Another story once again... These inspirations and ideas don't stop! Anyways, this will not be a one-shot as my many other stories, this will have multiple chapters. While it might follow the main story line from the game, it won't touch upon major points, so no worries for spoilers. So I hope you enjoy the first chapter, and be sure to follow the story for alerts on updates. Thank you!


"Hello? Gaius are you in there?" Questioned a voice from outside.

Taken by surprise by the sudden voice outside his tent, he dropped all of the sweets he had in his hand that he was counting; they dispersed all over the ground. Recognizing the voice from outside, he called back at her with her given nickname, "H-Hold on Bubbles, give me a sec!" Responded Gaius. He started picking up all of the candies he was counting off the ground, and quickly shoved them back into their bag. He made sure to not to leave a single one behind, bugs were the last thing he wanted in his tent. With all of the candies in his bag, he stuffed the sack of sweets in his secret hiding spot. He tidied up what he could so he wouldn't look like such a mess, and wiped off all the crumbs off his clothing. He walked over to the tent flap and opened it for the visitor. A woman with snow white pig tails, and a Plegian-like cloak, stood in front of his tent. The voice did indeed belong to his head tactician.

"Need something, Bubbles?"

"May I come in," she said, pointing to inside of his tent.

"Sure."

Robin walked into the tent and observed the environment around her. Trinkets were scattered here and there around the tent. Small lock picks littered the ground and the small desk in the corner, ready for quick use at any time. And a strong aroma of sweet confections filtered the air. The tent certainly belonged to the thief.

"Before you ask why I'm here, I'll just get straight to it, because there's no need for a large amount of unnecessary information. I need your help with something, specifically having to do with your line of work," she looked at him straight in the eyes. "I need you to teach me how to be a thief."

"Well, you're certainly one to get to the chase. Alright, I'm listening. But what's in it for me?" He said, popping a small candy into his mouth.

"Judging from your…" she looked at him as he unwrapped yet another piece of candy, "eating habits. I can imagine having something to do with candy will suffice."

"I have an expensive taste in sweets. Think you can afford it?"

She scoffed. "I'm the chief tactician of this army. I think I can afford to feed your expensive appetite."

"This is a real convincing deal, believe me. And while I'm still a thief, I've still got standards. What exactly do you have in mind?"

"For the time I've been Chrom's tactician, I've picked up a few new tricks here and there. Been practicing with lances and bows, started learning how to trap small game, and even started some baking lessons from Sumia. I've read small towers of books on about every subject I can think about so I can be a successful tactician. But some things aren't learned through just books, you have to experience it first-hand. Planning direct, elaborate strategies can be great and all, but misdirection and subterfuge are key points as well. Basically, what I'm trying to say is, teach me the basics of how to be a thief, and all the qualities on how to be a good one."

Gaius hummed thoughtfully and pondered on his decision carefully. He wasn't used to working with another person in his line of work, let alone teach them. First rule of thievery, you work alone. But then again, the offer was one he found difficult to turn down. Not to mention she was the chief tactician. Did he really have a say in this?

He shrugged. "I've got nothing to lose. You know what, sure, it's a deal."

Her eyes lit up and smiled. "Really? You accept?"

"I know a good offer when I see one, and I'm not about to turn this one down."

She clapped her hands in joy and laughed. "This is amazing! Thank you, Gaius, truly. Oh, this is so exciting, I can't wait."

"Not to burst your bubble, Bubbles. But you need a couple of things before we start. You can't just jump into it; you need some things before we can we being your training. First off, every thief needs-" She cut him off before he could finish.

"Every thief needs some lightweight armor to be able to move quickly around. Lock picks, daggers, rope, and something to carry all of that around." She smiled. "Books can't teach you everything, but they can teach you something."

"Well, someone's done their research. Seems like you're not going in blind. Don't worry Bubbles, by the end of this; you'll be glad you learned from me rather than some dusty old book."

"If you want to be better than some "book", we're going to have to start as soon as possible."

"I have been getting a little restless as of late. Haven't gone on one of my missions in a while, can't stay in one spot for too long. How about later this night, when everyone's in their tent? Think you can stay up after your curfew?" He joked.

She smirked. "Please, I've read epic novels all in one sitting until the sun came up. I can handle some petty, midnight mission."

"Good, then it's settled. Meet me here in my tent when it's time. We'll discuss the plan when you get there."

"Rendezvous at your tent, around midnight, got it. Now if we're done here, I've got a meeting with Chrom about our upcoming expedition, I can't keep him waiting."

"Blue know about this?"

She shook her head. "No, this was kind of my own personal decision. Chrom doesn't ask much of me, I'm the one who decides to spend most of my time on studying and training."

"I'm not much of a hard worker, but I can appreciate all the work you've done. Good on you, Bubbles."

She smiled at his compliment. "Thank you, it's nice to get some sort of a thank you, but I really must go now." She hurried over to the tent flap and opened it. She looked back him. "Thank you once again, Gaius. It's much appreciated." And with that, she quickly walked away to her meeting.

With her gone, Gaius sat on his small bed on his tent and laid down. He closed his eyes and relaxed. 'Might as well get some shut-eye before it's time,' he thought. In a short manner of time, he fell into a deep slumber, where he dreamt of delicious candies, and a certain white-haired tactician.