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Post by Adell Windsor on Oct 16, 2013 4:22:32 GMT -6
So, back to business. Adell suppressed a sigh, mentally kicking himself. There was that sinking feeling that he had misspoken somewhere, and caused Lycoris to withdraw back into her shell. Sensing the shift in mood, Adell rose as well, his posture far less relaxed than it was a moment ago. "We haven't encountered much in the way of dangerous elements in Ilusia, but that does not mean that they are not present." Adell spoke carefully, trying to avoid eliciting another negative response. "However, splitting up may be the only way to gather useful information. If you believe it is for the best, all I will say is that you must be cautious." Would it be better for Adell to put his foot down, and say that he should be present at all times? Perhaps, and it was still an option. "I will learn what I can. If I have reason to believe that you will be put into danger, I will accompany you." Had Lycoris not have been a remarkably skilled mage, Adell would have voiced much more serious objections. But she was no fool, and her title alone would keep her safe in most any public place. Still, a little caution could prevent knives from finding her back. If the elves or beastmen had a reputation of being extremely territorial, even a single bodyguard was better than nothing. If nothing else, he could catch an arrow for her. "It does seem unlikely that the remnants of the royal family would have been able to hide out in either Volos or Meridell, but it is possible. After all, no place better to hide than where no-one thinks to look." Adell was clearly not speaking from experience, but from idle conjecture. If he were a thief-catcher, or anyone remotely qualified for this task, he would sound less unsure. As it stood, he was out of his element. He had been trained to conduct himself, and, basically, to fight and kill. Finding people or seeking out information were nowhere near his forte. "They're not exactly famed for being overly welcoming to humans, but if Briar was willing... it could be helpful." Would he be able to write off visiting Volos as something stemming from idle curiosity? Only time would truly tell. ★ Lycoris
★ Not if he was just a head, then you kept the zombie-Aion head in a glass case. I'd put that on my mantle.
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Post by Lycoris Sotiris on Oct 16, 2013 9:21:47 GMT -6
With things decided on that end, setting a departure day and preparing for the trip came next. Xara in Meridell would be an interesting experience. Adell going to Volos would not be a worrisome thing at all since she knew she could trust him to handle himself and figure things out, but what of Xara? The woman was a maid with some combat experience, true... if it came down to it, Lycoris was confident in her abilities to negotiate and fight. Her experience with elves and other faerie were minimal up until this point. She knew enough about them to comfortably call them territorial and private, so it would take a bit of convincing. Humans were the open race. They were accepting and adaptable, and could do just about anything. Just because their lifespan was relatively short did not mean they were useless or worthless. If anything, they were the ones who lived life the most. They found things in it that could change everything for them. Sometimes she envied them, for they were the ones to find things and hold on to them sooner then most others, because of their limited existence. "I will ask someone at the inn to serve as a guide as well." Feeling a bit uncomfortable, the princess began to slip her shoes on. Less uncomfortable and more cold, honestly. The chill in the air caused her to look skyward, facial features darkening as she did so. "Arriving before another storm of sorts would be ideal for all of us. The weather has been so peculiar with that."Would it happen again? Most likely. Something about it... and the book they found with that line on it... "Adell, do you get the feeling something bad is about to happen?" Lycoris spoke softly, rubbing her arms. "It just feels... strange."★ adell windsor
★ what about a zombie koir head that keeps talking still?
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Post by Adell Windsor on Oct 16, 2013 17:39:07 GMT -6
Adell crossed his arms, considering the question. "The storms of late have been far from normal. I'm no soothsayer, but it could be an ill omen." Even if the song could be discounted, the moon could not. Green was one thing. Two full moons in such rapid succession? The two things could hardly be a coincidence. "Best be on our guard, just in case. No telling what any of it means." It could just be a once-in-a-thousand-years cosmological event. It could also be a sign of the end of the world. If it started hailing fire and brimstone, he guessed he would know which was which. "I can't say anything for certain, but it'd be best if we didn't see another storm." It would be better, but it wasn't a sure thing either way. With weather this strange, it was impossible to predict what was going to happen. There was a distinct feeling that the storms weren't about to suddenly cease. Not with that moon looming above them. Adell blinked, and regarded Lycoris. "Are you cold, your highness? Perhaps we should head back for the day." It was far from a forceful suggestion, but it was, at least genuine. ★ Lycoris
★ Zombie-Koir-talky-head would make an awesome hat. Also sorry for shortness.
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Post by Lycoris Sotiris on Oct 16, 2013 18:04:53 GMT -6
He was dependable. Even now, just standing there talking, she knew she could count on him. If she needed him for anything, he would be there in the blink of an eye. The urge to smile hit her, but it didn't reach her lips. No, that was his job now, after all. ...even if it wasn't, he'd still be there. She knew that. Just because she sometimes didn't want to believe it didn't make it any less true. "That is fine." It would be a nice ride back. They had some planning and sorting to do, and with the festival coming up, they needed to time it right. If all went well then they go make the trip to the festival and just depart from the garden to the places they needed to go. It would make it a nice wide arc that way if she remembered her geography studies well enough. "Adell?" There was a notion of hesitance in her voice as she mounted her horse. Looking back at him, this time she did smile a bit. "Thank you." For what, she would let him figure out and decide. For now... time to begin planning. ★ adell windsor
★ short post in return to wrap it up
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