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Guzma groned in annoyence "just great first I wake up in this crate thing in the middle of nowhere and now I find out I can't get home! This is just my luck! What's next!? Some loser is going to get on my nerves because I'm not welcome when I'm basically stranded here!?"

Sybil listened attentively, relieved that the hippo took no notice of her. It didn't look openly hostile, just incredibly frustrated, though if he was locked in a crate for very long, it was understandable.
"Calm down sir. There's no need to be so defensive here. Any animal in need of help is welcomed. If you promise to be well mannered and behaved, we will aid you for anything you need, but first you have to calm down. We have provisions here as well as many shelters, but if it's so urgent for you to return to Africa, the orcas can help you." the warbler explained serenely, knowing there was no point in being started by the hippo's frustration or the negative feeling may escalate.

Guzma says "I guess it couldn't hurt to get help this once, oh and cat I know you're hiding there, you can't hide from destruction in living form"

Sybil was startled when he said destruction. Was he really saying he was a destructor of some kind? Ben so, she tried to keep her cool like the warbler was doing and came out of hiding, though she was more than ready to climb a tree if the hippo decided to turn violent.
"My apologies for eavesdropping sir, but I didn't know how to approach you. It's been a long time since we've had somebody here." Sybil excused, lowering her tail so that it wouldn't be noticeable that it was trembling. This was a large animal, someone that could easily harm her and others, so she really needed to be careful and have good reflexes.

Guzma says "yeah whatever look can you help me get home or not?"

"I can... or rather, my orca friends can. If it's really so urgent for you, just follow me to the beach. I'll ask them to help you." Sybil said, not liking this hippo's behavior. If the orcas could help him get to Africa, they would be rid of him and the Haven will be peaceful again.

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The tiger heard voices. “Wah?! Who’s there?! Don’t come closer!” She hissed and tryed to get up but couldn’t.

Nia wanted to help, but Angus refused to let her approach it.
"She's injured and disoriented... and a predator on top of that. You can't approach someone like that." Angus warned, though Nia wasn't convinced.
"You're sounding just like dad. We can't just leave her there. Go get Whirlpool. I'll watch over her, and don't worry. I won't do anything stupid." Nia assured, and although Angus wasn't convinced, he still left to get the wombat.

Nia flew besides the injured tiger, but at a considerable distance away from her. She wanted to be near, but far enough to make sure she had time to react if the tiger decided to attack. She was helpful but cautious.
"Hey. I'm Nia. Don't worry. My cousinis getting help." she said to the tiger politely, looking a lot like combination of Snow and Rose.

Guzma says "alright lead the way"

Sybil lead Guzma back to the beach, getting besides him instead of behind in case he planned to attack from behind. She wanted to make some conversation along the way, but was afraid he would retialation somehow if he wasn't in the mood for talking. The warbler followed them from above the trees, wanting to make sure Sybil would be alright...

Guzma seems to stay quiet not caring

"This is my home. We help animals that are injured or want to escape from the perils of the world. Our island is for those overly hunted by humans, but Sybil's island focuses more on those who are nearly extinct. We accept anyone willing to seek refugee and have a nice life. Sybil's island is right towards there. Sybil is a nice civet. You should meet her." Nia explained calmly, finding it so comical that a mighty tiger would feel fear towards a small bird with a ridiculous hairdo.

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Guzma seems to stay quiet not caring

Soon Guzma and Sybil reached the beach, withs he latter approaching the shore and calling for an orca. This time, it was Cairo who approached, having recently finished eating.
"Sybil! What..." he asked comfused, taking immediate notice to the large hippo. Some of the orcas were already startled, talking nonstop about the hippo who just appeared in the Haven, and here was Sybil with the animal in question.
"Easy Cairo. He means no harm. He just wants to go home to Africa. I know it's too much to ask, but I'll need several orcas to escort him there." she asked, knowing it was too big of a favor. Cairo would do it and recruit a few of his comrades, but there was something troubling him.
"We're at typhoon season Sybil. The ocean is more dangerous. I mean... sure, I could volunteer and convince others to join, but it'll be very hard to get there." Cairo said, without even mentioning what would the hippo feed on since they didn't eat meat or fish as far as he knew, and the journey would be long and perilous. Although he was more than willing to take the hippo away if it turns out he would be a threat to the Haven.

