[Video] A stealthy return

[tsundere_catgirl]

[The video feed clicks on to reveal a cloaked and hooded figure speaking, doing their best to keep their face hidden. From the sound of the voice it's probably female, but it's a bit gruff and growling so it's hard to tell.]

It has been some time since I've worn this form, or last been to this place. I made some enemies and some... acquaintances the last time I was here, but I do not wish to jump to any conclusions. I know people come and go rather readily here, but since the introduction with Miss Schnee and the comm device seem to be the same, I would like to ask if Professor Ozpin is still here.

[He at least, seemed like he would make a trustworthy ally.]

I would also ask if the species name Laguz means anything to any of you. In the meantime I might be looking for work as a bodyguard, hunter, or tracker, if anyone needs such things.

Comments

[video]

[fierybluebird]

Laguz, huh?

I'm only familiar with the bird tribes, yoi. Though I know there are more, of course. What nation are you from?

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[song_princess]

BROTHER!!! SHE IS A FRIEND OF MINE! A good friend and companion!

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[fierybluebird]

Oh, all right then. [Soft smiles.] I'll make sure Grell remembers to add her to the security detail.

And remind your friend to look into working for Nam-chan's Jolly Eddy's, eh?

[video]

[tsundere_catgirl]

I assure you she's quite mistaken, but I appreciate the offer nonetheless.

[Dammit you two, her disguise is totally a good disguise, and you're making it very hard for her to hide from her enemies if you keep totally ignoring her!]

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[song_princess]

[All of the happy chirps and cheeps.]

Yes, I don't want her to get attacked like I was.

Nam-chan's Jolly Eddy's? I can tell her of that place.

[video]

[tsundere_catgirl]

I'm not, I simply wish to know if any people from the world of Tellius are here, and if the Laguz here get along with other races.

[Guarded jaded kitty is guarded.]

[video]

[fierybluebird]

Aye.

[Switches into hybrid mode.] This place is a bit uncanny with how many species get along without conflict, to be perfectly honest.

[video]

[tsundere_catgirl]

My, my, you're really quite a bird of a different color aren't you?

[There's a bit of a grin on Lethe's face because, it's been a while since she's seen anyone shape shift like anything close to a Laguz, so it's almost heartwarmingly familiar.]

It's not entirely surprising then that you'd get along well with any Laguz here.

[Video]

[song_princess]

My lady Lethe?

Where are you?! I will come to you!

[And hug you and drag you back to where she lives.]

[Video]

[tsundere_catgirl]

[Leanne... Leanne you are far too naive and cheerful and don't you realize there's a reason she's in disguise?!]

I'm afraid you're mistaken. I do not know this Lady Lethe you are referring to.

[Video]

[song_princess]

[NOPE! NOT ONE BIT!

She pouts a little when Lethe deters her greeting.]

Are you sure?

[Look at that pout and now wing drooping. You are making her sad!]

[Video]

[tsundere_catgirl]

[Oh no, she refuses to look. She can already hear the tone in Leanne's voice and it's already making her resolve crack a tiny bit, but she's strong enough to endure even this for Leanne's own safety!]

I'm quite sure. If you are indeed friends with this Lady Lethe, I'm sure you'll meet her again someday as is ofttimes the nature of this place.

[Sorry Leanne, she ain't budging.]

[Voice, because Cirno]

[frozenmemories]

[The voice sounds a bit sad because Cirno is sure she won't be remembered but..she knew that voice and is surprised to hear it.]

Uh huh. I know of that word because of my sister. Why?

[Just keeping her knowledge in check for the moment.]

[Voice]

[tsundere_catgirl]

[She... she knew she knew that voice, and it wasn't that long ago for Lethe... and she really didn't have the heart to lie to Cirno of all people. She knew it wasn't safe to admit she was Lethe, but perhaps she could get that point across without saying it since her enemies didn't know of her allies from Equestria. She was also glad her enemies would never recognize the kindness in her voice she reserved for her closest of friends and family when she truly let her guard down.]

