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Event? WHERE?! *runs around thread like mad*

Krishna: ... I should really make sure she doesn't take in so much caffeine. -_-;

*joins in the running* Eee~ xd

Sekani: *hops* Maybe it's a singing contest? Or a dance-off!

Krishna: *stretches lazily* Either of which you would excel in, of course.

Sekani: T.T I bet you hope it's an arrogant b*****d contest so you don't even have to try.

Krishna: *raises an eyebrow* I'm not trying, regardless of the type of event. I care nothing about it. *offhandedly* And you should learn to take compliments better.

Sekani: *blinks* Wait, you were complimenting me? *ponders it for a moment then chuckles* You say everything the same way, so it's hard to tell. *idly spins about, humming to himself*

Krishna: Perhaps if you sang less and listened more, it wouldn't be. But, that's neither here nor there. *watches Quick and Aqua run* ... at least you aren't -that- crazy.

Sekani: Oh, I dunno, "as long as you're having fun" is my outlook. *twirl*

Krishna: Well, everyone seems to, so all must be well.

ninja *pauses time and drags all of teh Yuniko back to the main thread*

Sekani: ... Did you guys feel something? o-O;

Delmor: *happily placing last few pieces on* Not me~

Krishna: Nor I. Perhaps you have some sort of a sickness, Sekani. *cooly presses a hand against Sekani's forehead to check for fever*

Delmor: *squeals* DONE!

Sekani: *worried look* Neee~ I hope not! Not when we've just finished!

Delmor: Oh, I hope you aren't getting sick either, Seka-chan. Who would I dance with at the rave? ;o;

Krishna: Hn. Well, you don't seem to be running fever, so you should be okay. *removes hand* But if you feel any of those strange things again, I would suggest going lie down.

Sekani: I will, I will! *hops to his hooves* Now, to get another step closer to the rave! Fetch us a ladder, dear Del-chan~

Sekani: *gives smug look* Quite... wouldn't want to get all sweaty or anything. Thank you. *waffs a hand through his bangs*

Krishna: *ties knot* Can't have you hurting yourself - Delmor would be sad and impossible to live with.

Delmor: *returns with ladder* One ladder, as ordered~ Can we hang it now? Can we?

Krishna: Indeed we can. If you'll steady the ladder, I shall do so.

Delmor: HURRAY! *begins setting up ladder* Isn't this exciting, Seka-chan?

Sekani: Very exciting! *skitters about the ladder*

Ooooh Seka-chan~ I have something to tell yooou!

Sekani: *pauses and looks over* Yes, Aqua? Is it very important? We're about to finish setting up this homemade disco ball and-

You have a brother! heart

Sekani: D: Wha..?

This is Hart. *steps aside to fully show zee deer-taur*

Hart: Hello everyone. *light wave*

Delmor: *oogles Hart* You have 4 hooves - that is SO COOL! *coughs to calm himself and smiles* I'm Delmor. It's very nice to meet you!

Krishna: *smirks, moving over to paw at the stunned Sekani's pony tail* I can see the strong family resemblence. Greetings, Hart. I am Krishna.

Sekani: He's... he's got four hooves? *walks around Hart to get the full veiw* Well, I guess we do both have golden- *shakes head* But that's not the point!

Seka-chan~ Brother is just a figure of speech. *nods* He's just a new member of the "family".

Sekani: Heh... Of course! Do I still get pudding in the morning?

You're not supposed to -anyway-. ... But yes.

Hart: *just smiles and shakes his head at Sekani, then turns his attention back to the other yuniko* It's very nice to meet you as well, Delmor. And you, Krishna. *produces two yellow flowers from his vines* For you. *hands one to each*

Delmor: *gets all teary-eyed* It's so pretty... thank you, Hart-chan! *glomps*

Krishna: *twirls the flower between his fingers by it's stem* Yes... quite lovely. However, while I do not mean to give offense... I can think of a far more suitable place for it to be. *reaches over and tucks the stem into Sekani's ponytail holder* There. A perfect adornment for you, Sekani.

Hart: *pats Delmor on the head pleasently* Hart-chan? That's very nice of you to add such endearment.

Sekani: *blinks for a moment, not expecting the gesture* ... Now I look like Aqua! *does a small dance*

Hart: You were correct, Krishna. That is an excellent place for it. However - *produces another and sticks it in front of Krishna's horn* - it does look good on you as well.

Sekani: Krishkrish is an Aqua, too~ *giggles*

Delmor: Ne, I wanna be like Ms. Aqua! *hands Hart the flower* Will you put it in my hair too, Hart-chan, please?

Krishna: *indignantly* Of course it does - everything looks good on me. *reaches up to snatch the flower away, but then turns to give Sekani a blank stare* ... Krishkrish?

Hart: *light laugh* Of course. *nestles it in some curly locks* There you are - how lovely!

Sekani: *stares back* Krishkrish~ Put it back! *reaches up to return the flower to its spot* Don't you want to be Aqua with us?

... *Aqua inches away* D:

*takes Aqua to a safe hiding place* o.o

Delmor: Really? *tries to look up at it* Rats... I can't see, and no handy puddle of water to glance into. I trust you though. n-n Do you make pretty flowers like this all year?

Krishna: *quietly* I would prefer... not. *plucks the flower again, putting it to join the other in Sekani's hair* The flowers are better suited for you and Delmor. I want no part of it.

