Welcome to Adventure Finder! An app designed to help you in the pursuit of knowledge and future ventures. Please tap here to activate!
[ And if Sorey taps the little flashing icon on his screen, it will transform into a compass that also acts as a detailed GPS and encyclopedia. Kind of like a wayfinder in videogames. Whichever way Sorey turns, the needle on the compass will indicate some interesting landmarks or wildlife in that direction, the approximate distance, and a "learn more" option that details some of the sights he may encounter. Happy holidays and adventuring! ]
[ It’s one thing to get a cryptic message; it’s another entirely to receive an app along with it. ]
What’s this? “Adventure Finder”...?
[ Well, at the very least, it certainly sounds right up his alley. Sorey, technologically illiterate sort that he is, only allows himself a brief minute or two of squinting at this mystical, magical thing before curiosity bests his better judgment and he taps it. Lo and behold, it does what it says on the tin. ]
No way! [ A bright laugh. ] This is great!
[ But... there’s no way to show his gratitude to the developer, is there?
(If not, consider this humble reply to be a show of such, and thank you for such a thoughtful secret santa gift! <3)
[hi sorey! prepare for a text from someone you've met before, who found you in someone else's phone]
hello! my name is yona i heard you're a friend of slaine's and his birthday is soon! and i'm going to have a party for him so i thought i'd invite you since you're friends! would you like to come?
It's been so long since he's heard that name, it takes Sorey a minute to jog his memory, but eventually it comes back to him.
...Isn't Slaine the one that basically flattened him in the transporter once? Yep. That's him. And Sorey hasn't heard from him since. But, close and in-touch or not, he would still consider Slaine a friend. So of course he's going to accept. ]
Hi there! Sure, I'd love to!
[ He doesn't mention how long it's been since they've talked. But, needless to say, picking a gift might be a little challenging. ]
You don't happen to know what he'd want for a birthday gift, do you?
[See, she knew there were people who considered Slaine enough of a friend to come to a party for him. Operation: convince Slaine he has friends is a go.]
i think with him books are a safe bet he's really smart, and he knows all sorts of different stories! so i bet he did a lot of reading before he came here
uh huh! he's always telling me about things he's learned
i don't really understand a lot of it though so i bet if you got him books and you read them too and talked about them with him it would make him happy!
I do not know how close the two of you were, but you should know that Prompto has returned to stasis. He has.. a great many friends, I am trying to see to it that they are all informed.
[ Ever since that night that Sorey has confessed - he's been a little distant. It hadn't taken long to figure out what was going on. However - it was something that Mikleo did take a bit of time to plan out to make up for what had happened. Sorey has always been more forward than Mikleo - while Mikleo is someone who shows things better in actions, rather then words. Though, he doesn't want Sorey to regret everything that's happened between them here, especially when their feelings are mutual.
Mikleo is taking Sorey to cliff that's over looking the lake. At this point in time, the sun would be reflecting off of the water - making it a nice sight to see. It's one of the places that he found while Sorey was asleep - and one of the places that he had been meaning to show him.
They've been walking for a few hours, but it hasn't been an unpleasant walk. The weather is nice, the birds are chirping, and the sun is out. They picked a good day for this, he thinks. ]
[ Roughly a month has gone by since that fateful sleepless night.
The words said then haven’t reappeared at all since, in conversation or otherwise. Perhaps they’ve been in his eyes as he’s kissed his partner, or when he holds him close, but Sorey has been diligent and dutiful in minding his words.
Or, from another viewpoint, strangely quiet.
Sorey is, as always, pretty freehanded with his affections and relatively easy to please; but, lest he forget, Mikleo is less so. And this relationship is about him, too -- his needs, his wants, and his comfort zone. By that merit, when it comes to certain things, Sorey will... just have to wait, that’s all.
And he will. He’ll wait forever. Because whether they’re just friends or more than that, Mikleo is worth it.
But already, he’s pushed the envelope, it seems. And that means he owes his partner an apology. Already.
Jeez. Sometimes he has to wonder whether or not he’s cut out for this whole ‘boyfriend’ thing...
He’s tried not to let this stumble take root and shatter his confidence, making him rethink the timing of everything he’s done to build this relationship, evoking questions like, “how much of this was me, and how much was Mikleo?” and “Have I been pushing him into things this whole time?”
He knows his best friend to stubbornly dig in his heels against things he strongly dislikes. But when he’s dealing with someone he cares for, and a situation that’s delicate, how much is he sacrificing himself for the sake of keeping Sorey happy? He hadn’t before, but now he thinks back to another night in bed where Mikleo had seemed particularly rigid and hesitant during a moment of closeness, and he has to wonder if that, too, had been forced.
