Lyndria.

[Just Before An Eclipse]

The wind swirling around Leo fell abruptly to the ground. She never could stay mad long; she always found it took up too much energy. "Fine. But next time, if you can help this little group we've made," she circled her fingers to include all three of them, "Then help. 'Kay?" Turning on her heel, she gave a short mock bow to Avin, "Let's continue on our way," as she didn't know what direction they were headed, she stood still not wanting to embarrass herself again. For that's half the reason she was mad. Not just because he caused Avin extra pain, she could have decreased that immediately after if Sinku hadn't pushed into the way. But because she was so weak, not being able to do anything. She couldn't heal, with warmth in her hands she could help pain, but that wasn't tremendously wonderful. She wasn't sure how she was going to help on this expedition they had started. She seemed much more fit for the streets of Opalescent.  

[[Z_]]

"As you wish," Avin replied, still rubbing his hand. The pain had gone, sure, but it was so sudden he was convinced he still felt it. Without further hesitation, he turned on a heel and began east, towards the dense forest that surrounded the capital city. He wasn't even sure what they were doing any more. This wasn't at all what Miles had hoped for when they'd met the girl, and to top it off, they were stuck as Avin until Miles could come up with a way to explain.
"Well, ********," Avin muttered to himself, pressing east.  

[sinku anaka]

Sinku chuckled at Avin's cursing under his breath and followed behind twitching his tails and keeping his eyes and ears open for trouble." Aw it can't be all that bad now can it?" Sinku with a slight smile on his face.  

[Just Before An Eclipse]

((I’m sorry for the late post))
It suddenly occurred to Leona that Avin might be displeased to bring Sinku along. She’d been selfish; for the addition of a Fur was a comfort to her. In her experience, you could trust an animal. Their thought processes didn’t include trickery or cruelty. They only killed when necessary, and they struggled to survive and raise their children. It was a doctrine Leo had kept to most of her life. Though she’d never seen an animal in a humanoid form, she was certain his tactics had to be similar. Therefore, even if Avin is mad, she’d be safe.

Still, she was unaware what plans Avin had now or before. The possibility of a physical relationship crossed her mind, but she felt safe as he’d compared her to his sister. People usually didn’t hurt their family…usually. Her makeshift one had a couple of kids whose parents were alive, but only cared if they were around when they were angry. But that was a rarity, and usually under more dire situations. She tried to keep the cycle of thoughts from showing on her face, as she settled into a soft footed stride that kept up with Avin’s. “What are you hoping to find in the desert?” she questioned, looking at him curiously. Then back over her shoulder, she commented to Sinku, “Maybe it’s someone you know.”  

[[Z_]]

Avin thought about the question, unsure himself. Maybe he wanted to go home. He doubted that very much, he hadn't called that place home in nearly twenty years. No, there had to be something else. Something pulling him back there, this wasn't a choice. Those events that took place ten years past were urging him forward. "Answers," He decided.  

[sinku anaka]

Sinku chuckled." well the desert is a good place to look for answers.....many get answered before you even realize they are a question." Sinku looked up at the sky." Well let's get going we ain't got all day to sit around and chat." he said as he started to walk ahead of Avin.  

[Just Before An Eclipse]

Answers was a pretty pathetic answer in Leona's mind. Sinku's response was even worse; what does the wind whisper them into your ears? Though a frown crossed her face, since she was in the back of the 'group' it was easily ignored by the others. Shaking her head, she started to slowly follow the rest, her mind falling deep into thoughts.  

[[Z_]]

Avin shrugged his shoulders, heading off into the woods. He scanned the trees around them constantly, as if looking for something. He was sure to watch Sinku, still not trusting the man. Leona also seemed to be cross with him. He frowned, this trip wasn't turning out quite like he'd planned.  

[sinku anaka]

Sinku just chuckled as he followed avin into the woods while gesturing to leo to keep up.  

[Just Before An Eclipse]

With a sigh, Leona picked up her pace, letting a gentle run get her between Sinku and Avin. She flashed a taunting grin at the Fur, satisfied she managed to pass him after his impatient gesture. Once closer, she realized just how tense Avin was. In a soft voice, barely audible, she questioned, “What’s out there?” Trying to keep her voice even, and not let fear seep in.  

[[Z_]]

Avin looked to her, puzzled. "Out there?" He questioned, looking back up to the trees. He laughed, shaking his head, "There's nothing out there we and our friend couldn't take care of." He placed a hand on he shoulder, reassuring her. "No harm will come to you," He told her, removing his hand. "We'll be sure of that," he added smiling.  

[sinku anaka]

Sinku laughed " He has a point and anything he and I can't handle, my pet can." Sinku said raising his right bracer revealing the dragon emblem underneath the gem.  

[Just Before An Eclipse]

"I'm not scared," she announced indignantly. And within seconds, which only the fingersmith could beat, her knives were out, "I might not have magic like you guys, but I can fight." The wind picked up at her words, filling her with energy. It made her plainly just feel better. She lost her fear, basically letting herself be as strong and effortless as the wind itself. She looked over her shoulder at Sinku raising an eyebrow. Then horror screamed on her face. "You have someone trapped inside there?! You beast!" she lunged forward, trying to steal the gem, but it was attached to his bracer. Two seconds later his bracer was unattached, but falling, not in her hands.