Lyra followed a few steps behind Reina as they left their commanders offer. Like Reina she too held a soft smile on her lips. Feeling joy and pride wash over her as their commander believed them the best qualified for this most important mission. Given Lyra's past with her own father upon coming into the Therra Enclave she quickly took to the Commander as an almost father figure; someone she wished had raised her instead of her own father. But that was a secret only for herself and no one else. She would die of embarrassment of anyone found that out. So this approval was tremendously appreciated by the young Lyra.
Though her own giddyness was quickly distracted as she looked up to see Reina harassing poor Ryn. Lyra quietly groaning under her breath as she knew Ryn definitely didn't enjoy the small talk. As Reina continued her chatter Lyra let out a small chuckle. Somehow her silly banter and Ryn's statued face was quite comical to Lyra. She tried to quickly cover her mouth before the laugh but she was too late, noticing Ryn peak back at her disapprovingly. She quickly straightened up and looked away, acting as if that chuckle were someone else. Though that only made it funnier and she nearly laughed again.
Luckily they arrived at the end of the hall way and she sighed a breath of relief. She watched as Reina quickly scurried off and called back to her.
"Okay! I'll be waiting!" She called back to Reina. Stressing the fact that she'll be waiting, knowing damn well she would be there in 5 minutes and Reina would be fashionably late.
As Hebetude came into view in the distance Lyra squinted slightly to get a better view. It wasn't too long before they were almost on the front gates. Her gaze quickly scanned over the guarded. Taking note of their defensive and shaky postures. They seemed on edge which wasn't exactly the most opportune situations for strangers to happen upon. Looking over to Reina for some clue on what she wanted to do about the obstacle her gaze fell upon her clenched fist. Almost instinctively Lyra reached out and gently brushed her fingers across the back of her hand. As if reminding her that Lyra was there with her and too stay calm. Smiling sweetly if Reina decided to look her way.
As they were stopped she watched as Reina played off as a weary traveler seeking refuge within the city. Taking note that she didn't mention anything of their real mission. Quickly catching only to the ruse Lyra lightly wound her arms around her abdomen as if she were fighting hunger, also trying to seem weak and feeble; less threatening and all that.
"Please Sir?" She nearly whined, her eyes becoming faintly glossed and shiny as if on the verge of tears.
"I am so very hungry..." Her arms slightly tightened around her stomach and lightly licked her lips, as if the thought of food made her salivate; playing the ruse.
It took a few moments before the Guard in charge finally lowered his blade. He still seemed hesitant though softened.
"Fine fine.. But if I hear either of you make any trouble and you'll have to deal with me." The man tried to seem intimidating but his inner nervousness betrayed him.
Lyra nearly beamed, she quickly and eagerly thanked the man as they moved past the guards and through the gates. As they began to becoming hidden with the crowded streets she relinquished her meek facade and returned back to normal. Though at that moment her stomach growled rather loudly.
"I guess that last part wasn't really a lie.. Want to get something to eat? While we're at it we'll get some information on this town and prepare for the next steps of our mission?" She spoke softly, making sure she could only be heard by Reina at her side.