Good heavens. He can vow to purify the world without batting an eye; but when it comes to something so important to get exactly right...
Sigh. At least, unlike with purification, in this case he knows this can start off with an apology -- and that’s exactly what he intends to do.
He’s got Mikleo alone again now, and though they’ve been walking for hours, having something like this hanging over his head has made it feel like minutes. Up ahead is a clearing, presumably their destination. Looks like his time is up.
[ Of course, it hadn't taken long for Mikleo to notice that his silence silence had been something that seemed to effect Sorey rather strongly. Perhaps in some moments, words do speak louder than actions. And really, if anything - it's Mikleo who owes Sorey an apology. An apology for making him even think for a moment that he was unwanted, or that Mikleo didn't want this with him... If anything, Mikleo wouldn't have agreed to any of this if he had thought that he wouldn't be able to put 100% into all of this. Sorey deserves that, he thinks. They both do.
After all, isn't a friendship in general something that's a two way street? Then, it only makes sense that what they have would be more than that.
Though... when he thinks about it, boyfriend isn't something that summarizes their relationship, either. Sorey's more than that. He's family - his partner - his companion. It's truly difficult to put into words. Perhaps there isn't a word for it.
[ For a moment, he’d hoped they could keep walking while he does this, but. Well, maybe it’s for the best that they stop, anyway. It allows him to make eye contact, however brief it is. ]
So, about that night, where I said what I did... [ Surely Mikleo knows which one. ] I know you said you were glad I’m not hesitating anymore, but--
[ He sucks in a breath. ]
I’ve thought about it a lot, and I realize that I overstepped my bounds.
[ Go on, Sorey -- tell him what you’ve learned. ]
It was selfish and careless of me to say that without thinking of your feelings first.
[ Basically, it was way, way too soon -- just like Sorey thought it was. He should have gone with his gut like always. But he’s an impetuous boy in love and, in this one case, his filter just popped off. The resulting wound, he deserved; but what’s most important is that it probably left Mikleo in a weird, likely uncomfortable spot. ]
So I wanted to tell you that I’m sorry. [ His head tucks, a show of contrition. ] That was unfair of me, and I’m sorry.
[ He's... apologizing? Mikleo listens for a moment, taking in his words. It's no surprise that they both ended up thinking of the same thing to speak about. They've always been on the same wavelength. Not only that, but it is rather important they talk about.
Mikleo shakes his head, reaching for Sorey's hand. He appreciates it. It sounds as though Sorey has been thinking about this a lot recently. ]
There's no need to apologize. The reason why I asked you to come here today was so we could talk about that night.
[ Even so... ]
Thank you. It sounds as though you've given this a lot of thought. ... Still, I do have one thing to say before we continue: you didn't exactly overstep your boundaries, and calling that night selfish or careless is the opposite of what happened, isn't it?
[ Sorey unconsciously swallows. They’re here to talk about that night...?
He shouldn’t be worried -- and he knows that; but at least, perhaps he’s less so when Mikleo takes his hand. Tangling their fingers, he squeezes gently. ]
You’re right. [ He admits readily. ] That night is still special to me, no matter what. I don’t regret what was said, either -- it’s how I really feel, so how could I?
[ Upon his lips is a silly, sheepish smile; one that implies that he forgives himself, at least, for this premature misstep. ]
And maybe I didn’t overstep my boundaries, but my timing could’ve been better.
[ Anyway, who says I love you on the first night they get together with someone?? Someone with a foolhardy heart and no brain-to-mouth filter, that’s who. Unconsciously licking his lips first, he swallows again and glances away, knowing that he’s far too expressive to hide the pinch of hurt he feels as he adds-- ]
I... I didn’t know you weren’t ready.
[ To return his words, he means. Or, maybe that he couldn't do so honestly because they aren't on completely level ground. Either way, it’s not a great precedent to set; and if it bears any kind of foreshadowing on their future together, then this relationship stands to be incredibly rocky -- especially when they get to. Um. More intimate activities. ]
[ It's been a long day of extensive exploring with Sorey, and Mikleo is more than ready to settle into bed with a book for a now. He's fresh from the bath when he finds Sorey in bed - normal white and blue pajamas on. He moves to settle in next to Sorey, making himself comfortable. ]
I'd say that we can call today a success.
[ Although Mikleo hasn't given up taking the time to study new medicines here in order to help others - he's also prioritizing exploration with Sorey. He hopes that they can find something new here as they continue.
