the place he laid-- though still laughed on at the thought. (End)

Okay, calm down Nibbles. Think of the names of least to bad. Shimmer, no idea who, but maybe I’ll figure it out later. Maltar, small time criminal pirate that tries to get at the Isles. Kikalim. Oh wow, last I recall he was in tartarus, and a demon of Greed. Mostly airhead when it comes to money and can be distracted-- but damn dangerous with those runes and is a very good trapper demon and tracker…[/] talking a calm breath as she thought.

Haulani….now that's a name I never thought to hear. A near demon lord, large in size and powerful. Mostly big due to eating mortals alive and whole, more brains than brawns. Influence type of demon in commanding hoards, a mastermind and used any power to squash opposition. Only reason he’s in Tartarus is because one of Camous earlier holders nearly got caught, and got her pissed off and half-killed him before banishing him. she tap her fingers in thought, trying to think...if Haulani wasn’t banish in their world...what could that mean? (done)

Working it over, Nibbles already had a hint. Haulani knew about these two in their world. And he wanted their power. He seemed to be aware of it-- possibly enough so he summoned Kikalim to hunt them down endlessly. The demon was unkillable and only a few things that mostly only spirits knew, could kill a demon like him. These two must of been on the run for a long time, even with their power. But it was clearly enough to put down a trapper demon that even the Celestial Sister’s would be weary of, mostly due to tenacity more than anything else.

And those other names? Maltar and Shimer Lake? Well, she had no clue who the later was. Maltar? She knew of… a little. Mostly from bit’s and pieces from the holds of being a disgraced Minotaur Noble, to Ash mentioning about him working closely with the Skull Crushers. So, some pirate or salver-- maybe both --of a minotaur. Who apparently was also after the two.

They apparently had a eventful life. And from the sounds of it, have been to the Isles to meet whitemane's to know what they were like-- Arabia to some extent, definitely been to the holds… for two fairly young herno? They had apparently traveled a good portion of the world already. (End)

Which meant nearly everyone knew of them...or nearly every species that wanted their power. But this ‘Clan’ seem different. Probably because it had not only a Whitemane, but other's, a odd golem, a Striped that was independent of the magical Chants...maybe more. Nibbles thought over on this more as she would need to talk to Camous when she had time. Or rather when she's done learning more.

Although part of her was still trying to figure out on how they can’t detect her! She would honesty thought by now they would sense her, or detect her spiritual energy, or even...something! But its like they’re...they’re….

She pause as she regarded the two as she thought of a possible reason. They’re deafed, or at least unable to tap into the ‘spiritual’ senses. Thinking a bit more, she knew that Zaki could easily sense her, she knew other Spirits could, even demons and people who were honed and trained in that area. Even the Hernos, even their warriors, could detect her if they tried hard enough.

These two? They barely notice her...or was it because she was masking her self they didn’t notice? That could be the reason why, she consider on that thought as decided to test the theory out, to see if they noticed her at all. She carefully examined the two as they didn’t seem to notice. For a brief moment they were either perk or puffed up as if they sense something...but waved it off and go back to talking normally.

She could tell their bodies were aware of something, but they weren’t able to be aware enough of that ‘feeling’ was. Bakari was treating it as if it was a chill, while Bina was treating it as if she got a static shock from something. Hrm...wonder if Zaki need to teach these two to have better senses. Mostly to detect demons, spirits and whatnots. Would be a lot easier for them to detect intents too, very useful for Zaki at times. (Done)

After making sure his fur wasn’t standing on end, Bakari asked, “so… how long are we going to just… sit around?”

Bina thought it over and told, “give it longer. Maybe… hit the anvil over there or something. We need to make this just long enough to make it believable.” Making her brother to get up and take some scrap and a hammer to do just that. And while he half-heartedly bangs away, Bina asked, “Bakari… do you think we should maybe leave?”

Blinking, Bakari asked while hammering away, “I thought you wanted to stay, why do you want to suddenly just go?”

Twisting her face, Bina said, “well… maybe we can travel to some empty, remote place and train.” Going on, “back on the ship, we barely can. Sure we can meditate, and it helps when Asha does it with us. But we can’t, you know.. Practice.” Then added, “carefully. Our powers just get out of hand back home and-- I want to help the Clan out, Dejen and… everyone in a fight, but one elemental attack and…”

Sighing, Bakari agreed, “yeah… it’s a pain when you’re tryin’ to do three little fireballs-- but instead get a little one, a bigger one and a huge one.” Face slowly twisting up and adding on, “and yeah.. That’s not a bad idea… as long as we’re careful.” Rolling his eyes, “don’t want to make another sandstorm that buried two cities.”

“I think it was close to three.” Bina inputted. “You really kicked up the wind.”

“Hey, it was my first time and I didn't know I could make the wind that strong!” Bakari shot back, “at least I didn’t near wash a coastline away because I freaked out from a little bug.”

