Emerald says that he just needs to grab a few things and then he'll meet Joyride outside. He then goes to his studio and grabs his bits and Hope's gift and heads for the door. He stops before opening it though.

He walks over to the drawer of the kitchenette and grabs one of the kitchen knives out of it. He looks at the blade for a second. He can't even imagine bringing himself to ever use it, and he shakes and swallows hard just thinking about it… But at the same he's tired of being in situations where he can't defend himself.

Exiting #304 Coursewalk he sees Joyride standing outside levitating a mirror and cleaning her teeth with her tongue.

"Took you long enough. Let's get going."

It's mid-day, closer to night, and there is a slight chill in the air. Emerald only really feels it on his face however, as his dress keeps him snug and warm.

They make their way to the castle, and on the way some of the less savory individuals they pass by give cat calls. Joyride is quick with a quip or a flirt back, but Emerald isn't used to this, and blushes a deep red every time it happens.

"Oh hey. Told you we'd find one." Joyride says, halting in front of a large community board set outside a building.

Among the fliers for help wanted and the dates of various events around the city is one very large poster of Emerald. A missing person's poster.