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Posted: Fri Jan 02, 2009 6:14 pm
Setsushi already knows of the those locations, he informs Lynod, almost huffily; he has, after all, spent the past few months searching for clues and trying to find a way home. But as far as Setsushi knows, Karyasihu has been closed to Gaia for years, and no one has ever traveled from the Silver World into Gaia; indeed, the people he met there were quiet averse to the idea.
... But wait? What plan? Shuuken is planning to go to the Silver World? ... Setsushi admits that it did not seem dangerous when he went there himself, but Shuuken is still young and impulsive... she isn't going alone, is she?
... Perhaps they should sit down as they discuss this. Setsushi is beginning to feel rather conspicuous. sweatdrop
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Posted: Fri Jan 02, 2009 6:27 pm
Meirou manages a smile to Shuuken again. She is most happy to have a friend here! And a prince as well! How lucky she is in this world! Books, plenty of studies, and now two princes!
But is the prince even in this world?
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Posted: Fri Jan 02, 2009 6:38 pm
Lynod laughs faintly, his hand once more moving to cover his lips and attempt to trap the sounds--well, Shuuken doesn't seem alerted to his amusement so far, anyway. Lynod begins to walk away from the girls, taking a seat over a dozen feet from them. When Shuuken sits beside him, Lynod continues the conversation.
"As far as I know, no," says Lynod, "But I am remembering how she wanted to go to the Silver World before. I believe you were the one who dissuaded her." Lynod suddenly sighs, his brows knitting.
"... Maybe the Silver Empress does have the ability to help us, however," says the human, "I am afraid I have not looked into the topic as deeply as yourself, but so far she's my only lead."
Shuuken can't say. What sort of jacket did he have? If it was anything like what comes from this world, certainly it wouldn't be a product of the Golden World. She flops down in the seat beside Meirou before sinking down, pondering the question that haunts her protectee.
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Posted: Fri Jan 02, 2009 6:42 pm
Setsushi settles next to Lynod, drawing in his clothes and limbs neatly. He seems to feel much better, no longer blocking anyone nor towering over them.
When Setsushi was in Toukoku, he tells Lynod, he believed the Silver Empress was just a myth -- or if she was a real god, she was not one who would deign to meddle in mundane Porcelain affairs. Even traveling to the supposed 'Silver World' hasn't convinced him; an Empress no one ever sees may very well still be imaginary. However...
Well, Setsushi supposes he will have to speak with Shuuken about it at some other time.
With that, he looks over at the girls again, and sends out a quiet note of greeting to Shuuken, just in case she hasn't noticed him. He is still rather hesitant to speak to the other child, however, for fear she may explode again.
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Posted: Fri Jan 02, 2009 6:47 pm
Meirou goes into deep thought again, thinking it over before speaking.
It was a really heavy fabric, but still smooth and glossy. It had three dragons on it, one of each in gold, bronze, and silver...And around the sleeves there was some writing Meirou couldn't read. And little dragons all over! Meirou is sure there is some detail she missed, but that sums it up!
She sighs, watching Shuuken as she waits for an answer.
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Posted: Fri Jan 02, 2009 7:00 pm
Lynod shakes his head lightly, a slight smile poking from the corner of his right cheek. "I hold little hope that she is, in fact, a Goddess," says Lynod, "However, this Silver Empress may in all truth exist and, despite being a mortal, have access to information befitting one of her station. The fact she is a figure at least partly tied with your own home, and the fact you can travel to that world through a portal... Well, that gives me some hope. Of course, getting access to her would obviously be a problem."
Lynod pauses, his eyes slipping to meet Setsushi's own. "... I have a less important matter I've wanted to speak with you about as well," says Lynod softly as his eyes move to his own knee, "It is about the training with a blade that you have been giving Shuuken..."
... He may be from the Golden World, or perhaps another. Shuuken is honestly not sure. She frowns as she peers at Meirou. Where is Meirou from, anyway? Curiousity swells around Shuuken as she leans towards her new companion.
She seems to pause before glancing to Setsushi, a grin appearing on his lips. In an instant, she shoots a private message at him.
Since when does Setsushi dress up like that?
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Posted: Fri Jan 02, 2009 7:04 pm
Setsushi begins keenly listening to Meirou and Shuuken, hoping to learn Meirou's response as well -- and then is interrupted by Lynn's question.
He leans back in his seat, looking at the human with a touch of anxiety and concern in his eyes. What would Lynn like to discuss? Has Setsushi been overstepping his bounds?
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Posted: Sat Jan 03, 2009 10:28 am
Meirou is from the Far Shoals in Toukoku. When Meirou was swept away by the wave, she was looking for shells! Mother loved the sea life...
A reminiscent look quickly fleeted as the lights flashed. 5 minutes until concert time? Was Kanna still fussing with that silly hat?
