Serah gave a ‘hmph!’ at Caius’ implication, crossing her arms. He was underestimating his own abilities clearly, if he thought she did THAT much. She had tried her gambit of course, she wouldn't deny it did damage, but the beast was still charging thereafter! It was clear therefore, that Caius had been the MVP here, No doubt in her mind in fact! He and his partner had sacked the creature, With some minor aid from her of course!

”I fired some arrows and it kept charging! You and him…”

She gave gentle smile the dragon’s way, nodding her head.

”Deserve the credit here, I mean did you see yourself? You were like.. ZOOM, and then, ZAM! And lot of WHOOSH to! All over the place, I could never do something like that, it’s amazing, really”

She lopped on the praise, because she really did feel Caius deserved it. Behemoths were no casual foe, it was worth celebrating when you beat one due to just how tough they were. This was even more true of the toughest of them,able to cause destruction like what this one had. Destruction that they, thankfully were able to lessen. Serah herself took a breath as she tried to relax, glad she had been able to help her friend regardless. Between them both they were able to ensure people could get away,and fell the nasty beast.

”I’m not sure what’s more fear-inducing fighting them, or trying to sneak past the things in the dark”

Now THAT had been a frightful ordeal! But one she and Noel managed none the less. That said, she was not in any hurry to do it again, Whether she could handle the accompanying fight or not. She had to smile as Caius gave his own compliments however. He was right, she had learned a lot on her journey. As hard as it was… as painful as it was. She wouldn't want to undo the things she had been through. The scars of the past after all, had led to the happy future she had found herself in. And… yes, even where she was now, With her sisters carving out their life in this world.

”Yeah… I’ve learned a lot from my sisters… and all of my friends. I don’t know where I'd be without them!”

Caius refused her aide for himself, Under normal circumstances she’d have insisted upon it but… he cared for his partner, that was likely the driving force. So she’d do as he asked, but she’d be keeping a close eye on him as well to ensure he really would be fine. That wouldn't stop her however, from looking the dragon’s way with a grin, quip at the ready.

”Stubborn, isn’t he?”

She giggled, before gently moving towards Vordun, gently as well, she didn’t know what the dragon did and didn't understand. It was clearly smart but… there was no need causing undue stress was there? So approaching slowly, once he did know as such she would begin working her magic.

”Not enough for a huge spell.. Thankfully not needed here… I should have just the thing to patch this up.. Stay still for me ok? This should only feel a little weird~”

Switching to Medic Abilities, Serah would weave her Cura Spell, focusing it on Vordun’s gained wounds as she walked around him, ensuring she didn’t miss anything, the magic of course would have worked through him regardless, but Serah was the type that wanted to make sure for herself that everything healed up fine, just like it was supposed to. Once it had she gave a deep breath of her own, Stepping back she then gave a light smile back a the dragon.

”There, all better”

Vordun was now healed, know what that meant? Serah did. Still facing the dragon she gained a knowing smile she lightly poked her head towards Caius, as if saying ‘him to right?’ Whether it was acknowledged or not Serah still faced Caius. The familiar tenge of light once more came to Serah’s hands as she smiled teasingly at Caius.

”Stubborn students really should just accept the teachers help you know~”

Then without another word Serah would begin to weave her magic once more, more tiring this time as she really was now exhausting her energy now between this and the arrows earlier. As she looked the man over he made a surprising statement, at least to her. Serah, despite her abilities didn’t consider herself a warrior, or a mercenary. She’d of course do what she needed to do, but she generally was not outside that. On the other hand she absolutely loved adventure, learning and seeing knew things. Something she hadn’t been able to allow herself to focus on since coming here. Of course she also liked helping people. She chuckled, playfully raising her eyebrow.

”Additude? You’d want someone in the Dragonblades whose first words were set on trying to strike you down in for her sister?”