“What was I supposed to do!? I was getting over the fact I was swallowed whole by a demon but the day before!” Bina said in slight agitation. “Seeing a normal one on my face when I woke up would've freaked me out like crazy!” (end)

....What? thought Nibbles, staring at the two as….Bakari caused a large enough sandstorm, which is a deadly disaster in Arabia to buried nearly 3 cities, while Bina nearly wash away a coastline-- which was both bad and rare itself. She look to the two as she had a feeling that these two demi-gods were slowly becoming gods...just didn’t know how to control their powers right. And them needing to train...control their abilities...can’t let them leave, mostly for their sake if they’re spotted...what to do, what to do… Nibbles consider it as she was reviewing what she knew.

So far these twins were powerful, they were Yin and Yang, and they seem to work their abilities well when working together...but separate and they were having problems. Tapping her head a bit in thought, Nibbles thought. Okay Nibbles, you’re a old enough spirit to seen a lot of things, and met a lot of people...what wisdom and knowledge you got that could help with these two? They need to practice, but at the same time, I can’t let them stray without anyone realizing what they are...plus I don’t want Phobia to find out about these ‘gem’s...think…

Tapping her head more, the Spirit of Faith was really considering it, what could she supply in helping these two, or know in her long life that could be of use to get these two to stay around-- but it help them do something for their own needs! (done)

Really, she couldn’t straight out do anything until she had their trust. And from the looks of it, they weren't too trusting. Even as the two began to bicker a bit over the issues of controlling their powers-- they seemed to mellow out to agree they need to practice. The only trouble was, they weren't sure if they wanted to leave and risk never going home again.

Working it over, Nibbles thought about it. Once Phobia was done getting his little operation done, and maybe have Mari help out on making him a new arm? They may just leave Equestria and head to Arabia to find that book Camous mentioned before bringing it back to the Demoness to help decipher and understand. And then the Twins would be… gone, possibly.

Maybe, while Phobia was recovering some and making a new arm? She and Zaki could see about getting the two’s trust… and maybe helping them. It was the best they could do. In such a short time, really. (End)

Thinking on it a bit, she nod to this and soon leave out of the room, phasing through the wall as she searched for Zaki. It wasn't as hard as she would thought, as she found Zaki, with Roc by her side, having a discussion with Mari and to her surprised Scrappy. They were in a dining area as she appeared by and asked. “What you all are talking about?”

Zaki nearly jump as Roc quickly turn his head in a tense motioned before settling down. Scrappy turning his head as he responded. “Spirit Nibbles, we are currently discussing of the operation of the replacement parts.” Looking to Zaki as he said. “You were saying?”

Zaki took a calming breath as she nodded and glance to Nibbles, then look to the Vixen and mechanical golem. “Yes, as I was saying, we would need to put Phobia to sleep, as we would need to undo all of the metal that's attached to his flesh, which will hurt alot if he's awake. Then we would need to cleanse what we can of any negative side-effects his body had to the best of our ability.”

“Then,” taking in a breath to ease her self of the thought. “We would need to put on the Herno Steel and attach it to his flesh and…. Put in whatever we can to ensure the steel is connected into his body.” then added. “After that? He would need assistance for at least 2 weeks. He cannot move too much, and can’t work that often. Maybe need help in eating without a arm, or even bathing. I also need him to rest and not work too hard, as his body will need to get adjusted to not only the operation, but of the new material to let it heal.” (done)

Nodding, Mari told, “talk to Phob, and work on seals.” Smiling some to tell, “we most great idea. Scrap alter prints to help. New metal for body, mostly one piece. All sealed. Make seals on outside, act as ‘co-nec-tion’ to arm. Safely remove arm, no harm parts that no be in Phob.” Smiling all the more brightly. “Arm just tool. Plates of body.” And while it was butchered up, they slightly understood. The parts the Twins were making would be part of phobia-- and leave no openings like the old model. It would be sealed off. And the new seals or enchantments? They would act as the new ‘inbetween’ to work the arm, without needing to plug in parts to the body itself. (end)

“That, is very helpful, it would not only mean we would need to replace those parts, but ensure that Phobia won’t be affected by chance.” said Zaki as she did however insisted. “But it would be best if he did rest for 2 weeks. Even if it won’t be fully connected to him? His body will need to recover a bit from the potential blood loss and getting adjusted from not having a piece of metal attached to his body.”

“Zaki,” spoke Roc as he glance to her. “Can’t we magic or use herbs to boost him up to health?”

“Normally I would agree.” nod Zaki as she raise a hoof. “But this type of work, mostly with prosthetic is different from just a body with normal limbs. We’re talking about actual metal, no flesh, no blood, nothing biological. And even if we aren’t attaching it onto his body? His body need time to heal, or recover from not having the metal dug into his flesh. I would say 1 week, but I want it 2 to be on the safe side, since it’s been years since he had that arm checked or replaced.”

She did however had to ask to Mari. “Are you sure the sealing seals and the runics won’t get in each other way? From what I could understand of that form of magic, it requires symboles, lines and markings. Wouldn’t the two different types of magic cause issues for one another?” (Done)

Shaking her head, Mari told, “Minotaurs use runics, we kitsune learn how to work around with Seals. Ways to alter, subvert, manipulate. Am master to art, know work well.” Then assured to Zaki, “Unknown to you, but I know seals best. Learned them all life. From as young kit, to grown vixen. Can do it, Phob help much in knowing what deal with.” (End)

Nibble nod in agreement, she did however ask in amusement. “Is there another reason you want him to not do much for two weeks?”

