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 Posted: Mon Apr 02, 2007 12:58 pm
The silence of the afternoon was ended at the sound of someone approaching. As she thought she was alone, her mind was open enough to sense if another person was nearing, which gave her confirmation that she was infact no longer alone with the trees.
Standing on her own now, she moved toward the person who seemed to have noticed her presence also and tried hiding. Tilting her head, she remained where she was, not wanting to come off as a threat. "Greetings stranger, what brings you to these parts? I mean you no harm, it is quite unnecessary to conceal yourself."
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Posted: Mon Apr 02, 2007 1:04 pm
The young man was still apprehensive enough. And at her move closer he too moved. A sound like a shotgun went off as the ground where he stood snapped under the force of his initial run. It was a very very familiar style of running however, in his case he was easily five times faster than the other man he'd taught this style to because of the huge differences in their body types and body weights. The young man 'appeared' behind her drawing out a shining silver curved sword that gleamed the sunlight off with a bright effect.
"I will apologize later Miss, but first."
The young man said pointing the tip at the back of her head.
"Tell me on what ground do I stand? Who's boarders am I standing on?"
The young man questioned holding his stomach slightly with his right hand while his left held the blade that pointed to her. In his right hand the knife still rested as he clutched closer to his skin. His breaths were labored that much was easy to tell just by hearing him talk, and an observant person could tell it was not because of how fast he'd forced himself to run at her, but because of other complications. He awaited her response as the hand holding the curved sword at her head started to shake from lack of blood flow. His grip was fading fairly quickly so despite the apparent threat there was no real danger from him, only the illusion of such danger. He was only trying to protect himself, it was all he knew how to do.
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Posted: Mon Apr 02, 2007 1:21 pm
"This place is the Red Dragon Syndicate." she answered simply. Wanting to turn around, she figured it would not be the best idea to move, with the exception of apparating to another location, until he had relaxed, even though she realized something was wrong with him. Softly she offered her name; "I am Ziven. Again I will assure you that I mean no harm to anyone with a kind heart and I believe you may be one since you first are asking for information instead of acting."
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Posted: Mon Apr 02, 2007 1:30 pm
"Good. I'm where I meant to end up. Finally"
The young man stated sheathing the blade again, tucking the small knife like weapon into the belt on his pants before taking a deep bow to her.
"I apologize for my threats. For someone like me, taking every precaution is the only way to stay alive. I am Takara of the Shiro clan. I"
Before Takara could get another word out he coughed into his hand and felt dizzy. Pulling his hand away he found it to be stained with some blood. He quickly wiped his lips clear so as not to worry the girl.
"I came to seek shelter from an old friend of mine. Perhaps, you know him?"
Takara questioned with a slight grin.
"He's hard to miss, very tall, very huge, and very much an a** to almost everyone. His name is Yawgmoth. By chance you know where he is at the moment?"
Takara asked again arching his eyebrows. As he waited he grew into a coughing fit having to hold himself against a tree for support as he coughed up more of his own blood from the internal injuries.
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Posted: Mon Apr 02, 2007 1:49 pm
Feeling that the tip of his blade had left her back of her head, she turned to face him, smiling kindly. It was now that she could see he was injured rather greatly. Bowing also to him respectfully, she realized quickly that he was injured far more than she had originally thought. "Indeed I know Mr Yawgmoth. Please, before we move forward, may I help you heal some? I am not very skilled to heal all wounds but I can at least repair enough to bring some comfort to you." she offered quietly, observing him as he leaned against a tree and coughed even more blood. She wanted to help him with or without his consent but decided to ask first.
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Posted: Mon Apr 02, 2007 1:51 pm
Takara seemed to hesitate for a moment. Healing was something he wasn't exactly accustomed to for one, and for two he still did not know this girl. But, the fact that she knew of Yawgmoth said at least something to him. Nodding his head he spoke.
"Please. But do not waste too much of your energy. I have been in worse condition and survived."
He stated bowing his head in respect that she would do such a thing for a stranger as himself.
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Posted: Mon Apr 02, 2007 1:59 pm
"Healing someone who is inured is hardly a waste of energy. As I said, I have few skills with healing but I will not stand by and watch you suffer so." she said softly. She then closed her eyes and concentrated for a moment, concentrating on the internal injuries first. Finding the source, she spoke the words of healing. "Waíse heil."
Takara would feel a warm sensation around his insides, and the internal bleeding would be ended. It was now up to his body how to respond to the left over damage. This also did not do anything for the wounds that were visible.
"There we go. Now, let us be going though .." she paused for a moment, considering her next words carefully. She bobbed her head to him, showing that she meant respect with what she was about to say. "Since you are injured, I believe another means of transporting ourselves would be in order. May I take you to the bar in town? Mr Yawgmoth often will appear there. It is attached to an Inn also, you would be able to seek shelter there if you do not meet him up today."
