[ Aspen's wings fluttered softly at Reyson's laugh, and he found himself laughing alongside. Maybe it didn't really matter that he wasn't Laguz and that Reyson wasn't Aurain - all of these humans were a little bit different, weren't they? But they found companionship in each other all the same. Maybe that's all they could really ask for?

The question has his smile falling a bit, his hand coming up against his mouth. ]

... to my people, I am Aquila, but - humans gave me the name 'Aspen' when I was young, and I grew to like it. I prefer that.

[ He tilts his head to look at him with a warm smile. ]

It's very nice to meet you, Reyson. Even if it be under... unsavory circumstances.

[ His expression turns more curious - ]

Why wouldn't they recognize you? Is this 'Hawk' tribe pitted against your own people?