Do you have any Honey to spare?

[Lenneth]

Lenny awoke from his trance as the sun’s rays kissed the soft skin of flawless tan complexion along with the morning dew of a light rain that must have showed over top his form in the midst of night. Lenny quickly shook himself dry like an active puppy before taking in the sweet smells of fresh green that the water give the garden’s life and renewed glow. Standing up from his hovering pose the heartless walked up to the bright crimson petals of some lilies to his right. Soaking up their beauty and tender fragile appeal, he always had enjoyed himself to be one with nature as it felt like sometimes it shunned those of darkness. The realm of light felt often to be refuse to accept such a blessing as this type of green to the many other giving’s that people took for granted but Lenny at least knew such rarities were not that common in many places and enjoyed just for its time to cross his own stream. The town didn’t seem to be all that out of order considering the events that had passed only a few days before Lenny arrived to stroll along its damable light. The town appeared be functioning at its normal levels of activity, the town was doing it best to keep up with the daily lives of their common duties, worker’s buzzing to build and repair, shops opening with the intent to vendor goods to the buyers and such. He dressed as a hidden local with his tan skin and casual dress, jeans to cover his rocking legs and a small hoodie that only rode the top of his torso while the mid-drift exposed to his pleasures to show as his hands were outside his pockets.

They all seemed to be doing fine, there were even armed guards patrolling the streets in waves and routine much like Lenny would expect in a running kingdom. For a ruined government and leaderless Lenneth was surprised to see such order in the potienal of reckless freedom. Maybe they had recovered much faster then the other worlds that have from such a blow to the control system of rule.

But it didn’t mean much else right now, Lenny’s intention drove him past these thoughts as he crossed the town closer to the internal sector closer to castle. His lust for the past lay just ahead likely locked up or placed in storage again due to its nature as just a harmless book or the inverse could hold true. A tiny world was still a world itself and may be a prized to be sought. Either way its size didn’t manner for the heartless, they place held a special spot for small speck of humanity left Lenny cared about and this time he could feel its direction with much more ease. Crossing into down town the pointed arcs and roofs of the castle were in clear view as was the center fount tine of the square.

[Guest]

Ding. Ding. Ding. Ding.

It sounds four times. The sharp pulse of an alarm sounds across a darkened scape. A room seemingly lifeless compared to that of the outer reaches that surrounded it's origins. Though calling out attention it appeared there was naught to alert. There would be a brief pause before another succession of four rung out once more. Again, met with silence... Or had it truly? The faintest trace of a shuffle. A sign of movement from the darkness that continued to overtake the area. However for a short instance in that respect. The evidence of life continued to grow as groan entered the scene. Soon after followed by more shuffles and a sudden hum of mechanical nature. Lines that resembled circuits about the design of the room started to flicker to life before outright producing a consistent glow of energy. Which gave way to a silhouette. It's owner immediately revealed as a flash of white finally filled the room.

Groggy eyes attempted to refocus to the new exposure of light as they fluttered open to the operations taking place. Successful in it's purpose a coarse voice pieced together some form of command but not before a yawn was released. The words needing to be forced out between it. "A-Alarm shut down, ahh-ctivate." Just like that the ping was ceased and from the comforts of what resembled a bed the figure rose. Body slightly hunched over as they pulled themselves along towards a rather intricate looking table. Down into the chair they took a moment to stretch their body and give one more yawn. As a screen of holographic nature rose before them. Hovering just above the the desk was a video feed. The feed itself provided from one of the outer world security cameras. The playback oh which was directed at a small sector of the world. One of the backalleys to be more specific. Where a few connected houses belonging to some of the town's more prominent citizens were located.

Though it may have not drawn immediate concern at first. Confusion if anything at best. Such a remote location being the cause for alert. Upon closer inspection it was revealed that a new and unfamiliar person was spotted roaming the area. They didn't seem hostile in the slightest. A bit provocatively dressed but not dangerous. However the system felt it an occurrence of interest. Something to take notice. Confusion aside by such an action the figure was out of their chair. Stepping across the room as their currently exposed body was covered in a sudden display of pixelated pieces. In turn being outfitted with a more scientific presentation. As their steps continued forward the pixelation grew stronger. Till eventually the figure was surrounded by every inch. One second they were there and the next they were gone. As if completely vanishing from the digital plain.

