Arabian Swindler

In the past two months, things change a lot for Mitego. With the nations having to deal with Arbin, Gouson, and the deteriorating slaver empire. Without Jubali to help prop it up like before? It was falling shambles on its own. Although he heard from the expanding radio tower of much information, even finding Yuovi clan members. There was a high chance one of them was Susumu sweetheart, so Dejen kept his ear on that on what was going on.

He also dealt with that horse, after some ‘talkings’ and Johari biting the horse? The horse spill on everything, to which Dejen send information to the other's, and then let Johari eat the horse-- mostly for both spite and letting Johari get some food. As well as letting Enola suck the guy dry if she wanted.

But he had to enjoy some time off, with Mercy deciding to get a egg from him of a Queen, Windy developing a bit on her own. And spending far more time with Yusuhu as he was learning more of her tongue and she was learning more of common. Although he swore there was something more as they spent more time, but he figure she was getting to know him far better with their time with cards and out of the ship.

Although the same was said for other's, with Debt and Myun spending some quality time. Enola was talking with Asha on some stuff, and Gabriel seeming to talk bit here and there, some bad luck happen-- but nothing too serious. He heard from the Holds things improvement and some Yuovi members were being dropped off, apparently word of mouth spread around and bit by bits were popping up to Humilti.

Which was good in Dejen mind, even more as the ship was restocked, refuel and worked over a bit.

But Dejen was sure Dadisi had something planned for the Striped, seeing as he did deliver the head of Jubali to the Blackmane, almost raising a brow.

It made Dejen wonder...until he was given a letter. One from Farin on meeting in ponyville. Which was odd...but Dejen told the other's and they figure to go check it out. They had to use the Innovation, as it would get them there quick. And after a day or two reaching to Ponyville, they let the ship land far enough to act as a base, use a Ketch and flew towards to Ponyville. And headed to Twilight castle for something ‘important’. (done)

A large number that came along-- mostly as they were called on by name, weren't really sure of why they were called. The Twins gave hushed whispers, Rah-Rah half fidgitted, Debt and Mynu mostly chatted lightly… Dejen really took a moment at who was all coming. It was odd that Windy was asked to come along, but he didn’t question it too much.

Once they landed, Dejen took notice that his ship wasn’t the only one there. There were a few others. Some well made, other’s half-a-mess and even one that was more to the tech-level of the world they lived on. But he and those of his clan got off the Ketch and walked to the Castle. Going through the doors that were left open and found an unusual sight.

Johari was the first to observe, “Farin forgot to tell us something.” Tibia taking to hidden semi-close to her mother while the other former humans and those close to them were also waiting inside.

“I’ll say.” Rah-Rah said while looking around. “Where’s Farin? Or even Twilight?”

“Dejen.” Heads turned and found Semor walking up, an amused smile in place as he asked, “I will assume that you too also received a cryptic message to come here by one Princess’s summoning?” (end)

“Yep,”confirm Dejen as he said. “And odds are its either Princess Twilight, the two sisters wanting to talk to us-- or its a trap.” going on to add. “Personally I think its a trap.”

“Everythings a trap to you when its cryptic messages.” told Mercy as she lightly knocked his side as Dejen said.

“Well with how cryptic it was? It seem rather suspicious, even less there was no means to make sure it wasn’t a secret message or something.” (done)

Semor hummed to that and soon told, “well, if it makes you feel better, take it from me that it was Farin that sent the letter.” Going on to flurish a gloved ahnd, “magic leaves a very perculer feeling upon being used. I can tell who it was to cast such an intresting spell like that magical-mail sort.”

“Uh-huh.” Bakai said doubtfully before asking, “why are you here again?”

“Besides the letter?” Asked Semor, “call it curiosity. I don’t get summoned by a princess that often. If anything, this is my third summons in my time here. So as you may tell, very rare.” And while Dejen wanted to question that, he noticed someone coming down. Actually, there were a number of someone’s coming down from the upper steps.

The first being Farin, who had Eydis and Serena behind her. The faun smiled and nodded to those below, even giving a greeting to Cosmo and Hayami. Eydis and evn Serena taking to another part of the area so full of people. Then, not long after came Twilight. And she wasn’t alone.

