To the meeting with Rhea, and learning something a little odd.

"Oh? Professor? Did you need something?" Rhea asked as Byleth walked into the Audience Chamber.

"Archbishop," Byleth replied, inclining his head. "I would like to make a request, regarding the upcoming mission."

She blinked and smiled. "Of course, within reason of course," she began, before pausing, and suddenly looking over Byleth's shoulder... Right to where Sothis materialized, thinking about having some fun with Rhea.

Sothis froze, and Byleth... Well, while he also noticed, it was a good thing he had such a good poker face, as he showed no reaction, as Rhea stared, as if trying to see something just out of sight. Did she actually see Sothis? Or was it just some inkling that something was there? "... Archbishop?" he asked after a moment, and Sothis retreated back into his head, a little spooked.

Rhea gave a small start, and shook her head. "Apologies, I believe I may have been imagining things," she said a little too smoothly. "About that request?"

Byleth pushed the moment aside for now, and replied, "I was thinking, maybe I should have someone to observe my first time leading Officers Academy Students into battle. While I am fairly confident in my abilities, I also know that the students aren't entirely experienced with this, so I believe a safety net to be sure we can all handle ourselves is in order. I was thinking that the weapons instructor, Jeritza should accompany us. He has more experience working with students of all types, I'm sure."

Rhea gave a small hum as she considered Byleth's words. "Hmm... You speak wisely, Professor. Very well. I will give my blessing for Jeritza to accompany you and your class," she nodded. "He may appreciate the opportunity to see some action. The man enjoys combat quite a bit," she noted.

Byleth nodded. "Thank you, Archbishop." With that, he headed back out. Once a fair distance away, Sothis materialized again, and looked at Byleth in some concern.