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 Posted: Thu Jan 24, 2013 7:31 pm
He frowned at how the man was taking it a bit out of context. While he was one to repay debts, here he was talking about getting favors repaid or something. Well. And he was a bit offended at the thought he would have offered such a thing as compensation. He wasn't some sort of two-bit fiend who would run around with just anything. Tsk. "I wouldn't have offered to begin with." He stated very bluntly, wondering only momentarily while the man had suddenly stopped half sentence. He hadn't suddenly changed his mind and- nope. Nope. Nope. He was not interested in such things. He suddenly felt more than clean enough, and about as refreshed as someone as physically and mentally tired as him could be. Grabbing the towel he'd set to one side to keep dry with one hand he quickly got up and turned away to move off, intending to get dressed. He was done. Most certainly. He quickly walked off without another word, not bothering to work on wringing out his still dripping wet hair until he was out of sight. At which point his was about as swift as he could be in getting dressed and attempting to make himself presentable before heading back out to the main area. Well, he almost looked like he belonged here now with the faint gold accents on his clothes. Though he did still need to finish braiding his hair, it could wait a few minutes. "Never... again."
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Posted: Thu Jan 24, 2013 7:42 pm
Well. That was sudden. He just hoped that man wouldn't forget who he owed his life to, if it ever came down to it. Bastion was a hero. A damn hero. He started to wash his skin clean, safe and sound in the knowledge that he was a hero. And nobody would tell him otherwise.
He dunked his head underwater and scrubbed his hair, and the thoughts of Mjoll, out of his mind. When he resurfaced, his scalp was raw with how hard he'd tried. He climbed out of the hot springs, and wrapped a towel around his body while searching for the clothes allotted to him by the Empress. They were really nice - fancier than anything he'd ever owned before. When he slid them on his body, and caught his reflection in the water, he smirked.
He certainly looked like a hero.
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Posted: Thu Jan 24, 2013 7:48 pm
After such a harrowing experience the king's summons came as a mild shock; albeit one that mingled with warmth and pride. Lifen was right however and Kiwi cast a quick nod to her, smiling tenderly. "Thank you for your kindness." And with that he left her side to approach his king.
He bowed deeply. "My lord, how may I be of service??"
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Posted: Thu Jan 24, 2013 7:55 pm
Eventually Imryn made her way back as well, tired and covered in whatever had been in that bog. It was a bit of a task just to stay up right after how much the flowers had taken out of her, but she was determined not to face plant on the floor. Especially in front of the other members of the court. That didn't seem like it would go over well or make a good impression of her capabilities. Though sitting down didn't seem to be such a bad idea.
At some point she found herself sitting down, not sure if it was on the floor or a seat of some kind, she was too drained to care at the moment. Head in her hands, attempting to focus on just staying awake and up-right.
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Posted: Thu Jan 24, 2013 8:05 pm
Mengyao gave a small nod to Mjoll. "I thank you for your assistance in this matter," he said.
Her last comments drew a look of bemusement from him, but he said nothing more, filing the information away in his mind for later. He turned his attention to Kiwi.
"I have need of your services," he said.
Lifting his hand, he pressed two fingers to Kiwi's forehead. In a silent gesture, almost as though he were wiping something away, he drew them to the side, leaving behind a glowing, golden mark:
"You have done well. I would like you to first give your services to Imryn. Assist her in healing her wounds, and then bring the one called Molan to me, if you please."
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Posted: Thu Jan 24, 2013 8:28 pm
At the motion, Kiwi only stood still, doing his best not to shift as the mark was drawn. With it he could feel a fresh wave of power surge through him, the power of his king, and he understood perfectly. He nodded, and bowed again. "Right away my lord."
Kiwi approached Imryn, and giving her a soft smile, placed a hand to her shoulder. Drawing on the newfound power and that of his own stone, he allowed a wave of life-force to pass through his hand. Imryn would find herself fully refreshed. Bowing respectfully, he made his way back along the main courtyard. Now where had that Silver refugee gotten himself-
Kiwi's golden eyes caught long tresses, and he turned to find the youth leaving the bath area. Just in time. "Excuse me, Molan," he called out, approaching him. "Lord Mengyao requires your presence immediately. If you will follow me."
Kiwi extended an arm in the king's direction, ushering him forward.
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Posted: Thu Jan 24, 2013 8:28 pm
Mjoll nodded as Mengyao thanked her, she did the best she could. Which really wasn't much at all, it was just trying to pay attention with everything to start with. And after such a fall it was a little difficult to do that.
With that out of the way Mjoll nodded to Lifen taking the smaller pile to aid in handing out clothing. Luckily most of her own had dried by now and only the pant legs inside her boots were wet. "It gives me something to do other than think about how tiring that all was."
She sighed, "I'd much rather forge for my own crafting supplies than fall down another rabbit hole."
She occasionally felt the material's she was handing out brows knitting on occasion. "Ma'am.... were some of these... from the king's stash?" She asked quietly, almost in a whisperer.