Guzma says "typhoons!? Awe man what's next with all this whack nonsense!?"

Nia took a step back, not wanting the tiger to get too close to her. She had tiger friends, but this one was new, injured and probably hungry as well, so it was best to keep the distance.
"There's no need to hide here. Nobody can hurt you, and nobody means harm. Don't try to stand up. You're too injured. Whirlpool is on his way. He's a wombat, and the best healer you'll ever find." Nia assured, wanting to be helful but already feeling uncomfortable with the situation.

At that moment, Angus was fetching Whirlpool. He tried to navigate his labyrinth, but even after all these years, he got easily lost. The fact that the wombat expanded it didn't help either. He settled with just calling him from one of his holes and hope that the echo would reach him. The lazy eyed mammal showed his head through another burrow nearby, having heard Angus' call. As soon as the cockatoo explained the situation, Whirlpool followed him, bringing some of his medicine as well as some lianas. They might need to tie the tiger up if it ever hoped to be cured.

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Guzma says "typhoons!? Awe man what's next with all this whack nonsense!?"

Sybil didn't like what Cairo was saying, but she knew she had to explain the situation to the hippo.
"Listen, we're in typhoon season. Many storms form in this time of the year... I... the orcas can help you take different routes, but the journey may be longer. And of course the ocean might be stronger too." she explained calmly, though deep inside wishing Guzma would want to take the risk, although that would mean putting the volunteering orcas as well. She didn't want that, but she also didn't want a potentially unstable animal risking the life of the Haven residents as well. This hippo practically claimed himself as a destructor just minutes ago.

Guzma says "I know what it means fool! I'm not stupid especially not stupid enough to try going home in typhoon season! I'm not suicidal! Guess I'm stuck here until the season ends"

"Hurt you? I already to.d you, he's a healer. Besides, he's a small wombat. He can't do anything to you." Nia explained, although she probably didn't know what a wombat was. She still found it funny how scared the tiger was, but if she just escaped from humans, one had to wonder how traumatized they have left her to be scared of little animals that can't even hurt her.

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“H-he won’t hurt me?” She said as she layed back down in the sand. “It’s so warm here.”

Sybil flinched, not having expected to be talked back like that.
"Alright I'm sorry! I just thought you were asking." Sybil said, clearly offended. She really hated the idea of having this hippo here. Cairo gave him a glare, not liking the way he treated Sybil, but decided to give him a chance and didn't say anything. He retreated into the water, but he kept a close eye to the shore...

Guzma didn't like the situation one bit but didn't show respect to anyone unless they earn it

Guzma says "the names Guzma and relax my stay is temporary until typhoon season ends then I'm out of here"

"I'll show him to the wetland. Tell everybody about the mission to Africa and ask for volunteers. There's still some time before the typhoon season is over." Sybil instructed with a calm face, not wanting to worry him.

Since the hippo was going to stay, Sybil beckoned him to follow, leading him to the wetland. She knew hippos needed water. It had plenty of grass, as well as impalas and antelopes roaming around.
"Alright then. Here's where you'll stay. This is the place where most of the predators come to hunt or fish. Now please don't feel threatened by anyone. I'm going to tell everyone about you and there shouldn't be a problem. Like I told you, this is a sanctuary. There's no reason for anyone to fight." Sybil explained calmly, wondering if it was such a good idea to leave the hippo in a place as frequented as the wetland. Maybe Barloc will accept him? Hunted island had plenty of water, and hippos were herbivores, so maybe the cockatoo leader could consider it. His island wasn't as crowded as hers...

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“O-ok I’ll trust your word.” Marble said as she waited for Whirlpool to show up. She was slowly starting to calm down but she still kept her guard up.