Phased from her location to the outside world, Axis continued to walk as if nothing had just brought her there. The pieces that had transported her disappearing behind rather quickly till they were all but gone. Her pace was steady but nimble in hopes that she may cross the path of the newcomer in time to greet them. It was nothing personally, she just made it a habit to know who was coming in and out of her town. Especially after the gruesome events met by the former Lord. One could never be too safe. For self and for their people after such political meltdown. Their town was back on it's feet after her stepping in and she wasn't about to allow dysfunction to return for any reason after making so much progress in the right direction. Those thoughts aside however she moved forwards in the given direction. A decently content expression about her person and her hands clasped behind her back. Whoever had arrived was about to make her acquaintance.

[Lenneth]

Crossing pass the shadow of the castle from the morning sun nearly was upon him as he passed the free flowing water located at the center of the square, lining out the structure of the vents with the blue clear shine and decor. It was nice effect to dress with the colors and the shine only was second to the emitting shades casted down at him. Light was always this world’s cursed affinity and the times or verses have not changed that since, Lenny could only recall the stories of this town fallen to darkness under the name of hollow bastion. Oh to be in that time Len could only dream of such dread beauty to grace this radiant kingdom but that may need to come for other day or agenda if he had the spare time.

Taking note a number of people did notice his arrival as his looks often did allure attention rather Lenny wanted it or not, the golden locks of his hair or the statue of human perfection or maybe even just his powers of awe grapping the humans sense of shame to loosen to Len, Ooo the curse of being beautifully… but one that shouldn’t have hampered goals today as far as he foresaw and hoped.  He optimistic views however wouldn’t be well received from fate’s cold hands today.  Just for a brief moment his steps gave pause as single accursed sensation hit Len’s nerves and traveled up his body, slowing he couldn’t belief this feeling as a heart bearing the mark of keyblader drew closer, much more so then what he would have liked in personal tastes honestly. Though how it suddenly just appeared? Len questioned it further in his mind while catching his hesitation and continuing to act nonchalant.

Every slightly Lenny’s eyes shifted to the sides of peripheral vision to assess the area for this weapon user, it wasn’t a very strong signature as of yet though Lenneth could never trust a keyblader to be what they appeared anymore, time has spoken about their skill often despite appearances.  While he did pass a few armored guards and common folk chatting about some local topics it was the person in the front the bore the greatest concern, the source of the key’s power but as of now an equally concerning factor a face Len recognized, worse yet if she recognized him. The red hair female walked in his direction and somehow just appeared to his radar, though thinking on it still what danger could he be in? Lenneth was a unfamiliar face and being to his side of the realms and faces often showed some similar in the different worlds of the multiverse. Just have to play it cool. The lass was walking from, the direction of the castle, maybe visiting it there herself, Len could inquire some knowledge from this strange familiar face maybe with a chance to find a guide.    

“Hello there” Lenny spoke before they crossed paths, walking to next to the person as she came closer. Offering a small smile to play off the innocent little guise. “  I was looking for a little help, are you a worker at the castle miss?”

[Guest]

Time had a funny way granting opportunity. Seems efforts had not been in vain. For the moment she had embarked with such subtle haste. No sooner did the same figure that had been presented through the video feed did appear. The very essence about which radiate a strange sort of seductive and yet majestic allure. Their appearance alone was baffling to the initial senses even if clad in an arrangement of simplistic street clothes. From the sheen of the golden locks which sat upon head to the suggestive curvatures of which the clothes they wore were unable to mask. As one would gaze upon this being there could be no mistaking the magnificence of such a figure as they were structured to be. Of course, assuming one was the type to have such an appreciate for those things.

Though admittedly attractive to a truest of extents, Axis was more involved with a different sensation. Not necessarily of attraction of lustful desires but rather of an ever strange familiarity. As if to say this person in question struck an odd resemblance to someone who's identity she might have known. Perhaps such a feeling was accurate. Though she had but months before been dumped into the universe again without so much as explanation or friendly face. It was not unlikely that it could be a high possibility. If not bound to have happened in due time. This early on however was in the least a bit surprising. Not that she would approach with such a response displayed upon her. No, for the moment she would remain content on the outside while still inquiring on the inside. Emerald hues would continue to look the man up and down, not out of personal want but rather to piece together where she had seen the likes of his kind before.

