Emphasis on Metamorphosis

Then they both awkwardly blush as Taelin from downstairs says that Lady Stacia to Guests asking where the innkeeper is Astra spoke in a whisper "Let me help you for work okay? Just for today" as he used a magical hair dye to change his black hair to white hair and use a commoner outfit when he uses his shadow pocket dimension inventory to keep his assassin uniform hidden

Anastasia nodded with a warm smile, touched by Astra's offer to help her with work. As he transformed his appearance, she couldn't help but admire his adaptability. "Thank you, Astra. I appreciate it. Let's go, and I'll introduce you to the guests as my new employee for the day." They descended the stairs together, ready to face whatever the day would bring.

Taelin beams at their arrival as he approach them "Aniki , Lady Stacia guess I shall address you both differently for a cover.." winks before Astra winks back and whispers [a original nickname given by his lost family he had denied for so long] "Call me Aldol if they ask alright?" Anastasia chuckle "and I shall cover that up by saying you are a temporary employed assistant for my work" before they prepare to greet the confused Guest where the elven child and white-haired with blue-eyed eyes young man came from.

Aldol, Lady Stacia, and Taelin made quite the trio, with their different personas and roles to maintain. As they greeted the guests, Aldol and Lady Stacia handled their cover stories well, easing the guests' confusion about their presence. It was a day of mysteries and secrets, and they were determined to keep up their disguises.

But Anastasia is just being her innkeeper self (without saying to explain the truth why Taelin and Aldol aren't guests yet helpers) and Astra despite his detached emotive voice made Taelin enthusiastic "So you guests don't mind us newcomers assisting the innkeeper?!!"

The guests seemed to accept the newcomers' presence, not minding their assistance at all. Taelin's enthusiasm was infectious, and Astra's detached demeanor only added to the intrigue. They carried on with their roles, playing the parts they had chosen to maintain their cover.

Then once the guests were busy with the rented bedrooms Taelin gasped as Astra yawned despite his disguise look (his face and eyes hadn't changed, eyes still blue, still youthful face) and magical hair dye maintained that white color, and this commoner errand boy outfit (medieval) for Anastasia speaking "Come in help me tend to your Aniki going to his bedroom of my Inn I left open only him to use?"

Taelin and Astra followed Anastasia into the private bedroom. Astra was visibly tired from the day's missions, and he appreciated the opportunity to rest. Taelin, on the other hand, was curious about the inn and the arrangement.

Then as Astra lies down and snuggles close to Anastasia singing a lullaby and coaxing his dyed hair, Taelin asks how can an outsider be. Just one of the usual citizens of Coloria be so involved with the recent new organization's leader and even got to witness a side of him that changes how Taelin interprets the leader as a ruthless assassin

Anastasia began to explain, "Well, Taelin, it's a long story. You see, I met Astra when he first came to my inn. I had no idea who he was or what he did. But over time, we got to know each other, and I saw that there was more to him than just the ruthless assassin he's known to be. He's been through a lot, and he's trying to find a balance between his past and a future without all the darkness. I think he appreciates having a place where he can be himself, even if it's just for a little while."

Taelin giggles "It's weird Lady Stacia yet…when he probably disguised himself when he first met you just for a casual place to rest..did you fall in love with him?" Smirks to tease as Anastasia despite being flustered spoke "Yes, at first I am just curious of him being enigmatic and distant at first I provide comfort for him and see his weakest…Along with how the Organization was formed surely you are aware that the main cult base targeted me to be used as a base to hunt him down when he recently dethrone the Equinox and ended the Order that ruled Coloria so" she gazed at the sweet sleeping Astra "basically, I don't mind being involved with him besides falling for him..it was his own choice to reciprocate my feelings and slowly grown attach to me too" Taelin nods as he spoke "So that's why mister/aniki said he understands what I've been through" cried "Lady Stacia…Did Aniki have a bad childhood since you got to know him personally?"

Anastasia gently patted Taelin's head as she replied, "Yes, Taelin, he had a difficult childhood. He's been through a lot of pain and loss. But he's also incredibly strong, and he's trying to heal and find a new purpose in life. He's not just a ruthless assassin; there's a lot more to him. And I want to be there to support him on his journey." Taelin nodded, seeming to understand a bit more about Astra's past and the person he was now.

Taelin twitch his ears "Aniki is so cool , you should've seen how he dealt with two large branch cults in the row and take us in the organization-" Anastasia giggles "Ohh nice , well young Taelin I must admit it's also thanks to him learning to spare certain life even though he has a scheme for it. Wasn't so bad as it seemed for he did overthrow the main cult base thanks with Cheshie's help that smoothly admits to be allies with him and influence a large change and it's called shadow's resurgence I think-" Taelin spoke "I met them yet they never see Aniki personally…just like loyal members of his organization , a secret faction we are yet" smiles cutely "I can tell they respect him and especially Cheshie you mentioned I met her!! Back in base as she express how proud she was being spared when her squad when it used to be under a cult was assassinate by aniki to gain intel and devoted to be supportive never to kidnap you again and loves being the first apprentice.."

Anastasia listened to Taelin with a warm smile. "It's great to see that Cheshie is doing well and that they all respect Aniki so much. He's worked hard to create this organization and make positive changes in Coloria. And it's wonderful that you've met these people who support him and are part of this secret faction. You must feel like you're part of something special now." Taelin nodded enthusiastically, feeling more connected to Astra's world and the people in it.

