Hey Aelira, Lyra. What's going on? I heard a scream from back here's. Is everything okay?
"Y-yes, echos f-fine," Aelira said, trembling in embarrassment.
Are you sure? I'll stay beck here just in case.
Tell me if you need anything.
Then the group continued towards their objective…
A few hours later…
"Hey Aerin what are some things you like to do?" Aelira asked.
Let's see. I like to train with my old man, I like to exercise, I like nature, I guess just anything that can help me get stronger.
"That's cool. Also, one more question. This might be personal, and I'm sorry if I'm overstepping here. Do you like anyone?" Aelira asked.
Hmm? Does this mean you like me?
"H-huh? How did you find out?" Aelira said with surprise.
What? That was meant to be a joke.
I'm not in a good place in life. So I'm sorry I can't reciprocate your feelings right now. Just give me more time to get to know you, and some time to get to a better place in life.
"I understand. I'll wait for you," Aelira replied understandingly.
Thank you for understanding…
Aerin then returned to the front of the group…
When they finally got to their destination…
"Ok, everyone use concealment," Mr. Sato said as they began walking up toward their scouting position.
Ok, there they are. The Martial Arts Village is about a mile in front of us, but we can observe them from here. If anyone can't see the village, let me know. I'll get us closer.
"No, we can see it," everyone replied.
Good. Now this is where we are going to be for the next 72 hours, so get comfortable.
Our mission is to observe the village and see if there are any signs of potential millitary action on our village.
Our intell says that the Martial Arts Village has been acting unusual and have been rather aggressive in peace talks with ours.
Let's do our best, team.
"Yes!" Everyone said with confidence.
To be continued…