She had her friends there, even that Starlight pony. Each one took to standing behind her as Twilight cleared her voice. People hushed and looked up as she smiled, “Thank you all for coming.” And looked about those below. “For those of you who don’t know? I am Princess Twilight Sparkle. And I wanted to personally welcome you all here.”

While a few were confused to that, Twilight looked to Pinkie and nodded, the pony mare giddily racing to grab and pull a rope, causing a banner to come down. Quite a large portain of the room gave looks up at the ‘Welcome Humans from another reality!’ banner. And while they tried to work this over, or even figure out how Twilight found out, the mare went on.

“I have heard about you all, and about how you all were dropped off here, in Equis.” Spoke on the youngest princess of Equestria. “I know that being dropped off in a new world can be hard, but I wanted to have you all here to both greet you all to my home… and to also say, thank you.” Smiling as she went on. “Thank you on behalf of every creature of my home.”

While a few wern’t sure how to take that, Twilight went on. “Eydis told me about you all being here.” A number of people glancing to her, before they had to shift attention. “And Farin, when she came open to me about the subject? Told me about how you all came together to save my home from… well, a big threat.” Going on to tell, “even saving myself and my friends from a dangerous person.” Breathing in, she continued. “PRincess Celestia, Princess Luna and PRincess Cadence also know. But they are keeping your identity secret. And while they want to be here to also thank you all for your selfless acts, or mostly selfless?” Looking at the room. “They have important matters to keep focused on. On the issues you all helped to uncover for us to deal with.”

“Now, without further adue?” Asked the Alicorn, “enjoy the party that we’ve prepared for you all. As thanks for all your hard work, and to be gretted to my world.”

Excitedly, Pinki called, “YES! Let’s Parrrtay!” and leaped up to again, grab a rope and tug, causing the place to go off with a bang and confetti. While a number half got into combat-ready stances? They relaxed as soon as they noticed all the cakes, treats and such now ining about.

Twilight laughed and with her firneds, came down to join the many people, still a little off-kitler about being outted by Eydis, and later Farin.

Letting out a breath, Bina said, “so much for keeping our secret.” (end)

“Considering on the events that been leading up to this? I say it was a matter of time.” Told Mercy, removing her disguise as she glance around.

Dejen place a assuring hand on her side, as he saw the other's mingling. Gem and Biscuit talking to Umbra on something, Krev with two mates by his side talking to Jordan, Shady and one of Katty kids. It made Dejen double take, as he didn’t hear about this.

Yet as his group spread out to mingle? He glance over to Sicarius with a blue vixen talking to Farin, mostly on when the fawn reveal to Twilight.

Or seeing Susumu speaking to Eve and that unicorn by her side on something medicinal related.

Shaking his head, Dejen figure to enjoy the party as it seem everyone was going to be. Granted he was kinda miffed more people know, but there wasn’t much to be done. ‘Side, he did tell Yushu when she gotten curious of his past. He wouldn’t bother keeping it from her, even less since the whole Clan knew on it.

Although being thanked for wasn’t that bad, as it did showed his hard work and his Clan achievements were being recognized.(Done)

While his crew spread out and he wandered for a table full of food, he spotted Cosmo and Hayami, the former mostly talking to Twilight. And what he heard nearly made him stumble. “So… you basically have a magical portal leading to another Human realm, but according to Eydis it’s an alternate human realm different from ours. And she told you because she knew from our world that you wouldn’t freak because she knew about your world as a whole.”

“Yup.” Twilight confirmed. “While it’s fascinating to hear about more alternate realities, I’m also a little concerned of how you all got here in the first place. According to Serena, Farin and Eydis, they each were brought here by shady people.”

Caosmo shrugged, “Story of our lives. Some really powerful and possibly dementally able people really wanted us for whatever this whole situation was.” Then after a pause he said, “but I can’t complain. My life got a bit more interesting.”

With a near giggle, Hayami spoke, “you complained about not having anymore easygoing days, but you admit that you liked the excitement?” Giving him an amused look.