Despite this, between Caius’ thoughts on the matter and the discussion she had already had with her sister, she couldn't help but find it appealing…

”I can make time, I think… Of course my sisters and job come first but… if thats ok… it sounds rather fun… we should definitely talk about it”

She chuckled at the dragon’s antics in the between, noting when Caius decided to skin the behemoth. That made sense, she was no expert of course but her time with Noel had taught her that there was value in those things, him and the hunting tribe they had run into. Serah took her own seat, letting Caius go about his business. She’d have offered to help but… well, she both wasn’t into skinning things, and wasn’t an expert in it as Noel, and presumably Caius were.

”That makes sense… No sense in letting it go to waste ether right? If you can use it for better. Well this has been… an exciting day hasn’t it? I was expecting to go home to Claire and Lumina, and whatever chaos my little sister might be causing but… I’m glad I could help, that we could help people”

That really did… mean a lot to her.

There, and again. She knew Lumina didn’t mean to bring it up, but the memories were still painful to her. It was a time, such a long time that she wasn’t able to help Snow. That he had to be alone, guilty of what he felt he had been unable to do. The memory made her rub her arm sadly, though she didn’t bring it up.Still, Despite Lumina’s messing with him she did care, even if she had her…. Unique ways of going about it. Besides, Lumina’s choice of room size had reassured her, it was like a poke of support for his eventual coming. That they would find their way to each other, like they always did.

”He’s always cared you know, I know he comes off as show offy at times, but… I don’t call him a hero.. For no reason, watching him all that time… I’m sure you saw it right? I’d say he’s done more than ‘shape up’ sis~””

She gave a playful wink, of course given her state at the time she had little more than a hazy version of Lumina’s, and perhaps that was a little more deep than Lumina’s teasing might have warranted. But it was something she believed. Lighting was a Savior, Snow was a Hero. They had both done a lot for the world. They both deserved a second chance, they both deserved to be able to live their lives free of the the past. The most important people in her heart were those three. Perhaps she was a little bias in thinking they deserved it most, but then, that was her right as a fiance and sister right?

….that said, she would personally smack a god if it decided to repeat what happened with Claire with Snow. Dealing with a sixteen year old Snow would be [way to awkward!

When it came to Lumina’s observation Serah gave a firm nod. This was what she wanted, for Claire to be able to live her life freely, to just be her. She wanted her to enjoy the air, to enjoy the wild life (within reason, looking at you, Bombs) every sight, every smell, without having to worry about anything. Without having to worry about her, Still, despite this she frowned.

”Is this how mom would have handled it you think? Am I doing what I should? Handling things how I should? I can’t help but wonder.. You know? Am I someone she’ll rely on… if i’m too harsh will she hide things from me?”

If Lumina hadn’t grasped the gravity of what she mean’t, she likely would as Serah rubbed her arm nervously, namely the spot a certain mark used to be.

”Important things…. Am I…. a proper big sister?”

Unfortunately for Lumina, but fourntly for Serah, her ‘little big sister’ had given her an out, that was, her own chance to tease Lumina. To which she happily gave a smile to do so.

”Oh? But Claire, aren’t you the one that said Hope is the type of guy Claire would go for?”

Oh yeah, her grin was massive, the smugness perhaps the top of what Serah could radiate. She couldn't help herself in doing so. And she wasn’t done.

”Listen for a girl your age it’s perfectly natural to start taking interest in boys that way. Why when i was your age…”

A playful arm to her forehead, and a mock sigh escaped her lips, oh yes, perfect. But their was a more serious side to this conversation to.

”I can’t tell you what to do sis, I… can only give my thoughts. If you don’t see him that way though, the best thing to do would be to tell him right? He deserves to know, even if it causes him some hurt. It’s one thing to indulge how you feel, it’s another to lead someone on so you can keep feeling that way, so… how do you feel? As or your age….”

Another playful moment, Serah crossed her arms behind the Blazefire saber at her back, smiling warmly, yet playfully.

”You don’t look a day over five hundred!”

When the subject came to those centuries together, Serah couldn't help but smile warmly at her sister’s word. They had been through a lot together, even if it might not seem like that to the perspective of most. Serah liked to think they influenced each other during that time, they certainly did now.

”It may be the one thing an ignorant god did right. Putting us together.. Though, i should clarify, sis, I’m not five hundred years plus ether, you see, I was a spirit that whole time, so how could I age you know?”

