Mario emerges from a portal in the gardens, stretching once more after the completion of the restoration of Maelstrom Peak. He looks around and descends into the town, wanting to see if anything has changed since he left.

Nothing had really changed, but Andrew was with Emma in the accesory shop. Erik is napping under a tree in the gardens.

Mario notices Andrew as he passes the Accessory shop, hiding a glance before deciding to return to the gardens. Spotting Erik, he approaches. "Hey, Erik. Got a proposal for ya."

Erik awakes. "Alright, I guess I'm listening."

"We've finished restoring Maelstrom Peak, and we need a public face for the castle, since the Nobodies are residing there. Think you're up for being that face?" Mario inquires.

"I don't think I have a choice there...I don't think any of the other Knights are comfortable with the nobodies." He says.

"You're probably right, although that's why you're the best candidate," Mario states. "Feel free to move in when you can. Now if you would excuse me." He then returns to the town to consider how to plan the move.

Erik nods, and goes to his room and packs. Once done he carries his things to his gummi ship. Once done he goes and says good bye to his parents, letting them know where he was going.

Andrew is sitting on the wall, alone. He was staring at the sky.

Mario notices Andrew and approaches. "So...how have the last few days been for you and Emma?"

"She agreed to marry me." He says, smiling. "And I quit the Angels....they sent Lucas to beat me into silence...but he couldn't do it...we've been friends since I joined up."

"I see," Mario says as he looks up at the sky after him. "I suppose you're going to be looking for a job, then." He is silent for a moment. "Lucky for you, I've heard of a little planet that's not very well known that has just been revitalized. There are a lot of jobs that have yet to be filled; I'm sure there's one that might meet your satisfaction."

"Good, cause I'm gonna need some munny if I'm gonna provide for Emma." Andrew says.

"Well then, there'll be a notice later, and details on all that later. I hope you are happy with your new life," Mario says with a smile before returning to the castle.

The castle is bustling, gathering supplies and such for the new world. Some are moving slower then most, seeming not as excited as the others.

Mario notes this, but he knows that sometimes, change can be a difficult thing to adjust to.

Allissa see's Mario, and smiles. "I think I may have found a good cook to go to the castle at Malestrom Peak. Want to interview her or something? Mariya said that the workers should go threw you."

Mario looks to her and nods. "Alright, I suppose I can do that."

"She's waiting down in the accademy's office." Allissa says.

Mario nods and walks down to the office, stepping in after a moment to straighten himself.

When Mario enters, the girl who ran into him before is sitting before the desk. She looks up, and smiles. "So we meet agian." She says, smiling. She puts out her hand. "I'm Venessa, you can call me Nessa, though."

Mario nods and shakes her hand. "Nice to meet you, Nessa," he says as he sits down to look over the forms. "So, I hear that you're applying as a cook for Maelstrom Castle. Care to list your qualifications?"

"Well, as you can see on my resume, I spent time in a culinary class during high school, and after, I studied under Chef Louis, and was top of my class. I've been working in the new resteraunt in town after graduating." Nessa says. "Any questions?"

Mario double checks this against the forms and records. "Hm...impressive. I think you more than qualify for the position. However, I'd just like to ask you one final question. Are you prepared to accept anything you see? I ask this because in the short time we have been analyzing this new world, we have seen a number of strange events that we cannot explain. They are no threat, but nevertheless, the sight of these occurences can be offsetting if you're not ready for them. If you can approach this position with an open mind, however, then the job is yours."

Nessa doesn't hesitate. "I think I can handle it." She says.

Mario is silent before smiling slightly, offering a handshake. "Then congratulations, the position is yours. As soon as you are ready to go, we can transport you and your things to Maelstrom Peak."

She takes his hand, and smiles. "Thank you." She says. "I'll go pack." She says, standind. She leaves a paper inside Mario's hand. On the paper was her cell number and a small note. Call me if you ever want to go out sometime.

Mario blinks, looking at the slip of paper and blushing. He pockets it, trying his best to hide his blush before clearing his throat and gathering up the paperwork. He then leaves to go oversee other preparations.

Venessa goes home, and begins packing. She smiles a little. She had told the resteraunt about her applying, and after she finshed packing, she went to the resteraunt to let them know.

Mario goes over the supplies that were being sent to Maelstrom Peak, and after a final go-over, he stretches a bit and goes to meet those who would be escorting the first wave of residents.

Andrew is waiting at the Postern, as is Erik, sitting on his things, and Vanessa is just coming in, carrying her things. Erik stands up, and helps Vanessa out. She see's Mario, and smiles.

Mario approaches as he looks from person to person. "So, is this the first party, or will there be others?" he asks.

"Emma isn't here yet." Andrew says.

Emma enters with her things, and Andrew stands to help her. He kisses her. "You have everything?" He asks.

She nods. "I triple checked." She says.

"Okay," Mario states. "Anyone else coming along?"

"Not that I know of." Erik says. "Unless they're going on their own ships." He says.

Mario nods. "Alright then, a transport gummi should be here shortly to take us there soon, since a portal might be too difficult to maintain for such a long time. While we wait, I'm curious to know about yourselves."

Andrew hesitates a little, but thankfully Emma begins talking about herself a bit.

Erik notes Andrew's hesitation, however.

Mario is silent before nodding, a transport gummi arriving soon. "Okay," he says, "Everyone on. Trip time will be about an hour, so have something to read, and take a motion sickness pill if you need one."

Andrew helps Emma in, and follows in after her. Vanessa climbs in, and Erik packs the things into the gummiship before going over to Mario. "Are you sure about that guy?" He whispers, refering to Andrew. "My gut is saying he's bad news."

Mario glances toward Andrew, then looks back to Erik. "He'll be okay," Mario states. "I've known this guy for a while, and he shouldn't be any trouble."

Erik sighs, and boards the ship without another word.

Mario nods and gets aboard the ship as well. Once everyone and their stuff are on board, the transport gummi takes off, on its way to Maelstrom Peak.

{Mario to Maelstrom Peak}

Erik closes his eyes, but keeps one cracked open slightly too keep an eye on Andrew.

{Andrew, Emma, Erik & Vanessa to Maelstrom Peak}