eagle emperor.

     ❝ i've heard from the others, ❞ a chuckle, as she emerges from his side. ❝ that you've been chosen for the white heron cup. ❞

she'd been watching him practice, a feat that colored her both impressed and amused.

     ❝ my apologies for not saying anything sooner. watching you reminded me of — well, i'm certain you remember. ❞ her tone reflects a hint of nostalgia, recalling the brief year they spent together.

circumstance has since then separated the two siblings, each burdened by their own responsibilities, only for them to reunite under the tutelage of the academy. perhaps, just this once, they could both let loose.

at least, while they still had the time.

     ❝ truly, your skill with the sword is admirable. ❞

axe lowers to her side, facing the woman after she downed the last of their foes. the opportunity to observe such a famed warrior up close did not come by often, let alone the chance to fight at her side. her abilities were, without a doubt, worthy of praise.

but it was a shame those skills were being put to waste, serving under rhea.

     ❝ — professor, ❞

to find her teacher in the library was no surprise, even as the moon reigned above the night sky. in fact, her presence was more than welcomed. with a curiosity lingering in the girl's mind, it was a good time to learn more about her mentor.