The warm smile maintained, she tilted her head and grin

”Great huh…? By that reaction… that sounds an awful lot like your enjoying it deeper, very well, Clarity it is~”

Her sister’s reactions were fun to see, she would much rather see her like this than the brooding self she had started to become. She enjoyed it, she wanted it to continue because it was nice for her to. She could relate, to having someone you love… not be there. To be separated from someone your heart acked for. So she would help Clarity, help her keep smiling, laughing, and yes, even keep being embarrassed.

”Well I can’t argue with you there~! I’d never be able to pull off the cute outfits Lebreau helped me with! I mean, can you IMAGINE me or you in full plate armor? No way, not even with Lightning's blade will I be doing that”

Oh but Lumina would have her comeback, and in the best way as it was Serah’s turn now to become flustered. Her marriage? But Snow wasn’t even here yet! Then again… there was so much to plan for weddings wasn’t there? She’d have to pick the right spot in the world, find a place that represented their love…. Find the right outfit for her….. The right one for Snow… invite anyone she needed to by that point.. Ah she’d need to get catering for it!

….Lumina had now been the one to give Serah a focus so to speak.

”I…I… you're right! There's so much to plan! I was putting it off until he go here, but what am I thinking?? If i have it prepared we can finally get it done as soon as he lands! The room… yes, that’ll be the first step! Of course I have sis… thank you””

Lumina, you’ve unleashed a monster…

But one that would be quelled for now as Lumina gripped her head, this of course caused Serah to leap forward in a rush, grabbing her sister’s arms in worry. The pained expression on her face told volumes when she knew anything could happen here. The possibilities raced through her mind. Things that would hurt, things she didn’t want to happen, but then…

A reporter? A reporter in the New World…. Serah thought about it, her hands not letting go of her sister as she did so. There had been several. But if there was one that would stand out…

”Do you mean Aoede? Well, yes. She went around asking me, and everyone else about the old world, about the memories people still had of it. I told her my account, but… also I felt if people fully remembered they might be held back living their lives now… then, but.. I remember she worried after that but, she kept going, as she should”

The memory made her smile but, more than that, her expression turned confused.

”Wait, but how do you know about…. that?”

She blinked in confusion, finally letting her sister go once she was steady. Lumina hadn’t come to the new world, or… if she had it was as a full part of Lighting. As far as she had surmised though Lumina hadn’t had memory of it here, or at least she had never brought up the New World to her.

”......if you start giving stoic grunts I’m going to riot”

She chuckled, despite her worry.things moved on. Lumina accepted the role Serah wanted to play, which warmed Serah’s heart. Despite this Lumina of course still worried. She was her big sister after all. That protectiveness would always be there. Well, of course it was. She had sheltered her soul for so long hadn’t she?

”I’ll be careful, I promise. I don’t have any intention of fighting if I don’t need to, or putting myself in harm's way needlessly. I’m only going to do what I need to, to protect our happiness. So… thank you, sis, thank you for understanding, I have to make my big sister proud right?”

It seemed though that Lumina would be able to give her those fireworks, or at least a form of them. The excitement of which gave a bright twinkle in Serah’s eyes as she, rather excitedly proceeded to pick ‘Clarity’ up in a tight hug.

”Really? Yes! Make it happen, Ah…. to see them again i thought…”

But, there was a catch. Well not so much a ‘catch’ as her sister needing her help. Well not so much ‘needing her help’ as ‘not wanting to do it herself’ But that was ok. She was clearly, ever so clearly trying to prod her into it. But that was fine, she didn’t mind helping her sister when she needed it.

”Next week, assuming this trip isn’t TO long, I have a few days off I can use to run your errand”

She crossed her arms, shaking her head, as if trying to predict what Lumina might do with that time she was away.

”which, if I’m doing that, YOUR taking over Guardian of Claire duties while I’m gone, a fair trade yes? Besides…. I have to admit, it is exciting, seeing a new place”

She grinned, yeah she wasn’t just going to let things run wild, She’d have enough worry about Claire while she was off on this errand.