“Well, bumps, cuts, bruises and being shot left aside?” Asked Cosmo, “it’s been one crazy adventure.” And took Hayami’s hand. “One I got to have and share with a person I thought I’d never get to have in my life.” Hayami gave a large flush and smiled at that. While Twilight smiled at the sweetness of it. (end)

Dejen chuckled as he pass by the food table as he comment. “And all you have to do was to go on one big adventure.” Grabbing a plate as he look over the food to add in amusement. “And encounter a gambler to change your luck.” (Done)

To that extent, Hayami said, “wasn’t it by chance you found me, and then later on you got hunted down by him unknowingly?” Twilight pulling a face to that.

“Wait. What?” Asked the alicorn in confusion.

“Long story short?” Cosmo said, “Hayami got lost, I went finding her, found a merc band, they were hunting Dejen, I needed money, complicated misunderstandings happened, he shot me. Nearly died, found Hayami, saved arabia from a giant magical consuming machine piloted by a zombi-mage that wanted to conquer the southern-Sands.”

Twilight blinked to all of this, processing it… then shook her head, “well… you will have to tell me more some time.” Going on, “that’s… that sounds like a story.” (End)

Snorting, Dejen told. “If you think that’s shocking? Just wait till you hear from the Misfits. They got more crazier stories than we do.” (Done)

With a glance, Cosmo asked, “Crazier than the Twin’s?” And motioned to the two that were not getting a pile of treats.

Twilight looked to the two god’s in question and soon breathed out. “They’re the youngest former humans here, right?” Lips twisting up as she said, “if what Eydis told me is right… they would of been, 12, 13? When did they got sent here?” And tlte her head, “and now they’re like me and the the Alicorns. I’m not sure how I should feel about that.” (end)

Sighing as he took another piece of food as Dejen told to Twilight. “Honestly they probably got it worse than us.” glancing to the Twins as he went on. “Having to deal with demons, people, and all sort of crap while on the run?” shaking his head as he said. “I’m just glad that things became better for them finally.” (done)

While she nodded to this, Twilight asked, “what do you think they’re going to do after this?” Looking to the Striped. “Farin belives that due to their roles as being ‘Gods of Balance’? It might expand farther than most any other.” Going on to admit, “I know the Great Ancestor of the Isles stays in the United Islands. Celestian and Luna are princesses here. I’m just… not sure where they would go.”

Cosmo seemed to rest a bit on the table as he said, “they seem to travel a lot. They might just go wherever the wind takes them.” (End)

Thinking, Dejen admit. “They might, I doubt they’ll stay in one place and just travel all over the world. Doing things and either fixing stuff up.” taking a bit of his food as he thought over more as Dejen went on after swallowing his food. “Maybe just oversee everything? I mean being ‘gods of balance’ means they look over a lot more stuff than most other deities.” musing over as he admits. “Who knows what’ll happen, they'll outlive everyone here.” It felt a bit...sad, knowing that the two will outlive everyone here, maybe except for the alicorns. But everyone else? He knew it would happen and it would probably hurt them. But at least the twins will have each other to support the other.(done)

“So will Vass.” Cosmo pointed out. “Maybe Felix too. He’s a machine.” Then made a face. “Wonder how he keeps up his matanace?”

With a giggle, Twilight said, “he actually comes to Equestria now and then for repairs.” Looking to the both of them as she told, “he’s sort of become a slight celebrity around here. There’s a few ponies that have a dedicated ‘where is Felix’ post going around. Where they guess where the ‘mysterious wander robot’ will go next.” Then rolled her eyes. “Bets were on Hollow Shades. But I think I got in the way of that.” (end)

Snorting in minor amusement, Dejen said. “Well, a shame.” then glance to Cosmo as Dejen had to agree. “And I almost forgot about Vass and Felix.” knowing those two will outlive everyone here beside the Twins. Maybe Karth too as he took another bite as he glance to Twilight as he asked out of curiosity. “How big of a celebrity is Felix here in Equestria?” (done)

Smiling, Twilight said, “as much of a celebrity as anyone can be when they’re pretty much known by any engineer, smith or rare electrician.” Going on to remind, “he comes here for repairs because Equestria is the only place that has access to that level of technology.” And admitted, “nowhere near as advance as human technology, but Equestria is the only place he can get reliable parts.” Then perked, “I actually can’t wait to work with him more, he promised to help me understand solar panels for clean energy!” (end)

Snorting in minor amusement, Dejen said with a low grin. “Maybe you can ask Rah-Rah for help too, she's as smart as Felix.” Going on to joke. “Maybe smarter than him.” (done)

To that, Twilight shook her head and said, “I don’t think she’ll be helping anytime soon.” Going on to glance to the side. “I think she knows where her home is.” And when Dejen glanced, he did see Rah-Rah with his other clanmates, all talking to the Misfits crew.

