Reinys, and New Friends

A familiar face amongst a new city was a relief, calming the anxiety I had about being so far away from home. Lady Naya had sent me here with a purpose, much like Reinys had been sent with, so I did not wish to disappoint those that had sent us so far and expected so much from us. I had been charged with bringing specific items for Reinys and Yldris from Lady Naya and then essentially following Reinys wherever her travels were to take her. I was excited, but at the same time, it worried me much like the ghosts on the journey did.
 
After arriving in Stronghold and handing off the gifts, I was thrown into a group of loud and constantly talking people. I spoke little, not quite yet finding my voice in the turmoil of this new experience. Reinys always sent soft smiles of encouragement my way, but I still was very unsure of myself. It was hard to find a voice when everyone here was so opinionated, but I knew it would come shortly. My temper and personality that Reinys knew so well would come to the surface and everyone would wish that I had stayed silent.
 
It was more fun to observe as the group interviewed various people to join the party. I was meant to follow Reinys so I would be joining the party, no matter what the others thought. I saw the group as a very eclectic mix of crazy and intelligence, making it easy to see why they had voted her as their leader. She was the only level-headed one of the lot, the only one that could save them from themselves if need be.
 
Until a decision was reached with certain people, it seemed that we would be spending at least a few days with time to ourselves in Stronghold. Reinys put her time towards studies while I put my time towards translations. The academy so close to the city and the breadth of knowledge that was so close to my fingertips here was unfortunately fueled by the amount of gold one had, so translations for others was the only way I could think of to fill my coin pouch a little.
 
At least my time with this group would not be dull. I hoped that maybe some of the group at least could become friends and comrades, while others I was still weary about. Only time would tell, but I had one goal, to follow the one I considered a sister and help her as much as I could.