Serah frowned, crossing her arms as Lumina at last made it very clear what she meant the girl sighed.

”Yes yes, ok MOM, I’ll remember, I know, I want to be respected as a teacher, I need to dress the part, I’m sure you know just the garb for all this to~”

And then Lumina made a good and loud sound, very firmly, very loudly, in a way that made it very clear what her opinion was.

”Oh but come on sis….”

She squinted, sighing, she thought it would be cool, but if Clarity had this much of a reaction to it…

”Ok fine… no nickname. Your right, your right. I was just trying to go for the coolness factor you know?
Serah sighed as Lumina continued, putting a hand on her hip in her typical ‘meanie miss farron’ pose, though this time it was more to indicate that she knew Lumina was up to something here.

”Right, And why do I get the feeling you have a SPECIFIC one in mind, Clarity? I hadn’t considered it yet….. I guess I wouldn't be opposed….”

A thoughtful hand to her chin was what Lumina would see as Serah went into though… why yes, Serah did know what Lumina likely had in mind… sneaky, sneaky was she.

But she couldn't deny that the prospect was appealing.

Wish

She was right, of course. It was crazy to think about sometimes… but they had, for centuries, been together. Serah smiled, nodding in agreement.

That won’t change, you know. We are a family, the Farron sisters… that's a bond nothing can break”

She truly did believe that. If nothing else she trusted in their bond more than anything. She wouldn't let anything break it, and she knew her sister’s felt the same way. Their connection was one they wouldn't allow to tarnish. As long as they were here they would make a happy life. As long as she was here she would ensure Claire’s happiness. This was a world she could be happy, and where Lumina could be free. She… wanted her to be happy as well, but she knew how hard that would be for her right now. What she could do was support her, and ensure she still smiled. Sister’s supported each other… and she had no intention of leaving Lumina’s side. When it came to her assessment of Snow Serah gave a playful huff ass she crossed her arms. This side might seem comical to anyone watching them, the way Serah reacted to the smaller girl in exactly the way she would the big sister she actually was. Lumina wasn’t as bad as Light had been, but she still underestimated him! Or, more likely didn’t see his charm as well.

”Hmph, clearly you both need me to teach you better taste if a hero like Snow is barely passing! Next you’ll start knocking his sense of fashion, I swear”

Oh she likely would Serah, Claire herself to boot!

Lumina hadn’t intended it, surely but the reminder that Serah herself was a lot of the reason Light had ended up the say she did hinged her a bit. She knew that was the truth, If Light hadn’t had to raise her, look out for her future… she could have had her life, her dreams… maybe she could have found her ‘Hope’

…..She could have her life now, though, she was going to make sure it.

”Yeah… I remember, I'm glad she has her life now, you know? I’m glad you can both live your lives…”

She gave a half smile, She still felt guilty about that at times, that she had taken so much of her sister’s life from her. It was why it was harder for her to get on Claire here, though she certainly had. It was a rough balance, deciding what to do, when to let her go and when to reel her in.

Twin devils indeed, had she misworded there…? Of course, her protectiveness… she couldn't help that though. This big sister thing was confusing but… one thing she was sure of was that whoever was with Claire had to be the right person, someone who would make her happy!

Luckly the subject didn’t stay here, but on the lighter subject of Leo, Lumina seemed to agree that telling him was best, though she was worried how he would feel. She could understand why, of course. But if it remained this way the guy would just remain confused and, possibly hurt.

”I understand that… but the way things are going he’s going to be hurt anyway sis. At least this way he knows the truth, and he can decide what to do on his own, thats the right thing right?, oh and sis, so am I, technically I doubt that's going to stop Claire from trying something if Snow doesn’t hurry up and get here”

Serah sighed, rubbing her forehead at the thought. Little did Serah know, Claire was already trying to date off one of her sisters!

It made her feel unique.. Yeah she could see that, it was something that had been a big thing for Lumina before. Serah could tell the difference in her sisters, she saw each of them as their own unique person despite what anything else said. And in this world at least, they could live their own lives. Serah grinned, it was nice huh? Hand to her hip she nodded.