Cosmo seemed to agree, “she’s been with you for years now and you do have her ship more-or-less.” Seeming to agree on that.

Hayami smiled and told Dejen, “I have to agree with them. Rah-Rah is at home with your clan. She could visit, but I think we all know that she won’t leave you behind.” (end)

Dejen gave a low smile, as he chuckle a bit as he said. “I think you guys may be right.” glancing to Rah-Rah as he said. “She does seem to like staying on the ship.” then snorted in amusement as he jokingly added. “And I think Karth may stay definitely for a long time with us, mostly to work with his friend.” (done)

“Or until Tyra shows up.” Cosmo pointed out. “Which you can now keep an eye out for.” And while Dejen nodded to that, Cosmo soon said, “oh, and Dejen. I got to ask you something.” Getting him to look. “Think you still got room on your ship?” (end)

Raising a brow as Dejen look between cosmo and Hayami as he grin and asked. “Why Cosmo, are you and Hayami are asking to use my ship for a honeymoon to travel around once you two are married?” (done)

Hayami shook her head and told, “no. Cosmo and I might like that, but we’re asking for someone else.” And soon soberly told, “Najat and Ashani have been staying at Humilite. At the temple mostly.” And let out a deep sigh. “Najat decided to see if her clan would let Ashina back in. They refused. She was cast out from there, Cosmo-kun and I kept her safe.”

Nodding, Cosmo said, “I told her they’re both welcomed in my clan, but I know that even then the clan is uneasy about them. So I figured to ask if you’ll let them stay with you.” Adding on, “plus… I’m sure that the two will want to help get back at Tyra when the time comes.” (End)

Dejen hum a bit in thought. Thinking over as he said. “Well, it won’t be the first time I have unique cases on my ship.” thinking more as he lightly shrug. “Eh, I’m sure they’ll be welcome.” he however added in minor annoyance. “Although lets hope Ashina won’t be like Ash-- I don’t want to experience having gray hairs before I turn forty.” (done)

Cosmo ony shrugged and said, “alternet realities, I’m sure she’s different.”

Blinking again, Twilight asked, “there was another Ashina?” (end)

Taking a deep breath and pinching the brim on his nose, Dejen said. “Long story short? Another Striped from a alternate reality try to use teleportation tech with a dark crystal, switch our Twins with a alternate version of Ashina and Najat, went through some progress of killing Maltar and help save our Najat and to a extent Ashina-- and they went back to their realm and we got the Twins back.”

Taking another breath as he told Twilight. “I don’t want to go into more detail. That Ash gave me a huge headache, she made me consider to drink alcohol.” (done)

“I don’t know, she sounds interesting.” Cosmo said passively enough.

Giggling more, Hayami spoke, “He thought that Ash was an alternate version of him. But he wasn't sure. But I think he’s right in some ways.” Making Dejen want to facepalm. Though Hayami went on, “she’s well behaved, Dejen. You don’t have to worry too much. She’s still trying to understand herself.”

To that extent, Cosmo gave a nod. “Najat and Ashina are still trying to work out their lives. Being clanless and both being tossed from home wasn’t easy. Najat can play indifferent and Ashina can tough it out, but they’re going through a rough patch.” (end)

Dejen sighed out as he said. “Well, maybe you’re right. Maybe things will change for the better.” then added. “But yeah, they can stay on my ship, maybe let them figure out their plan.” then added with a low grin. “Who knows, maybe they might decide to join Mitego? It is the Clan of scars.” (done)

Cosmo gave an amused huff to this, small smile playing on his lips. “Maybe.” and stood up properly before asking, “say Hayami, want to go meet the other ponies? They are the element bearers.” Then added, “except that unicorn there. Never seen her before.” Walking off with his fiance following giddily by his side.

