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As Sybil and Sayan travelled towards Sholeh's tree, Sybil answered him.
"Yeah, the thrill of those games. I still remember the beating I received the last time." Sybil said, still embarrassed on how she got caught not once, but twice that time, even if she was extremely exhausted.
"But... I'm afraid the game may be too real soon. There are only three orcas at the Haven waters, but... if they get hungry enough..." Sybil said with a lot of fear in her voice. She knew that if Jack remained at Hunted island for too long, he may not return for a while if her big friends turn dangerous.

"Up to now, the orcas have always been our salvation. They've provided transportation, protection, entertainment, and even exotic forms of food...," Sayan said shivering at thought of possibly being eaten. "And now... we may become a new source of food for them. And it's not a question of if it'll happen, but when. I'm afraid that Rose will only be the beginning.," he added.

Sybil was very paranoid at the thought as well, and even though she wanted to trust the three orcas, especially Jet, they have all witness the very limited amount of fish at the ocean, and seal beach was empty. Whatever they tried to do to the Haven residents, it wasn't going to be their fault, just like it wasn't Rose's fault what was happening to her.
"The game did helped to dodge better and have faster reflexes, yet, it also helped them to be more sneaky and plan better strategies. Jet especially, has been such a deep loyal friend... but so has Rose." Sybil said with heartache, feeling terrible for thinking like that.
"You have done wonderful with your limited food supply Sayan, I hope the orcas can hold on too. But they just need to eat so much just to survive..." she paused briefly, already hating the drought with all her might.
"... after we take care of Rose, we must warn the Haven residents to stay away from the water. Nothing has happened thank goodness, but it's never wise to take such risks..." she finished, almost hyperventilating.

"We'll do what we have to, no matter how drastic, but we'll make it through this.," Sayan said trying to bestow confidence to the civet. "Even if it means tying up our friends... and mates.," he added with a sigh.

Sybil was about to say something when she noticed they reached Sholeh's tree.
"I think you should talk Sayan. You know how much that mongoose hates me." Sybil said, and before the leopard could reply, Warren greeted them.
"Good morning you two. Need anything? I got a bit of meat here... a little rotten, but it has some good edges." the vulture said kindly, having nothing against them. From inside the tree, a quiet snore could be heard. Sholeh was still sleeping...

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Sybil was about to say something when she noticed they reached Sholeh's tree.
"I think you should talk Sayan. You know how much that mongoose hates me." Sybil said, and before the leopard could reply, Warren greeted them.
"Good morning you two. Need anything? I got a bit of meat here... a little rotten, but it has some good edges." the vulture said kindly, having nothing against them. From inside the tree, a quiet snore could be heard. Sholeh was still sleeping...

"We're good... but thanks for the offer.," Sayan said shaking his head. "Listen... we have a very important matter to discuss and it concerns Rose. Is Sholeh here?," he asked with a heavy heart.

Sholeh was a very light sleeper, so it didn't take her long to wake up.
"Ugh, who dares interrupt my beauty sleep!?" she said bitterly, and before Warren could explain, she saw her guests.
"Oh... it's you two. What do you beasts want?" she asked furiously, not imagining what they wanted with her.

"We're here to discuss an very important matter. It involves the safety of the Haven and... it involves Rose.," he said hoping the name still meant anything to the mongoose.

"Ah yes, I know. She's been going all wild, doing what nature build her for. It's a good thing I am prepared." Sholeh said arrogantly, showing them the fence around her tree.
"What about you Sybil? Did you built a fence?" she said mockingly, but Sybil went straight to the point.
"Listen, this has gone vital. You know how to make those sticky vines. We need a very long one to tie Rose with, but where she has mobility." she explained, and a long pause came by.

"You guys asking me for help after all you've done... Alright then... but what's in it for me?" she said, which Sybil saw coming from miles away. There was no way she was going to do it for free.
"How about we annulate the sentence Rose gave you?" Sybil said, pleasing Sholeh, yet she wanted more.
"That means I can get warbler eggs, can't I?" the mongoose said happily, in which Sybil thought fast.
"How about... we give youths eggs that are not wanted by their parents?" Sybil suggested, taking Sholeh by surprise. Did some warblers really gave up on their eggs?

ooc: I almost forgot. i'm trying to kick start an rp i made so if you want to join here's the link. //forum.darkspyro.net/spyro/viewposts.php?topic=125552 wether or not this rp i'm doing will be a success will determine wether or not i will make another rp in the future.(as a heads up it's a dead space rp, all races are welcome but if they aren't from the world of dead space then they have to come from another dimension ok?) if you join thank you.