”I don’t have to call you that you know, But if you do like it.. Well, what do you think? I can leave that to Leo if you’d prefer it only be him~”

Yes she was teasing, she couldn't help herself. It wasn’t as if she had to worry about Lumina’s dating life after all right? So it was safe to make little teases like this to help her smile or retaliate with her own comebacks. This was a safe bet.

….right?

When corrected the taller Farron would sigh, flipping her hair back as if to say ‘I know, I KNOW’ However it also returned that playful, teasing grin to Serah’s face as she pretended to look her sister, walking about the room and leaning in, even putting her hand to her chin in mock thought.

”I don’t know sis, I seem to remember Lighting Farron being taller… more built… ready to kick someones face in at a moments notice…”

She chuckled, but it was also her way of repeating what she had already said, that Lumina was Lumina, her own person. That said she did understand what she meant by it. Claire hadn’t done those things, of course she hadn’t. Somehow she was sure the opinion and actions towards Snow wouldn't be… too different though.

Definitely more chaotic, however.

She frowned at the subject of time to herself. Maybe, but what was she supposed to do for that? She could go on a trip with Lumina, but that would hardly be the type of free time Lumina mean’t. She didn’t have NORA or people in general to hang out with other than the teachers at school, as focused on taking care of things as she had been lately. She supposed she could just… visit some places? Meet new people? That did sound nice, but she’d need to keep it around here of course. She was still taking care of Claire after all.

”Oh? And what does my big sister recommend? Though… that's not a solution is it? Heh… still, i guess you're right”

That frown returned when her love of Lighting was brought up. Her free arm protectively wrapped around her waist as her head leaned to the side in thought. Of course she did. How much had her sister done for her? How had she sacrificed? More than that her sister was… her sister. She loved her, she cared about her.

”Of course I do, Those memories shouldn't fade to darkness… no matter what. Even if I'm the only one carrying the memory on, I don’t want it to die. I refuse to forget the way i’m forgetting… that man”

Lumina was right, she realized. She could never forget the memories back home after all. The ones here were the ones she had to fight for. The ones she refused to let fade away. She subcounsly ran her hands along the hilt of the Blazefire Saber as she thought about it, thought about everything.

”I’m…. Already forgetting someone important, someone who helped me save her, sis. I… I can barely remember his face. I don’t want that to happen to these memories, the ones i made with her here, I refuse to let them, or her memory die”

She giggled as Lumina spoke on the role she chose, telling her not to overdo it and reminding her that she wasn’t alone, that she always had her. At this Serah smiled, pulling the Saber from its sheath and letting it rest in front of her, as if making a pledge.

”If you're worried about me going all ‘Army Of One’ sis, Don’t be, I know better. I don’t plan on trying to carry the world on my shoulders, and…. I don’t plan on doing everything alone. If anything…. I’m gonna need your help now more than ever hehe… What I do plan on doing… is preserving the happiness we have here, no matter what. I mean… you and Light look the best when you smile. If I need to fight to protect our happiness… I want to be ready, I WILL be ready”

She smiled, tilting her head to the side once more as she resheathed the saber.

”It’s my turn to be the hero, you know? That’s all, and heroes are nothing without the people supporting them”

She made that reference to her fiance whole heartedly with a big, confident, happy grin-it was something she would not go back on.

”Though I wish…. We had some of those wish granting fireworks, it would make things easier wouldn't it? It… would be nice to see them again”

And.. things turned around to that Fiance not being here, and her ae compared to her students, to which was gained another huff as she crossed her arms once more.

”Hey my age shouldn't matter, they need to respect their teachers! Oh… i’ll give them a firm talking to!”

Poor students… they might soon learn the terror that was ‘Meanie Miss Farron’

”Really…? That makes it feel nice working there then… heh..”

Serah still wasn’t connecting the dots, no she wasn’t. It seemed Serah had her own ‘moments’ and this one, was the very obvious point her sister was trying to point out to her.

