The dawn of a new day found the morning to be very foggy. It would appear that Iya's weather predicting skills were quite formidable as Arizona sailed to their destination. the waters Pacific ocean split by her bow. Their rendezvous with the enigmatic<em>Shinano</em>was very close at hand. Arizona had mentally preparing herself for this meeting all night. She was nervous, but summoned all her strength, and resolve to keep a confident air about herself. She could not appear weak before<em>Shinano</em>. Otherwise she would lose this fight before it even began.  Not just for herself, but for<em>Suzu</em>,<em>Iya</em>,<em>Jean-Bart</em>,<em>Alaska</em>, and<em>Hawaii</em>. For everyone that was waiting for them to return.<br/><br/>Arizona cut her engines, and coasted to a stop. Stepping off her normal perch upon the second turret, she approached the bow of her ship with a confident stride. Her large bust bouncing slightly with each step until she stood where she felt she would make the most impact. She then opened all her communications channels. "I have come as you have asked<em>Shinano</em>." Arizona declared.