Scrappy however informed. “Healer Zaki believes with nothing much to do, Phobia will take the time to ease his body and his mind of stress, and to encourage him to work on a unique task for himself.” then went on to say. “I am in agreement with this plan, as I have noticed his stress levels of his DSC syndrome has slowly decreased into the 65%, and if progress continued as normal, will reach into possibly 50% as Mari will be assisting him in all things.”

Nibbles grin as she tease to Mari. “All things eh? Even cuddling in bed with him~?” (done)

Mari seemed to say, “important. If he were to suffer in rest, but be stubborn to get up, must be there to ensure he no bleed, or be in duress.” (end)

“Uhuh.” playfully said Nibbles, as she look to Zaki and said. “Hey Zaki, mind if we talk later? I found out something important.” Seeing Zaki nod, Nibbles glance around and ask. “Say, where is Phobia, is he doing some repairs?”

“Negative, he is currently making a design for me to have a upgrade chassis.” spoke Scrappy as Roc glance and asked.

“Upgrade? Why would you need one?”

“Because I do not wish to look like a rusted junk dog anymore.” told Scrappy as for a moment they almost thought they herad a flat tone in the golem voice. “We have much resources, I believe Phobia can craft a new model for my core to enter inside. He is making it, so when he does get through the operation, he will know what to do while he rests.” Nibbles nod as she move and said.

“I’ll check on the twins, why don’t you all head to the medical ward, and one of you bring Phobia. I’m sure they’re done by now.”

“Well alright, Nibbles.” said Zaki as she got off her seat, the Spirit moving to the forge door, zooming by and phasing through walls as she came to the door and knock on it as she said.

“Hey guys, how’s progress?” (Done)

There was some clattering, and Nibbles thought she heard something fall. But when the door opened, Bakari to told while holding up the box full of the parts made some time back, “done.” Bina seeming to be ‘cleaning’ up from their ‘work’. (end)

Uh-huh, yeah get use to pretending. thought Nibbles as she said with a grin. “Thanks.” taking the box as she said. “Maybe after we’re done with Phobia operation, we can have some tea and drink?” figuring to give a offer, and to see if she can prod and talk to the two on getting some training...or at least give a olive branch to gain their trust. (done)

“That would be nice.” Bina seemed to say as she joined her brother’s side, “Bakari and I don’t have much to do around the ship, and it can get a bit… stale?”

“Boring, I think the words called boring.” Bakari told with crossed arms. “We’d do something but… well, there ain’t much to do around here.” (End)

“Well when I’m done helping Zaki, then maybe we can enjoy some more tea and chat a bit. Maybe throw around some ideas or just chatting on anything.” Then Told with amuse tone. “Come by the medical bay in a hour or two, we should be done with the operation.” Floating off as she consider to give Zaki a quick run down, mostly to give her a idea of what they could teach the Twins, or let them know on the difference between spirits and demons.

After two hours and sending Phobia with Mari, Zaki and Nibbles clean up and moved the old parts from Phobia shoulder as the medical bay. Once they were done, they made a set of tea, mostly to wait for Bina and Bakari to come by and talk.Nibbles considered on trying to get the Twins to open up, possibly try to have some sort of communication going for them, maybe help them lower their guard once they know she’s a Spirit...or at least a Spirit of Faith. Mostly since those of Faith aren’t interested in power or strength.

Then again she doubt they wouldn’t know since most people understood the difference between a Spirit and a demon...but on another hand, she wasn’t sure if they knew as it wasn’t common knowledge, and either she had to tell someone, or the person in question was taught to be a healer, or a shaman, or something else. In either case, if they didn’t knew? She would have to tell them and hopefully let them lower their guard down around her and Zaki and trust the two of them to help the Twins to the best of their ability. (Done)

As Zaki got the tea placed down, the table ready and all the little things set, they waited. It didn’t seem that the two were in a rush to meet them, and when they eventually did come through the door, only Bina seemed polite enough to smile. Bakari looked like he could of really cared less.

The power the two had seemed to have calmed, Nibbles noticed. No longer was it fluctuating in a near want to burst, though all the same it still seemed a little more active than it normally was. Bina was the first to as, while getting herself sat down, “How’s Phobia, did the Operation go alright? All the parts fitting like they should?” (end)

Smiling Zaki Nodded. “Yes, with thanks to Mari, and with Nibbles here? We got most of the metals out and treated the shoulder. Phobia has a new covering with the parts you made, and is currently resting with Mari assisting him.”

Nibbles giggled out as she Joke. “She's planning to be Phobia ‘personal’ nurse for the next two weeks.” Going on to add. “He does need someone to keep a eye on him, mostly for both him adjusting to the metal, and his body recovering from us flushing out what poison and toxins were clinging to him.” (Done)

Bina gave a nod, and bakari took to sitting down a bit more to the side, less proper thn his sister had and got himself however comfortable he liked. While he eyed the tea, Bina said, “well, I just wanted to ask. Bakari might be confident, but, it doesn't hurt to ask.”

