Looking For The Queen

Meanwhile, inside New Eden, Astaroth was planning out ways to train the populace of Bastion City in safety protocols with Aravelle. The man was old and a fount of knowledge, and he had many good ideas.

Of course, even if he wanted to say yes to all these things, he wouldn't answer without consulting Phoenix. And that was only after he found her and apologized profusely.

"Alright, Aravelle. Thank you for all the ideas. Sounds great. But I have to go and find Phoenix. I can't leave things as they are right now."

Aravelle snickered at him.

"I was wondering when you would realize that. I only kept you from darting after her. She seemed like she needed time. But you should have realized at least an hour ago that she needs you to find her, too."

Astaroth's eye twitched.

"I don't remember asking you to butt into my relationship…"