[ Sorey looks momentarily astonished. It's a real struggle for him to keep his voice down for the next comment. ]
So we even have his name and he still hasn't been caught?!
[ Incredible.
Of course, it's simple enough to adopt a pseudonym or handle of some sort and assume an alternate identity from there... but still! The more he hears, the more this sounds like a near miss, rather than a true mystery. ]
Aether... [ Bear with him, Alisaie -- he's been asleep for six weeks, so his brain has to jog a bit to catch back up sometimes. But, he definitely knows he's heard that word before, so... ]
Oh! That's what you used for healing way back after the crash landing, right?
[ He's almost positive. And man that feels like forever ago, now that he thinks on it. ]
Wow. You really can do anything with that stuff, can't you?
[ man that does feel like forever ago.. and she wasn't even asleep for six weeks of it. it's almost scary, how at home she has become here. el nysa can never replace hydaelyn, but it is only natural to adapt to your surroundings, to attempt to carve out a place for yourself in the world around you where you can.. fit. she cannot rail against her fate for too long, there is no reason to run yourself into that brick wall again and again. better to readjust, to find a new path with what is given to you.
but that's.. not really a conversation for a time like that, is it?? ]
If you are able to manipulate it, yes. It is.. rather versatile.
[ don't you want a lesson, sorey!! ]
It is, after all, in and around all things, so I suppose it only makes sense.
[ Mikleo tilts his head, sending Sorey a rather confused look. ]
That's my line. It isn't as though we've had a chance to go to many parties at home. [ But really, it's still a little overwhelming to be in a big group of people like this. ]
It doesn't take but a moment after that hits his ears for Sorey to realize he's said one word too much to successfully play this off and keep going. But, Mikleo's right -- they haven't had a chance to go to many parties, and idly watching contented couples on the floor dancing has made him a bit wistful; if also unrealistically hopeful, too.
Still... ]
If you're not in any hurry to get back, then...
[ There's a moment where Sorey briefly resembles his younger self, pulling in an obvious, chest-puffing, self-assuring breath. But unlike those moments, where he'd grin or laugh or just pose dramatically with hands on his hips, here he extends one of them out instead and dutifully bows in such a way where he looks as though he's nearly ready to take a knee. ]
...May I have this dance?
[ All this fuss; such pomp and circumstance over nothing, really. But Sorey had told himself long ago that if he were to ever ask Mikleo this kind of important question, he'd do it the right way, or not at all. So, here they are: Head down, eyes screwed shut and face unwittingly scrunched, he waits.
The gap before Mikleo answers will seem like approximately two and a half eternities, no matter how long it actually spans. ]
[ Usually, Mikleo himself wouldn't be thrilled to be in the middle of all the festivities going around, but there's that earnest way that Sorey's asking that causes him to pause, heart leaping at the thought of trying something new with his friend like this...
And really, he looks so earnest and hopeful - even with his eyes shut. How could he say no? And really... he's asking so formally, it's a little... endearing...? ]
... [ He extends a hand out for Sorey to take, hopefully answering his question with actions louder than words. ] Let's go. But, are you sure you'll know what you're doing?
[ Mikleo at least read a bit about dancing.. Not that it'll compare to the real thing, he's sure. ]
[ It gets about to the point where Sorey's ready to chance a peek at Mikleo, and then he feels that hand touch his.
...And the face that beams back at the seraph then is brighter than the midday sun. No doubt about it -- he feels honored, and not an ounce short of it. ]
Yep! [ A confident answer. He's not going to pretend to be amazingly skilled, or to have a natural talent whatsoever in this area, but!! At least now he can say he's been taught. ] A friend showed me how. It's actually not as hard as it looks!
[ He wouldn't have asked for this dance if he thought it would result in having to carry his friend home after crushing his toes, after all. So, squeezing Mikleo's hand, he leads him (as elegantly as he can) out onto the dance floor. ]
[ Sorey looks somewhat flabbergasted. Nice job, Alisaie. For a moment there's only the sounds of his breath catching, and vague noises of... well, they're noises, that's for sure.
Finally: ] I-I mean--!! I know you're strong, so you'll be fine, but...!
