[center][h1][color=lightpink]Olivia[/color][/h1]
[sub][color=lightgreen][s]Persephone[/s][/color][/sub]
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[color=LightPink][color=lightgreen]Time:[/color] Late Morning 
[color=lightgreen]Location:[/color] Sorian Beach 
[color=lightgreen]Interactions:[/color] [@SausagePat] Ruby [color=lightgray]★[/color] [@PapaOso] Cassius [color=lightgray]★[/color] [@ReusableSword] Roman [color=lightgray]★[/color] 
[color=lightgreen]Mentions:[/color] [@princess] Charlotte 
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[color=lightgreen]Olivia looked up at Cassius when he addressed her. She listened and nibbled on her sandwich. Upon him calling the bullying by Layla “fun”, she let out a musical laugh. What an understatement. When he mentioned being used to chaos, Olivia had difficulty hiding her frown. What happened in his previous life? She didn’t have time to ponder further; he continued speaking, and it would be rude of her not to continue listening. He spoke of feeling like a mutt amongst the nobles, and for this, Olivia relaxed – enough to remain on guard, but not be as tense. Gratitude pulsed through her at his words; he’d put the way she’d felt her entire life into one sentence eloquently. Despite him clearly being noble, he’d lived as a peasant it seemed. Perhaps they had more in common than she’d initially thought. When he inquired about her feelings, she shrugged noncommittally. To live her life as this lie, she couldn't afford to mess up in front of anyone but Charlotte. 

[color=LightPink]”Certainly. Go ahead. They are delicious. Lottie and I made them this morning.”[/color] Olivia replied and moved over to hand him a fresh sandwich. With a coy smile, she continued. [color=LightPink]”Don’t tell anyone, but I think I’ve eaten most of them.”[/color] A faint giggle escaped her, and she commenced eating her food once more. 

Olivia looked up once Roman joined them. She didn’t know enough about him to form an opinion. He was a blacksmith from Varian; that was the extent of her knowledge. He had stood up for Charlotte and the rest. Thus, he seemed safe enough to converse with Cassius. A smile tugged at the corner of her lips at his words. The urge to trash nobles was on the tip of her tongue, but she swallowed and digested them instead. She nodded in agreement though, because denying it after witnessing Layla would be travesty. [color=LightPink]”Yes, I am thankful that Ms. Ruby over here is all right. That was dramatic.”[/color]

She smiled when he addressed her and stood up carefully. Bowing and handshakes were important as nobles. Being friendly, kind and cordial was as well. [color=LightPink]”Ms. Olivia is correct. I’m a family friend of the Vikena’s, particularly Devan,”[/color] She pointed at Charlotte’s cousin who’d been napping on the beach towel. [color=LightPink]”It’s an honor to meet you, Mr. Roman!”[/color] Olivia bowed kindly to him and then returned to her spot. Olivia patted  the spot beside her for him to join her, should he feel inclined. [color=LightPink]”Would you like a sandwich too? They are delightful!”[/color] 

He continued speaking, and Olivia’s head began to spin. Whatever he discussed with Cassius went above her head. However, he spoke of belonging to a guild, and the idea of his resources interested her. How she longed for a more functional bow. Although Liv knew she would have to lay low with using bows, she decided to store it in the back of her mind. Olivia remained quiet during their discussion and busied herself with adjusting her hair bun and fiddling with the trinkets inside it. 

Ruby’s unexpected outburst caused Liv to jump. She whirled around with concern etched on her expression. She realized early on this girl was dramatic, but this was still a shocker. Olivia sighed with relief seeing that she was awake. She chuckled and shook her head at Ruby. Regardless of the girl’s intentions, she replied to her with sincerity. [color=LightPink]”It’s good to see you too, Ru.”[/color] Olivia dubbed the nickname ‘Ru’ to Ruby. Olivia busied herself with eating her sandwich as she listened. It was challenging not to speak out of turn, and Liv sensed constriction in her head. A scowl formed briefly, then disappeared quickly. 

When Ruby mentioned being slap happy, she laughed genuinely. What a sweet way to state the recent actions. [color=LightPink]”We are doing better, thanks Ruby. How are you?”[/color] She nodded and gestured to the picnic basket. [color=LightPink]”Charlotte and I made sandwiches and other finger foods here. Please feel free to take them.”[/color] Olivia reached over to the basket, pulled out several sandwiches, and then distributed them to Cassius, Roman, and finally, Ruby. [color=LightPink]”Now that the witch is gone, let’s eat.”[/color] Olivia giggled and glanced over at Charlotte to see if she wanted to join them. Silently, she met the girl’s eyes, and as if telepathically, her gaze said: [i]We’re here when you’re ready![/i] Then, Liv turned back to the group. [/color]