Hart: I do, except for around winter which usually bares holly. It depends on the season, you see.

Sekani: Oh, alright then. *pout* Thanks for your flower, though~ *dancedance*

Delmor: *in awe* Wow. I wonder how the plants know to change? *kneels down to get a better look* Do you have to water them or anything, Hart-chan?

Krishna: ... does it mean so much to you for me to play that you would pout over it?

Ishtar: *Watches the entire exchange with barely concealed amusement* Now, now Krishna, allow the ornamentation just for today. *Smiles at Hart* Hello to you, lovely. Greetings Delmor, Sekani. I trust you are all well and... flower flecked.

Delmor: *glances over and graces Ishtar with a smile* Hello, my lady! Look it - aren't the flowers Hart gave us all so lovely?

Krishna: *flicks eyes over to the goddess before turning them back to Sekani* I will wait to hear what Sekani has to say, dear lady, before making my final decesion.

Hart: *slightly blushes and kneels/bows to Ishtar*

Sekani: *quickly snaps back to standing straight in front of Krishna when he hears the comments* It does, Krishna! I want to to be... *recalls what Ishtar called it* flower flecked with us! It's fun~

Delmor: Ne, Hart-chan, once we set up the disco ball, do you wanna come rave with us? It's going to be so much fun!

Krishna: Very well then. *deftly reaches over and plucks one of the flowers away, positioning it back in front of his horn before speaking softly* Because you wish it.

Hart: Oh, I don't know about that. I'm not much of a dancer. I think I'll reserve myself to chaperoning the rest of you.

Sekani: Yaaay! *pinches Krishna's cheeks* Cute Krishkrish! Cute Krishkrish!

Delmor: Aw... I'm sorry to hear that, Hart-chan. ;o; I'll bet Sekani would help you, if you wanted to learn - he taught me everything I know about dance!

Krishna: *temper flares* UNHAND ME! *slaps Sekani's hands away before clenching them into fists* I will not be mocked... not even by you.

Hart: That is a very kind suggestion, but I think I will pass. I'm all... well, I suppose "hooves" would be the correct phrase. *laughs lightly, but halts when he hears Krishna's outburst*

Sekani: *tears well* But... I didn't... I wasn't trying to mock you. I meant it.

Krishna: *half-growls* What? I couldn't catch that last bit. Do speak up Sekani - you have my undividied attention, I assure you!

Delmor: *whimpers, moving to hide behind Hart* They're fighting again...

Sekani: *tears fall* I said I wasn't trying to mock you! *scampers off to a corner and sits there*

Hart: They do this often?

Delmor: *nods, sitting beside Hart and putting his knees to his chest* Yes. It seems like... every time one tries to do something nice for the other. I don't understand why.

Krishna: Damn, damn, damn! *follows Sekani to the corner and sighs* Sekani... *takes the flower once more from his horn and places it by the other Yuniko's hooves* My actions... soil your gift. Please, take it back again. *turns and bows his head slightly* I am sorry... for hurting you so.

Hart: It -is- an odd ritual, isn't it? But I don't think you should worry yourself with it too much.

Sekani: *ears twitch, just barely hearing the last bit* ... Nene, Krishna... *stands, grabbing the flower on the way up, and faces Krishna with a smile, wiping the stray tears away with his free hand* Quit taking it down! It's either up or down, up or down silly kirin! *chuckles and scampers back to the main group*

Delmor: *sadly* It's just a vicious cycle, Hart-chan. I wish... they would just be happy. That's all I want. ... THAT AND FOR US TO HANG THE DISCO BALL!

Krishna: *slightly shocked by the sudden attitude change* At least... he isn't crying anymore. I do hate to see him cry. *hears Delmor's shout as he comes back over* Well... I suppose we can hang it now. Unless anyone has any objections?

All at once, Sekani felt his legs go to mush and almost buckle beneath him. A love confession? From the kirin? A shaky hand went to his lips as his eyes unconsciously followed the retreating yuniko. The boy barely knew what love was -- surely not what it really meant or felt like -- but he would be damned before he let anyone know that. "At least I know he doesn't hate me," he mused, trying to make the best out of a totally confusing situation.

He mustered up some courage to call out. "Krishna! Wait, I... I-" What a terrible time to run out of words.

Hearing Sekani's voice, the kirin Yuniko stopped his retreat. The manner in which he was called made him wonder if he had made the correct choice; perhaps it would have been better to continue with the games of give and take he had begun. "I can hardly take it back now, whether it was a mistake or not. Whatever comes, comes."

Turning to face the blue Yuniko, Krishna tried to keep himself calm. Sekani did not need to know of the emotions running through him - the thrill at finally confessing, the nervousness and fear that his open heart would be used for target practice. Nevertheless, he kept his bright gold eyes locked on Sekani's as he asked, "Yes?"

This was it -- if he says the wrong thing, he could really make Krishna sad. Or humiliate himself for eternity. Or both. Eternity was a really long time.

"I..." he continued to stammer, "I'M SORRY!" Sekani finally shouted, suddenly taking off in the opposite direction at a fast pace. He didn't let a tear fall until he was sure Krishna couldn't catch it. "That's all I can say right now, Krishkrish. Please don't be mad."

If only things weren't quite so serious; so weighty and solemn at the time. It wasn't an environment the blue yuniko felt comfortable in at all.