“You worry too much, sis.” Waved off Bakari. “We had it done right, and you even did your extra-checks on the metal. It was fine.” (end)

“That it was,” Agreed Zaki. “It was the best we could hope for, as the metal seem to settle during the operation, but it’s too soon to say of its effects till I check on him again.”

Nibbles nod, she soon however look to the two and asked. “I know this seem to be out of the blue, but neither of you reacted when we first met. So I’m going to be blunt, do you know what a Ascendant Spirit is?” (Done)

They thought on it with Bina saying, “no, not really…” Seeming unsure how to approach the question.

Bakari gave the Spirit a look and said, “arn’t you just some dead person?” (end)

Zaki let out a sigh as she rub her forehead. “Why do they always say that?”

Nibbles snort in amusement, as she told. “Well you're half-right. I think I’m a dead person, but that’s not the exact term.” Going on to explain. “Ascendant Spirits, are those who made a huge impact in their mortal time and ascendant to be a new Spirit. You know warriors who fought and died in battle be Spirit Of Courage or Duty. Or scholars who made a impact in something become Spirit Of Knowledge or Intellect— Basically there’s spirits for specific things or Virtures. But sometimes Spirits are ‘born’ out of landscape, it’s a complicated thing so I’m not going too deep there.” Then Told.

“Point is, think of us Ascendant Spirits as the opposite of demons.” Then amend. “Or rather...their enemies in all technicality.” (Done)

“You sure about that?” Aske Bakari, “I don’t think hanging out with that other demoness proves that much.” (end)

“I’m the exception.” Dryly Told Nibbles, “the only reason I’m buddy with her, is because our former holders back in a millennium got hitched. I’ve learn to, expand my horizon in views. Since most Spirits look at things black and white, and in most cases try not to meddle in the mortal realm.”

“Plus you’ve learn to tolerate someone after hanging out with them for a rather long time...eventually.” (Done)

“Uh-huh…” Was Bakari’s slightly doubtful tone. Still not seeming too convinced on Nibble’s words, but seeming to just let them be.

Bina sighed to that, but seemed to tell, “We’ve never really met spirits.” Then thought on, “well, we’ve met a few dead ones, but they were just ghosts. And we only saw them in one place, so… we don’t exactly have experience with ‘Ascendant Spirits’.” (end)

“Most don’t,” Said Nibbles. “Those that do are holders of a Spirit object, or are in tune in the spiritual sense. Even then, they rarely interfere in the mortal realm. The most they do is interact with a holder, or work in the backgrounds.”

She motioned a hand to the two. “There’s probably tons of Ascendant Spirits at your world, but they keep to the side lines.”

“And those that you might meet by chance?” Added Zaki. “Will always greet themselves as ‘the Spirit Of’ whatever Spirit they are. They don’t usually have names….or even name themselves to be honest.”

Nodding, Nibbles Told. “Ascendant Spirits don’t remember their actual name, or make their own names at first, most of them just use whatever Spirit they are, which can be annoying if you got multiplied Spirits with the same title.”(Done)

Bakari lifted a brow but said, “ok, sure…” Then asked, “so… why did you want to see us?” Going on to tell, “I mean… it’s not like you talk to us much or nothin’. And you just… want to just chill with us out of the blue?” And while Bina didn’t seem to voice it, they could tell she was also curious as well. (End)

Rolling her eyes, Nibbles said. “Admitally, the reason I wanted to talk to you two, is for you to chat with someone at least. As well as maybe give you a idea on a difference between Ascendant Spirit and a demon. Plus I actually to ask something from your place.” then look to the two as she ask. “Or rather the difference between our world and yours. Since I want to confirm on the differences.” (done)

“Like what?” Asked Bakari with a indifferent gaze. “I mean, it’s not like we’d have a good idea what’s different here from there. Sure there’s a few stuff, but apparently it don’t seem to matter much.”

To clarify, Bina said, “someone we know, Dejen, isn’t around. He was known throughout Arabia and a bit in other places as Death’s Gambler.” Then went on, “There was a town, Humilit that was brought back up from ruin-- but here it’s abandoned and forgotten. And in the Isles there was something called ‘the Wheel of Sight’, and it apparently doesn't exist here.” (end)

“Well that is true, but we do have something called Sigil Tower…” said Zaki as she frown and asked. “But how did you know of the defense system like that?”

Nibbles however explain. “A golem like person name Felix.” then soon said. “I’m going to stretch out on a limb here, and say that your ‘Clan’ is unusual, and have various species within it, right?” looking at the two as she was looking for any signs as she asked. “Do you by chance, have a Lion or Lioness in your group?” (Done)

“We’re not really part of the clan.” Bina seemed to correct, making the two have a odd look. “Well, Dejen likes to say we are, but, Bakari and I don’t really consider ourselves part of the clan. We just… sort of live with them.” Then went on, “and… there’s actually three. A blackmane Lioness and her cub. And Asha, a white mane that has been acting like our mom.” Making Zaki perk to this, eyes a bit wide.