”Of course she would! I mean you see me don’t you? She gave me a lot of my clothing advice while i lived with NORA you know”

That… might have explained a lot actually.

Lumina kept going into the subject of clothes, much to Serah’s delight. It seemed she would have a whole wardrobe from her sister by the time things were done… The thought made her happy. It made her delighted! She went over the the thoughts in her head, the possibilities for their trip before jumping for joy , hands shot in the air along with her. If Lumina was worried that Serah planned to follow down the Lighting path fully, perhaps this would reassure her.

”Thank you sis! I’m in your hands~ we’ll make a whole day out of it, you and me! Farron sisters on the town! Honestly my last big wardrobe change was due to magical intervention, so this is going to be fun”

She blinked at Lumina’s talk of dressing more maturely, and then, invading Lumina’s personal space put a hand to her forehead as if checking her temperature. She kept her hand there for a moment before leaning back up, tapping her chin in thought.

”Huh…. No fever… well.. If you want to sis! Oh but I do have one question…”

She took this one seriously, though in truth what Lumina was about to hear might come off more comedic to her ears. Serah looked determined, it was clear what she was about to say seemed like a ‘must do’ for her.

”What should my nickname be?! Thunder?? I don’t know a bunch of electric based names!”

Oh….. boy….

That moment was for them. A moment for sisters to cry into each other's arms. For sisters who both knew the cruelty of this world first hand. They let their emotions loose into each other. Both cried for each other, for what they had been through. Yes this moment was theirs. And when they looked up from it? Tear filled smiles adorned them both. To let loose those emotions they had been holding inside… yes it was just what they had needed. The storm clouds had not fully parted, but they at least had been able to relive some of their pent up rain. Before she let Lumina down she had one thing to add.

”We can lean on each other, sis”

When it was done she wiped the drying tears from her face, yes… it had done a lot for her as well.

She chuckled as Lumina conceded to her sister’s knowing. Of course she did! They were sisters after all. Serah knew all about her sisters, past and present. She knew how they ticked and how they moved. This didn’t make her a mind reader of course, they did surprise her quite a bit. But she knew who they were at their core.To Serah they were not the same person, at least not anymore. Putting that aside though…. Lumina’s situation made it all the easier.

But that wasn’t to say Serah was perfect in this matter, Lumina and Light were clever little things after all. Still, reality and what Serah thought were two different things here.

”Of course~ Can’t put the wool over my eyes!”

She gave a wide grin, patting her sister's shoulder playfully. As the subject came to Leo, Lumina’s reply made her giggle, nodding her head in agreement.

”She’s always been like that, even if it changed over time. I mean, look how long it took her to see how great Snow is!”

It had been a worry in Serah’s mind if she was being honest, Leo was a good kid at heart, but Serah was also *protective* at heart when it came to her family. Much in the same way her older had been of her, though not QUITE as strong a showing.

Yet…..

Serah did cross her arms in thought however, when the subject of who Claire would be interested in came up. Someone like Hope? Her thoughts went over that, Serah had the advantage of, rather ironically knowing Hope at several stages in his life. It was because of this fact that a thought occurred to her, that thought being that… if Lumina was correct, which she probably was, then ironically the type of person Claire would go for was the exact type her older self wanted for her. …..that explained a lot actually. She had to admit it did sound right however. If someone was going to be with her sister she’d like it to be someone like Hope. She’d rather it be someone like that than a trouble maker, or person that would encourage her…. Habits a lot. At the same time Lumina was right, someone who would support her was needed, truly and without restraint. If someone was to love her… yes.. Lumina was right. That was certainly her sisters type.

”You know…that's definitely light, do you think she’d admit such though? I wonder if she would with how she acts… not that i'm in any hurry for her to… andn I’d have to make sure the person was…”

She cut herself off, she was going to say ‘just right’ a bright blush of embarrassment crossing her face as the conversation continued. With witch, Serah had her own comment to make.

”Owe? And whos who in that scenario sis? You sure it isn’t double devils? Maybe to Leo there's one…”

The smile spoke of her joking around in that matter. She had to admit though that while Leo may not have been Claire’s type in anyway, he at least perhaps could be a source of comfort for Lumina. At least that was the impression she had gotten so far. She only stopped letting herself be carried because of the risk of people seeing, and even after that they held hands.

