Ienzo still didn't recognize her. But her shock, her ... fear? That was all too familiar. And there's one thing in his mind that would cause this, the same thing he's encountered before in their own reality. She's from a world he's been to. She had known Zexion.

She saw Zexion, when she saw him. Just as Sora and any of the others first did, before he could reassure them. And just like with them, he paused for a second, heart clenching. His expression didn't change - but his smile froze for a moment.

When would people first see him instead? Perhaps once he's done enough to make up for the past. It's ... perhaps irrelevant, who she was. She's someone he's hurt, somehow. If she feared him now ... he deserved it.

Ienzo smiled softly at her, and didn't let his inner thoughts show. His voice was gentle as he reassured, "My name is Ienzo. While you might have met me in the past, I've since regained my heart - and I've made it my life's goal to help others. I know you don't need repayment, but want to return your kindness all the same."

He stepped forward slowly, trying to show he's not a threat, before - almost tentatively - Ienzo took her hand. His calloused fingers were gentle. His heart hurt. She sounded as if she'd seen a phantom which haunted her, and yet she still wanted to help him. Whoever she was, she's a kind person with a heart filled with light.


(( ooc: sorry about the delay in my reply - thank you so much for your patience! ))