Mission 1 - S.S.D.D.

[kublan]

Genessia City - City Streets

[It's not common for people who suddenly wake up in a completely different universe to be calm and walk around like it's just another day, but for Agent Dantes, it really is - sort of. Once he made it out of the Bay, his face plate disassembles to slide back and reveal his face. He puts his rifle on the magnet on his back before taking a seemingly casual stroll, trying to blend in as much as he could in his streamlined armor with holstered weapons on it. His stride is calm and confident despite the funny looks he's getting from some of the pedestrians on the sidewalk. He has the pamphlet, the money, and his communicator stored within his armor's storage compartments, but he wears the necklace around his arm instead, wrapped around his gauntlet like a chained wrist accessory.

It didn't take long before Troy found something to do in this new world. Troy stopped for a minute to help a delivery crew, as one of their truck's wheels that got stuck on a ditch in the road. After talking with the crew who told him about the called-for help is running late, Troy wasted no time and lifted the vehicle slightly just to free it out of the trench. It seemed easy for him because of his armor. After exchanging a few more words with a grateful crew, Troy waves as they went on their way. He sighs with pride as he stood tall with his fist on his waist.

That was before Troy notices someone with the same gemstone necklace he has. Troy clears his throat and dusts his armored palms together, towards the other person with the necklace. He gets their attention them with a friendly upward nod before pointing to their necklace]

Say, how long have you been in here for?

Genessia City - Schnee Company Office

[Troy observes the facade of the Schnee Company's headquarters for a good few seconds, trying to burn the images of important locations in the city into his memory. He remembers seeing the girl in white from the hologram earlier. He lets himself in, but not before freeing himself from his armor and taking the necklace. The suit opens up to let Troy walk out of it before assembling itself again. The armor stayed outside to stand guard while Troy enters and approaches the front desk without any visible hesitation.

He fixes the cuffs and the collar of his white jacket over his black fitting shirt, to make himself look presentable before speaking to the attendant]

Hi there. I was encouraged by a certain Weiss Schnee to drop by.

[Troy raises the hand that is holding the necklace]

I have some questions about these "archways".

Comments

[watercharm]

[She's happy to hear that he's interested. She knows there are plenty of places to fight but there should be a place to learn as well. Not just sword skills but when to use them, about discipline, light and darkness.]

I've achieved the mark of mastery but I don't think anyone stops learning. [She hopes to pass on at least a little of what she knows.

Aqua laughs softly, her lips curling into a wide smile.] Thank you. That's very nice of you to say.

[There is a faint blush to her cheeks as she glances back towards where they are headed. She's confident and strong but a little awkward about things she has very little experiance with.]

Would you be interested in a training ground as well?

[kublan]

[Troy laughs a bit more through his grin after seeing Aqua's blushing reaction. It was cute, and unexpected. He's just going to cool it with the flirting, for now, and just walk with Aqua and keep up his end of the conversation.]

Joining your school? I would be, yeah! I like seeing other people's fighting styles and teaching complete beginners. But I'm gonna have to know more about the specifics you've got planned for it, and who else is involved.

[Troy gets the feeling he'll work well enough with Aqua, but if there's anybody else involved, he'll like to meet them first. Because he and Terra may rub each other the wrong way]

[watercharm]

[Aqua nods, it only makes sense and wants to be careful of those who train at her school. It isn't just skill that needs to be past from teacher to pupil.]

No one just yet. I had thought to ask ....

[It's complicated where Terra is involved. He isn't ready to become a teacher. Aqua will keep watch over him but she has yet to know if he's succumb to the darkness in his heart. She looks over at Troy with a smile.]

I have a few friends here but it's not the sort of thing to ask lightly. I'm happy to have other teachers but I'd rather test them myself.

I wouldn't want to put someone's training in the hands of someone false. [Her heart aches remembering her own master but she quickly pushes the thought away.]

Would you be alright with a test? As well as anyone else taking the same test. Administered by you or me. [She has a feeling he'd pass.]

[kublan]

Me? Well I'll be.

[There was a brief second pause. He didn't expect Aqua to allow him to administrate membership tests this soon. He's flattered, but she hasn't even seen him fight yet.]

I'm not opposed to a test for teachers, it only makes sense to see what they're made of before you give them the job. Though I'm honored you think I'm worthy to do administrative duties already. Am I really that trustworthy lookin' to you?

[He raises a brow at Aqua, while the corner of his lips remained quirked. The two crossed a second street, reaching the second block in the direction of Aqua's residence.]

[watercharm]

[She looks at him with a smile, looking as if she might laugh.]

You think I'm wrong?

[Aqua looks both ways before moving across the street.]

It's just a feeling and I'm going to trust it.

[Somehow she knows he's more than just a good person. Though there are things she wonders about. Aqua knows she can trust him.

She laughs softly.] That okay?

[kublan]

You couldn't be even more right.

[Troy grins some more and responds with a playful boast. He is the type to trust his feelings, so getting to meet a girl like that made him like Aqua more. He sees her walking towards a certain building after crossing the street, so he just followed her to the door]

Well it seems like we've arrived at your place.

[Troy would stop and face Aqua once they arrive the door. His confident grin had a hint of flirty. He made her blush earlier, and now that she's heading home he feels like flirting with her again.]

We're gonna have to talk some more about your plans for that training academy some other time then, miss. Maybe over a cup of coffee?

[watercharm]

[She stops just in front of her building with a warm smile. Troy certainly knows how to make a good first impression and she found that she's enjoy their short time in each other's company.]

We have. Thank you for walking me home.

[Aqua knows he had been searching for answers about this world but it's been nice all the same. She's usually out by herself these days. At his next question her smile widens.]

I'd like that. I don't think I've had coffee here.

[Though there are more than a few cafe's and coffee shops in town.]

[kublan]

Well you're very welcome, miss.

[Troy's ego got a bit of a boost when he heard Aqua agree to his offer. A few moments ago she was just blushing, but now this.]

Let me know what time I should pick you up. I'd love to talk to you about your plans for this academy, and just about anything else.

[There is a lot more he wants to talk to Aqua about, and the feeling was mutual in that he enjoyed her company as well despite their walk being brief. He leans forward just a little, being a tease and making Aqua think that he's going to do something. But in the middle of that, he extends his hand for a handshake. His grin wider than before and with a hint of mischief]

Call me Troy. I figure you're going to need that name. For contacting me.

[watercharm]

[Her smile widens slightly.]

I'm planning to send out a video once I have all the details worked out. I'll send you a message then and we can meet.

[She'd rather have something to show him before they got together. She is a little curious to meet him again and learn more about him.]

I'm Aqua. [She feels a little silly for not saying so earlier.]

I'll see you later then, Troy.

[kublan]

Aqua it is.

[Troy nods as he prepared to continue his exploration of Genessia city.]

I look forward to it. You have a good one.

[He waves her goodbye before going on his way]