Krishna did not follow Sekani, nor did he make any attempt to. A part of him truly wanted to, though, that part of him that wanted to demand an explanation, to hear just WHAT the other Yuniko felt he had to apologize for. But this part of him he knew was fueled by anger and pain, two things that would help neither of one of them now if he chose to pursue. "I'm only upset because I feel... embarrassed. I confessed my heart... and had it pushed away. Not even a clear rejection."

Then another part, a darker part, filled him with an overwhelming sadness, and he desperately wished that he could allow the tears welling in his eyes to fall. But emotions had never been easy for him to express, and he did not wish to be appear weak. So, he merely wiped them away with the back of his hand and took a seat next to the dirty pudding bowls. "It's all over, then. I was a fool... to hope."

From the distance, the joyful voice of Delmor could be heard, contrasting greatly with the kirin Yuniko's current mood. "See? Doesn't he look JUST like you, Hart-chan?"

Sitting in his usual pouting corner, Sekani could also hear the faint talkings of his other friends. His tail tuft flopped to and fro as he tried to sort things out in his mind. The tears themselves had been momentary, but he still couldn't help feeling sniffly.

"I'll never stop at this rate. Being alone like this isn't helping things," he thought, pushing all of the other musings aside. "I'll go sit with Hart-oniichan and Delmor. That should pick me back up -- then I can sort all of this out!" With a new found determination, Sekani picked himself up and walked over to the conversing yuniko.

"You're right, Delmor. He -does- bare a striking resemblance!" Hart commented, poking at the screen.

Delmor nodded as he giggled, "Maybe someone used a time machine to snap a photograph of you and put it in this game." His ears perked to the sounds of an approaching set of hooves, and when he turned his head he spied Sekani. Instantly he gave a bright smile, his green eyes shining. "Hello, Seka-chan! Did you want to see Hart-chan's brother too?"

Krishna, on the hand, had no desire for the company of other Yuniko. Not yet. He still needed a bit more time to reset his own facades, and so he rose to his hooves, scooping up the dirty dishes as he did so. "I'll go drop these off in the sink... and then go to see them."

"Yeah, I had to see how accurate this guy is for myself!" Sekani said with faked enthusiasm and an equally false wide smile.

He took a seat in between Hart and Delmor, leaning and almost draping himself on the deer-taur's chest/back. The larger yuniko could feel Sekani's listlessness and sense the odd tone in his voice. Something was off.

"There is the creature -- right there, " Hart said, continuing on without giving away that he thought something was awry. "If Sekani does not want to bring it up, then I shall not either."

Delmor, however, did not spend as much time with Sekani as Hart did, and he hardly noticed the change at all as he nodded eagerly. "Yep! That's Hart-chan's look-a-like. I wish I could be a character in a video game... or maybe you, Seka-chan! You could force the enemies to dance to their death~"

"If you were in a video game, dear Delmor, perhaps you could hold a water drinking contest? You could certainly win that."

The sound of Krishna's voice caused the Aquatic Yuniko to glance over as the kirin Yuniko entered the area too. Giggling, Delmor twisted a single curl about one of his fingers. "Perhaps... but then, what would you do as a video game character, Krishna?"

Krishna took a seat beside Delmor, his normal smirk having risen to his face, though his golden eyes held hidden pain. "Oh, I don't know if I'd like to be a pawn of fate - I seem to do that quite enough already."

Any of the joy that may have been trying to seep back into Sekani's system was all together drained away again when Krishna made himself known. He gripped into Hart's fur to keep his demeanor from going downhill -- he had an image to maintain, after all.

"But what about games like Fable? In that game, you get to choose all kinds of different outcomes. Things can... change at any time, right Delmor?" Sekani looked to the fishy yuniko, finding comfort in the other boy's untainted glee.

Hart felt the tug at his fur, but still remained verbally silent. Mentally, however, he was fitting the puzzle pieces into place.

Delmor nodded, flicking his tail in tempo with the background music emitting from the current game. "Of course! It's just in games either; things in real life change all the time too. Like whenever Krishna gets up in the morning; his hair starts off all mused and messed... and then ends up looking lovely like it is now! Or, alternativly, if he decides to skip the daily hair ritual, it ends up staying messy. Your choices ultimatly determine the outcome, you know?"

Krishna pushed back some of his hair behind a single ear, as he spoke again. "True, but in some cases your actions can be misinterpreted or ignored, really. Is it beneath you to keep trying in that case, once you've failed a mission?"

The Aquatic Yuniko scoffed, "That's not like you at all, Krishna! You and I both know that in games like Fable, you try until you win or get the outcome you want. Giving up never solved anything! Well... except for that one time when giving up on a woman got you a man-wife but that DOESN'T COUNT!"

Sekani began feeling more and more like himself as Delmor continued, until he couldn't help but laugh earnestly at the last comment. "I'm not so sure Lady Ishtar would appreciate that, but... I don't think she would disagree either," he added, waggling his finger with a wink.

Krishna also found encouragement by Delmor's speech, knowing that everything the Aquatic Yuniko said he believed in earnest. It was refreshing to see someone so positive and lively, especially to one in a foul mood. "Perhaps you are right, Delmor. I shall just have to continue on the path I wish and follow it to it's end."

Delmor beamed. "That's the spirit! With an attitude like that, there can't be a game you can lose!"

While his attitude had been refreshed, Sekani's mind decided it wanted to butt into things again. "Ara ara~ Are you going to nag me about that all the time? I can never dance with a full conscience," he mentally berated. He decided that perhaps some sleep would be the best thing at this point.