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Posted: Thu Jan 24, 2013 8:34 pm
The man had only finished bathing and was contemplating what to do with his hair, as he didn't be a proper brush, when he spotted the fellow coming towards him after calling his name. He only had a moment to tilt his head before brows knit at hearing there was a call for him. This, could end very poorly...seeing as he had little to show for his endeavors aside from cuts, bruises, and scrapes. "He does?" He lifted a brow at the call to follow before nodding. He deemed it best not to upset the emperor any further than he might have. In truth letting his temper get the best of him earlier was likely not his best of choices, but it had happened. He wouldn't apologize, he didn't think himself entirely wrong, just a bit rash perhaps. Still, there was little else to do short of doing as commanded at this point. "Lead the way then." He added, pulling himself together enough to stand about as tall and proud as he could. At the least, he was clean. Which meant he wouldn't look an absolute mess before the King.
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Seussi rolled 1 10-sided dice:
3
Total: 3 (1-10)
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Posted: Thu Jan 24, 2013 8:36 pm
Shaheen nodded, though nothing could stop the flicker of concern that crossed her face when she tilted her head to see the blood caked on one of Lifen's legs, and she pursed her lips together, biting her tongue back from giving her a hard time. This is what she wanted to do, to help everyone, to be compassionate and thoughtful as only she could be. Shaheen could keep her mouth shut just this once. Giving a silent nod, she reached out to pluck away some of the clothing that was being offered, offering a smile to Mjoll as well when she approached to help. "You reported to the Emperor on what was discovered below the tower, yes?" She prompted, wanting to make sure before she went to bath that it had already been done.
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Posted: Thu Jan 24, 2013 8:47 pm
Nodding, Kiwi stepped forward, guiding his charge through the throng of citizens until they stood before the king. He bowed again. "Molan, as requested my lord." And with that, stepped to one side, flicking his fan gently as he watched the scene with heightened interest.
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xoxomenai rolled 2 12-sided dice:
3, 2
Total: 5 (2-24)
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Posted: Thu Jan 24, 2013 9:01 pm
xoxomenai Quoting for Imryn Heal amount, otherwise ignore this post /poof
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xoxomenai rolled 2 12-sided dice:
8, 10
Total: 18 (2-24)
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Posted: Thu Jan 24, 2013 9:05 pm
xoxomenai xoxomenai Quoting for Imryn Heal amount, otherwise ignore this post /poof
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Masshiro rolled 1 10-sided dice:
4
Total: 4 (1-10)
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Posted: Thu Jan 24, 2013 9:10 pm
((Entering from Labyrinth)) Kashiyoru was exhausted. And dirty. And in dire need of some T.L.C. He made his way to a bench and slumped down on it, without care of what anyone else was doing. He was drained and disappointed in himself. Probably best not to face anyone right now. His 'famous' smirk was no where to be found. He felt his life draining out and flowing away. Until he heard something. An offer of clean clothes and a bath!? Kashi sat upright, eyes gleaming. It was like heavenly music playing in all directions and the world seemed, and felt, so much lighter. He made his way to the young lady handing out the clothing. He was careful not to grab them with his bleeding hand, before making his way to bathe. Undressing took longer than it should have. He was mindful not to get anything on the sash. The sash. Kashi stared at it for a long time. Had it been the whole reason Molan was willing to put up with him? He didn't even know why it was so important. Only that Molan was pretty desperate to get it back. ' Pretty desperate.' He grinned before bathing himself. The warmth from the water was more than he could of asked for. What felt like five minutes, but was actually forty-five, was all he could manage before having to rinse off, dry and dress himself. He re-brushed his hair and left it long; rather than the loose ponytail he had in earlier. Yawning, loudly, he made his way back out towards the group of fellow members of the kingdom. He was just in time to see Molan making his way to the emperor. Kashi would have to wait to return what was not his to keep.
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Posted: Thu Jan 24, 2013 9:41 pm
Mengyao waited for the arrival of Molan, giving his new Practitioner a nod in gratitude as the pale haired young man stepped into view. His clothes bore signs of wear and tear, but his head was high, his eyes still filled with the same sort of self assurance and confidence as he had come into the kingdom with.
"Thank you, Kiwi," said Mengyao softly. "If you please, I would like also to the one called Sap and the one called Ligaya after I am finished speaking with Molan."
The Emperor turned his head towards the white haired one, his expression calmly neutral as he surveyed him. "I hear you and Kashiyoru did not quite achieve what I had asked of you in the remains of the Silver Kingdom," he said, after a long moment. There was no malice in his tone, merely a simple, straightforward examination of the facts. His eyes flickered towards those eyes again and Mengyao lifted his chin.
"But you did well enough," he said. "Perhaps you did not accomplish things as well as some of the others, but that does not mean that your good works have been overshadowed by your mistakes. Many make mistakes. It is how you present yourself afterwards that makes the difference in how it is perceived."
Mengyao could feel the warmth of the golden marks on his wrists. "So I ask you again," he said. "I offer you a place in this kingdom, should you take it. If you do not wish to align yourself with us, I will not force you. However, I can attest that there are benefits to being a member of Edric. You have a strong will; you would be beneficial to this kingdom."
After that he lapsed into silence, waiting.
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Posted: Thu Jan 24, 2013 9:56 pm
Lan smiled, reaching down to hold the other woman's hand softly. Fini was a mess, but she was here, safe and sound. That was more then Lan could have hoped for really. "Naturally. Oh well, my clothes are a bit of a mess but, that will get straightened out soon enough." A tiny squeeze, Lan asked, "And you? I..." Hesitation she asked softly. "Do you want me to get you anything? I may have to report to his majesty but I can wait a bit." Kyrieko Delayyyyeddd. Lan just realized who she is in another RP but ICly this will just be a bit before that happens u-u
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