♪ The Mechanical Composer
♫Phoenix Wing Hotel Lobby | Interacting with: Jane Addeson @Zarkun
Isabella opened her eyes whilst she took a big drink from her mug, staring at Jane with a curious expression at her mention of a 'lightning boy'. Was he someone from the guild? Had he been bothering Jane? Isabella's grip tightened slightly at the thought. Despite wanting to know more, she held her tongue. It would be poor taste to bring up something that Jane seemed to dislike. With one final swig, Isabella finished her second cup of coffee with a satisfied sigh.
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You sound more eager about the dance than Bullet does, that's for sure." Isabella giggled with delight, pressing a napkin up to her mouth to remove any coffee stains. Folding it neatly, she placed it down onto the table whilst her bright smile softened into a sadder expression at Jane's mention of never having attended a party.
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Personally, I've attended a lot of parties in my life." Isabella rested her hands in her lap and breathed in with a forced smile, trying to pretend that the memories she was bringing up to Jane were pleasant ones. "
My family and I were performers. We would dance and sing at very prestigious functions. I loved being up on stage." That wasn't a lie. Isabella did love to perform. Yet despite that, her voice croaked and trailed off with a melancholic tone. She awkwardly brushed hair from her fringe away from her face, avoiding Jane's eyes out of embarrassment.
☠ The Beast
☠Crocus, Street Markets | Interacting with: Marlene Evangeline @Lmpkio
Bullet took a tentative step away from Marlene as she slowly stood up. He held his hands out in front of him just in case she fell, but otherwise decided that she was okay to move on her own. Marlene assured him that she was fine. Bullet responded with a thumbs up and a smirk.
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Us Phoenix's are made of tough stuff, am I right?" Despite his confidence, Bullet still kept an eye on Marlene just in case she lost her balance. What kind of training did she put herself through?
Bullet gave a soft shrug when Marlene asked where Isabella was.
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At the hotel, probably. Most likely stuffing her face or cleaning out their supply of coffee."
Or with Jane, he neglected to say. He was trying his hardest to not let his jealousy show, but damn it was hard. He quickly changed the subject.
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Let's head back to the hotel. You need to rest before going to watch the games."
❀ The Demon Hunter
❀Crocus, Outside the Loom Cafe | Interacting with: Ethel Storm @Lunarlors34
Ethel was clearly confused by Rosalina referring to this Sora fellow as her guardian. That would have been understandable, if not for the list of titles that this young girl apparently referred to this man as. She made no effort to hide her disgust and concern. Was this young girl the escapee of some underground slave network? Rosalina thought that such a thing would never happen in Crocus; it was far too well guarded. With her back straightened, Rosalina peered into Ethel's eyes with an intense curiosity at her comment about protecting yourself.
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If that's the case then perhaps it's best you not find Sora. He sounds like an unsavory character." She had started to become more careless with her words. She saw no reason to sugar coat anything with this girl. "
If you can protect yourself, then you must be a mage. Your magic power is too high for you to not be. I have to question why this Sora man is even associated with you to begin with."
The young girl continued to babble on, referring a Phoenix and Shadow. Phoenix would obviously be referring to the guild Phoenix Wing, but Rosalina could only guess as to what she meant by Shadow. She also referred to a few other girls; possibly other victims of this Sora character's no doubt predatory activities. Rosalina turned around to face the direction where she believed the Phoenix Wing hotel to be.
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I will take you to the hotel. I would like to have a word with this Sora fellow." Rosalina began walking away from Ethel, though a quick look over her shoulder implied that she expected the young lady to follow.
✖ The Hawk
✖Crocus Stadium Council Quarters | Interacting with: Sayatachi Nijiko @Lmpkio
Constantine couldn't help but chuckle as she watched Sayatachi pour her drink.
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You're not a scotch drinker I see?" She watched as the ice cubes fell into the small amount of liquor, splashing a small amount up the sides of the glass. "
Ice first, Lady Nijiko. Cleaner serving." Despite her criticism of Sayatachi's bar tending skills, the Knight clinked her glass against the Council Woman's own before downing her drink within a brief moment. The pleasant warmth of the hard liquor slid down her throat whilst she offered a nod of approval towards Sayatachi.
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Very smooth. Your serving needs work, but there's no question about your fine selection." Leave it to a good drink to lighten up her mood. If Rosalina saw her partaking while on duty, she'd have a fit. Constantine would cross that bridge when she got to it, she supposed. Sayatachi's request to hear her name was seemingly ignored, Constantine finding it much more relevant to tell the lady her relationship regarding Rosalina.
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I'm a Knight who works under Captain Idwal." Not the whole truth, but not a lie either. If Rosalina had not told the other Council members of Team Veritas; then it was not her place to bring it up. Constantine gazed around the room; taking in the various faces she did not recognise. Odd.
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Not that I'm in a position to make judgement, Lady Nijiko, but why are these people in the Council Quarters? They are not Council Members, nor are they Rune Knights. Trust me when I say that I know every Knight currently stationed in Crocus. So they must be friends of yours, no?" Constantine was very clearly prodding her. If there was one thing she liked to be, it was informed. Her and Rosalina shared that trait. No doubt Sayatachi knew that anything she told this strange, unpleasant woman would be relayed to Rosalina later. Constantine was curious to see what would happen if she tested this woman's patience just a little.
♠ The Sparrow
♠Crocus Stadium | Interacting with: Eli Loungefellow @Cherrywitch
Bayard rubbed the back of his head and blushed, smiling down at Eli. Unfortunately doing so also bared his lower, fang like teeth. Not a very friendly image.
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Yes, I am quite big. Though I am also gentle in nature. So please if you would, we can settle this peacefu- Oh you're gone." Eli had turned and bolted from Bayard as though he was running from a grizzly bear, leaving behind a few magical coins. Bayard began to pursue when a wall of lightning sprang up between him and Eli. Bayard clenched his fists, creating two gray magic circles around his wrists. The skin on his hands hardened and began to crack and crumble. Large stones rose up from his skin, coating his fists in earth. Clapping his hands together, Bayard dipped them into the wall of lightning and reached for the two coins. Even through his Thick Skin he could feel the slight tingling of electricity. Small pieces of earth began to chip off of his fists just as he clasped his hands around the two coins. The wall of electricity dispersed, their link interrupted.
Bayard watched as Eli sprinted through the crowds, jumping over civilian heads.
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What a spirited young man." Bayard rushed forward, taking a detour to make sure he went around the fans. Beginning to run up the stairs, it became clear that he would not reach the young Eli in time. He held his fist out in front of him, letting large spiky plates of earth erupt out from his hand. Though he made sure that they were mostly blunt.
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Tectonic Discus!" Swinging his arm in an arc, the plates of earth sprang out towards the back of Eli's leg in an attempt to trip him over as he ran.
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