The more time that they spend here - the more comfortable they are with their relationship - I love you's become more common - and kisses start to feel as natural as breathing air.
Sorey seems happy - and really, Mikleo is grateful that he can keep his spirits up despite being separated from their friends - from their world. ]
[ In the weeks after that fateful, treasured day upon that cliff, things have smoothed out markedly between them: Hands tangle in public from time to time, kisses passed back and forth with ease. Things are simpler, overall. ]
Yeah, I'd say so!
[ In fact, he may or may not be toying with an artifact they found as he replies -- at least, until Mikleo settles in against him. Then it's easily set aside in favor of an arm over his boyfriend, the taller nuzzling in for a kiss to the seraph's forehead. ]
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UN: S3CR37 S4N74
Date: 2017-12-14 06:37 am (UTC)OPENING FILE... ADV3N7Ur3_F!N3D3R.exe
decompressing......
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[♪ pleasant chime ♫]
Welcome to Adventure Finder! An app designed to help you in the pursuit of knowledge and future ventures. Please tap here to activate!
[ And if Sorey taps the little flashing icon on his screen, it will transform into a compass that also acts as a detailed GPS and encyclopedia. Kind of like a wayfinder in videogames. Whichever way Sorey turns, the needle on the compass will indicate some interesting landmarks or wildlife in that direction, the approximate distance, and a "learn more" option that details some of the sights he may encounter. Happy holidays and adventuring! ]
omg, bless u
Date: 2017-12-20 04:27 am (UTC)What’s this? “Adventure Finder”...?
[ Well, at the very least, it certainly sounds right up his alley. Sorey, technologically illiterate sort that he is, only allows himself a brief minute or two of squinting at this mystical, magical thing before curiosity bests his better judgment and he taps it. Lo and behold, it does what it says on the tin. ]
No way! [ A bright laugh. ] This is great!
[ But... there’s no way to show his gratitude to the developer, is there?
(If not, consider this humble reply to be a show of such, and thank you for such a thoughtful secret santa gift! <3)
text; un: yona
Date: 2018-01-02 07:05 am (UTC)hello! my name is yona
i heard you're a friend of slaine's
and his birthday is soon!
and i'm going to have a party for him
so i thought i'd invite you since you're friends!
would you like to come?
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Date: 2018-01-02 03:27 pm (UTC)It's been so long since he's heard that name, it takes Sorey a minute to jog his memory, but eventually it comes back to him.
...Isn't Slaine the one that basically flattened him in the transporter once? Yep. That's him. And Sorey hasn't heard from him since. But, close and in-touch or not, he would still consider Slaine a friend. So of course he's going to accept. ]
Hi there! Sure, I'd love to!
[ He doesn't mention how long it's been since they've talked. But, needless to say, picking a gift might be a little challenging. ]
You don't happen to know what he'd want for a birthday gift, do you?
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Date: 2018-01-02 05:24 pm (UTC)[See, she knew there were people who considered Slaine enough of a friend to come to a party for him. Operation: convince Slaine he has friends is a go.]
i think with him books are a safe bet
he's really smart, and he knows all sorts of different stories!
so i bet he did a lot of reading before he came here
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Date: 2018-01-03 01:39 am (UTC)[ See, he doesn't even know Slaine well enough to have guessed that. But, at least it's a pleasant surprise! ]
That's great! Just leave it to me!
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Date: 2018-01-03 07:41 am (UTC)he's always telling me about things he's learned
i don't really understand a lot of it though
so i bet if you got him books and you read them too and talked about them with him it would make him happy!
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Date: 2018-01-03 02:22 pm (UTC)Actually, it'd be great to have someone else to talk books with around here!
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Date: 2018-02-04 03:23 am (UTC)un: shepherd
Date: 2018-02-04 04:32 am (UTC)I'm so sorry...
Are you alright?
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Date: 2018-02-05 09:51 pm (UTC)(no subject)
Date: 2018-02-06 01:52 am (UTC)I know the two of you were pretty close, and losing someone here is never easy, even if they're just back in stasis.
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Date: 2018-02-07 01:32 am (UTC)(no subject)
Date: 2018-02-07 01:54 am (UTC)Well, hey, look at it this way -- if I can wake up after six weeks, then I'm sure he will, too!
[ But, naturally, he doesn't realize that he's just put the idea of six weeks without Prompto in her head, of course. ]
He'll be back before you know it.