Bakari snorted, “but, she ain’t really our mom.” Waving a hand to tell, “only reason she adopted us was because my Sis got enchanted by some magic-bead necklace by a witch, who was helping Taka-baka. Taka actually being cursed and enchanted by the same witch and wanted to marry my dazed-mind controlled sis-- and turned out that the old hag was a Herno priestess that got possessed by three demons that wanted immortality or somthin’.”

While both Spirit and Zebra blinked a bit, Bina decided to tell, “it’s a… long story.” (end)

While Zaki hum to this, Nibbles hum and nod as she glance to Zaki as she was taking this, mostly at the fact that Asha was apparently their ‘mother’. Nibbles look to the two as she asked. “And how old is Asha in your world?” (Done)

Both thought it over with Bina saying, “I think she’s in her 20’s?” Looking to her brother to admit, “we never actually asked.” The tomcat shrugging along as if to agree. “Why?” turning back to look to Nibbles. (end)

“Because we got a Asha here, but she’s a leading member of the Whitemanes, and a seer in her own right.” looking to the two as Zaki added. “She's about 25 years old here with her own Pride.” (done)

Both Twins traded a look, but Bakari said, “ok, and… so?” Seeming unsure what this meant for them. (End)

Nibbles sigh as she said. “There's a possibility, there's a ‘time dilution’ between our worlds as far as I can gather. Because if there’s a Asha in your world? There's one for our world, meaning there’s a ‘double’ for everyone in both of our worlds, but with a difference of 3 years at least…” then frown and said. “But yet...there’s no information on Dejen, or Felix, any others in our world here.” placing a hand under her chin in thought.

She glance to the two as she added. “And now that I think about it...there's no Hernos with your fur color. I’ve seen a lot of Herno in my existence, I’ve seen a lot of species. But you two? You two look similar to the cheetahs in fur color-- but no Herno have the same fur or shortness of fur as most of them live in the Holds. Which means...there’s no ‘Bina’ or ‘Bakari’ that exist here.” (done)

The Twins gave a glance to the other, and as if to go out on a limb? Bakari asked, “what about a rabbit inventor in the lower holds?” Getitng looks from them. “Her name’s Rah-Rah?” (end)

“Doesn’t exist.” told Nibbles quickly. “No species like that existed.” (done)

“A kitsune treasure hunter and archaeologist named Miko?” Asked Bina. (End)

“None.” answered Nibbles. “The Kitsunes don’t focus on archaeology often, or treasure seeking. It doesn’t fit into their teachings and prefer to steal from others in the now, then go grave robbing.” (Done)

They seemed to think before Bakari asked, “what about Shiftlings?” Which brought a new bout of confusion. (end)

Nibbles brow furrow, thinking a bit… then slowly shook her head. “Sound similar to the Changelings but...in all of my time, I never heard of a species like that before.” (Done)

Nibbles heard a slight something under Bakari’s breath, but Bina seemed to talk over him to make it too hard to make out. “So… there’s not just things missing but… people too? That just… aren't here?” (End)

“Or rather, they don’t exist in the first place.” told Nibbles as she consider it. “Because if such people existed? Then I’ve would of heard about it, or other Spirits or demons would take notice of such people. Even more people would talk about such unique individuals, as they would be extraordinary and don’t fit in the ‘mold’ of a species or race. Like this ‘Dejen’ for example, the Stripes would never venture out in Arabia, as they would stick to the Isles. For him to be ‘Death Gambler’?” thinking a bit in thought.(done)

Bina corrected, “Dejen says he was born there.” (end)

“That is a lie.” told Nibbles, looking to the two as she said. “Stripes would never let one of their own live outside of the Isles, even more if a female is expecting child. The only way that could happen is if his parents were Exiled, or he was lying through his teeth…” then both Nibbles and Zaki noticed neither look as shock as Nibbles remarked. “You noticed it was a lie, huh?” (Done)

With a odd, but sort of ‘I figured’ shrug, Bina nodded along. Bakari only said with a scoff, “the guy gambles, swindles and dupes people into buying garbage-- we hardly believe every little thing he tells us.” (end)

Zaki frown as she told. “Then he might never lived with Stripes at all.”

“But what I don’t understand, is why there are people in your world, and none here?” said Nibbles in thought. “What is the major difference between our world and yours beside the 3 year time difference?” thinking over as the cat was really trying to figure it out. Why would there be extraordinary people that were in their world, but not in Nibbles own? It didn’t make sense, its as if something was fishy here.