While doing so the other took no time and proceeded to approach. Asking a question that suggested the Lord was no more than employee to her own kingdom. Simple mistake for one who may not be familiar with the town and it's current circulation of events. Which is why she felt no insult to be had upon such a question received. Where some leader would take such with a little malice she would not bother. Instead merely give a small smile and respond with the following. "Beg your pardon." As the two grew close enough Axis came to a stop. Unable to yet shake the feeling that she knew this man. The more she looked at him the stronger the feeling of familiarity became. "You must be new here. I've never seen your face around these parts. As for myself, one could say I am in fact employed at the castle. Though not to the extents at which I think your question was directed. Nevertheless, how can I be of assistance? I live to serve the people after all." Though she did not outright imply as such. If the man was smart he'd be able to pick up on the hints she was dropping on where her personal position stood as far as employment was concerned.

[Lenneth]

Len’s eyes widen for just a moment before returning to their normal size, it was a certainly a strange twist of events to meet this lady soon sudden before him not to mention the feeling of familiarity that he kept on annoying him like a fish bone. Normally the dark king would be able to recall exactly when and where he had meet someone or something about them to recall his memory. But it appeared that the life he has thus lived in this version has certainly taken its brutal toll on the poor charming lord, a centuries worth of blood shed on a daily basis of the thing you loved might affect one’s mind in varying ways of deterioration. That and maybe he hadn’t seen her much, maybe a one a few months brothel customer? It was strangely difficult to recall.

Though the other hints didn’t fly over his head as stated by the common sayings of a few famous world leaders of the past, taking a break from overthinking it Lenny lowered his head just for a brief second to show his respects and apologizes to being so new. Humans did often do this to show some level of disarmament to each other and Len needed to remain in the good books for a time to freely travel without a just cause for interruption as he gauged the worlds.  Dam though he would need to play off being new as well, was a long shot he could pass off as just a uninformed voter so that was doomed to fail. At least world travel he didn’t need to hide as he guessed this was still one of the man hubs of international interaction.

“My apologizes miss I was unaware, I am Len. I just arrived to this world a little while ago. I've been meaning to visit here in order to inquire about something of interest to me. A magical item hidden in plain sight view as a book. I had planned my expatiation earlier but due to the recent...complication I've heard about I thought it be safer to come once the place had settled down. I must admit my surprise to order being returned to quickly after the event.”

[Guest]

Again that consistent notion that this man standing before her was known grew even stronger. However to what extent was still escaping. Answers just out of reach and yet as if on the tip of the tongue. How frustrating indeed. Nevertheless it appeared time of was of the essence as the man clearly stated he was here with a purpose. Business came first, she could always place his face later if it was still bothering her later and knowing her patience for such things it probably would. Until then she could cope with a name and some uncertainty.

As she attempted to engage further into the conversation Axis took notice to the man's actions upon a realization. Seems her hints hadn't been wasted after all. For as he explained his reason for being in the world his head began to drop in a recognizable fashion. A sign of respectable intention towards that of a world leader like herself. Though unnecessary, she did appreciate the gesture. Even if she ruled over a nation. Seeing people bow in any form of the word just made her feel in an awkward position. Even though she was late in doing so Axis raised her hand. A motion to imply that he did not have to lower his head. From there she picked up where he had left off.

"A magical book you say." There was only one article within the town that matched that description. How he knew about it made her all the more curious. Even to the common folk the book of mention was an odd little mystery. Though not unknown by any means. The amount of traffic it produced was slim and selective. As few these days had the time or patience to uncover the true nature behind the words that were written within the pages. Only the truly adventurous, highly intelligent, or even very lucky knew the truth. That within the words of an innocent fairytale a construct for a living world awaited. A unique little world at that.

"In consideration of recent events, as you have taken note. The book you mention is under some moderate surveillance. Since you seem to know about it I imagine you would also know as to why that is." Axis continued as she began to pace slightly from side to side. Making sure he her eye contact did not linger from Len for too long. "Due to the nature of the book itself. Precautions were necessary as to assure it's safety. Which brings me to beg curiosity if I might. Why an interest in such a peculiar item?" She would wait for an answer and be keen to take notes upon his explanation. Anything that didn't seem right or just out of place she would remember. Essentially reading his reasoning for inconsistencies.

