Reina let out a small sigh of relief and lowered her arm. It seemed these people really didn't intend to cause a ruckus. "We were on our way to one of the people's shelters," Reina started. "We thought we'd gotten up before the guard shifts started, but we almost bumped into a couple. For some reason they were up early. Anyway, we thought it would be safer to hide in the woods until the next safe traveling time." She started as she remembered her manners, "Oh, by the way, I'm Reina and this is Mai. Mai heard water so we just came here to get a drink.<br/><br/>Mai was kind of lost in thought again.<span style="font-style: italic">He was reading my mind just then,</span>Mai thought.<span style="font-style: italic">Reina didn't seem to mind, but she's never been surprised no matter what kind of person someone turns out to be. But that's interesting though. I wouldn't have to say anything out loud to talk to him...</span>Possibilities formed in Mai's head.