"Nene, Hart-oniichan," he whispered, inching closer to the deer-taur's ears, "I wanna go home now."

"But Sekani-"

"I wanna go home."

Hart sighed. He knew the spoiled-over yuniko would have his way, come hell or high water. Hart's only consolation was that it seemed Sekani actually had something to work out -- not just wanted to get back to his rave music CDs.

"Then home we shall go. Hold on," the four-legged yuniko stated simply, beginnning his way to a standing position shortly after. Sekani was confused at first, and squeeked when the larger yuniko began moving -- Hart had been very kind, but he had yet to let anyone have a ride. Managing to swing his leg around, Sekani plopped down, albeit backwards.

"We shall be taking our leave today, I'm afraid. I'm sure we shall see you all later," Hart said warmly, regarding the other two.

Krishna nodded, rising. "It is perhaps best that we go our seperate ways. Until our paths cross again Hart, Sekani."

Even as the kirin Yuniko began walking off in the direction of "home", Delmor was oogling Sekani and Hart. "Ne... Hart-chan... next time, can I have a ride too? That looks like fun!"

"Delmor... if you don't come RIGHT NOW I'm going to take away your bath salts!"

The Aquatic Yuniko's eyes widened, and he gave a squeak as he rose. "Bye Hart-chan, Seka-chan. Hope to see you both soon." Then, as he dashed off, his worrisome cry could be heard, "DON'T TAKE AWAY MY BATHSALTS, KRISHNA!"

Ano... I suppose we can pick up where we left off, yes? xd


Sekani: *blinks at the sudden "pounce"* Hn... sure Krishna! Just about any dance can be a two person dance with two people. *chuckles* Unless you mean something more... formal?

Hart: *lays down when Delmor leaves to talk with Water, keeping half a glance on the others subtilely*

Krishna: *nods* Yes, I believe I did. Will you teach me?

Sorena: *ear flicks* You try too hard, Krishna. *glances over at Hart* ... *gets up and walks over to* Did our Delmor leave you?

Sekani: *watches Sorena leave, feeling a little uneasy on the comment* H-How about we start off with something easy? *leads him off to a clear area* It's something steeped in tradition, but shouldn't be hard to pick up on.

Hart: *turns full attention to Sorena and nods* He had some things to tend to with our Diety of Water.

Krishna: *glances back at Sorena, before turning full attention to Sekani* That would be fine. Whatever you decide to teach me.

Sorena: A shame that. *tsks* One should never abandon a fawn.

Sekani: It's just a jump to the left. *does so and waits for a repeat* Then a step to the right. *repeat* With your hands on your hips. *repeat* You pull your knees in tight. *repeats then cuts loose* But it's the pulvic thruuust, that really drives you insaaaaane~!

Hart: I'm more of a stag, really. I've lost my spots.

Krishna: ... this is surely the most asinine dance I have ever had to witness. o.o; *coughs* I... suppose I should have known better.

Sorena: Hm. True enough. *lies down in front of Hart, leaning back on an elbow* But you still have the feel of a fawn. Young. Innocent. Defenseless. It's charming.

Sekani: *realizes he's lost yet another student and stops* Too... upbeat? n.n;; Something more conservative maybe?

Hart: *produces a foxglove and holds it for Sorena with a polite smile* Haven't we just met? That's an awefully big assumption for such fresh friends.

Krishna: Perhaps so. At the least... something not so... forward. *runs a hand through his hair and huffs* But... even this foolish dance keeps you away from Sorena, so it is good.

Sorena: *takes the flower and sniffs it* I didn't say you were those things. Just that you have the feel of them. However... *twirls flower* It seems that your blood is a bit more fiery then first imagined. *tucks flower in his hair* Which is fine with me.

Sekani: Ne, do you not like your new brother? Or is it... something else? From before? *becoming a little anxious* I mean, does he like me?

Hart: Good, I'm glad you approve. *shifts his weight exposing all of his hooves to one side*

Krishna: *bristles* I do not care for Sorena - as I said, there is something about him I do not trust. *glances back at Sekani, deathly serious* I would not be flattered if Sorena did say that he liked you - his "like" leaves a bad taste in my mouth. So, for now, I will defend you. *quiets* Unless... it is awkward for you?

Sorena: *smile brightens* I like you, Hart. I like you very much.

Delmor: *returns with some bottled water and flops down beside Hart* Kyaa~ Talking with Water-sama made me thirsty. *smiles and begins to unscrew water* Aw... did you give Sorena a pretty flower too, Hart-chan?

Sekani: Oh, I did. *chuckles*

Hart: *glances back* I am sure he is quite safe, but not sure that he is happy about not being "seeked".

Krishna: *retenses all over again* Ah. Well, it is good to know that my hearing is undamaged.

Sorena: ... *eyes flash* You'd rather be with Delmor than me?

Sekani: And I should know~ *takes a step away and poses* I mean, fluffy hair, good skin, nice butt.. *circles*

Hart: Pardon me, but I merely mean that I do not want to upset Delmor on your account.

Krishna: *smiles* All quite true. Your attributes have always been most pleasing. It simply shocked me to hear you compliment me.

Sorena: Which means you're more concerned with how Delmor feels then how I do. *peeved*

Sekani: Your attitude was too poopy for me to compliment you before. *waggles a finger matter-of-factly*

Hart: You're making this game awfully complicated. *nervous smile* I didn't mean to offend you at all.