The wombat was there soon enough, and examined the tiger from a distance.
"So... me... Some... gangrene... blood... no inter... n... nal, bleed... ing. Bandage... ant... ibio...tic... plenty of... rrr...rest." Whirlpool said, almost taking him a whole minute. Nia waited for him to finish before addressing to the tiger.
"Don't worry. Whirlpool has a speech impediment, but I can guarantee you, he's very smart and he knows what he's doing. Let him heal you. It may sting a little, but I can assure you it's for the best." Nia said, almost begging. Whirlpool would be exposing his life if it turns out the tiger turned violent, though fortunately, he brought the lianas in case they had to go as far as to tie her up.

Guzma becomes very insulted "you dare assume I have fear!? I am Guzma! Destruction in living form! I'm afraid of nothin!!" He practically roared at her

Sybil closed her eyes, almost being blown away by the yell.
"I assumed nothing sir. I was just telling you there's no need to be defensive here." Sybil clarified, already having fear of this hippo herself. No wonder they had such a bad reputation back in Africa, especially the males.

Guzma says "that's what I thought you runt" he goes about his business

Whirlpool gave the tiger a chance and applied the medicine to her wounds. The cockatoo's were ready to help him get away in case the tiger turned violent. It was all a matter of seeing how she would react and if it was necessary to tie her up...

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Guzma says "that's what I thought you runt" he goes about his business

Sybil looked at him leaving and then left herself, being disappointed about having an animal like that in the Haven. The warblers were more worried about Naga, but this hippo should be the one to be concerned about. The warbler that first greeted Guzma was nearby, having kept a close eye on the two.
"Well that wasn't very nice. I got really worried when he yelled at you. He almost looked like he was going to attack." she said with concern, with Sybil still getting out of the shock.
"I don't know what his problem is, but I think it's best if nobody approaches. Tell everyone to not try to befriend him. Someone with a temper like that is prone to be violent. Warn everyone about him, especially Crocux. I've heard crocodiles and hippos have quite an ugly rivalry." Sybil said, with the warbler nodding but she still needed to know something else.
"Are you sure it's alright to leave him there?" she asked, not liking where he was staying. The wetland was the main area for hunting, and it meant most of the Haven residents will have to encounter him sooner or later.
"Hippos spend most of their lives in water. As long as nobody approaches or disturbs him, we shouldn't have a problem. Besides, his stay is only temporary.' Sybil reminded, wanting to set the warbler's mind at lease. She then flew away, giving the news to everyone she saw...

Crocux comes back to the beach with Marina from their date Crocux saying "that was wonderful love~ we really need to do this more often~"
Marina smiles and nods in agreement and sees Jet nearby and says "hi Jet how are things going?"

The trio was relieved the tiger resisted so well, but they still remained on high guard.
"Soooo... who's going to tell uncle Barloc about this?" Angus asked, breaking the brief silence. They knew Barloc well, and he clearly wasn't going to like this.

Since the warbler was going to warn the other birds and most likely Crocux, Sybil headed to the beach to warn Rose and her family, if they were still there. They were there last time she checked...

The warbler warned every bird she met, from keas to other warblers. Many didn't sounded very concerned, especially since they didn't have much of a need to head to the wetland. They got their water from other places, and they could fly. Plus hippos were herbivores, so they weren't afraid of being eaten. The mayority still believed it was Naga the one to be the most concerned about.

Crocux asks "oh really? What kind of guest?"

Crocux frowns "his name wouldn't happen to be Guzma by chance?"

Sybil reached the beach, encountering the family. While she hated interrupting such a precious moment, they needed to know the new situation.
"Sayan? Rose? Hope I'm not interrupting anything. Just letting you know that's there's a new animal in the Haven. A hippo to be precise, and a very... volatile one to say the least. He'll be living in the wetland, so you'll probably encounter him sooner or later. Don't try to befriend him though. He's not a very nice creature. He arrived to the Haven by accident, and he intends to return to Africa as soon as typhoon season is over." Sybil explained to the big cat couple, looking that Snow and Hunter were playing further away.