Thinking a bit, she soon asked. “Any idea when they started becoming known in your world?” (done)

The two Twins only shrugged, as if they had no idea. Something that was odd for Nibbles, since they seemed to always respond. Why not say anything for once, they both wanted to know who was missing… and now that she thought about it, all those they mentioned were missing. Something she would of waved off, it not for the fact that… two of the mentioned would of been less noteworthy. A random Treasure hunter Kitsune-- and a supposed Engineer that possibly kpe to some workshop. What set them apart from the many others that could of been on this ship Dejen had? (End)

What are they hidding? thought Nibbles as she asked. “Whats the difference between them...and the other's with you're ship?” (Done)

Seeming stumped, the Twins seemed to give a monir glance to the other, telling Nibbles she was indeed onto something. “Nothin’ particular.” Bakari shrugged off. “Jus’ figured they’d be here or somthin’. Like Asha since, you know, she’s here.” (End)

Nibbles look to them as she said. “Asha may be in this world and doing well in the Isles, but the same might not happen for those on the ship of yours. Due to either fate, or possibly intervention of those missing in this world? I can say that whatever influence they had in your world? Would not apply to this world as while there might be other's here that seem like people you know? They may either be different, or dead.” (done)

“Aaaaaannd… this matters?” Asked Bakari in confusion. (end)

“Well it matters, in a sense because we might encounter them, or might not during the trip.” told Nibbles as she went on. “Plus...it matters in a way, since there might be a difference between our worlds. Or rather...how much influence is altered.” thinking a bit as to explain it. “For example….you two. You two are different from most Hernos I’ve met. You have different fur color, are not the normal Herno, and seem to rather unique in your own way.” (done)

Bina shrugged said, “we really can’t explain that. We didn’t have much of a history with anyone and have been… well, just drifting around.” Going on to admit, “Bakari and I were orphans pretty much. We hardly knew our parents, we don’t really remember what they looked like.”

Bakari added in, “we just had the other and no one else. So…. even if there were a extra pair of us? Probably jus’... I don’t know, wandering?” Not seeming to sure. (end)

Uh huh...yeah I don’t believe that. thought Nibbles as she knew if there were anything like these two here? They would be noticed a lot more faster by Spirits, Demons, and other creatures. However she decided to relent for now on the questioning and changed subject as she glance to see Zaki sipping her tea, trying to ease her mind and not get a headache from this talk of ‘alternate worlds’.

“Anyway, there was admitally another reason for you two to come by.” looking to the two as she said. “Mostly for Zaki to have a check up with you two, and to give you a suggestive offer on training with us on, well….using your senses in a way.” (done)

The two gave odd looks to hat, and Bina asked, “senses.” Not sure what was being implied. (end)

Zaki spoke in to clarify. “You’re sixth sense, or spiritual sense in some terms.” going on to full detail as she motioned a hoof to herself. “I’m a practitioner of both Shamanism, and Prosperity magic. I’ve been taught to expand my senses with my spiritual sense. Like detecting when something is wrong.”

“Most species,” put in Nibbles. “Have this sense by nature, most call it their ‘gut senses’. But its in fact a untapped ability most have, but unable to fully use either due to teaching, or are unable to use properly.” then thought and set a example. “Its like...when your body feel something is off, like a cold chill, or your body is poof up.” (done)

With a long groan, Bakari said, “okay, okay, we get in.” Sounding a bit annoyed as he told, “and we can’t do it.” Something that had Zaki tilting her head. “We’ve already tried.”

Breathing in, Bina sighed out, “when we were still drifting, a Kitsune clan found us and… well, they sort of adopted us. And we lived with them, trained with them too. Part of just living with them.” Then shook her head. “One of their lesions was ‘feeling intent’. Bakari and I couldn’t do it, and when one of their masters looked us over…”

Bakari bluntly told, “Apparently Me and my sis are too ‘spiritually imbalanced’ to sense things right.” (end)

Looking to them, Zaki said. “That’s a bit hard to take in, most species could notice something, even if they aren’t trained.”

Nibbles however thought back when the two were working together in sync, then glance to the two and asked carefully. “Did they teach you both one at a time...or at the same time together?” (done)

“At the same time at first.” Bina admitted, “but since we were so imbalanced, they figured to teach us separately. But, we never got any progress. And… well, we never found out if there would be any.” Glancing to the side to tell, “they were… wiped out half a year later by pirates. We were the only survivors.” (end)

While Nibbles thought to this in heavy consideration, Zaki soon asked. “Perhaps I should try and ‘feel’ you two in your auras? I might try to see what this ‘imbalance’ is myself.” then closed her eyes, focusing on the two auras as she could feel something from both. There was nothing at first…

Then she felt something from the two, Bina was filled with pure brimming...energy, as was her brother. But yet...there was something odd with both energies. With Bina, Zaki could feel energy of a female, of a dark and passive touch….it was rather cold with how her energy moved, almost like a stream.