Shi sighed " I sincerely doubt that."

Sybil waited patiently for an answer. Warblers sometimes did gave up their eggs, but it was when they were too young to have a family or when they didn't feel prepared. They always gave them up for adoption though, so Sybil knew she had a lot of explaining to do for taking such a cruel decision.

"IF... you can guarantee me that the stupid birds abandon their eggs often, then you got yourself a deal. ANY egg that get's abandoned... will be mine." Sholeh demanded, almost drooling at the thought that she was going to eat eggs once more. Warren remained quiet and gazed silently at Sybil, feeling extremely sorry for her. But he knew how fond Sholeh was of eggs, warbler eggs to be precise, so he didn't even try to do anything to make Sholeh change her mind. It was going to be futile anyway.

"Deal... You have my word." Sybil said, with her voice breaking. She knew she was giving up on potential lives, and that really hurt her heart. If only Warren wasn't so loyal to her. If only Sholeh wasn't the only one at the Haven, or Hunted island that knew how to make those successful trapping vines. Such sacrifice had to be made, but Sybil was so ashamed, she couldn't even look at Sayan in the eyes.

Ooc: looks like its time for a vigalanty to arrive.

Name: Terrance Jr.
Gender: male
Spicies: mongoose
Personallity: brave, protective, defient
Other: we'll see

OOC: Yikes, this RP is filling up quite fast, but if you think you can keep up with many characters, then accepted

Sybil didn't wait for Sayan to say anything. She simply turned the other way, enormously angry at Sholeh. She has done many sacrifices in her life, but that was just too much. She was going to be with Rose for a while, and surveil the Haven waters from a distance to see if there was any sign of Jet or the other two...

Ooc: I'll try.

While riding on drift wood Jr saw haven "i'm here. I have a feeling i'm needed. Lets go." he dived in the water and swam to shore.

Back at Hunted island, things were normal. Kali returned overnight without Barloc suspecting that she slept at the Haven. The cockatoo cousins were playing the checkers-like game that the keas play, having learned back when the parrots were living there. The birds were doing very well rationing their food, and they were more sturdier than they looked, requiring little food to go through the day. It was quite a normal day, and Barloc didn't care anymore that Sybil rejected his offer. He was instead more worried of having a cat-like creature resting at Whirlpool's den. It was true that he gave permission, and even though servals were much smaller than other cats, he still believed that a predator was a predator no matter the size.

"Hello Rose." Sybil said kindly, sitting besides her. She has eaten earlier and her instincts only took over in the night, so Sybil wasn't worried. As she sat besides her, she washed the gentle waves of the ocean, without a single creature in sight. The orcas were probably underwater and far away, but who knows? The water was off limits now, yet Sybil couldn't help but to think that once the rest of the pod returns, the game may not be the same again.

Jr soon arrived and started heading in the direction of Sheloh's tree, almost as if knowing where she was by instinct.

Guardian and Crocux soon joined Sybil and Rose. "hi" said Guardian.

Guardian could tell Rose was still upset, so he moved in front of her and said in a comforting tone "hey, it wasn't your fault. you're young so you don't know how to control your instincts, so what? You're still the same kind and lovable little Rose that we all know and love. so their's nothing to be ashamed of."

Sybil nodded in agreement after Guardians remark, but then knew it wasn't enough for Rose.
"Well Rose, if you are really worried about that, I understand. Just remember that we don't blame you. And remember that we have a solution..." she said, lowering her head, remembering the painful agreement she had with Sholeh.

At Sholeh's tree, neither the mongoose or the vulture were there. They were strolling arou d the forest, testing from vine to vine too search for the longest and most sturdiest one they could find. Sholeh of course, was showing off to the birds. She didn't tell them about the cruel deal she had with Sybil, but she did tell them that Sybil herself gave her an errand. This made the warblers very worried, since they knew a mongoose like her wouldn't do such a favor out of mere kindness. They were planning a reunion with Sybil to see what the mongoose had asked in exchange...

"Yes Rose... it's in process. You will have a lot of mobility nevertheless, I can guarantee you." Sybil answered, still feeling guilty about it. Which them brought her to the other situation.
"By the way Guardian, make sure you tell Crocux and the others that the Haven waters are off limits." she warned, remembering how fond the crocodile was of swimming nearby. She didn't tell Rose, but her behavior caused Sybil to become more cautious of others, and since the orcas were the biggest predators around, she believed they were at most risk with them.

