Disclaimer:I do not own the FFIX characters or story. I do own the OC Ivanna, since I made her up. Also this fic, which is for fun, not profit. I wish I owned Kuja though...

A/N: Finally decided to do a Kuja/Hilda fic! The timeframe is exactly six months before the game starts, right when Hilda leaves Lindblum. I'm still setting it up, but if all goes well, it might continue. Please leave a review if you read it... Thanks! )

Chapter 1: The Grand Tour

Greetings to you all, and welcome to the regency of Lindblum. Ours is a fine country that is bustling with the latest technology. We provide airship and air-cab services to get you anywhere you need to go. Our airships provide out-of town service, taking you to any destination within our Mist Continent. Air-cabs, however, are used as a daily means of transportation to get to each District. There are three important Districts here, but I'll elaborate on those later. There is also an air-cab terminal that connects directly to the castle.

You are probably wondering why I am explaining all of this to you. It is because I am currently on my way back to the castle in a private air-cab. Yes, we also have private air-cabs, though they are mostly used by the nobles. Oh, I'm terribly sorry! I haven't yet introduced myself. My name is Ivanna. I am the trusted aide and confidante to Lady Hilda Garde Fabool, wife of the Regent, Cid Fabool IX. Or as I like to call him, The Philanderer. I can't believe he would do such a thing...but I shan't discuss such matters...

Anyway, back to the three Districts. If you look out of the window, you can see which one we're in. Right now we are in the Business District. Here we have practically anything you're looking for, whether it's medicine, food, clothes, etc., we've got it. As you can see, there's still plenty of space in this area if you wish to become a store proprietor.

Now we are about to pass the Theater District. Since there's a performing arts center, this area is a home to artists, actors, playwrights, etc. It's also great if you're looking for a night out on the town. Exquisite galleries, play and opera houses, dance halls, you name it. But I have heard there is a certain area around the back that houses some rogue characters...most likely theives. So exercise caution if you're in that spot--especially at night!

Finally, here is the Industrial District. This area houses the airship docks which are connected to the castle. If you wish to become an engineer or if you're interested in studying advanced machinery, this is the place. Oh, here's something interesting: all of our airships are powered by Mist...but the Philanderer has made a breakthrough. He has created the first steam-powered airship! That's right, it doesn't require Mist to fly! He's still testing it out, but so far, so good. Oops, did I say "Philanderer" again? There's a good reason for it...Milady has been rather...distraught...lately. I fear that she may do something drastic...which is why I'm returning to the castle to see how she's doing. I hope she's alright...

I love this place. People come here from all over the world following their dreams to become successful. Aside from what I am doing currently...I wonder what my true purpose is? What do I really want to with my life? I suppose the answers will come eventually. Until then, I just want to continue admiring this beautiful city...oh, please pardon my rambling...

We're coming up towards the castle, so that concludes this grand tour of my home. I'm usually around in the Business District, so stop by and say 'Hi' if you see me! Perhaps we can have some tea and I can show you around the castle sometime. Until we meet again!

A/N: Okay so it's not much right now, but like I said, I'm still setting it up. I'm starting to like it myself so far, but I think I made Ivanna a little too proper...

Ivanna: Nonsense! I think you've done a fine job establishing my character!

B.Raven: Of course you do, you're my character...so what do you guys think? Please leave a review and let me know!

Kuja: Might I ask when I will play a part in this act?

B.Raven: (blushes) Where did YOU come from all of a sudden?! Anyway, it'll be soon. All in good time...

Kuja: Thanks a lot, dear readers, and please don't forget to leave a review!