[Lenneth]

Ahh her honestly was greatly appreciated with such a prize in the wake of his mission at hand, the last time that he tried to inquire about that this dam item he was sent around in circle of missions and rounded back to where he started.  At least at this time he managed to get a good lead where he is has to go. Filled some semblance of hopefulness Len brought a brighter smile to his expression while following Axis’s pacing motions. Gleefully energy in his eye he looked on at this red hair lass, for some reason only fighting back the sense to randomly hug her affectional care before realizing the oddity in it. He did hold it back before addressing the world leader again, even if she held modesty for her title it was behavior Len still wanted to uphold as a classy person.  

To respond Len felt the need to play this carefully and not be openly honest with his whole nature at least nothing that could be used against him or ammo for her not to give it to him. For a classic human desire to not feel threaten he’d best not mention his heartless nature until he could figure out her stance to the ones that walked the dark path.  Lenny didn’t have to avoid the entire truth of things though there was certainly not reason for that too.

“That is good to hear that the book has been placed with some care and concern about it, I was afraid it would be neglected due to its ability to blend into the normal world so thoroughly.  As you know the book its quite magical given special feature as you will, As a seeker of knowledge and understanding I wish to learn from the book itself. Digging a little deeper other reason given my interesting in such a piece is more of a sentimental attachment during the days of my youth, I must also admit my constant fear of losing such a wonderment to the worlds if the forces of destruction were to visit again as they have in recent days”

[Guest]

The odd sense of glee that emerged from within the man upon hearing about the book almost brought the Lord to a halt in her stride. Such an immediate state of emotion over something so simply said. Was it reasonable to get so worked up over something like this, a question that crossed her mind as she watched him. No stranger to emotions herself as she often came off rather intense under their influence. It had merely been quite a span of time since anything even remotely that passionate had crossed her path. Especially so in a personal regard. In her years of distant travels such fleeting luxuries had become a less involved factor in life. Though they still remained just in restrained manners with strict limitations. That is unless something dictated otherwise. Which was more than easy enough under the right pressures.

While Len went to answer her inquiry Axis continued to pace back and forth. Fixing her glasses with a brief poke of her finger as she listened rather attentively to each word he spoke. When he came to a finish once again she stopped and turned to face him directly. The information given to her thus far being processed in her head. "So to summarize, you are in ways a scholar with a previous history tied to the world within the pages. A rather fond history as you put it and with that you feel that you can offer sufficient protection for it. About right?". Axis proceeded to piece together what she knew before moving forwards with her point. "And by offering protection I suppose that means a request is in order. As I believe you wish to take the book into your custody. Correct?" She continued further. "Quite a request that will be I must say. The handing over the equivalent of an entire world to a person I just met. Not a decision easily made."

Not meaning any sort of ill regard by it as Len had been more than courteous and accommodating. Her gaze grew narrow as she eyed him more intently than before. The need for the right information fueling what must of felt like a lecture by this point. Again, not the intention. Axis went on to ask one more question. "Understand I do not mean to undermine your abilities by asking. As I do not know you personally and therefore what you are fully capable of. However, I intend to keep the worlds under my watch safe and secure. So tell me, what makes you so certain that you can protect that book" If he could provide the right sort of logic to sway her then Len had a chance to succeed in his goal. Though damnable if she was going to just hand it over without assurance that it was in more than capable hands.

[Lenneth]

As the mistress of Radiant garden started to process the information Lenny knew that his goal was within an arms grasp of being realized and all it took was to live an entirely whole life and experience. And her questions weren’t all difficult to understanding; these were all the questions someone of cunning and concerned would ask while relinquishing something of such value. She knew of her world well enough for such a treasure and that would make this easier to deal with.

“Correct, Yes, Yup I do agree” Lenny replied to each statement trying to affirm his wishes well as she continued to sort out and figure things out for herself, it was a heavy request to allow a total stranger a whole world to be responsible with underneath trust that he would be request from this face, familiar as she was Len didn’t know her fully to be honest and she likely didn’t recall either.