[ Translation: Yes. ]
...t-there's nothing wrong with wanting to make sure you're alright, is there?
[ Give it up, Sorey -- she's got you in a box, here. ]
[ ah yes.. her specialty, destroying soft boys. it's just so easy. look at him exploding into color and sound!! this is an even better response than she had expected.. never change, sorey. ]
Of course there isn't.
[ she says, through a laugh. she feels a little sorry for him.. but man, look at him go. ]
[ At her response, he slumps in relief -- and in no discreet fashion.
Yes, he's mildly embarrassed, (""mildly""), but she's going to let him live and that's the important part. Sorey's next breath is a near-silent 'phew' of an exhale. ]
Sorry, I guess I hadn't thought of it that way before, but... yeah. I mean, you're a good friend of mine, so it matters to me that you stay safe, that's all.
[ Appended to that statement is the most sheepish of earnest smiles from him. ]
[ Mikleo can't help but be curious. Still, he'll let Sorey lead him onto the dance floor, the other's hand in his. It's funny how his heart jumps every time that they hold hands like this - but it's a feeling he tries to shake off, if only to focus on what Sorey will say in reply. ]
[ Sorey doesn't know how to answer that in detail, really. Thus, he flusters a bit, though that much could easily be chalked up to the link of their hands, and the knowledge of what they're about to do. ]
[Terra can only nod regretfully. The Cree situation is... frustrating, to say the least.]
Something needs to be done... [But this is supposed to be a time of celebration, so... they should probably save discussing Cree for another day. Another day and another, more private place where they don't have to whisper back and forth.]
No use worrying about him right now, though. We should enjoy this evening as much as we can. Chances are this peace isn't going to last very long...
[He's heard the locals griping about each other. Even now they won't give up their grudges.]
[ That's quite the understatement. Something needed to be done a while ago.
But, recognizing that doesn't speed the process along; nor does whispering about it at a fancy gala. So, Sorey sort of sums it up in his next bit of commentary. ]
I agree. Wyver's quick change of heart after spending so long in conflict is way too suspicious. And we aren't the only ones who think that way, either.
[ There are like-minded friends in their midst, hiding in plain sight. ]
If you're headed back to Olympia any time soon, maybe we can get together and talk about it, if you want.
[There's a twinge of something like discomfort in Terra's expression and then he's looking away, first at the crowd around them then back up to the plant Sorey was fascinated with.]
Yeah... I'll contact you on the little machine thing sometime and we can figure out somewhere to meet.
[Anyway, how 'bout that plant!]
So, still want a closer look at that twig up there?
[ Sorey's hand moves over his body - and then his hands, and his face reddens all the more - or, at least, he can feel how Sorey's rearranging his hands. His breath catches in his throat, and he suddenly feels as though there's knots in his throat. ]
... Ready. [ He's really got to try to get things together... They've always been touchy feely with one another. What's the difference between now and then? ]
[ It’s faint, but... Sorey does take notice of these things. Maybe not the color so much, under the relatively low light of the dance floor, but the stutter of Mikleo’s breath, and the somewhat sort of stilted response. ]
Are you sure...?
[ Said with an earnestly concerned gaze, and a squeeze of their joined hands that may or may not be helping matters whatsoever. He wouldn’t want to do anything to push too far and drive Mikleo away, after all. ]
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Mikleo
Date: 2018-01-09 08:40 pm (UTC)[ Sorey looks surprisingly accomplished, at that. ]
Well then, do you wanna head home? [ A beat. ] Unless...
[ --he's nearly ready to go out on a limb here, for a moment, but...
Naaah. Mikleo would never agree to dance with him. Sorey shakes his head, smiling sheepishly. ]
...nevermind. I'm ready when you are, Mikleo.
Terra
Date: 2018-01-09 09:00 pm (UTC)[ Sorey looks momentarily astonished. It's a real struggle for him to keep his voice down for the next comment. ]
So we even have his name and he still hasn't been caught?!
[ Incredible.