Cirno... Cirno is that really you? Does that mean Nephenee is here too? It is who you think it is, but don't say my name... there are people here who might hunt you if they know we're friends.

...

I have missed you though.

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[frozenmemories]

[It takes a LOT of Cirno not to flip on the video. Thankfully she's thinking ahead and keeps to Lethe's request and to remember that she probably looks a looot different now. The relief in her voice is evident and she sounds happier now.]

It is me! You remember me! Sis got here before I did so I'm sure she'll be looking for you soon! Do you want me to see if she's home right now?

[It takes a moment but the sounds of her getting up and moving around is probably news that she's not waiting for a answer on that one]

I missed you too...I was afraid I'd never see you again.

[Which meant she cried and hid in her room for a little while.]

[Voice]

[tsundere_catgirl]

[Cirno would actually have a bit more luck positively identifying Lethe, since half the time she does still keep the same form as she had in Equestria.]

I'll admit, I was a bit surprised but pleasantly so to hear that you remember me too.

[She's all too aware of the fact that people from previous worlds you've been to won't necessarily remember you.]

Why don't you tell me where home is so that I can come visit you?

[Video]

[uccellodifuoco]

It means a lot of things. Are you looking for a certain meaning?

[Video]

[tsundere_catgirl]

If you know the meaning it means that people from my world are here.

[Video]

[uccellodifuoco]

Or that the species exists in more worlds than one. Gods exists in several worlds, as do humans, don't they?

[Ikki smirks at that.]

I wouldn't get my hopes right just because people know the species.

[Video]

[tsundere_catgirl]

This isn't the first time I've been here, or to another world entirely, and through all my years of experience the term is exclusive to my world. There are other worlds that may have my species, but the name's history is unique to mine.

[Ashunera wasn't exactly a known figure outside of Tellius either, though she wasn't going to reveal her name since her true name wasn't common knowledge in her world.]

It also doesn't hurt that I've seen a certain heron princess chirping up a storm already.

[Video]

[neighfeni]

[! She knows that voice! And she really hopes it's her Lethe...otherwise, this is gonna be hella awkward.

A familiar green-haired Sentinel pops up on the feed.]

Well, there's a sight for sore eyes. Real good to see ya again, sis.

[It hasn't been that long for her, but still, long enough to miss kittysis.]

[Video]

[tsundere_catgirl]

[There's a sigh of relief from Lethe when she spots a familiar face... though admittedly she'd grown used to it being a bit more equine.]

Nephenee... I can't tell you how glad I am to see you. Just don't say my name, it could be dangerous to let my enemies know I'm here, or who my allies are.

[She still can't help a slightly sly grin that finds its way on her face.]

If Morgan's here too, I wouldn't be surprised to hear if you're pregnant too. You'd probably have to beat him off with a stick now that you're no longer a horse.

[Thankfully, beating people with sticks was Nephenee's specialty.]

[maidaein]

Laguz?

Yes, that is a very familiar term to me.

[ Micaiah is... familiar with Lethe yes, but like Soren, she has no clue what time she came from, so her answer is still vague. ]

Why do you ask?

[tsundere_catgirl]

To discover how many people from our world are here... I'm quite surprised to see just how many are actually here.

[Micaiah, Leanne, Nephenee and Ranulf so far... it's possible there may even be more. Lethe is a little bit wary of Micaiah, remembering how she lost a lot of good soldiers to ambushes led by her. While she may have been reluctant to do so, she clearly had a brutal side Lethe did not particularly like being on the opposite end of.]

Throughout my travels, only those familiar with Tellius or its residents have ever heard of Laguz... or Beorc for that matter.

[maidaein]

It is perhaps fortunate that our terms are so... unique.

Speaking of, I see why you're hiding, but it's not as nearly necessary as you might believe.

I'm sure you're aware Princess Leanne is here.