The Heart is a Lonely Huntress

[boymeetsfatherhood]

Who: The crew of the Huntress and any visitors!
Broadcast: None
Action: The Huntress!
When: The last leg of July?

[Aside from hijinks on the beach planet, the crew has a few things to get used to. The departure of one captain, the abrupt promotion of another, plus new crew members. Let's see how things go...]

Comments

[princessia]

[ There were mainly spirits, monsters, and humans in Rieze Maxia. Being brought on the fleet gave Elize a chance to meet elves, plant people, but... cat girls are new.

If this new crew member didn't intimidate her right now, she probably would have focused her attention on the ears and tail. But nope, all she's thinking right now is that she might be a potential threat. The tiny girl is cowering behind a wall and shyly peering out at the stranger. She looks about ready to flee down the hall. ]

I-it wasn't me. Please calm down...

[curiositykilledthecats]

... A child?

[She immediately shifts out of her combat stance, though she doesn't put her shield away quite yet. She'd kneel down to be on level with her, but... well, they're almost the same height.]

I apologize. It was not my intent to frighten you.

[princessia]

[ Hearing that calms Elize, somewhat. She steps out from behind the wall, allowing herself to be fully visible but continues to keep her distance. ]

I was really terrified when I first arrived here too. [ But she cried a lot instead of calling out Atroma for combat. ] The crew here is nice. You don't have to worry.

[curiositykilledthecats]

[She stows her shield, finally.]

I understand.

May I ask your name?

[princessia]

[ She clasps her hands in front of her. ]

My name is Elize Lutus. What's yours?

[curiositykilledthecats]

Miah Lanbatal. It is my honor to serve as this ship's shield.

[princessia]

Nice to meet you.

[ ...Shield? She cants her head a moment, before realizing what that means. ]

So you have a security augment?

[curiositykilledthecats]

Yes. And a paladin besides.

[princessia]

[ Not too familiar with that term, but she can guess after seeing her shield. ]

A paladin... is that like a knight?

[curiositykilledthecats]

Yes. It is our duty and honor to protect others, with blade, shield, and oath.

[princessia]

[ A small smile curves on her lips. Like Cullen, who also has the same augment. ]

You'll do great.

[curiositykilledthecats]

I pray that it is so.

[princessia]

Would you like me to show you around? I could show you the bunk area or... my personnel room, if you want.

[curiositykilledthecats]

If you would guide me. Knowing this ship will make it easier to defend.

[princessia]

[ She nods, taking the lead down the hall. ]

I'll show you my personnel room first.

[ Since it's easier to get to without having to climb down the hatch. ]

[curiositykilledthecats]

As you wish. Your personal room is a good place to start.

[following your lead!]