Of course, it's simple enough to adopt a pseudonym or handle of some sort and assume an alternate identity from there... but still! The more he hears, the more this sounds like a near miss, rather than a true mystery. ]
Alisaie
Date: 2018-01-09 09:07 pm (UTC)Aether... [ Bear with him, Alisaie -- he's been asleep for six weeks, so his brain has to jog a bit to catch back up sometimes. But, he definitely knows he's heard that word before, so... ]
Oh! That's what you used for healing way back after the crash landing, right?
[ He's almost positive. And man that feels like forever ago, now that he thinks on it. ]
Wow. You really can do anything with that stuff, can't you?
(no subject)
Date: 2018-01-09 11:41 pm (UTC)but that's.. not really a conversation for a time like that, is it?? ]
If you are able to manipulate it, yes. It is.. rather versatile.
[ don't you want a lesson, sorey!! ]
It is, after all, in and around all things, so I suppose it only makes sense.
(no subject)
Date: 2018-01-10 12:40 am (UTC)...And all along, Sorey had thought he would have found a way back to his own world by now. Hmm.
(Also he doesn’t know it but he totally does!! Pls 2 teach him!!) ]
Will it be a constant draw on your own energy, then?
(no subject)
Date: 2018-01-10 04:52 am (UTC)[ Mikleo tilts his head, sending Sorey a rather confused look. ]
That's my line. It isn't as though we've had a chance to go to many parties at home. [ But really, it's still a little overwhelming to be in a big group of people like this. ]
(no subject)
Date: 2018-01-10 05:12 am (UTC)It doesn't take but a moment after that hits his ears for Sorey to realize he's said one word too much to successfully play this off and keep going. But, Mikleo's right -- they haven't had a chance to go to many parties, and idly watching contented couples on the floor dancing has made him a bit wistful; if also unrealistically hopeful, too.
Still... ]
If you're not in any hurry to get back, then...
[ There's a moment where Sorey briefly resembles his younger self, pulling in an obvious, chest-puffing, self-assuring breath. But unlike those moments, where he'd grin or laugh or just pose dramatically with hands on his hips, here he extends one of them out instead and dutifully bows in such a way where he looks as though he's nearly ready to take a knee. ]
...May I have this dance?
[ All this fuss; such pomp and circumstance over nothing, really. But Sorey had told himself long ago that if he were to ever ask Mikleo this kind of important question, he'd do it the right way, or not at all. So, here they are: Head down, eyes screwed shut and face unwittingly scrunched, he waits.
The gap before Mikleo answers will seem like approximately two and a half eternities, no matter how long it actually spans. ]
(no subject)
Date: 2018-01-10 07:31 pm (UTC)And really, he looks so earnest and hopeful - even with his eyes shut. How could he say no? And really... he's asking so formally, it's a little... endearing...? ]
... [ He extends a hand out for Sorey to take, hopefully answering his question with actions louder than words. ] Let's go. But, are you sure you'll know what you're doing?
[ Mikleo at least read a bit about dancing.. Not that it'll compare to the real thing, he's sure. ]
(no subject)
Date: 2018-01-10 07:55 pm (UTC)...And the face that beams back at the seraph then is brighter than the midday sun. No doubt about it -- he feels honored, and not an ounce short of it. ]
Yep! [ A confident answer. He's not going to pretend to be amazingly skilled, or to have a natural talent whatsoever in this area, but!! At least now he can say he's been taught. ] A friend showed me how. It's actually not as hard as it looks!
[ He wouldn't have asked for this dance if he thought it would result in having to carry his friend home after crushing his toes, after all. So, squeezing Mikleo's hand, he leads him (as elegantly as he can) out onto the dance floor. ]
(no subject)
Date: 2018-01-10 10:05 pm (UTC)No, once the egi is stabilized it will not need to draw on my aether, it will sustain itself on the ambient aether in the space around it.
[ a coy smile tugs at alisaie's mouth. ]
Are you worried about me?
I HAD TO MAKE A NEW ICON TO ANSWER THIS ACCURATELY tyvm!!!
Date: 2018-01-10 10:51 pm (UTC)[ Sorey looks somewhat flabbergasted. Nice job, Alisaie. For a moment there's only the sounds of his breath catching, and vague noises of... well, they're noises, that's for sure.
Finally: ] I-I mean--!! I know you're strong, so you'll be fine, but...!
