Wheeling Gull Isle backwards with purpose

When Hua did appear, Alya returned her bow just as deeply, embarrassed for the woman as she did. If she had been Hydra, it would have been entirely appropriate, but this was not the case. Still, the gesture was appreciated, and she would be sure to pass on what a respectful greeting she'd received to Hydra.

"I am Hydra's sister," she explained with a friendly wag of her tail. "And her eyes, ears, and occassionally, her mouth. So you see, there is no harm done. We are quite used to being mistaken for one another, and it doesn't bother us one bit."

The slight Aiolos had paid her now easily forgiven in light of this more appropriate greeting, Alya was happy to give the two time to catch up. "Hydra is busy on the mountain, of course, but she sent me along to make sure Huo got home safe. I'm sure she'll expect me to bring home news of how Yuelong fares as well. I thought I might stay a few days and get to know some of you before setting off again, if that wouldn't be too much trouble."