Crocux says "aw man! that stinks." and he starts pouting. "I think he just found out." said Guardian "I'll make sure that the others are informed though."

Sybil was glad that the point was made, and proceeded to answer Rose.

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"How did you find a way?" Rose said.

"Well, remember when Sholeh and Shadow tied up the warblers? We are going to use those vines with you." she explained, believing it was the best way for Rose to have a bit of freedom and not hurt anyone as long as they remained within the limits.

Jhen remains nearby or rather within earshot so if the residents need anything, he is there to help. The problem is the lack of food in the sea, may be a real issue. Orcas need a lot of food and Jhen would hate to hurt one of the residents due to his hunger and instincts.

Sunflame remains laying down and rests within Whirlpool's home. He is far from better, even after the time that has passed. His body will need much time to recover, but with the current situation that is all more difficult. Food is scarce and as is water.

AJ:

Just a short distance away from the others beneath the cool shade of a large tree, I have fallen asleep. My little tail is curled around my little form and I am curled into a tiny ball. There is evidence that I have been crying from dried up lines down my face and some of the ground beneath me being wet from the fallen tears. Thinking that I had done something wrong, I ran off and have cried myself to sleep.

"Well... she lived in fear due to the sentence you gave her, so in exchange for her help, I eliminated it. I promised her that neither of the orcas will hurt her... at least after the drought is over." Sybil said, not telling her everything. Se believed Rose would feel so much worse if she knew the full condition that came with the deal.

Sybil realized that she had a solid point. That sentence was the only thing keeping Sholeh at bay, so the civet knew that she had to tell Rose the truth.
"Look, Sholeh won't be after eggs. But... any eggs that gets abandoned... will have to be given to her." she said, almost in a whisper due to still being ashamed by the decision.

Sayan remained nearby the two, just staring out onto the ocean. He let the two talk in peace and felt equally ashamed about the deal.

Guardian was upset by this and said in an angry/adament tone "well luckily for me, your deal doesn't apply to me or my family. she can try to get those eggs but i'll see to it she doesn't."

Jr. soon reached Sheloh's tree. he entered and said thinking aloud "something tells me that I should loot this place." being highly observant, like his father, he found the hidden compartment and started stealing Sheloh's food supply.

"No matter how harsh, we don't want to break the deal. We need it, but only for however long this drought lasts.," Sayan said breaking his silence. "Don't worry-- we'll keep an eye on her.," he then said rubbing against the tiger to reassure her.

"It is only because of these deals that she is allowed to remain here. She's selfish, but I'm certain she'll be smart about it.," Sayan said.

Sybil was very glad that there was a spark of happiness in all that dreadful situation between the two, so she now finally believed that their partnership came for the best.
"I know Sholeh to some degree. She may be a selfish, ruthless mongoose, but she keeps promises." Sybil assured, remembering when she was loyal to Shadow. Besides, she gained a lot keeping her part of the deal.
"So don't worry anymore Rose. You'll see, we will triumph over this drought. We have always been strong. We are survivors, don't you forget." Sybil lectured, feeling very confident that the drought was just another life test that destiny put them.

Sybil pondered for a while, keeping Rose company for almost an hour. But then after watching the sea for a while and not catching even a single glance of an orca's dorsal fin, she felt horrible thinking that they were probably hiding, waiting for someone to get in the water. She felt very uncomfortable just sitting there, and knowing that the Haven residents needed to know that they must not approach the shore, she had an idea.
"Hey Sayan. Come with me. We are making sign and put them around the shore to let every Haven resident know that the water if off limits. Or if you prefer to keep Rose company, Guardian can come with me." she said, wanting to have somebody by her side when gathering the materials.

"No... you're right. It's probably best that I come with you.," Sayan said not quite willing to trust Sybil's safety to the cobra and especially not against the orcas.

"I'll be back.," he gently said rubbing against Rose one last time and getting up from their resting spot.

"Come on Sayan. We need sticks and palm leaves. We'll get the sticks first and then we will return here for the leaves." Sybil said, walking with Sayan towards the forest.
"We'll need at least twenty signs. But... we will have to place them near the shore so that they can be visible." Sybil said with a cringe, that meaning that while putting the signs, they would have to be close to the water, so they would have to be extra careful.

Before Sybil and Sayan went out of earshot, she turned to Rose.
"You Rose, stay with Guardian and when I return, let me know if you caught a glimpse of the orcas." Sybil said, needing to know if they were nearby, and if they were, how were they behaving.