While Bakari was the opposite, he was a male, of course-- but his energy was filled with bright light, constantly moving and felt like a burning flame. Or a active volcano in a sense. Zaki slowly spoke. “You're both...have two different auras covering you. Bina your aura is like, a stream of water, cold and dark, a passive sense that moved in time. Bakari you're is the opposite… hot, burning like a molten volcano as its moving around you in bright light.” (done)

Leaning back a little, Bakari said, “yeah, that sounds about right.” Making Zaki opened her eyes to regard the two, they seemed greatly aware of this fact. “The guy that looked us over said I’m just straight up Yang energy, and my Sis in straight up Yin. Somthin’ about too much and…”

Rolling her eyes, Bina told, “Herno’s apparently need to have some balance in them to do certain things. And one of those things is to sense the world. Because Bakari has so much Yang, it throws everything to one side. Same for me and my Yin, everything is just… thrown to one side. We can’t balance because… well, we are just filled with only a half of what we’re supposed to have.” (End)

While Zaki furrow her brows, trying to take this in and think on the fact both of them had ‘too much’ energy for this ‘Yin/yang’ thing? Nibbles hum as she stroke her chin a bit. “Its been a looooong time since I heard talks like that.” thinking a bit in her long ‘life’, the Spirit of Faith look to the two as she asked. “Did you talk with any Ophenu about this?” (done)

Nodding, Bina told, “when we traveled, we did meet a temple and asked for a bit of help.” MAking a face and told, “but… well, they mentioned that if we both wanted balance? We needed to come to terms of letting go of what we hold closest. And only when we give it up to the other, will we unlock our truest strength.”

Bakari shrugged and admitted, “only thing that made sense with us, since Bina and me are the only thing we hold ‘dear’ I guess.” Then made a face, “but… giving… to the other.” Both making faces. “Yeah, I don’t think that’s gonna happen. Don’t sound right.” (End)

Nibbles made a face, and thought to that. No way the Ophenu meant something like that….but what else could they mean? thinking a bit, she glance to the stones subtly as she asked in a curious tone. “Do you think they meant anything else? Like material possession or something?” (done)

Bina shook her head and said, “we haven’t figured it out, and honestly? Bakari and I sort of just left it behind.” Her brother thinking on it and tapping his cheek. “And it’s not like we have any real material possessions. All we have are our cloths, really.” Bakari soon shifting and crossing his arms, seeming to really ponder a thought. (end)

Nibbles pointed out. “What about those stones you got?” (done)

It was a off comment, but it touched a nerve with the two. Bina hand was quick to grab her red stone, and Bakari’s hand balled up, eyes up near cautiously. Bina was the one to hesitantly say, “well….” wanting to say something, but not sure what to say. (end)

Raising a brow, Nibbles told. “Relax you two, I was just commenting. Since it’s the only thing beside the clothes you got…” then soon remarked. “But you two seem to hold those stone rather close-- maybe that's what the Opehnu meant?” (done)

When the two looked to the other, there was a clear hesitance. Uncertain if they wanted to even do what was being suggested. For Zaki, it was as if the idea of giving the other’s stone to their sibling could work, or make things worse. (end)

Zaki soon spoke in. “Maybe Nibbles is right.” looking to them as she admit. “The Ophenu are known to give cryptic, but simplistic responses once you figure what they meant. You two hold each other dear as twins, right? And the only thing you hold dear beside each other? Are those stones. So maybe...if you ‘let go’ of the stones to each other, you could unlock your ‘true strength’.” (done)

While they seemed unsure, the Twins seemed to nod and at least try it. Though they seemed still a touch nervous to undo their necklaces, holding the stone tight in hand to pass them to the other. Not one moment were they not touching their stone, right before they exchange them at near the same moment.

Nibbles though, felt a shift that made her skin almost tingle. And she was shure Zaki felt it too, even if to a lesser extent. It was like a large portion of one energy just swapped with the other’s. And when the two put on the other’s stone, there was a definite ‘rebalance’, in a sense. No longer were the two ‘fluxing’ in Nibbles senses, in fact they seemed to stabilize and settle much more properly. (end)

Whistling, Nibbles told to the two. “You two seem more stabilized and settle. I could feel my skin almost tingle-- which never happened before.” then grin out. “Looks like Zaki was right, while the Ophenu can be cryptic? Their words are rather simplistic once you figured it out.” then asked. “So, how do you two feel?” (Done)

They thought on it and Bina said, “the… same?”

Bakari seemed to agree, “I don’t feel much different.” Seeming to self-reflect a moment. “I mean… I don’t think I feel different…”

It was something a bit confusing to hear for the two, and even watched the Twins move their arms or flex their hands, trying to find anything. Bina shrugged. “We’re not sure if anything changed.” (End)

Nibbles thought, figuring that if they use their abilities? They might noticed. But seeing as they were in the medical bay, she consider it was better to not suggest that, so she soon asked. “So, if you want, we could try out a bit on those teachings that I mention?” giving a light shrug. “Mostly to see if you two are able to uses your senses fully now than before.” (done)

Though Nibbles really did wonder what significance does Stones really held. Even as the two seemed to consider it, for the life of herself, Nibble’s couldn't figure out what was so special about those stones. They looked fairly normal and mudain enough as they were. And yet, there was a large swap in energies.

Bina soon admitted, “maybe… but didn’t you also want a checkup.” And went on to tell Bakari, “it is important.”

“Comon’ sis, we already had one by Susumu back on the ship.” told Bakari, “and he knows herno’s best. And we had Asha also hanging over our shoulders about it-- we’re fine!” (End)

Nibbles however reminded. “You do remember you’re in a alternate world, where neither this Susumu, or Asha are on the ship, right?” Looking to the two as she went on. “Plus, better be safe than sorry, especially since we don’t know what might happen during the switch for you two and our Hernos.” (done)

Bakari grumbled and Bina rolled her eyes while standing up. “Relax, we can just get it over with and be out before you have to put up with anything else.” Then looked to Zaki to smile, “I’ll make sure he stays and keeps around for it.” (end)

Nodding, Zaki finished her tea as she got off the seat and soon said. “I’ll start with Bakari then, as he’ll want to get this over with.”