"Make sure to let your children know as well. And Crocux if you see him. Crocodiles and hippos aren't a good mix." she expressed, leaving again in order to give the news to Naga as well and whoever else she encountered along the way. Typhoon season will end in about two months, so there were going to be hard weeks ahead.

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“W-who’s Barloc?” Marbles asked.

"He's... my dad, and leader of the cockatoos. Don't worry though. He's harmless, just very rude. He doesn't like predators after he lost my uncle to one he had saved, but I'm certain I can convince him." Nia explained, with Angus wondering if it was such a good idea to give away so much information to a predatory stranger like that.

Crocux says "back when I was young only a child, we were traveling with an old but brave and strong white rhino named Rumble, he feared nothing but he did his best to stay away from Guzma, Guzma is apparently the strongest hippo that lived appearently undefeated and is in charge of his own gang, because of his strangth creatures flocked to him to work for him making him even more dangerous, back then I locked eyes with him and I felt a cold dread that any creature even those that he wasn't a threat to, would fear and avoid him but no one seems to know about his past not even his second in command"

Sayan nodded as he kept an distant eye on their two children.

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Sholeh knew Naga was making much sense. Still, it was hard to accept.
"But it's so unfair! Look how much time has passed and still no progress! They're a bunch of ungrateful jerks, taking advantage of Sybil's kindness and the fact that they are endemic to the island, thus believing they have every right of the world. My kind is endemic to the island too, and you don't see them treating me any better, just because I'm a natural predator! That's just the way nature works! But of course, they don't want to see it that way! Ever since Sybil came to the island and made it a sanctuary, they believe even nature itself can be controlled! They're just lucky I'm not a python! You may be kind and respectful to Sybil's rules, but in your position, I would've wiped out a few of those stupid warblers and put them in their place!" Sholeh expressed, wanting Naga to understand her frustration, and that she would not be as patient and merciful as he is.

"Of course my dear-- I understand. This Python will admit that he found the idea of a sanctuary.. laughable at first. Never before had I been expected to relate to others, to ignore my instincts, and to ignore everything that I had been told prior. And to have been endemic is more than understandable. But the idea of an Haven wasn't entirely an bad one-- the issues of improperly placed respect aside.," Naga said continuing to look at Sholeh. "Had it not been for Sybil and her efforts-- I would've never broken out of merely simply following my instincts and I wouldn't never been transplanted here thanks to the efforts of her counterpart Shadow. I would've still been merely a Python trapped and contained behind glass. I was content for a time, but now.. now I know better. I know what's it's like to feel, to experience, and to truly care for another. Without Sybil, you would've never entered my life and I would've never entered yours. And this Python wouldn't have it any other way.," Naga than said looking at Sholeh with the same increasing affectionate look.

Crocux says "I know that but the thing that worries me is the fact he's here and not in Africa, with him gone his crew will fall apart and start a civil war, normally I wouldn't be worried but with typhoon season coming he won't make it back in time to stop it, if anything he'll show up and see everyone dead, he'll have no reason to go back and stay here. He won't go to the beach since he's inland already, it might make the situation better if his second in command believed he was still alive and went to go look for him, she might show up with a couple of his grunts and she while not in charge of Guzma could at least make it so he will probably behave and maybe even become an asset for the Haven but even then it's a toss up with him."

Crocux says "I know I'm just saying that's the most likely senario with our luck"

Sholeh gave that one to Sybil. If it wasn't for her Haven, she never would've met a friend as special as Naga
"Well yeah, I do admit that if it wasn't for this silly sanctuary, we never would've met. Sybil and I would probably be just two more preys for you... but the Haven gave you the chance to befriend creatures like me, and of course, that should be given credit." Sholeh expressed, once hating the Haven but finally learning to appreciate it, even though she still hated the warblers with a passion.

She looked at Naga looking at her and surrounding her, though she never had the heart to tell her the latter made her slightly uncomfortable. She wanted to say something else when Sybil's echo travelled around the swamp.
"Naga! Naga! Where are you? There's something really urgent you should know!" Sybil called, unable to see him. The swamp was dark, and his camouflage made him practically invisible, and the damp smell made it impossible to track him by scent.