And as they left, Twilight watched before trying to Dejen. “Dejen, what do you plan to do?” Going on to say, “after finding out about your past, and letting Celestia know… she told me that you’ve been doing a lot around the world.” Smiling some before telling, “so, thank you for trying to do what you can. Seeing that some good humans made it to my world is… well, it’s comforting to know.” (end)

Chuckling, Dejen told. “Twilight, I’m not exactly a ‘good guy’.” settling in his spot as he looked at her as he told. “If you want to see ‘good humans’? Look at Felix, the Twins, cosmo, Farin, Vass-- hell, even Eydis.” then pointed his fork at himself. “Me? I’m just one of the few humans who decided to gamble his life everyday to make sure the world he's in doesn’t become colder.” snorting as he added. “I’m pretty sure when I die, I’m going to be sent to Tartarus with the things I done. I do after all, have a due to pay to the devil.” (done)

Shaking her head, Twilight told, “not every creature started out from a good place, Dejen.” And glanced to Starlight. Dejen followed her gaze as she told, “Starlight brainwashed a town of ponies, tricked them, and even nearly destroyed the future in multiple ways with a time-spell.” That one makes Dejen look to her.

Twilight went on, “Starlight wasn’t a good pony at one point.” And looked to him. “You might think you’re a good person, but you actually are willing to see that you’re not the best person.” And smiled, “but the people you make friends with and the things you’ve done? Maybe it’s not the right way to go about it, but I’ve learned that humans aren't perfect. You’re very much imperfect, and in a way... That’s what makes you all so special.”

Shaking her head, Twilight said, “what I’m trying to say is… you might not be a rel Hero like they are. But deep down? You’re a good person. You just… do things differently. Like… like a soldier would fight in a war. It’s not right that they kill, but sometimes it’s… the only option.” (end)

Chuckling, Dejen admit. “That's a nice way to see things, Twilight.” taking another bite as he said. “Although I’m not really a soldier, but more of a swindling gambler thats just looking out for his Clan.” The Striped took another bite as he swallowed. “But it was nice for you to try to see things from an optimistic view point, Twilight. Since its a lot better than how I see things most of the time.” (done)

“Well, what would you expect?” He heard something flashed over him. Yellow filled eyes with gleaming and mischievous red irises coming around to stare at his own eyes. “She’s the princes of fwendship~” Chuckling as he flashed away. Twilight looked a little worried before taking a few breaths.

But like that, in a flash the multi-shaped creature made himself known in small-scale size on Twilight’s head, adding on, “it’s just part of her job description nowadays. To highlight the best and move past the worst.” And took a moment to twist and turn a few locks into springy shapes. “I want to gag at it all, but honestly, the joke in itself speaks more loudly!”

“Discord.” Twilight said with a slight restraint. (end)

“Wait, the spirit of chaos?” asked Dejen, glancing at Discord as he said. “Huh...I heard of you from the other's.” recalling some information about in Equestria as he went on. “you know, I always did wonder why no demons would get into Equestria, at first I thought it was with the two sisters...and now seeing you? Now its making more sense.”(done)

Dejen jerked away when a weight was made known to his side. And when he glanced, he found Discord leaning on him and making a long exaggerated groan. “Oh yes, those little pesky runaways from tartarus.” And spun his eagle talon about. “Normally I wouldn't mind them, but being reformed and all has these obligations to partake in.” Seeming to name off with each finger. “No rampant chaos. No death rituals. No raising hordes of undead candy monsters, you know… the usual.” (End)

Taking a low breath as he was trying to not get freaked out Discord could instant teleport as he asked. “Did you decided to come and see all the ‘new kids’ here in Ponyville?” (done)

“Come and see?” Asked Discord in excitement as he floated up, “I came for more than that, I mean, do you know how often interdimensionally transmogrified humans are in this place?” And craned his neck down to loudly whisper, “spoiler, not often enough.” And went back to his normal floating position. “I haven't had this much entertainment since I got let out!” And gave a cackling laugh, movie shades on his face and popcorn bowl in his arm. “It’s been one, long adventure of fun!”

“WAit, you’ve known they were here…. Since they got here?!” Twilight nearly shouted.