Anastasia blushed as she thought of how much time quickly felt slow despite these short days for she uttered "Still, I love Astra your aniki…and you don't see it as a weakness or issue as an outsider..a common folk of this surface to be with him despite not supporting the ideals his and the organization upholds?"

Taelin looked at Anastasia with earnest eyes. "Lady Stacia, I don't see it as a weakness at all. Aniki is amazing, and you love him for who he is. It doesn't matter where you come from or what your background is. Love transcends all of that. And from what I've seen, you've brought out a softer side in him, and that's a good thing." His words were filled with genuine sincerity as he spoke.

She thought how cute he was and hugged the boy close "ahh kawaii!! You are so precious it's a good thing Astra saved you-" they pause as Astra opens his eyes still lying down as he smiles (there's a flicker of starlight irises ) "Hey you two, come here..join me to rest since my sensitive ears are ringing.." Anastasia got a red face "A-Astra-" as Taelin giggled to speak "I shall hug Aniki first-"

Astra chuckled softly and extended his arms, welcoming them both. Taelin snuggled up to his Aniki, while Anastasia joined in, creating a warm and cozy moment together. In this little embrace, they found solace and comfort, and for a while, the world outside didn't matter.

Then as the two had fallen asleep side by side Astra hear a telepathic voice (ahh it's Chocola) and she inquired with all these sorts of people..does he still have a goal of revenge?

Astra's thoughts reached out to Chocola in response to her telepathic inquiry, "Chocola, my goal of revenge remains, but it's not all that defines me anymore. I've found new connections, a purpose beyond vengeance. I won't let it consume me entirely." Chocola acknowledged his response and offered her support before fading into the background of his thoughts once more.

Then he got serious (I feel empty again, I need to end the remaining cults that are 2 branches left starting tomorrow and after that…I shall deal with the nobles and whoever gets me and my faction's way..) as he yawned and slowly slept peacefully.

Astra's determination and inner conflict-filled his thoughts as he drifted into a peaceful slumber, ready to face the challenges of the days to come.

Astra's eyes opened, still feeling a bit groggy as he looked at Anastasia and Taelin. "Did I oversleep?" he asked, realizing that he might have missed his intended schedule.

Silhouette spoke behind them "Don't worry Ad Astra sama…they don't mind and I have taken care of any spies of respective branches dispatch if they are looking for your true identity or weakness so I have come to report good news..Clifford managed to dispatch two squads in two respective assigned branch cults that remained…a dwarves craftsman of our organization - Shadow's Resurgence assist in converting bits of your shadow constructs into earpieces so for members that lack the experience or imitation of your skills and power we can communicate as we're aware you are the one doing the operations of communication" Astra sit up and scratch his bed hair before turning to Silhouette enjoying to stare at his disguise and magically white dyed hair as she uttered "Ahem, if you still need time I shall take Taelin back in base after such good rest and Innkeeper Anastasia for you both" Anastasia pause as she can tell a nod from Silhouette is enough to tell this one if members of Astra's organization understood her role in Astra's life. As Taelin and Silhouette left in a blink of an eye "So Astra hungry for breakfast before I also focus on my work?" Astra had a sad smile and spoke "Sure, but I promise this time I shall try to spend some time with you beyond my ambitions-" he was hushed by her for she spoke. "I know you badly hate to realize there's more than your goals now.."

Astra looked at Anastasia, his usually stoic expression showing a hint of vulnerability. "You're right, I do have other things in my life now," he admitted. "And I don't want to lose sight of them. Let's have breakfast and enjoy this moment together." He smiled, and for a brief moment, the weight of his goals seemed a little lighter.

As they eat together after praying for the 7 deities of color (based on the rainbow order) , Astra spoke "Hey, What were you and Taelin up to while I was still asleep and before you woke me up as Silhouette and Shadow's Resurgence need me?"

Anastasia smiled as they enjoyed their meal. "Taelin and I were just chatting, getting to know each other better," she replied. "He's a curious and energetic boy. We also talked about you, and I assured him that we're here for each other. It was a nice little bonding session." She reached out and gently touched Astra's hand.

Astra smiled as Anastasia felt a flutter as he spoke "I admit , I didn't expect the boy to be so at ease with me just because I reassured him I relate to his troubles..he kinda reminds me of myself.." Anastasia nods as they sip tea "Yes , indeed even he admits that yet admired that connection..he even doesn't mind someone as plain as me affected you so much.." Astra uttered "That's why I fallen for you..it's because deep down I want that feeling to be seen and treated as a normal person..just a fellow commoner Archaican like you…well before I was kidnap I am slowly reconnecting my lost suppressed memories …the best ones since I am too. Young to remember for my time before at 4 being taken away by Estella's subject Mad Hatter that has chains of events until now-" Anastasia giggles "Sorry it's just, of your words to suddenly admit it to me so openly made me realize deep down you desire a normal life not involve in a lot of bigger things right? Well thanks to you I realize maybe my USUAL routine isn't boring at all"

Astra smiled softly. "You're right, Anastasia. It's not boring at all. In fact, it's quite the opposite. Your 'usual' life has brought me a sense of peace and connection I didn't think was possible. And I do long for a simpler life, free from the burdens of my past. You've shown me that there's more to life than revenge, and for that, I'm grateful." He reached across the table and gently squeezed her hand.