Darkflare

"Now that's the first time I heard that one. I know many people come here, but never heard of anyone having trouble getting back home." "Remember how I said this was a link world? There's places like an airport but for world traveling thanks to that fact. But if you ask me, if something is stopping you from leaving your usual way, I don't think they will let you leave that way as well. And that's without taking into account all the paperwork and expenses you need. And the nearest one is in Kalos which is another long trip in itself from here." "Sorry I wasn't much help, but your situation is pretty unusual"

"Couldn't tell you how much. I see new people every day around here. In fact, most of the staff here come from different worlds especially the mercenary group. As for how to get back..." "I would say come the same way you came from, but I get the feeling it's not as simple as that in your case."

"Well first of all...Lucent, you should come back down here. Being up there for so long is going to get the guards here to be suspicious of you." "Second of all, we're not far off from the hangout. I'm going around this crowd and passing through, I have no interest in whatever is going on. But if anyone is curious, feel free to stick around and meet up later at the hangout. Besides, Anwalt and Lucent are supposed to be on vacation anyway, they're the ones that should be taking in everything this place has to offer the most rather than following my own selfish desires."

"Is there a festival in this area?" She looked around trying look at how far around they would have to go to get past the crowd. (This area is more crowded than usual. Looks like we'll have to get around them to get to the hangout.)

"A phenomenon? I don't really understand, but hopefully they'll figure it out before it becomes a problem. It's better if we just move on." "Light, over there. Can we get to the hangout from that path?"

"Light, do you know another path to get there? I don't think we're supposed to be in this area." "Information about this world? I'm afraid there's quite a lot of topics regarding this world." ??? "I think you better let me take care of this one, Hisui." The two would be approached by a man. "I get the feeling you're going to go in circles for a while." "Are you certain Gordeau-san? I wouldn't want to intrude in your break time." "Ah, don't worry about it. I was getting bored anyway. Pretty sure there are more important matters you better take care of." "Understood. I'll leave this matter to you then, Gordeau-san." The mecha maid bows before leaving "Sorry about that. She and her sisters actually pretty reliable and could explain this whole place well, but anything else should probably be left to the rest of us." "Anyway, you want to know about this world, right? Well for starters, this place is what they call a Link world. In short terms, you get visitors from many worlds coming in here." "But if you're wondering how different things are, I can't really tell you without knowing how your world is like. But I wouldn't worry too much about fitting in, since we get people from so many worlds, there aren't that many things that would seem strange around here."

"Greetings." The Mecha maid proceeded to bow. "Welcome to the Warrior's hangout. We offer a variety of combat related services. Is there something in particular you are interested in?"

Ok, and here's another reality check for you. When you edit something, you also take over the responsibilities for that edit. Wlan can update whatever he damn pleases. The edit you made is YOUR responsibility now.

Ok so here's a reality check. If anyone wants to edit something of yours and release it, they don't need your permission. Once it's out there, it's fair game.

"I'm beginning to understand now. The way you speak of him...he was your mentor before. That's why you hold him in such high regard, he was the one that trained you to be such a talented fighter. It would explain your names as well. They're titles between a teacher and his student, proof that your training under him has been completed."

"Sounds like a dream place for fighters like you. Being able to meet all sorts of people and refining your combat capabilities all in one place. I'm guessing his methods must be harsh." Lilith followed along, trusting that they would arrive soon. She did take a moment to look toward Lucent. "You think you'll be alright, Lucent? This place clearly attracts a lot of people that enjoy fighting and you made it quite clear how much you hate violence."

"Infamous? You make it seem like both the place and Darkflare have some shady stuff going on." "Well, it does make him seem rougher than he really is.. But then again, I barely know him to say for certain." "As much as I can't wait to get there, I don't mind walking. It's not a bad idea to look at the rest of the city while we get there. Besides, it's the one building that looks like it doesn't belong, right? It's not exactly easy to miss."

With the matter of the pirate attack taken cared of, the ship soon proceeded to resume it's voyage to Candor City. After some time has passed, Lilith looked out the window as the city itself began to be visible. A large city with many tall buildings that could pass off as castles easily reaching the clouds in the sky. "W-wha-? What the hell?" Lilith's attention wasn't to the large building in the center. Her attention was to the building that looked like it was plucked from somewhere else and placed there, the more modern look making it stick out like a sore thumb compared to the rest of the city. "That building doesn't even look like it belongs there." Disregarding the blatant lack of attempt of even making the building blend in with the rest of the area, she could already tell this was the Hangout she sought.

Lilith kept silent as she also began to sit down. It did seem somewhat odd that the pirates were able to invade the ship rather easily. She didn't have any evidence as to how that was possible and figured the crew would be able to find clues so they can patch up their security flaws. There was also the brief moment where she fought alongside Lucent, Umbra and Jin although it didn't last long considering how weak the enemies were, but it was enough to let her know that they can trust each other when things get serious. Still, there was no guarantee they would stay together once they arrived at the destination. (This attack certainly delayed things. I hope it doesn't take long to get back on track, there's still a long way to go.) There was the original plan of looking around, but with the recent attack, things would be different with additional areas closed off and security even tighter than before. There was the chance that the allowed areas would be too limiting to bother exploring as they investigated everything. For now, she was just going to wait for the others to come back while monitoring Penelope.

"Precisely. I told you to calm your mind and only concentrate on yourself. Hm....I should give some context to this." "We all have an internal energy.flowing through us. There are many names such as lifeforce, aura and ki energy. With the proper training this energy can be manipulated in many ways. This is how Light, Melina and I primarily perform our abilities. I'm not too sure about the others, but I imagine their methods aren't any different." "So meditating like this is a good first step. Eventually, this will become second nature to you." (They're giving the all clear. Looks like the others took care of it. I'll just wait for them here.)

"Consider this as your first step in your training. If you can't do this, it's going to be even harder for you to learn to fight." Of course, Lilith didn't think Penelope would be able to do it on the first try given everything that has happened. After all, it wasn't so easy to clear your mind from your thoughts especially if you hadn't make it a habit of being able to do so. "You can sit down if you want..."

"The one I plan to meet is supposed to run the place." Lilith looked over at Penelope who seemed serious about what she said. She wasn't so sure about letting someone so young be so eager about being able to fight. However, it wouldn't hurt to at least have her learn self defense. "You're serious about this, right? I think it'll be a while before the ship starts moving again, so this will be a good time to try this. Calm your mind, focus on nothing but inside yourself, concentrate deeply until you can start feeling your inner energy flow through you." She wasn't sure if this would work. Light, Melina and herself could use ki just fine, but she wasn't sure if someone from Penelope's world could do so as well. Even so, it was still worth a shot, if nothing else than to have her gain some discipline from it.

"There he goes again. Despite all we've been through he still hasn't learned to keep himself in one piece. Although to be honest, I'm kinda hoping this time it's permanent." The sound of a photograph being taken is heard. "Perfect. This one's definitely going into the portfolio." "I thought you were kidding last time, but you're really serious about it." "Of course, I'm a professional. Even I see the value of this type of photography." LAST TIME

"I don't think this ship is as easy to invade as those pirates made it seem. They clearly planned this heist for a long time. They just didn't take into account that there would be strong fighters aboard." Lilith paused for a moment to think. "This was just really bad luck that our trip got ruined like this. Life has a way to throw things like this at us when we don't expect it. We just have to endure it and remain strong. .....a hero doesn't actually become a hero until they face a great trial, right?"