Krishna: Pity. It seems I will go a long time without another compliment, then, for it would seem my lord... that our dance is at an end.

Sorena: *gives a half-growl* No, I'm sure you didn't. Come - let us go get him. *whirls around*

((*waves to Foalen... through magical time travel or something* xd ;;*))

Sekani: Aw, but it doesn't have to be! I can teach you another! *nods*

Hart: Very good, then. *tries to remain pleasent and calls out* Delmor~ We do hope you're not sleeping, for your snoring shall surely give you away!

Krishna: 'This... isn't so bad.' *half-jokingly* You only say that because you want me to keep on being pleasant, I'm sure.

Sorena: *masking his negativity behind good humor* Do come out, dear Delmor~

Delmor: *hears his name and wakes up, panicking slightly and trying to sit up... only to hit his head on the bottom of the bed* OUCH!

Sekani: Well... that's half of it. The other half being it's so hard to find a good dance partner. Don't you want another dance? *brings up tail-fan again and shakes booty a bit*

Hart: *ears flash forward* Ah, a ninja he is not. Poor Delmor. n.n;

Krishna: Another dance would be... nice. *softly* I am sorry, however, that you haven't found a better partner.

Sorena: *smirks, kneeling beside the bed* How bad is it this time, Delmor? Let me see.

Delmor: *crawls out, holding his head and smiling sheepishly* It's not bad... just painful. *waves to Hart with free hand* He found you first, right? Does that mean I win? =D

(( rofl I've had this avatar for awhile, but I haven't run into you since, so I forgive. *giggle* It -is- a bit different from my usual stuff. pirate ))

Sekani: Don't be that way~ *pokes Krishna's cheeks up to make him smile* Or I'll make you learn the Time Warp for real!

Hart: I suppose it does. *chuckles* You should try not to hurt yourself so much, though, Delmor. *fakepoutish* I might not be as inclinded to play.

Krishna: *draws back, letting the smile remain for a moment* I would... for you. *frowns* Though, not out here where anyone could see. In some... far away place where no one else would never know. Yes.

Delmor: *giggles, glomping Hart* I'm sorry~ I promise, I'll be more careful. Please play?

Sorena: *oily voiced* Yes... our friend Hart has such a liking for you. *eyes glomp disdainfully*

Sekani: Oh nooo~ It would be in front of everyone! In concert and costume! Fufufu~

Hart: Okay, okay. It seems Sorena has been taking care of you well enough, anyway. *smiles*

Krishna: *snorts* Never. I'd never make such a fool of myself, not even for you. *gives a stretch* But, this is not choosing our second dance.

Delmor: Ano... actually... Krishna does most of that. n-n;

Sorena: *smirks* The kirin doesn't like me very much. At all.

Sekani: Hmph. Alright then -- let's step it up a bit! *sets up for the salsa*

Hart: Krishna can be a little... harsh at times. I'm sure you two will get along eventually.

Krishna: *hesitates, studying Sekani's position before shaking his head and stretching his arms out* Position me? I'm afraid this doesn't even look the faintest bit familiar.

Delmor: Yup yup! n-n Krishna and I get along great! heart

Sorena: *casts eyes over to where the two are preparing to dance* I doubt it. We seem quite different. He DOES seem to get along with his little boyfriend, though.

Delmor: *blinks* Boyfriend? ... KRISHNA HAD A BOYFRIEND AND HE DIDN'T TELL ME?! D=

Sekani: *patiently puts his hands in the correct places* This is the salsa. It's more of a spot dance -- meaning we won't travel that much. It uses the same space over and over again.

Hart: *chuckles* No, no, it's okay Delmor. *looks to Sorena* Sekani and Krishna are merely friends of sorts.

Krishna: Alright. That makes sense. *holds position, waiting for instructions*

Delmor: *relieved* Yes, that's what I thought too. n-n I was pretty sure Sekani hadn't said yes yet~

Sorena: I see. *still looking off* So our dear Sekani remains unclaimed. How... delightful.

((Time to cop out on zee dance description woo!!11eleventy))

Sekani: I'll go slow -- do what's natural, and I'll tell you if it's wrong, okay? This only gets hard if you go faster. And stop watching your feet. *winks*

Hart: Erm... yes... say, how about another game?

Sekani: Why, your prize of course! *speaks calmly, seductively* Congradulations, sir knight, on your dashing rescue. *curls his arms around Krishna's neck, pulling himself forward, wanton eyes closing slowly... and delivers a peck on the cheek* PUDDING TIME! *wiggles free and skitters ahead*

((... What? *ish bricked* IIIEEE~))

Krishna: *blinks, raising a hand to his cheek* ... 'The most bittersweet prize I've ever recieved. But I know it means nothing anyway.' *follows after Sekani*

Delmor: Aw. Does that mean the play is over, Hart-chan? ;o;

((LE SOB! *pokes soggy popcorn*))

Hart: *blinks* I believe so. Bit of an epic, that one. Perhaps there will be a sequel?

((EDIT: Zee pages, they fly by so fast. crying ))

[I knowz. Almost 100! *gaspies*]

Delmor: Mm... I dunno. ... but now I want some pudding! *takes Hart's hand* Can we go get some too?