“Well for starters the book itself will be a different location then those that seek it harm will likely find it. Anyone else would have to either go through your person’s self or court to seek out any info based on even finding the magic tome which would allow you to more focus on your own world directly without the idea of collaterally damage to this one’s in the book. I also hold no official tie to this world either so the location of the book would be vastly more hidden as well to a third party that is off world and difficult to follow no less. As for my own strengths I would be willing to demonstrate my ability for you if you wished me to earn your trust in this affair”

[Guest]

So confident in his abilities. So assured in his answers. It was a nice change compared to the overload of hesitation she had dealt with through the week. Between half baked world leaders fearing for their own necks and royal guards who silently worried about being another addition to the kill count of a homicidal maniac. However that didn't change her standings towards the matter at hand. Sure his reasons so far were doing a little justice towards the contrary. Attempting to sooth the right nerves to make the acquisition process as quick as possible and that might of worked. If Axis were just any old person. To an extent she was just another life in another world. Though her cautious considerations and attention to detail made her differ from the rest. Even if only a little. Situations called for a more critical touch given the mad state of the worlds and she was more than able to apply such strict assessment.

"Very well. You have my attention." She admitted, the look on her face growing softer in disposition. Unlike her mind which was still very much on alert. In wait for any bit of information that didn't add up quite right. Though she had no intention of trying to make a habit of such distrust. Given everything she had witnessed since her return, who could blame her by this point. "With all respect, I pray the confidence you display here before me is genuine. That it is more than just big talk to mask a lesser man." There was stress of intensity in her words this time as she raised a hand out in front of her. With a single snap of her fingers six pillars of energy appeared about the man for a brief second or two. Before they all sunk into the ground below. In their wake revealing six individual robotic constructs. Each stood lifeless as they held Len surrounded in a circular fashion.

"One demonstration. That's all I ask." She explained making sure to take a few steps back for distance sake. "I want to make certain of something." The moment she was certain she was at a fair enough distance to watch but not get caught in any potential crossfire she snapped her fingers again. Three of the constructs retracting one of their hands into their arms as they charged into action. Their hands being replaced with standard blades of moderate length. All of which were directed at Len as they approached with haste. The other three robots remained stationed and too retracted a hand each. In turn theirs being replaced with what resembled small canon barrels. Each beginning to charge with what appeared as an electrical charge. Not one to wish harm on any single person, in this case Len had offered. So she was merely taking him up on such. Both for final assurance and in silent truth out of a scientist's pure need to know.

"Now please. Show me."

[Lenneth]

Ahh she was a person of action, Len’s favorite type of evidence since it gave purely defined limits he could simply break with sheer talent, he kept to himself while giggling, just a small jester underneath his breath. He found it amusing how he was virtual an unknown face again in the worlds though that was only meant to the realm of light now. The heartless certainly wouldn’t forget his name across the years anytime soon if they held anymore then just simple sense of power or mental capacity that is. Lenny would lick lips in moist joy while adjust his hips left and brushing his golden hair off to the winds softly blowing across his stunning form.

“Rest assured I shall not disappoint your expectations for the book, I’d rather keep myself under a low key to the public but I shall impress nevertheless”  

As she moved Lenny waited patiently while Axis moved out of the way and further from the battle scene she had create from her metallic minions. It was more of a relief she wouldn’t care about him injure her humans as bad, machines were easily replaceable and forgotten. Scanning her troops Len kinda wished there was a little more discretion when it came to showing off, he wasn’t really ready for the realm of light to see his spot performances just yet, so this would need to be a prelude.

As the three bots rushed at him the other three remained still as their energies charged and gathered within the barrels from what Len could see in that small moment. He quickly rush at the center robot with speed beyond the gift of sights as image quickly appear in front of the blade wielder, quickly Len twist his arm around bladed limb’s bicep while pressing his chest tightly on the machine.

“Shall we dance?” Lenny joked happy while his legs twisted back and dragging them into a slick rotation as Len spin like a top as the metal solider followed in suit. Slicing and cutting away at the other two machines were in awe to Lenny’s grace and likely the centrically force of Len’s sped and strength as they were caught in the show and Len’s gracefully gliding across the dance floor. Chopped into pieces while his partner was looking a little sore for ware Lenny sighed at the lack of talent before his twinkle toes, not ungratefully the other three looked like they wanted a turn. They were even bring out the lights to get his attention, awe how sweet.  

