Wake in chaos [ Tento | Lerna ]

Tento walked through the bustling district. This had quickly become one of the few things he could find himself being able to do in these trying times after he received the news about the acting Captain Commander's order. Hunt hollows, open gargantas for movement, and help rebuild in what ways he could. On and on repetition with diligence putting on a bright smile and cheery tone. Trying to be strong. Trying to keep perspective and dim the darkness in people's eyes even just a little bit.

Tento's tall frame casted a long shadow in the late afternoon sun. The air was thick with the scent of sfood vendors and the chatter of people trying to go about their daily lives despite the recent chaos. His eyes scanned the crowd, searching for a familiar face. He felt her spiritual energy in some distance when he reached the far outskirts but it was off. And if the full details of what he heard was true, he could get why. It felt like a weak hollow was present here but it wasn't like the typical signature.

The mixed energy, in addition to that striking blonde Hair and curvaceous figure. Would be hard for Tento of all people to miss. He had no idea what she would be up to now that the Gotei was disbanded and their Captain Commander's status unknown. The uncertainty and fear he could only imagine she was going through right now. If it was still fresh like the wound he expected it was then Tento knew there was a lot of pain she was trying to deal with and others she was trying to hide. The disbandment of their organization had left many, likely including Lerna, adrift and without purpose.

As Tento walked deeper into the district, he could feel the weight of the community's despair. People moved with a sense of aimlessness, their eyes reflecting the uncertainty of their future. Tento's heart ached for them, but his focus remained on finding Lerna. He needed to see her, to offer his support and remind her that she wasn't alone.
He finally spotted her sitting in meditation. A mix of sensation in the air. The vibrant energy that usually surrounded her was gone, replaced by a heavy aura of sorrow. Tento approached her slowly, not wanting to startle her. "Hey, Lerna," he called softly, his voice filled with concern.