((Did we run Vashu away? gonk *lament* As a sidenote, though, I think this shop has more posts than it lets on. *points to some RP nestled away in the auction thread* xd ))

Hart: *soft smile* Sure -- Sekani always makes plenty.

Sekani: *ties on Lysander's poor, stolen apron again and starts getting ingredients together* n__n

[Iron chef is more interesting than us, silly Aqua! *pings with a cookie* XD <3]

Delmor: Yay! >w< heart *keeps hold on Hart's hand to half-drag to kitchen*

Krishna: *leans against a wall and watches him* You sure do love pudding.

((Oh, tis true, tis true! xd *waves little Sakai flag*))

Hart: *tries to keep up with the impatientness that is Delmor*

Sekani: *stirs* I dooo~ I contains all of the vital energies needed for the day! And tastes delicious. *steals a bit off the side with his finger* X9

[I liked this little icecream bunny he made once. SOCUTE!]

Krishna: I'm quite partial to sushi, myself.

Delmor: ... SUSHI?! crying

Krishna: *rather hastily* I mean... how sushi looks, of course, Delmor. Not actually killing fish!

((ZOMG. *dies* Lord save us if there is ever a pudding yuniko. Or an avian. *mm... chicken* ninja ))

Hart: Of course, of course! *bends down to pat Delmor* Heh. n.n;;

Sekani: *begins scooping into bowls, holding back a few giggles*

[At least the fish seems safe? XD heart ... CHOCOLATE YUNIKO! XD]

Delmor: *cheers up when he sees the pudding being scooped* Oo~ What kind did you make us today? *moves to peer over Sekani's shoulder*

Krishna: *gives a nod to Hart in greeting* I trust you've been well?

Hart: Well as can be expected. Sorena is... of a particular sort when playing hide and seek.

Sekani: Classic vanilla~ *hands Delmor a bowl*

Krishna: *tail flicks* He's particular any way. You are unharmed?

Delmor: Ooo~ Vanilla! heart

((CLAIMED IN THE NAME OF YUNIKO AND PUDDING EVERYWHERE. ninja heart ))

Hart: I am. I am not pushed around easily. Luckily he doesn't seem so inclined towards little Delmor.

Sekani: Pudding served~ *grabs a bowl from the ones lined off and skitters off with it*

[Squee! Congrats, Aqua-chan! <3 Page 100 r belong to j00.]

Delmor: *looks over cutely at the sound of his name, pudding spoon in mouth* Hm? *also watches Sekani leave and blinks*

Krishna: *runs a hand through his hair, moving close to Hart's ear to keep Del from hearing* Probably because he thinks the two of you are 'together'. It's one his quirks. I thank you for protecting Delmor.

Sekani: *trots over to where they left Sorena* Nene~ Care for some pudding? It's vanilla.

Hart: *nods* Not a problem. I shall try and keep up the ruse around him, then. Good luck with Sekani. *sigh*

Sorena: *glances up with bright eyes, smiling* Vanilla? Sounds... delicious. I think I would. *reaches out for the bowl*

Krishna: *humphs* I don't think all the luck in the world could help me with Sekani, but I'll protect him as best I can. *draws back*

Delmor: *scuttles over, pouting* Ne~ I wanna play the 'Let's Share Secrets' game too!

Sekani: *hands it over* You can come join us if you like -- the game's over for now.

Hart: Heh, alright then. *bends down and whispers to Delmor* Krishna likes frilly things!

((Vashu again! *points* xd

And thanks actually goes to YOU -- for making Yuniko and it's uber speshal-ness. 3nodding heart ))

Sorena: *reaches over and caresses Sekani's wrist briefly before accepting the bowl* Silly darling. The game is never over.

Delmor: *wide-eyed* He DOES? ... well, that explains those pajamas I found in his closet.

Krishna: ... Delmor, eat your pudding. *sticks a spoonful into the Aquatic's mouth*

[*returnunfVashu* *fluff*]

((FRILLYPJS! blaugh ))

Sekani: o.o ... *steps away* Erm... I'll see you, then. Ja! *return skitters*

Hart: *cough* Really? *chuckles*

[Yeeeees. <3]

Sorena: *watches him scamper off* Until you find someone else. ... which I may just not allow. *begins to eat pudding*

Krishna: They were a gift from Quick. -_-; *keeps an eye out for Sekani*

Delmor: *removes spoon from mouth* Your turn, Hart-chan! Tell me a secret about you~

((*fluffs Rayne* heart ))

Sekani: *returns and passes out the remaining bowls*

Hart: Oh, I don't have any secrets. I'm very simplistic, in that sense.

Sekani: But I thought you didn't want anyone to know you read those squishy romance novels?

Hart: Hehehe... *straighface* I didn't. stare

[*fluffles Rayne* >w< heart ]

Krishna: *slides in by Sekani, asking softly* Are you well?

Delmor: *can't help but giggle* Oo! Oo! My turn, right? Ano... *taps chin thoughtfully* I like to sing in the shower. I'm not very good though. *beams* You wanna share a secret too, Seka-chan?

