“Seek truth from the woman who can grant your heart a measure of peace and put to rest this foolish quarrel.” In frustration Gaia kicks her horse into a light gallop towards the front of the small legion.

“Bette.”

“First priority upon arriving in Natticulus is to send word to my wife, “she says engaged in conversation with another soldier not aware her name had been called however, the soldier sees Gaia awaiting in the distance.

“Bette, it appears Gaia wishes to break words.”

“Gaia?” She replies surprised to hear her name. The soldier nods her head in Gaias direction, turning around while still on her horse Bette faces her. With a cold distance in her stare, this grabbed the attention of all who now laid eyes on them both.

“I ask to share a moment——–in private.” With the exception of Gaias voice all neighboring conversation ceased. Wanting to show her intentions were peaceful Gaia dismounts her horse unfastens her holster containing her swords allowing it to fall to the ground. Her bold action sparked confusion in the minds of Bettes supporters and in unison they all draw their swords in preparation for battle. Never taking her eyes off Gaia, Bette dismounts her horse removing her sword she lays it on top of her horse, then walks towards Gaia slowly. Bettes bold behavior prompted Gaias followers to unsheathed their words as well. No one knew what caused Gaias bold stance given matters seemed to be headed in the right direction. Now it appeared the battle that had been prevented once before had finally come to a head. Realizing her stance gave off the wrong impression she looked to settle the nerves of all including herself.

“You all have no cause to worry, I only seek to break words.”

“Still yourselves, “Bette commands knowing she was in no danger as the time had finally presented itself to discuss the past, “After you.” See says looking back to address the others before following Gaia.

“Where your allegiance lays is of no concern still the life of a fellow soldier and see brain spilled upon ground.” It wasn’t the words that spilled from her tongue that caused fear it was the tone in which she spoke, as a result they all lowered their swords in compliance. Surprisingly she met the gaze of Kelly and like so many times before she smirked causing the hair to rise on the back of her neck. Quickly turning her head she followed behind Gaia until they found a secluded area. Once they were alone Bette awaited for Gaia to speak first. Pacing back and forth she searched for the words her heart could not speak. Finally, stopping looking into the eyes of her former friend she inhales deeply before speaking.