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Posted: Sat Jan 03, 2009 1:57 pm
"... I," begins Lynod before shaking his head, "I have mixed feelings about the whole thing. As you know, I am a hypocrite in my own teachings. And I know that in the world Shuuken inhabits, the sword is oft-needed. I just..."
He sighs faintly and smiles as he looks to the floor, looking rather sad and conflicted. "... I suppose I just had hoped she would never have to really learn it," says Lynod faintly, "I... Well, I trust you, Setsushi. Since I have met you, I have felt... at odds with myself."
He shakes his head as he continues to smile, his hands rubbing against one another. "But conflict is the path to self-discovery, isn't it?" asks Lynod, "Because of my own past with the sword, I have seen it as a horrible thing whose path leads to ruin, but perhaps--"
He pauses, blinking as the lights flash. With a laugh, he places a hand on his knee and pushes himself up to stand. "Well, I suppose that's my cue to leave," says the human as he glances to Setsushi.
Shuuken grins broadly, her arms folding across her chest. Shuuken is from Toukoko as well! She must say, Meirou has good taste being born in such a land! Shuuken's eyes jump up to the lights and she blinks. The flashing lights mean that?
Shuuken glances over to her companion curiously.
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Posted: Sat Jan 03, 2009 2:51 pm
Setsushi briefly touches Lynod's sleeve as he stands, and assures him that Setsushi's intention is not to teach Shuuken to be a warrior -- only what a warrior is, and what to do if she meets one.
With that, he sends a feeling of farewell, and settles back into his seat, looking around curiously at other attendees who may be there, perhaps still worried about his attire. But when he notices the children speaking of 'Toukoku,' he once again returns his attention to them, peering curiously at the pair. He sends a soft feeling to Shuuken, not of anything in particular, just the feeling of his presence. Then, he idly wonders if they will be able to sit near him, or if they will be separated?
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Posted: Sat Jan 03, 2009 3:46 pm
Meirou smiles as she states the flashing lights mean the concert will start soon, and that lost people should find their seats soon!
She soon noticed Lynod is getting up to leave and lets out a small farewell, accompanied by a bit of forgiveness. But Meirou will show him she is not a fraud one day! Perhaps when she visits Shuuken...
Turning her attention back to the princess she smiles greatly. Did Shuuken visit the Far Shoals when she was in Toukoku?
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Posted: Sat Jan 03, 2009 5:46 pm
Lynod nods gently as he continues to smile. "Thank you, Setsushi," says the human, "I know you have her best intentions at heart." And with that said he begins to step away--when he receives a message from Meirou.
The smile only widens as he shakes his head. "You are no fraud, I assure you," says Lynod before turning his eyes to Shuuken, "And you; don't give any trouble for Setsushi."
Shuuken pokes her tongue out at Lynod before snorting. Shuuken is never a problem!
Lynod laughs before beginning to move away, waving over his shoulder at the others.
Almost immediately after Lynod leaves, Shuuken narrows her eyes and glances around. Without another word, she grabs Meirou's hand and starts pulling her so they can sit beside Setsushi.
The princess flops into a seat beside the swordsman and grins before cocking her head to the side. Shuuken would like to switch clothing with Setsushi!
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Posted: Tue Jan 06, 2009 2:37 pm
"I told you we were going to be late!" Dawn's voice isn't particularly loud, but it is rather fierce. Anyone looking to see where it originated would see a small blur of pink and brown dragging a bemused Gongjin down the aisle by his sleeve.
Twilight trails behind them at a more reasonable pace, pausing for a moment to collect two programs. "Slow down a little, Dawn. You don't want to ruffle Gongjin too much."
Is this what Dawn considers "behaving?" Gongjin wonders. Gongjin hopes that the little pink sapphire will remember to emulate her sister once the performance starts. Gongjin would be sad to have to leave early to take the Sapphire twins back home.
Dawn shoots them both an affronted look before grabbing Twilight's arm too and dragging them both to the row with the three other Porcelain, all smiles again. "I think we go here! Hello!" she calls out to those already seated in it.
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Posted: Tue Jan 06, 2009 4:16 pm
Meirou obeys Shuuken's seat change, sitting beside her prince. She looks over to Setsushi, feeling bad for earlier, and sends a very tiny apology.
However, her attention is soon taken by the new guests. She grins at seeing another Porcelain, and sends a very happy greeting to Gongjin, thrilled.
Is he a friend of Kanna's too? Does he know Meirou's prince? Or..Does he know the one next to her prince?
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Posted: Tue Jan 06, 2009 5:53 pm
And Shuuken casually glances to those who appear and springs to her feet at the presence of Gongjin. It's the fudge maker! She quickly darts at him, moving a hand to grab his shirt and shaking it lightly.
Gongjin never did fill his fudge supply that he promised! Shuuken has half-a-mind to start beating on him right here!
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