Sekani: Hn? Yes, I'm fine. *stares at a spooful thoughtfully before bringing it to its ultimate demise* //This new guy makes me feel funny. Not in a good way... and not in the same way Krishna does.//

Hart: Sekani. *pokes*

Sekani: Eeep! Oh -- a secret? Hmm... a secret... *glances to Krishna, but quickly diverts away again and perks up* One time, I painted Axel yellow to see if he'd think his reflection was a banana. Aqua was so upset to have to clean the slobber off of the mirrors. n.n;;

((Now I flutter off for a bit! >.> *woosh*))

[Zomg~ Do I see Sekani's... mutual fund showing? ;D <3]

Krishna: Good. *takes a step back and begins to eat his own pudding*

Delmor: ... oh, Seka-chan, you DIDN'T! *bursts out into giggles* Ne, ne! We should play "Let's Tell A Secret" game more often. Or "Truth or Dare". >w< heart Look how much fun we're all having~

((*digs eet up* You're lucky I luff you! ;P))


Brierzyn smirked at the aquatic, bending down to get at eye level. "You may call me whatever you'd like, pretty Delmor," he said in a flowing, yet thick voice.

Sekani finally slipped down from perch after a bit longer, his nerves and wit returning from their hiding places now that things had been relatively calm for awhile. What a terrible first impression he had made! Straightening a few patches of mussed fur, he turned to Hart with his usual big smile.

"We should probably go over and greet him a bit better, ne?" The taur, more concerned with Delmor's wellbeing, couldn't help but agree. He didn't like that he sensed a similiar aura on both Sorena and Brier. He spared a checking glance to the said ridged yuniko before trotting onward.

[Aw... I luff you too for eet, though. <3]

The blush on Delmor's face only darkened, as it always seemed to do whenever he was paid a compliment (regardless of how true the statement was.) It was slightly unnerving to be so close to the new Yuniko, but he could not say he wasn't happy about it. New friends were always to be appreciated! "Then... then Brier it will be. Please, feel free to call me Del-chan - most everyone else does."

Sorena caught Hart's stare, unable to resist chuckling again. Things had certainly decided to turn interesting! He alone did not approach, merely calling from the place he stood. "And I am Sorena. A pleasure."

((*pings hearts in general direction of ninja shiftiness* O: ))

Brier's ear twitched towards the calling voice, temporarily tearing his admiring attention away from the coy aquatic. He gave a short wave, sure of his suspecions soon enough. "Another dark aligned then. He'd better not get in my way."

Coming to a hault behind Delmor, Hart put his hands on the smaller yuniko's shoulders in a show of subtile protection.

"I am called Hart. I believe you have already... met... Sekani." On cue, the chipper boy put on his best rosey cheeks and beamed a much better hello than offered the first time. "I hope your stay with us will be pleasent," the taur finished politely, forming a "greeting flower" of nightshade from his vines.

Brier accepted the gift with a smooth smirk, tucking the flower behind an ear.

[Gaspies! Not NINJA HEARTS! XD <3]

Delmor tilted his head back to look at his deertaur friend, smiling briefly to him before returning his attention to Brier. "Ooo~ Hart-chan always picks the most beautiful flowers to give to people. He even got a nice purple one to match your horn, Brier!"

"Only because Hart can bear to hide his inner name," Krishna's voice responded, revealing the Kirin Yuniko soon enough (since he had quickly decided that leaving the plushie Sekani behind easily would be more beneficial to the real thing, who seemed to need his presence.) "In that, he is many people's superior."

"Tch. I liked him better quiet," Sorena half-breathed to no one, choosing to contiune remaining in his spot instead of moving forward. It was easier to observe the action from the distance, and observation was all he wanted at this time.

"You're not a very happy guy, are you Krishna?" Brier asked lightly. His voice played it as a well-meaning question, but his eyes would always show through to his true intentions. The voice was merely a tool to get at what he wanted. "But Del-chan instists that you're really not bad," he chuckled. "You must not be, to have so many... friends."

[Eee... last post of the night for me. x-x Need sleep. Gomen, Aqua-chan!]

"I agree - joy is not something I find easily. I simply know exactly what I need to be happy and wait for it to eventually arrive," Krishna replied evenly, a rainbow eyebrow rising. He had no true idea of what this new Yuniko's game was - but he would show that he was willing to play. "However, it would seem that people flock to you as well, since you have the newest face. I hope you have the constitution to give it up when it becomes someone else's turn for the attention."

Delmor blinked, shifting slightly at the old abrasivness that he heard in his friend's voice. He flashed the other Yuniko a glance, whispering, almost pleading, "Krishna, please..." He couldn't complete his sentence, casting his eyes down, and he was grateful for the feel of Hart's strong, but gentle hands on his shoulders. He wanted everyone to be friends, for there to be no conflict. He was still slightly affected by the intentional pain that Sorena had wrought; he had no wish to see any more squabbles that day. Hadn't everyone been hurt enough?

((FINALS = OVAR. I celebrate with overdue yuniko RP. domokun heart ))

Brier smirked and bent over slightly, putting his face even to Krishna's while still keeping a certain distance.

"Between you and me, the spotlight isn't my favorite place," he said, letting his eyes lull towards the crestfallen Delmor. "I really prefer more... private settings."

Sekani began to figet from hoof to hoof, feeling an instinctive forboding in the atmosphere. Krishna had always been abrasive at first, hadn't he? ... The rune-dotted yuniko knew just how to get them to be buddies! At least, he hoped. Hoped and plotted (as much as a guy like Sekani could plot).

[Hurray for no finals~ <3]

Golden eyes narrowed, and if Krishna had been a cat, he had no doubt that his hair would be fluffing in irritation. As it was... he had repetilian scales to cool his immediate flare of temper. Making a quiet, but intentional, move, he stepped back beside Delmor. "A shame. That means we won't be having more of your company."