The three charged their shots firing them the dark dancer, earning glimpse into his elegant eyes before tossing his captured solider forward and into the blast of all three. Resulting in a blast of sorts and flying parts hammering at the gunners as Lenneth rose into the air and dove straight down. Quickly as he moved  between the time lapse simple was astounding as he crushed the central gunner underneath his impressive triceps while the rest of is lower half was held up in the air as his hands were acting as his feet. A quick spring to the left sent Len into a circular motion again, hitting the sides of machines while they recoiled from the after math of the blast before, meeting the strength of the dark king. They were sent flying across world with a heavily impact dent from the attack. Both aimed to hit further walls located at higher elevation from their location to avoid civil if possible.

Swinging his legs forward Lenny flipped back into a casual stance while waiting for a response for this master grade his performance. Granted his magics could be a nice party trick but in the public eyes watching he wanted things physical unless asked otherwise.

[Guest]

Admirable. Such an eloquent cross between combative technique and artistic expression. No less than astounding by any standard. Especially so in respects to the Lord's given impressions on such a performance. For one to have such fluid coordination and control. Complimented by blinding speed and vast efficiency. A knock out combination of skill and prowess she could only hope to achieve in her lifetime. If that were even possible. She'd had been dropped into this universe after all. Who knew how long she truly had to live before she was forced to transcend this plain again for a new life. Still what she wouldn't give for that kind of power or at least a soldier of that caliber at her disposal. Her delight with the display would be no secret as the robots were disposed of one by one. The beginnings of a smirk would form itself onto her lips as she watched on in approval. This man was out to prove his point and he was doing a hell of a job of achieving so. If this was just a preview of the power he was capable of. Well then actions spoke louder than any worlds about what else he could do at maximum potential.

As each robot met a quick and painless end, their pieces being scattered about the small area. Axis took a step or two forward with the battle drawing a desirable end. Hands immediately raised to applaud such a performance. "I must admit I was skeptical but after that, well, that was definitely something. Well done. Are you sure there's no way I could convince you to stay here as a royal guard instead?" Axis would suggest the last bit in a joking manner as she approached again. Surely this man had better things to do even if she had been serious. With capabilities like that, who wouldn't. "I think I've seen all I've needed to. Hang onto your hood. I'm going take you to the book." This man had proven himself more than able to keep the book in favorable security. Though her trust in him was still questionable at best. That could be dealt with some final stipulations upon receiving the book and it's respective world.

In an effort to waste no more time she turned her back to Len. One hand snapping a finger upon which all metallic leftovers of the robots were cleared away in brief flashes of light. Being transported to the datascape for proper recycling and reuse. A couple seconds later herself and Len were both engulfed in the very same light. They too being transported to the same system but in The Grid's server's specifically. Their body's would reappear in what seemed to be a lab of sorts. With steady steps Axis approached the right hand corner of the room where a display stand was located. On it a yellow cover book sat protected behind a small glass dome. The picture of a young boy and a little yellow bear set under a single title.

100 Acre Woods

While proceeding to type in a combination of numbers and letters into a keypad she motioned for Len to follow. After a moment or two of fidgeting with the technology. Almost forgetting the password once or twice by accident. The glass dome finally separated in the middle and split apart to either side as the book was elevated into the open. With book in hand she turned to him and passed it forwards. Though made sure not to let go just yet even as he would take it in his own hands. There was one more thing she wanted from him. Greedy, perhaps but it was for the sake of assuring that peace and safety was maintained for one of the universes most treasured resources. "One last thing, for me please. I know I said you were set. However I just have this nature of being concerned for that which I feel responsible and even though I am handing you this. I still very much feel responsible for it to a strong degree. So if you could, grant me an update every now and then. Just to ease my nerve by letting me know it is okay. Please, that's all I ask." There was a sincerity in the woman's voice as she attempted to persuade him to keep her informed. This book meant quite a bit to a lot of people and this she knew well. For that she wanted nothing but the best for it.

