[ Alkaid pauses for a moment, ears perking up at the sudden outburst from her sister. One would think she would be used to such things given the nature of their dynamic. Still, it does often take her surprise now and then. ]

Would it be better if I was there with you for the first few times? [ Her voice drops to a soft and hesitant tone. ] Just to help break the ice.

[ The description of the mysterious stranger does cause her to worry. The how and why he is looking for them is more of a concern than the fact his body is turning into crystal; yet that too is a worry within itself. What could cause that? ]

Did he give any explanation as to why such a thing is happening to him?