"I see that you have made your choice"

Yuel nodded, her head bowed in respect

"It's true" Caius said, getting up from the throne and walking towards Yuel "Being able to complete this task would win you the love of the people, no one would doubt your claim to the throne then." He placed his hand on her shoulder.

"I will be able to give you money, and a pair of chocobos" He paused, "Now before you ask, the other Chocobo is for your guardian."

"You will be allowed one other person," He continued not giving her any time to object. "With equal or lesser strength than you, to help. I have already selected this person, you will meet him after this meeting, but don't get attached."

"I understand" Yuel said, "I'm surprised that you're letting me go"

"If there was any other way," Caius responded, "Or if we had more time, but I've heard about the fractions and we'll need a strong leader to reunite Ocria. I also feel that This trial will make you all the more stronger."

"Of course" Yuel said, "I'll try not to disappoint you"

"I know you won't, Caius stated "You are dismissed"


It felt like a dream, like it wasn't really happening, She was walking down the main hallway, which was elegantly decorated with glowing crystals. She was leaving the city of Glassrock, named for the out cropping of crystals, kept and maintained by the local Fal'cie, Carblenicle. It was a beautiful town, but she did have a desire to see the world. Yuel did wish that it was under better circumstances.

She took a deep breath and opened the door at the end of the hallway. he stepped into the next room. Aside from the two guards, there were two red chocobos, one of the castles elite, Nabaat, looking over what appeared to be supplies, and a guy sitting in on a barrel. She assumed that he was to be her guardian. Knowing this she took a second to look him over. He was wearing a blue shirt, brown pants, black boots and a scarf. Brown hair and blue eyes as well.

"Ah," Nabaat did a slight bow,"You have arrived. This is Noel, he is to protect you during this trial." At the mention of his name, Noel Jumped off the barrel and walked over to them.

"He's from the northern isles" Nabaat continued,"one of the natural magic users, His highness believes that he will be of use to you. Anyway, I have packed you plenty of gil, two tents sleeping bags, along with food and water, but you'll have to stock up on those sometime. And most importantly I have the map with the marks on them right here." She held out the rolled up paper, and Yuel took it. With that she went over to the Chocobos and started loading them up.

"Hello," Noel said offering his hand to Yuel, "I'm here to make sure everything goes smoothly"

"I'm aware," Yeul said," But I do have a question for you, How and why did you come to help me?"

"That's simple," Noel replied, "I was know for being good at killing things and a large sum of money was offered if I make sure you come back safety"

"So you're basically a mercenary." Yuel paused, "How do I know you won't sell me out?"

Before Noel had a chance to object Nabaat spoke up.

"The chocobos are ready," She said, "It's time to go"

Yuel nodded and walked over to a rack and pulled off one of the black cloaks. She tossed another one to Noel.

"For Glassrock we'll have to keep a low profile,"She pulled the cloak over her shirt and pants and walked over to a shelf. "once we get away from the capital it won't be necessary"

She reached onto the shelf and pulled down a rapier. She had taken many fencing lessons, and it was the weapon she had the most aptitude for.

"I assume you have your own weapons?" she turned towards Noel, and he nodded.

"It's over there," He pointed to the weirdest sword Yuel had ever seen. It was two swords, a small yellow stabbing sword and a large red slashing sword. Noel had walked over to the sword and picked it up, then pulled the coat on. Yuel walked over one off the chocobos and climbed on. Noel made his way over and hopped on his. She cursed her small height. Nabaat opened the door and they were off.