[Lenneth]

The applause applause applause lived for applause plause len lived for the applause plause as he took in for a second longer before returning to the reality at hand, the means of her appraisal then were good and likely would have proven his word. She did have some humour to add to which Lenny simple crackled a smile and shrugged in an amusing gesture and tilt.

“Things to do, worlds to see I’m afraid. I am a man of the pleasures of life, a full time job would pin me down”

As instructed Lenny held onto his hood as he placed it over his head. Waiting no more then a few moments while the machines were recalled for repaired as the light engulfed them both. It took a moment for his sights to adjust as the heartless blinked a few times even after the intensity faded, light always burned in whatever formed it seemed. The setting before them was quite the change from what Len had figured as he pulled down his hood and took in the view. A study of sorts but not quite common ground, the walls appeared digital? Or laced with some kind of tec as far as the heatless king could tell, pretty advanced too from the looks of it. They glimmered with energy and color while axis moved around.
Taking note of her location there he could finally see the same book he had been looking for just in hand, radiating off the soft pleasing sensation he could recall all those years ago. The claiming and untainted feeling of a world that didn’t wish harm to none, a truly unique feeling to be found in the realm of light. As axis turned and presented Lenny went on to reach, grasping the edges of the book as he attempted to pull only to meet with a slight nudge of resistance. He held his joyous energies while looking up to hear her final request, one that wasn’t too difficult to which Lenny found it.

“Sure I can send a letter across the worlds by some sort of methods, shall I just have the messenger travale to the castle of your world? Or is there like a mailing station where you get your mail?”

[Guest]

A progressive relief swept over Axis as he told her exactly what she was hopeful to hear. Already he was starting to gain favor with her. Assuming he could keep his word and stay in touch. Not necessarily as friend or an ally. Just to inform that everything was going to be okay. Kind of childish in retrospect though in a humorous sort of way so was this entire ordeal. All bad jokes aside, Axis slowly released her grip from the book. Her emerald eyes refusing to leave the cover for just a moment longer as if to contemplate a final thought or two of farewell. Sure she had never experienced the heart warming essence of the world within first hand. It still felt as if something important was being taken from her. Weird, all things considered and mildly confusing. Maybe if she had the time she might need to pay Len a visit. See for herself one day exactly what she was missing in the land of a fairytale.

For now though there was work to return to and a world to keep in balance. That and she had taken up enough of his time. Being sure to mind her emotions in front of company. Her face remained that of a content expression as she stepped away from the stand. The glass dome closing itself shut as she approached one of their nearby counters. Which had a wide arrangement of metal bits and wires scattered about the surface. Nearby a small holographic screen displayed some kind of schematic. Down her head would lean as if to try and focus on the project she had left unfinished from the night before. "Just send a message to the castle. I'll have it delivered here with the rest of my mail." Axis addressed as the white light that had brought them here started to appear from beneath Len. "Don't be a stranger if you can help it. Your welcomed here Len." The light would slowly grow stronger and stronger til it almost engulfed him entirely.

Just as it would phase him from the digital world entirely Axis glanced up from her work over the lens of her glasses. A thought crossed her mind rather quick. "Len. Such a simple name. Wouldn't be short for anything would it?" Perhaps a little too late in asking Axis still waited to see if she got one last answer.

[Lenneth]

With the book finally in hand Lenny’s grip tighten in simple joys as it ran down his body, nearly shaking as it held the book close to him hugging it as his eyes lowered, enlarging his smile just slightly as it took a moment for him to take it in as reality. It had been a while since has had the privilege to even see this pack of memories again for the La Vaeas, something so distance in his core that even in this life of countless slaughter there was something so hidden deep in his heart that time could not erase. Axis again went back to her own devices it seemed, Lenny nodded in thanks readying to go the moment the light started to appear at his feet. The thoughts then came where Len would travel home just as Axis spoke again as his body lit itself in digital light. He heard the last minute question just before she finished.

“Oh its short for what my friends call m-“

Before he could finished his form fully digitalized and he could only find himself outside once again in the time of light and fresh air was real. Lenny didn’t finish as he noticed the transition, she must have been busy sending him out that quickly.  Shrugging it off Lenny made sure to walk around into an isolated area away from the eyes before vanishing into the shadows and coming home to the realm of darkness.

