Setting out again

[aivea]

Saber packs a small suitcase, and writes a note for the others who live in the same home. The note is left on his bed, and reads:
Dear everyone,
Sorry to vanish like this, but I've gone to finish my Force quest, and after that to look for work or a place to train without having to worry about injuring others. I'll keep in touch, and I'll come back when I'm ready to settle down. I guess what I'm getting at is that I don't feel quite ready to spend the rest of my life in one place yet, and don't want to make you change your plans for me.
Love of the friendly sort,
Saber


That done, he teleports outside of Sensatia and starts walking.

[Kender Bard]

Before he can get too far, a pretty young woman, dressed well-to-do with long, blonde hair, makes her way towards Saber. "Young man! Oh, young man!"

[aivea]

Saber turns toward the woman, and swallows the lump of nervousness in his throat. "Yes? Did something happen?"

He didn't recognize her, but looks more puzzled than anything else. At least he could honestly say he was getting over his phobia.

[Kender Bard]

The woman shook her head. "Oh, no, I'm sorry if I startled you. I was wondering if I could walk with you a bit since you seem to be leaving the city. I'd rather not go alone.. and I only need escort partway."

Her hand went to her stomach and she smiled. "I've been paranoid of thugs."

[aivea]

"I think I understand," Saber says with a nod. "I'll go with you as long as you need me to. So, where are you headed to? I don't want to start walking away from where you're going by mistake."

[Kender Bard]

"Ilyamen," she remarked, coming closer. "So you see, I don't need to take too much of your time. I hope that's not going too far out of your way."

[aivea]

"Don't worry about it, it's actually along the way to where I'm going. Besides, I have plenty of time," he assures her. "Do you have family in Ilyamen that you're going to be visiting? Sorry if that's a bit nosy of me, I like to talk while I walk with someone."

At least if I remember right, Humontis is on the other side of Ilyamen, and that's not a bad place to at least visit for a bit. Maybe I'll see if River still wants me to work for him, and that'll help make sure I have enough to live by on my Force Quest.

[Kender Bard]

"I have family everywhere," the woman remarked with a soft, breathy laugh. "It will be good to see them all. What is your name, if I might inquire, kind soul?"

[aivea]

"My name's Saber; good to see you," the Mind answers. "What's your name, if you don't mind telling me?"

[Kender Bard]

The woman contemplated a moment before answering, "Call me... Vitality." She laughed softly at her little joke. "I'm surprised you're walking there, Saber. Isn't teleporting much more convenient?"

[aivea]

"Since I'm in no hurry- and teleporting twice like I'd need to in order to get there would be tiring-, I'd rather walk so I can see the scenery along the way." Saber shrugs slightly then adds, "I think it's worth the extra time."

[Kender Bard]

"The tiring thing does get annoying," Vitality agreed mildly. "And since you only mentioned twice, I am guessing that you are a single sign?"

[aivea]

Saber nods. "Yes, that's true. I'm resuming my Force Quest to try to earn another one, actually." I'm not sure what I'd do with the other one now, though. I guess I'll find a use when I find myself in a tough situation.

[Kender Bard]

"Oh?" Vitality mused. "Which Force are you seeking?"

[aivea]

"I've been hoping for Efil, but haven't even seen a hair of her yet. Maybe I just need to look a few more places, eh?"