“Well of course I did.” Discord said as if he were insulted. “You think I, a spirit of chaotic magic, wouldn’t recognize odd temporal and unnatural magics popping all over the world, in a overly synchronized manner?” And crossed his arms, “and here I thought we were friends!”

Breathing in, Twilight said with a bit of greeting in her tone, “that is not what I meant.” (end)

Blinking in his own shock, Dejen look to Discord as he said. “Hang on…” trying to wrap this around his head as he asked. “So, you noticed, all of the former humans, just popping in at once, and watched all of us for the last five to six years….and didn’t told anyone because no one asked, right?” (done)

With a glance, Discord smirked, “Can’t ask something that people don’t know.” Coiling and twisting in the air as he did. “Why, would you ask me about any invasions of interdimensional beings from another reality that don’t know why they got sent to a whole other realm of reality?” Going on, “I mean, come on, you probably didn’t believe other realities existed until you got sent here.” (end)

Pausing, Dejen thought on it as he let out a low aggravated breath, facepalming as he muttered. “Multiverse theory is a bitch.” already feeling a low need to just get away from Discord before he might reconsider on trying to drink again.(done)

AS he thought on that, Dejen found his whole person suddenly altered, mostly in the sense he had a tux, a wine glass in hand and some fancy orderves Discord laughed and relaxed by him in his own suit. “She is, she certainly is.” And then nudged the stripped, “but you have got to admi, it’s been a party since it started!” Laughing all the while. (End)

Dejen let out an irritable sigh, as he was considering getting up. “Well if you excuse me, I have other people to talk to.” taking his plate and wine glass as he added to Discord. “It was….I want to say pleasant, but you know its a lie, so I’m just going with a ‘it was tolerable’ meeting with you, Discord.” (done)

Discord chuckled and patted Dejen’s head, “oh you love me.” Going on to say while placing a lion-paw to his chest, “I mean, who wouldn’t?” Making the Striped sigh and from the looks of it? Twilight was also in the same boat about how she felt about Discord being around. (end)

Shaking his head, Dejen walked off, seeing on talking with someone else for the time being. Although it seem everyone was in a discussion with each other, but he must have talk to someone or at the very least settle his nerves from being around a being of chaos. It was one thing to deal with crazy stuff as it is. Adding spirits and chaos in the mix of alternate realities?

Dejen knew his limits of handling stuff like that.

But as he sip his wine, Dejen glance to Asha, as the lioness was talking with a pony with Hirue by Asha side. Hirue looking alot more better, a bit more confident if he say so. He partially wonder if the two were going to stay on the Isles, as there wasn’t much need for them to be on the ship. Granted he would be a bit sad on that, but he figure it might be the best. Mostly for Hirue case.

He however wonder who really was going to stick around. He had a strong feeling Gabriel and Enola groups were going to head to the Empire eventually. Miko, Felix, Vass were going to head off doing their own things. Karth might stick around till Tyra comes along. He was even sure that Tatsu was going to stick with the twins for good as they’ll wander the world.

He was also sure that if Susumu found his sweetheart, the fox might stay at Humilti for a long while like Herbal. Then again, it was likely Susumu would request for her to come on the ship to live with, but that was too far in the future. Dejen move around some ponies, giving a nod as he consider on settling down. Moving to sit in a chair, starting to eat a bit again as he took the time to examine around the large room, seeing everyone talking with each other on various topics. (done)

While he did, he noticed someone taking a seat next to him. And when he glanced, he found Asha there. The lioness sitting with a smile as she said, “things have changed a lot, huh?” (End)

Snorting in amusement, Dejen said. “Don’t need to tell me that,” glancing to the large crowd of people. “Back then I thought I was the only former human, we just got into the Isles with our ship….then you came along and changed things up.” shaking his head as he joked as he glance to Asha. “Makes me wonder if you weren’t the one that secretly brought everything together like this, Asha.” (done)

With a laugh to that, Asha looked to him and told, “I just helped things along. What my Mother saw was bound to happen.” And while she focused on him, Asha said, “I think she’s right about Fate. and from the looks of it? You have a real important role to the future.” And locked forwards. “For better or worse? It’s your destiny to help change the world. And thankfully? It was for the better.” And let out a content sigh. “Though… I have a feeling you’re going to take a break now that there’s time. I can tell Mercy is expecting, along with Windy.”