[Realm of Darkness]

There he appeared at private room in his castle lost in the reflection in the great sea hidden in the moon light, palace distorting space and time to hide his real home that always moved from wave to waves. A shift place where Lenny could rest, looking across to a pillar the thoughts of the dark king shifted it into a case with a cage and holders for the book to lie rest it, it would be save in a room that held no entrance of exits, even knowing about it to find it would be a great feat and only Len and his own being were allowed to set in this place or those with his permission. The case will fill with magics to safe guard the book just in case.  Walking up to it to there Lenny softy placed it down, taking in a deep breath and readying himself he opened the little book as he was engulfed in soft green lights. His senses were followed his size as it shirk following pages before growing smaller again.

His sense witness what was now around him, a soft light hearted forest with a great many deals of playfully animals rooming about,  the trees were quite pretty, not harsh from form and there was no malice stirring in these woods. Walking up the road there was small smoke could rising from large tree in the distance and there sitting on a log was the golden bear of Len’s former life.  Lenneth’s eyes widen as he held back his energies as he continued to walk calmly. Walking up close the gentle bear he turned around to face the heartless king.

“Hello there stranger”

Lenny paused before smiling happily he couldn’t believe seeing this person again from a long lost time he could barely recall, even if it wasn’t the same person Lenny felt just waves of nostalgia flowing through him just a bit of delight or was it relief? He could not tell. A small little tear formed and raced then Lenny’s cheek that failed to catch his notice at first as it dripped down his chin.

“Oh? Are you hurt good sir? Your crying” pooh asked kind heartily without a hesitation of thought to spare a kind thought to a stranger.

Lenny quickly wept the tear away, lightly embarrassed by  the fact of his human side’s weakness showing but he never stopped smiling as he wiped is eyes dry. Who was here to judge? His own fear that fester in weakness, not here though, not in this judgement free glow.

“Its nothing its…something just in my eye” Lenny lied as his words didn’t follow how he feet, they followed his ego craved by the pride of an overseer living a life too harsh to be good. Lenny then moved up and sat down at the log beside pooh, he watched the light hearted bear play and linger in an empty jar, tilting his head in question while almost letting himself laugh. “What are you doing?”

“I’m just trying to get a little smackeral of honey left in this jar, just as small taste maybe. Honey hard to find today and rabbit was out or at least that is what Mr. nobody, wonder why he lives lives in a hole at rabit’s house it must be awfully cramped in there. My name is Winnie the pooh, Pooh for short”

“ Hello Pooh its very nice to meet you. Now that’s won’t do a big bear like you needs to eat, come on lets get you some honey, I can help ya”

Standing Lenny stretched at his legs while Pooh happily clapped and cheered before placing his pot to the side and standing closer to Len. He was so small, just a tiny bear to what Lenneth could recall as a innocent child. Just barley standing at his knee level with the top of his ears.

“Really!? Your so kind thank you ever so much”

They walked together as Len slowed his pace to keep up with the little golden bear who skimped beside him in joy, they could hold hands but that didn’t stop Pooh from trying a few times, even pausing to think of a way to connect with this stranger.

“ Oh bother…your so big, Think think think think I will just have to eat more honey and get big myself. By the way who are you?”

“My name is Lenneth”

Pooh kept pondering to himself, lightly tapping his head with the softness of his paw before looking at Lenneth once again

“ Lenneth is long name…I shall call you Lenny! So remember how to say my new friend’s name”

Lenny could feel himself a little teary again but held them fast before walking beside that special heart again.

“…Silly old Bear haha”
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A real shame. Just as Len was on the brink of finishing his sentence the light that had taken his form all but removed him from the digital realm. Allowing his safe return to the outer Gardens. Struck by disappointment Axis released a heavy sigh. Her eyes falling back to the pieces in each of her hands. To think she had been so anxious to hear an answer. Especially after all that familiarity throughout the conversation. What a waste. Perhaps one day he would return for a visit and on that day she would be happy to greet him again. Ask him more questions and overall enjoy the friendly presence of his company. Until then though, it was back to the grind. From within the world of infinite information she would dedicate her day and night to the people. As it was no less an honor to do so for them all.

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