Then, as he glanced towards the Aquatic... he softened, becoming more of his relaxed self. Delmor asked so little of him, really, and the Kirin knew he put him through more than he ever deserved. He simply nodded, giving a half-whisper. "Yes, Del-chan. I'll stop now."

Sorena could only shake his head, tsking. "Poor Krishna - trying to be as hard and cold as diamond... and being as weak as rubber. A shame."

Delmor glanced between the dark Yuniko and the rainbow Kirin, tensing in his silence. He was relieved when Krishna did not immediatly rise to the bait, but how long would their fragile peace last? Bringing a hand to cover his eyes, he sighed, "I definatly... need a drink of water."

Brier was surprised when Krishna backed down -- he thought it would surely last until some violence flared up. Seeing Delmor becoming more upset as the meeting continued, a bit of guilt swept across his eyes. He hadn't meant to upset that one. The moment was soon lost, however.

"AH DELMOR, THIS IS NO TIME FOR LIFE GIVING SUSTENANCE!" Sekani proclaimed as he hopped inbetween Brier and Krishna, pushing them apart in order to look at his aquatic friend gleefully in the eyes. His reassuring gaze then darted to Krishna, small pout playing along his lips. "Nene Krishna~ Why don't we play something fun, instead of all of this?"

Delmor couldn't help but giggle, smiling broadly at the seemingly perpetually cheerful Sekani. "But Seka-chan~ I won't be able to play anything if I don't drink some water soon!"

Krishna was surprised when the rune-covered Yuniko addressed him next, and he glanced away, though his voice was strong. "I will play anything you like, Sekani. You know that."

"Am I still allowed to play?" Sorena asked, rising to his feet. "If someone tells me the rules more... specfically than last time, I'm sure the... unpleasantness can be avoided."

"Of course!" Sekani beamed, "And you, too!" He pointed to Brier's nose, to which the much larger yuniko could only react in look of surprise. "It's really easy, this game -- it's called Karaoke Night! I'll get the 'box while Delmor gets the drinks n' snacks." He nodded at this, quite pleased with his little plan.

((Yes, I just went there. xD;; *prepares to get bricked*))

[*pours bricks, since it is expected* XD; Sorry for the disappearing act - had to go offline suddenly. x-x]

"Yay! Snacks and drinks sound good," the Aquatic replied cheerfully, brushing a curly tendril of hair behind his shoulder. "Is there anything I should get besides pudding and water? I want to make sure I get something everyone likes!"

"Nothing for me, thank you Delmor," Sorena responded, not feeling hungry or thirsty.

Krishna would have answered, had he not been preoccupied on the soon-to-be task at hand. "Karaoke? No, Sekani... I don't sing. I will... set up the machine, or something instead and watch all of you."

"Aw, Krishna, if you can talk, you can sing! Well enough for us, anyway. You can still set up the equipemen, though," Sekani grinned with a wink, then turned to dash off towards wherever someone would keep karaoke stuff.

Hart's nerves didn't ease much at the new annoucement, but they weren't tested any farther either. It seemed like a nice, safe endeavor.
"I will take a sweet cider if there is one. Thank you Delmor." Only one thing needed to be taken care of... "The idea of the game is simply to sing along with your favorite songs and have fun with friends, drinking and eating. Any question, Sorena?"

"Hn... I'll take a shot or three of vodka." With that, Hart wasn't sure to be more worried about Sorena or Brier. What a mess.

The Kirin Yuniko sighed, not liking the thought of having to sing in public, which was bad enough, in and of itself when you didn't have to consider that he'd have to keep watch over everyone. Ah well - maybe SOMETHING would happen to make it fun.

Vodka? Sorena turned a single eye towards the tall newcomer in interest. Although the beverage choice didn't exactly surprise him... it did give him an idea. "Afterall... he's been making eyes at dear Delmor ever since they met. And, while he's busy... entertaining, I can be playing with the stag."

So, he announced lazily, "That is an awful lot for one Yuniko to carry. I will help you, Delmor. Oh, and Hart... I think I've understood perfectly."

Delmor was not naturally suspicious, and he was simply relieved to see everyone being so... cheery. He nodded, keeping a mental list of everything to bring back. "I'd really appreciate it, Sorena."

With that, he took off with the silver Yuniko in close pursuit, intent on getting munchies.

((Happy Holidays! *strings lights about* heart ))

From what Hart had come to understand, Sorena didn't help per say, as much as he wiggled his way into things to cause dismay. So, understandably, an eyebrow quirked upward with interest at the dark yuniko's offer to help Delmor.

"SO," Brier prompted once the two were out of earshot, "Any other little darlings around?"

"Well..." Hart rather struggled with this question. The large, stripped fellow was his own brand of odd. "Yes, there are other yuniko about. We run into them from time to time." Brier didn't seem satisfied with this.

"Hmm... but how old are they?"

"Well sir, I'm not sure how that has any baring on the matter, but their ages vary."

"... Speaking of, are you like 40 or something?"

"Excuse me?"

"You sound like you're a 40 year old British fart," Brier restated in monotone, not so much mocking as stating a fact. This only served to bristle Hart -- GET THE CAMERA.

"I assure you, I am still quite spry!"

"You still sound 40."

Meanwhile, Sekani was doing his best to read the directions to Krishna for hooking up the music system. Oh, he did try.