Her smile grew a touch as she said, “and I have a feeling I should talk to Mercy soon. I think she learned a very important lesson about her expectations.” (end)

“So in short, ladies talk.” jokingly said Dejen with a low grin. He shook his head as he went on. “I have a feeling it would be wise for me to keep my nose out of that.” then went on to tell. “Although I may be the one binding people around with my strings? Its really everyone else that did the lifting.” taking another sip as he told. “The Twins, Farin, Vass, Felix-- they’re the ones doing the work on making the world better. I’m just the swindling gambling bastard that just moved things along, Asha.” (done)

Shaking her head, Asha told, “the tree dosn’t stand on it’s own, and the roots don’t reach high up, Dejen.” Smiling as she said this. “Sure, we’ve done a lot of work. But you help bring it togeather. No matter how small your role? It’s still important.” And looked over everyone again. “Who knows what would of happened if you didn’t go out and meet all these people.” Then teased, “and you said you wern’t an effective Info-broker anymore.” (end)

Huffing, Dejen told. “Oh don’t get me started Asha, the other's got more info than I do. I was just struggling around,” then motioned a hand to where Gabriel was. “Hell, he was able to get info far more than I do.” then lower it as he glance to Asha as he added. “Speaking of, what are you and Hirue planning to do? Are you considering to head back to the Isles and stay there?” (done)

Thinking on it, Asha said, “actually, I think Hirue’s ready to travel again.” Smiling as she told, “she’s still got scars, and is still hurt. But now? She’s more sure of herself.” Then went on to add, “she also had a dream. Of her mother.” and looked to Dejen. “So, I figured. We might as well come and tag along. And maybe, find her mother to finally give Hirue that peace of mind she needs.” (end)

Nodding, Dejen hum over that as he said. “Well, we updated the ship, and there’s plenty of space for the Clan.” he however glance to where the Twins were as he asked. “But are the Twins going to stick around? Now that they got breathing room, they may decided to get after that demon lord that’s been after them.” (done)

Shaking her head, Asha told, “he descended to the depths of the sea to hide. We won’t be seeing him for a long time.” Then went on, “the Isles also are going to be on high alert now for him. Now that the Whitemanes know he’s there? They’re keeping a very dedicated watch for him. And the Headships have agreed to prepare for another demon attack in the future.” Smiling, “so I’m sure they’ll be coming back onboard.” (End)

Smiling, Dejen admit. “Well, it’ll be nice for them to be on the ship, maybe they can enjoy having to personalize their own room.” the Striped leaning back as he said. “But I’ll admit Asha...I still wonder,” glancing to her as he went on. “Still wondering if everything I did will work out in the long run. That with me doing the work, moving around, doing the best with my bloody hands could? That it would be a huge pay off.” being a bit more somber. “That my Clan, Humilti, the other clans-- even my own kids, and my heir for the Mitego will see the pay off when I finally pay the devil his due.” (done)

To that, Asha told, “only one way to find out, and that’s to keep living life and see it happen.” (End)

Chuckling, Dejen glance and joked. “So basically gamble everything like usual?” (done)

She gave a knowing look and said, “life’s no fun without a little risk, right?” (end)

Laughing, Dejen agreed. “I plan to play life to the fullest. Gambling my very life everyday to keep what happiness I have left.” then snort in amusement as he admit. “Although with how things are going? I think with my luck? I might live alot longer than I would assume. At this point, I think I might as well be the Aspect of Luck.” (Done)

“Then I guess the Devil will just have to settle for a tab.” Joked Asha. (end)

Snorting a bit, Dejen teased. “Go on and bothered someone else you mischievous Whitemane. I think someone else need your ‘wise words’ to help them out.” (done)

She stuck her tongue out teasingly before getting up and trotting off. And while she went in search for Mercy no doubt, Dejen looked over everyone once more. Eyes drifting up to the banner and thining of Twilight’s little introduction and welcoming to them that she hoped her world could be their new home? Well…

Maybe he was finally home now. (end)

Dejen smile, as he relax and while things were utterly chaotic when he arrived here? Perhaps now, now he had something for himself. A Clan. people who love him….

A home.