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Posted: Mon Apr 02, 2007 2:16 pm
Takara bowed deeply as she finished.
"Thank you"
He said quietly with a soft sigh. He didn't like to have to depend on other people for his survival. He arched a brow hearing her talk and couldn't help but chuckle.
"I mean no offense Miss Ziven, but I have been here before if you have not guessed. I know well the bar, the inn and Crow's dungeon. If the bar is where you have in mind then let us go and wait for him there. I am fine to walk, just maybe not run for a bit"
Takara said rubbing the back of his head running through his long blue hair shyly.
"Shall we then?"
He asked strapping his weapons securely to his belt awaiting her word.
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Posted: Mon Apr 02, 2007 3:47 pm
Smiling broadly, she understood completely. Taking a few steps, she made sure they could walk together through the woods, just a short distance to the edge of town. "None taken, Takara of the Shiro clan. It is impossible to know ones history simply by looking at them. Since you are a stranger, I assumed that you had not been here before, this was proactive on my part. If anything, I should apologize for having jumped the gun." she said with a bright smile.
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Posted: Mon Apr 02, 2007 5:53 pm
"Please, just Takara. I have no use for a last name anymore. Only as a way to remember where I came from."
He replied walking with her towards the bar. Takara found it odd and kind of ironic that the first person he crossed in the boarders of the syndicate held the same kind of blue hair he did. Unknown to him however, his was natural and hers wasn't. But in his blissful ignorance he found it amusing. And without another word continued to follow her towards the main bar and inn where he hoped to find Yawgmoth to speak with.
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Posted: Mon Apr 02, 2007 5:59 pm
"Ahh, I see. Personally I do not wish to make the mistake of addressing someone improperly. I have known many people with long names and titles. It is easier to call everyone by their first name though, I agree there. I suppose it is fortunate in a way that I have but one name. No room for confusion!" she finished with a small laugh. Looking at him head to toe, she realized that they both rather matched. Wondering if this were perhaps the same thing on his mind, she asked; "You share the same fondness for blue as I do?" Looking forward, she saw that the edge of town was comming in to view through the break in the trees.
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Posted: Mon Apr 02, 2007 6:08 pm
Takara tilted his head at her mention of having no last name to speak of. This intrigued him so.
"Who me? No. It is just the color I was born with. People find it odd sometimes and it's no good for hiding I can tell you that much. But I suppose I am fond enough of it to let my hair grow so long so there's more blue to go around. I'd dare say my hair is longer than yours."
Takara stated with a light chuckle.
"You and I do share both the same hair and the same eyes however. I find it kind of funny that the first person I meet here has such similar features. Thinking on that note the person we are going to see is rather the antithesis to us wouldn't you say?"
Takara said speaking about Yawgmoth of course.
"Whereas you and I have blue eyes and hair, his hair and eyes are both red. Also kind of amusing if you think about it. I still find the fact that he considers me a friend amazing. I'm sure you know Yawgmoth does not think highly of humans."
Takara paused for a moment looking Ziven over, she didnt' seem to have any crazy features that would distinguish her as another species.
"You are human too yes?"
The young ronin questioned trying to learn a little more about this person he was walking and sharing so much with already.
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Posted: Mon Apr 02, 2007 6:32 pm
Smiling brightly, she continued walking, nodding her head from time to time as he spoke. "I must admit that my hair is not naturally blue, other than what I wear and how I style my hair, it is the one cosmetic trait that I practice." she said softly, wondering if he would think less of her for that.
She rather laughed as he pointed out that Yawgmoth was quite the opposite of them. Though his next question was the one she rather dreaded. Pondering the question and her answer for a moment, she responded rather quietly. "I think I am."
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Posted: Mon Apr 02, 2007 9:12 pm
Takara chuckled at her admitting to her false hair color. He shrugged lightly at the idea.
"Oh well. But your eyes you cannot fake. They are as deep and blue as mine are. But I can tell. Your eyes are pure. You haven't stained them with the sights of sin as I have."
Takara said as the main bar and inn slowly came into view over the distance. He let out a sigh of relief. Finally some place to rest and relax and not have to worry about bounty hunters. Not to mention, as much as he liked her company Ziven made him uncomfortable. Not that he would say such a thing but all women he admired made him so for he was just not as adept with talking and being around women as some other men might be. They made him shy and distant.
"There it is"
Takara said pointing with a nod towards the Dragon's Nest Inn up ahead.
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Posted: Mon Apr 02, 2007 9:25 pm
"Indeed it is. Would you care to join me for tea when we arrive?" she asked with a kind smile. Though she would not admit it to him, she was pleased that he was willing to move on rather than take note of her answer. The idea that they may be able to sit a little longer to get more acquainted sounded good to her also.
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