A strange alliance, the journey continues

[Yu Kanda]

Quiet yet observant Kanda looked around him, there was no sign of Quill. Instead a new person, or perhaps creature was a better word, stood in front of the trio. Never before did he see such a strange creature. She even seemed intelligent and was communicating at a normal human level. The fact that it didn't seem to bother Ruby did make Kanda a bit more suspicious of her. But for now he went with it and asked the questions that were bothering him most.

'What is this place, Ambrosia, you speak of ? And where exactly are we ?'

The creature that introduced herself as Matilda Waltz blinked a couple of times looking at Kanda's direction. 'Where are you ? What are you, new ? This verse is called the tangled green, it's rich forests cover most of its land. And Ambrosia is a city ruled by princess Guu, a strong prime. The city is a safe haven for many like us that were looking for a place they could live peacefully. It's actually not that far from here, about two hours travelling in that direction' Matilda pointed toward the direction to which she was referring.

Both Mr. Layton and Ruby listened carefully to her words and seemed excited to hear there was a city nearby, civilization wasn't far off. But for Kanda it sounded too good to be true. A safe city ? In a place like this ? There must be a catch, there must be something off with a story like that.
'Perhaps you could take us there ? So we can see for ourselves ?' Kanda asked

'I could, but it wouldn't be a smart idea'

'I knew it, something isn't right' Kanda thought to himself 'And why isn't that a smart idea?' He asked in a smug kind of way.
'Because it's getting dark, and travelling during nighttime wouldn't be the best move now would it mr.swordsman?' The small creature said with a self satisfied tone of voice. Kanda was obviously getting annoyed by the creature's words, though she was right, the sun started to glow yellow red as it was slowly heading towards the horizon. 'perhaps it might be smart to set up camp before you three continue on your journey.'

Mr. Layton didn't waste a second to respond to the suggestion. 'That's a fine idea miss, will you be joining us ?'

'Joining you ? didn't you hear what I said earlier, I was on my way to treat an injured hiker, which I haven't located yet. So I'd suggest you folks get working on your camp. And beware, there are dangers lurking in these parts. I wish you all luck and perhaps we will meet again in Ambrosia' After these final words she picked up her bag and started walking off between the trees. Leaving the strange trio behind.

Ruby blinked when she heard the word camp and seemed rather excided. Then again she seemed to be in high spirit no matter what the situation. The female warrior was still young, innocent and naive. Even though she was strong she was still a young girl in Kanda's eyes. Mr. Layton was a very smart man, but no warrior. He observed them discussing how to set up camp as he was thinking things over himself. 'If Ambrosia is real then it would be a great place to rest and figure out our next move, If its a trap it may be too much for us to handle. Perhaps its better that I go and scout ahead, although Ruby probably won't agree.' Kanda revealed a soft smile at that last thought.

'What are you smiling about ? excited to camp as well ?' Ruby asked excited.

'Something like that, If you go out to find some wood to start a fire and Mr. Layton find something to eat, then i will clear a small area here for us to set up camp'

Mr. Layton looked at Kanda, and he obviously knew something but agreed to it. Ruby was already dashing towards the trees before even answering. 'This girl really has too much energy' Kanda muttered. Mr Layton then approached Kanda and with a low tone of voice he spoke; 'I know what you are planning, firewood would've been easily summoned using Omnilium. Even though i do not fully agree i can see i cannot stop you. I will explain it to Ruby once she returns'

The hat wearing man was even smarter than Kanda gave him credit for. 'I will send a message about my findings, one way or the other. Please be safe and tell Ruby we will meet again, and thank you.'

Kanda nodded towards Mr.Layton before dashing towards the direction he was told Ambrosia was located.
"Ruby, i'm sorry but this is for the best. Untill we meet again" The words echoed through his mind as he slowly faded into the darkness of the forest.

Kanda's story will continue in Welcome to Ambrosia