Naga was about to say something else when the urgent voice of Sybil could soon be heard echoing off the trees. "I.. I believe we have company. Sybil's timing can be quite expeditious at times.," the large serpent said releasing his encirclement upon Sholeh and prepared to call for the still current leader. "You may hide if you wish or you may remain. It makes little difference to me.," he then said giving his special friend time to decide before breaking his camouflage. "I am here-- h-h-here...," he called out allowing his echoes to help lead Sybil.

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“Sayan when we head home tonight we need to tell the kids to avoid the swamp. I don’t want them to run into the hippo without us with them.” Rose said. “Knowing Snow she’ll wanna sneak out so we will have to ask one of the keas to keep an eye out for her just Incase.”

"Agreed.," Sayan responded knowing that Hunter could only do so much to keep her in line-- and out of the trouble.

Cairo was swimming around the island, filled with anxiety. He didn't like Guzma being there. It took one single look at him and how he treated Sybil to know what kind of animal he was. Now he hated himself for not volunteering to lead him to Africa, even if he had been the only. Even if it's typhoon season, he should've tried to lead the hippo away, even if the journey was perilous and took longer than usual.

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Naga was about to say something else when the urgent voice of Sybil could soon be heard echoing off the trees. "I.. I believe we have company. Sybil's timing can be quite expeditious at times.," the large serpent said releasing his encirclement upon Sholeh and prepared to call for the still current leader. "You may hide if you wish or you may remain. It makes little difference to me.," he then said giving his special friend time to decide before breaking his camouflage. "I am here-- h-h-here...," he called out allowing his echoes to help lead Sybil.

Sholeh remained where she was, preferring to eavesdrop than being part of this little meeting. It was Naga the one being called, not her. Although she had a decent relationship with Sybil now, she wasn't in the mood to see her. The civet called, finally locating the large python after a while.
"Naga! There you are. Listen, I have some urgent news for you. A hippo arrived a few minutes ago, but it isn't an animal looking for sanctuary. He arrived here by accident, and he's not a very nice beast. He's taking residence in the wetland until typhoon season is over, so try to avoid him as best as you can." Sybil warned, not certain if the python would be a match for a hippo Guzma's size, but even if he was, she didn't want anybody to get hurt.

"I seeeee...," Naga said absorbing the facts. "I don't belieeeve he will become a problem for me, but I appreeeciate the heads up and shall take it into consideration.," the large serpent than said. He wondered what thoughts the nearby eavesdropping Sholeh would have on the matter.

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Rose smiled and rubbed her head under Sayan chin. “For the future and prosperity of the haven!”

"For the future!," Sayan said rubbing his head against Rose's.

"They're at it again.," Hunter quietly said briefly observing from where he and Snow had been splashing in the water.

After giving him the information, Sybil left, just slightly relieved to have informed him, but Crocux and the rest of the warblers had to know urgently about the possible new threat. Sholeh overheard anything and felt neutral about it.
"Well, wasn't that nice of her to inform you?" she commented after Naga returned, starting to believe Sybil did care about the python and that wasn't helping him out of just fear.

"But... a hippo. Those guys are quite nasty for what I've heard. I've never seen one, but even I have heard of them. Are you sure it won't be any trouble?" Sholeh asked, concerned for her friend. Naga was powerful alright, enough to rival Crocux, but hippos were a whole new level, and they could kill crocodiles and possibly even pythons as well.

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“I....I hope he lets me stay. I won’t hurt anyone especially sense you guys are helping me.” Marble said.

Nia nodded, willing to help her. Angus was more careful, and ready to warn Whirlpool about any possible incoming attacks from her part.
"Aren't you going to tell uncle Barloc?" he asked Nia, knowing that if he was kept in the dark about this new predator, it was going to be worse.
"Later Angus. Right now she needs help." Nia said, not wanting to tell her father, but knew she had to sooner or later since he always, one way or the other, finds out what happens in his island.