Ersta winded up in Neon's arms, pointing at all the Faunus appendages that catch her attention, sometimes shouting things like "Nene look!" and "What's that?"
Neon would tell her things like "lizard tail", "mouse ears", and "deer horns".
Sometimes Ersta would recognize some appendages and shout out things like "doggy ears!" and such. She pointed at Sun's tail "kitty tail!"
"Monkey tail." Sun corrected.
Ersta shouted her logic, "No! Kitty tail! You have kitty tail like Nene!"
Whitley looked at Sun's tail "despite the color difference, it is hard to tell When you're a two year old."
"kitty tail kitty tail!" Ersta giggled at her victory. Sun decided to let it go for now.
Eventually the small party found themselves walking towards the Belladonna Estate.
"so Sun, what can we expect from the Belladonnas?" Whitley asked wanting to know what he's walking into.
"oh, silent glaring, judgement, taking things the wrong way, moody-ness, but I think that's just with me." Sun chuckled rubbing his neck. "Kali Belladonna is alright though, you want to become friends with her, trust me."
Whitley nodded "I'll- "
"Daddy!" Ersta squirmed out of Neon's arms and ran over to a flower and pointed at it, "What's that?!"
Whitley smiled apologetically towards Sun then he went to squat next to his daughter. "Well, little bean, what do you think it is? What is its features?"
"well, it's pretty."
Whitley nodded "Mhm."
"It's got a green…" Ersta struggled to come up with the word, so she pointed at what she's talking about.
"A stem." Whitley provided, Ersta nodded excitedly.
"yeah! And it's…" her face scrunched up in concentration then she beamed at her father "It's a flower!"
Whitley smiled and proceeded to pet her head, "Good job little bean." she responded by giggling, liking the attention her fox ears were getting. Whitley made a mental note to make sure Ersta was around more plants and animals, This lack of knowledge was troubling.
Kali Belladonna greeted them at the door a few minutes later and they found themselves sitting around a table having tea. Ersta was excited because she was familiar with this and knew what to do.
"would you like one lump of sugar or two?" Kali asked her with a smile.
Ersta held up two fingers "two please!" she giggled at the plopping sound the sugar cubes made. Kali mentally squealed at the adorableness.
"your daughter is so well behaved." she chuckled.
Whitley smiled proudly, "why thank you, she has her moments, like all children do, but she's usually a joy to be around."
The two parents began to talk about their children and the thought of grandchildren, though that was more Kali making plans to make obvious hints to Blake that she wants some.
Needless to say Sun was uncomfortable. He chuckled nervously "heh...say, where is Blake?"
"Oh," Kali smiled apologetically "she left just before everyone arrived. Please forgive her rudeness."
Whitley shook his head "It's perfectly understandable, I wasn't expecting the warmest of welcomes. I wish to thank you again for your hospitality. It means alot to me."
It was Kali's turn to be flustered, though only slightly. "no need to thank me, really."
Whitley made to argue but Ghira entered the room before he could. Grabbing everyone's attention.
He glanced around the room before focusing on Whitley. "so you actually came."
Sun's back and tail straightened, his eyes widening for a moment before narrowing in distaste.
Whitley stood up and placed a hand on his Daughter's head. "Why of course I came. I do try to keep my word when I can help it. I have a feeling you wish to speak with me in private?"
Ghira nodded and moved to the side to let Whitley through. He let Neon, Flynt, and Ersta know he'll be fine through a gesture.
Dear Winter,
I do apologize for not writing to you for awhile, I'm sure you have heard of my little trip by now. Rest assured that I am quite safe.
Understandably the Chief, Ghira Belladonna, had his suspicions but I did my best to assure him that this adventure is purely for my Daughter and I to obtain knowledge of Faunus culture. He's not a very trusting man, but I digress.
Everyone seems to enjoy the Island so far, Mr. Coal and Miss Katt have reunited with a Huntsman named Sun Wukong, who's an interesting character to say the least. And Ersta has never been so shy yet so joyful and curious. I have no doubt she'll have plenty of fun here.
Meanwhile I must remain careful and on my guard. I realize that I am the last person who should ever be on this Island, and I have certainly felt unwelcome under some gazes. But I am not yet going to give up. I start learning the culture with Ersta tomorrow. And Perhaps I'll even meet the ever elusive Blake Belladonna? I look forward to meeting Weiss's teammate from her Beacon days.
With love, and plans on taking many pictures, Whitley Schnee
Xoxoxo
P.s.: Wish me luck
"Daddy, can you sing to me?" Ersta asked quietly.
Whitley put down his pen and smiled down at her, "Of Course my little Bean."
He picked her up and brought her back to bed, singing softly.
" Wiegenlied und gute Nacht, in den Himmel Sternen sind hell.
Mögen die silbernen Strahlen des Mondes euch süße Träume bringen.
Schließe deine Augen und ruhe, möge diese Stunden gesegnet werden
"Bis der Himmel ist hell im Morgengrauen, wenn du mit einem Gähnen aufwachst.
Wiegenlied und gute Nacht, du bist die Freude des Vaters.
Ich werde dich vor Schaden schützen, und du wirst in meinen Armen wecken.
Schläfrig, schließe deine Augen, denn ich bin direkt neben dir.
Schutzengel sind nahe, also schlafen ohne Angst.
Wiegenlied und gute Nacht, mit Rosen Bedight.
Lilien über den Kopf, laß dich hinunter in dein Bett.
Wiegenlied und gute Nacht, du bist die Freude des Vaters.
Ich werde dich vor Schaden schützen, und du wirst in meinen Armen wecken.
Wiegenlied, und schlafe fest, mein Schatz schläft.
Auf Blätter weiß wie Sahne, mit einem Kopf voller Träume.
Schläfrig, schließe deine Augen, ich bin direkt neben dir.
Lege dich hin und ruhe, möge dein Schlummer gesegnet werden
Geh schlafen, Kleine, denke an Welpen und Kätzchen.
Geh schlafen, Kleine, denke an Schmetterlinge im Frühling.
Geh schlafen, Kleine, denke an sonnigen, hellen Morgen.
Stille, Liebling, schlafe durch die Nacht,
Schlaf durch die Nacht,
Schlaf durch die Nacht. "
Ersta was asleep by the time Whitley finished his Lullaby, sung in native Atlesian. He tucked her in one last time and kissed her forehead, running his hand through her hair.
[ Song Translation:
Lullaby, and goodnight, in the skies stars are bright.
May the moon's silvery beams bring you sweet dreams.
Close your eyes now and rest, may these hours be blessed.
'Til the sky's bright with dawn, when you wake with a yawn.
Lullaby, and goodnight, you are father's delight.
I'll protect you from harm, and you'll wake in my arms.
Sleepyhead, close your eyes, for I'm right beside you.
Guardian angels are near, so sleep without fear.
Lullaby, and good night, with roses bedight.
Lilies o'er head, lay thee down in thy bed.
Lullaby, and goodnight, you are father's delight.
I'll protect you from harm, and you'll wake in my arms.
Lullaby, and sleep tight, my darling sleeping.
On sheets white as cream, with a head full of dreams.
Sleepyhead, close your eyes, I'm right beside you.
Lay thee down now and rest, may your slumber be blessed.
Go to sleep, little one, think of puppies and kittens.
Go to sleep, little one, think of butterflies in spring.
Go to sleep, little one, think of sunny bright mornings.
Hush, darling one, sleep through the night,
Sleep through the night,
Sleep through the night.]
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