[ Translation: Yes. ]
...t-there's nothing wrong with wanting to make sure you're alright, is there?
[ Give it up, Sorey -- she's got you in a box, here. ]
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=79DijItQXMM
Date: 2018-01-11 02:59 am (UTC)Of course there isn't.
[ she says, through a laugh. she feels a little sorry for him.. but man, look at him go. ]
It was only a question.
[ a totally innocent one, for sure. ]
:|
Date: 2018-01-11 07:40 pm (UTC)Yes, he's mildly embarrassed, (""mildly""), but she's going to let him live and that's the important part. Sorey's next breath is a near-silent 'phew' of an exhale. ]
Sorry, I guess I hadn't thought of it that way before, but... yeah. I mean, you're a good friend of mine, so it matters to me that you stay safe, that's all.
[ Appended to that statement is the most sheepish of earnest smiles from him. ]
c:
Date: 2018-01-13 07:18 pm (UTC)[ what a sweet boy!! it's what makes him so easy and so satisfying to torment, alas.. ]
I am blessed to count you among my friends.
(no subject)
Date: 2018-01-14 03:07 am (UTC)The same is definitely true on my end.
[ A warm smile. ] I'm glad we're friends.
[
Even if you're a sneaky little shit sometimes.](no subject)
Date: 2018-01-14 03:13 am (UTC)[ Mikleo can't help but be curious. Still, he'll let Sorey lead him onto the dance floor, the other's hand in his. It's funny how his heart jumps every time that they hold hands like this - but it's a feeling he tries to shake off, if only to focus on what Sorey will say in reply. ]
(no subject)
Date: 2018-01-14 03:25 am (UTC)No, but... why do you ask?
(no subject)
Date: 2018-01-14 07:50 pm (UTC)[ Why was he flustered....? Mikleo blinks a bit, tilting his head. ]
We never learned how to dance when back in Elysia.
(no subject)
Date: 2018-01-15 05:55 am (UTC)Something needs to be done... [But this is supposed to be a time of celebration, so... they should probably save discussing Cree for another day. Another day and another, more private place where they don't have to whisper back and forth.]
No use worrying about him right now, though. We should enjoy this evening as much as we can. Chances are this peace isn't going to last very long...
[He's heard the locals griping about each other. Even now they won't give up their grudges.]
(no subject)
Date: 2018-01-15 06:02 am (UTC)Of course not. There was no need to know, back then.
[ And there's still not a need to know now, but...
Before Mikleo can question him further, he's taken to putting an arm around the seraph's waist, pulling the two of them somewhat close. ]
Your hand goes on my shoulder, and the other--... [ he situates their hands for a proper hold ] ...there. All set.
You ready, Mikleo?
(no subject)
Date: 2018-01-15 06:17 am (UTC)But, recognizing that doesn't speed the process along; nor does whispering about it at a fancy gala. So, Sorey sort of sums it up in his next bit of commentary. ]
I agree. Wyver's quick change of heart after spending so long in conflict is way too suspicious. And we aren't the only ones who think that way, either.
[ There are like-minded friends in their midst, hiding in plain sight. ]
If you're headed back to Olympia any time soon, maybe we can get together and talk about it, if you want.
(no subject)
Date: 2018-01-15 09:50 am (UTC)Yeah... I'll contact you on the little machine thing sometime and we can figure out somewhere to meet.
[Anyway, how 'bout that plant!]
So, still want a closer look at that twig up there?
(no subject)
Date: 2018-01-15 09:51 pm (UTC)... Ready. [ He's really got to try to get things together... They've always been touchy feely with one another. What's the difference between now and then? ]
(no subject)
Date: 2018-01-16 06:20 pm (UTC)Are you sure...?
[ Said with an earnestly concerned gaze, and a squeeze of their joined hands that may or may not be helping matters whatsoever. He wouldn’t want to do anything to push too far and drive Mikleo away, after all. ]
(no subject)
Date: 2018-01-16 06:35 pm (UTC)But uh, yes, plant things! Plant things are a good segue. One Sorey can appreciate. ]
Oh, right! [ He cups his chin thoughtfully, and sneaks another peek at that pesky, stubborn sprig. ]
If we can get it down...