Although while Zaki was starting to examine him and does her work, Nibbles was musing on what she learn so far. As far as she was aware of, the stones aren’t that special, they don’t hold any aura and don’t seem to give much noticed...But yet as the Twins switched them, they had...well, a sort of ‘rebalance’. Nibbles didn’t understand how or why...but at the same time, maybe it had to do with them being Demi-gods? Them needing the stones for some reason, granted she didn’t knew how yet.

But given time she would figure it out. She glance to the two in musing as she saw Bina nose feeling a twitch, she gave a slight ‘achoo!’ and then, a instant windstorm, causing things to fly, fall over and wind to just blow all over. Zaki flinch as she closed her eyes, while Nibbles blinked in surprise as she stare at Bina. (done)

Bina looked on near horrified, if not shocked. And even as things calmed, a few things clattering to the ground, dishes rolling and even a few set’s of hair all wind-swept, Bakari was the first to say in utter shock, “that’s new…” (End)

Zaki blink her eyes, then felt despair as she spoke. “My medical supplies…” seeing a few jars broke open, a couple of books scatter around, and papers everywhere as Bina spoke a ‘sorry’ in a mixture of meek and embarrassed. Nibbles sigh as she rub her forehead as she said.

“Well, looks like you both need to control the other energy and abilities apparently. Maybe you both should consider training the other on how to control,” seeing the two looking at Nibbles with high suspicions as she said in amusement while Zaki look confuse. “Remember when I mention on ‘sixth sense’? I notice your auras when I met you two. While I may not know about you two, I know enough that you two are really special in your own rights.” then tease.

“Side, you can’t exaclty hide it when Bina just let out a whirlwind with a simple sneeze.” (Done)

Bakari only glared and said, “you were spying on us.” A very clear accusation there. And while bina wasn’t sure on how to comment on the situation, Bakari went on. “You make it sound like we had more, so it means you were spying on us eilier, wern’t you?” More than ready to get up and confront her over it. (end)

Letting out a breath Nibbles floated down to his eye level and confess. “Yep. to be honest I was surprised either of you sensed me, but I figured you two didn’t had training to detect spirits, demons, and other beings like most.” then told with a shrug. “I get it, you don’t trust anyone here, you two are suspicious of everyone you meet-- but I mean well and for good purposes. I’m a Spirit of Faith, we’re known mostly for spiritual purposes, Bakari.”

“Right now, you probably want to call me a hypocrite, and whatever comes out of your mouth, but I’m telling the full and 100% truth, I want to help you two while you’re here. Because if I could sense your auras, then so could other's. It's why I suggested the whole training, so you could be able to noticed certain spirits if they come close.” then added. “Plus, can you blame me? You two are basically demigods, we rarely get those around here.” (done)

Both tensed, and even Zaki stopped her slow cleanup to prick her ears to that. As well as to give both of the Herno’s a glance, the siblings seeming a little unsure if they wanted to move or say anything. (end)

Sighing, Nibbles scratch the side of her head. “Yeah, Yeah, I know. How could I noticed? Again, I’m a old Spirit, plus a certain friend notice too.” then look to the two. “Look I get it, right now? You don’t trust me, you don’t trust anyone here. Fine, understandable, I don’t blame you 100%. But I am here to help you two, as both a Spirit of Faith and someone that really wants to help with good intentions.” then told on.

“And before you call out I’m friend with a demoness and say I’m being hypocritical or something, let me remind you,” raising a finger to add specifically to Bakari. “She is the one that gave us a idea of helping you two get back to your world. And frankly, I trust her word than let Phobia mess with the Dark Crystal and with that teleport contraption he got. You two want to go home, right? So at least trust me enough to be assured I want to help you get back to the people you trust a bit more than the people here right now.” (Done)

Snapping out of it, Bakari said, “there’s something called lying, look it up.” Still glaring at her.

Getting out of her own shock and looking about the room, Bina asked, “Bakari, can we… figure that out later.” Making him give her a questioning look. “I think Zaki needs our help cleaning this all up.”

“But!” Bakari motioned to the spirit.

“We can figure things out later.” Bina sighed out, “and… I do feel bad I caused this to happen.” Bending down to start picking things up. (end)

“Ah...thank you.” Said Zaki as she was trying to gather her papers as she gave a unsure look to not only the Twins, but to Nibbles as the Spirit roll her eyes as she move to help. She however knew that she would have a long talk with the two...if they didn’t decide to run out of the ship and head off to who knows where. But she figure that they might not do that yet, not with knowing that in a sense?

Nibbles was right, their closest means of returning home was with the ship, and with the knowledge Camous gave of that one mage work in Arabia. However she just hope that they both can be calm enough to understand that she was trying to help them, even if it didn’t seem that way.