”Well is it fair not to? Assuming he can’t already see through the different ways you both act, He’s getting the way you treat him, and the way Light treats him… which as you’ll recall are very different. One second he’s holding hands with her the next he’s getting a face full of DON’T TOUCH MEEE! I mean, if he can’t tell that's got to hurt at some point right? At least if he knows whos who to a degree he doesn’t have to deal with wondering what's going on?”

She put a thoughtful hand to her chin when hearing the nickname Leo had given to ‘Claire’ raising an eyebrow in the process, a playful, teasing smirk of her own playing across her features.

”Maybe he does… more importantly it sounds like you like that name a bit, eh Clarity?, in any case… I do think he should know, don’t you?”

Lumina giggle, she gave a proper lumina one, and it made serah smile warmly when she saw it, though she gave a huff when called ‘Mrs Farron’ crossing her arms once more.

”A system of chaos you mean! Sheesh, and to think she’d get on me about my dates with Snow later… at least I didn’t skip out on class…”

Oh she could believe that Claire would do her own homework, to an extent given her goals. What was harder to believe, more so given the way her dear sister was cracking up was that she was to proud to let Lumina’s help, or allow her to help.

”Oh sure she doesn’t, and I'm the Valkyrie herself! Still…. As long as she’s still learning it’s hard to get on her, which I'm sure she’s VERY aware of. *sigh*” I’m trying to let her enjoy her new freedom, I want her to… but I have to balance things somehow don’t I? If I let her go to wild… *sigh*”

She was conflicted in that manner, between letting Claire enjoy the new life she had and making sure she grew up properly, without a mess of bad habits. It wasn’t that she mistrusted her sister ether, Claire was a good, if chaotic young girl. She just… wanted her future to be the best possible.

Serah gulped, though it was to a younger tone her older sister’s way of speaking always had its way of grasping her attention. She blinked in surprise, but shook her head, a determined look on her face as she grasped the hilt of the blade instinctively.

”I need something to protect myself and… I refuse to let those memories fade away.She wouldn't have wanted the last time her weapon was wielded to be against people she cared about, to harm people. Besides…. I’m the protector now right?”

She listened as her sister continued, her hand not leaving the hilt as she closed her eyes in thought. She knew these things, she knew how special it was. That was why she refused to let it remain buried, for it’s last use to have been in such a horrible way. No, she would carry its legacy into the future instead, in her hands. She opened her eyes as Lumina finished that determined smile still present on her face.


”I’m happy to invoke it”

Her move had worked, checkmate. Lumina was now far to into helping her decide her new wardrobe to focus on her own inner feelings. Serah of course had every intent on stoking that flame to. Though this didn’t come before a haunting realization for Serah:The senior students gazes, immediately causing serah to become flustered as she flailed her arms. Her face turned red as she shook her head in denial.


”W..what do you mean? My students wouldn't be like that! I’ve seen no such thing I… I’ll give them detention if they do!”

Oh yeah, she was way over the hill on that, her students couldn't be giving her gazes!

”B..but I am someone's fiance!”

Serah defended, wasn’t that a good thing then???

That said she did like the outfit Lumina was describing. She tried to envision it and it sounded nice… it wasn’t modern like most of her current clothing but that made since for where they were living. Besides it sounded adorable and very comfertable which she loved! ….wait a second…

”Hey don’t knock Lebreau like that, she’s great!”

Yeah, what Lumina likely really meant went over her head there…

Despite that initial take back she would soon lean in as Lumina really got into things. She smiled.

”Should I take this as a yes then~? Can I count on you to make the wondrous outfit your sister desperately needs? Oh Clarity I need you!”

She wanted to keep that smile… for as long as she could.


She had said so when they met up once more and she still believed it now….

Lumina deserved to be happy…

And besides she had something from ‘Lighting’

This was for Lumina above all else but… she wanted something special from her too.

Something that couldn't be taken away.