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Date: 2018-06-04 10:46 pm (UTC)Mikleo is taking Sorey to cliff that's over looking the lake. At this point in time, the sun would be reflecting off of the water - making it a nice sight to see. It's one of the places that he found while Sorey was asleep - and one of the places that he had been meaning to show him.
They've been walking for a few hours, but it hasn't been an unpleasant walk. The weather is nice, the birds are chirping, and the sun is out. They picked a good day for this, he thinks. ]
We're almost there.
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Date: 2018-06-05 04:16 pm (UTC)The words said then haven’t reappeared at all since, in conversation or otherwise. Perhaps they’ve been in his eyes as he’s kissed his partner, or when he holds him close, but Sorey has been diligent and dutiful in minding his words.
Or, from another viewpoint, strangely quiet.
Sorey is, as always, pretty freehanded with his affections and relatively easy to please; but, lest he forget, Mikleo is less so. And this relationship is about him, too -- his needs, his wants, and his comfort zone. By that merit, when it comes to certain things, Sorey will... just have to wait, that’s all.
And he will. He’ll wait forever. Because whether they’re just friends or more than that, Mikleo is worth it.
But already, he’s pushed the envelope, it seems. And that means he owes his partner an apology. Already.
Jeez. Sometimes he has to wonder whether or not he’s cut out for this whole ‘boyfriend’ thing...
He’s tried not to let this stumble take root and shatter his confidence, making him rethink the timing of everything he’s done to build this relationship, evoking questions like, “how much of this was me, and how much was Mikleo?” and “Have I been pushing him into things this whole time?”
He knows his best friend to stubbornly dig in his heels against things he strongly dislikes. But when he’s dealing with someone he cares for, and a situation that’s delicate, how much is he sacrificing himself for the sake of keeping Sorey happy? He hadn’t before, but now he thinks back to another night in bed where Mikleo had seemed particularly rigid and hesitant during a moment of closeness, and he has to wonder if that, too, had been forced.
Good heavens. He can vow to purify the world without batting an eye; but when it comes to something so important to get exactly right...
Sigh. At least, unlike with purification, in this case he knows this can start off with an apology -- and that’s exactly what he intends to do.
He’s got Mikleo alone again now, and though they’ve been walking for hours, having something like this hanging over his head has made it feel like minutes. Up ahead is a clearing, presumably their destination. Looks like his time is up.
Sorey clears his throat first. ]
Hey, Mikleo... can we talk for a moment?
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Date: 2018-06-06 01:02 am (UTC)After all, isn't a friendship in general something that's a two way street? Then, it only makes sense that what they have would be more than that.
Though... when he thinks about it, boyfriend isn't something that summarizes their relationship, either. Sorey's more than that. He's family - his partner - his companion. It's truly difficult to put into words. Perhaps there isn't a word for it.
He turns then, stopping in his tracks. ]
What is it?
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Date: 2018-06-06 01:52 am (UTC)So, about that night, where I said what I did... [ Surely Mikleo knows which one. ] I know you said you were glad I’m not hesitating anymore, but--
[ He sucks in a breath. ]
I’ve thought about it a lot, and I realize that I overstepped my bounds.
[ Go on, Sorey -- tell him what you’ve learned. ]
It was selfish and careless of me to say that without thinking of your feelings first.
[ Basically, it was way, way too soon -- just like Sorey thought it was. He should have gone with his gut like always. But he’s an impetuous boy in love and, in this one case, his filter just popped off. The resulting wound, he deserved; but what’s most important is that it probably left Mikleo in a weird, likely uncomfortable spot. ]
So I wanted to tell you that I’m sorry. [ His head tucks, a show of contrition. ] That was unfair of me, and I’m sorry.
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Date: 2018-06-06 03:43 am (UTC)Mikleo shakes his head, reaching for Sorey's hand. He appreciates it. It sounds as though Sorey has been thinking about this a lot recently. ]
There's no need to apologize. The reason why I asked you to come here today was so we could talk about that night.
[ Even so... ]
Thank you. It sounds as though you've given this a lot of thought. ... Still, I do have one thing to say before we continue: you didn't exactly overstep your boundaries, and calling that night selfish or careless is the opposite of what happened, isn't it?
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Date: 2018-06-06 02:37 pm (UTC)He shouldn’t be worried -- and he knows that; but at least, perhaps he’s less so when Mikleo takes his hand. Tangling their fingers, he squeezes gently. ]
You’re right. [ He admits readily. ] That night is still special to me, no matter what. I don’t regret what was said, either -- it’s how I really feel, so how could I?
[ Upon his lips is a silly, sheepish smile; one that implies that he forgives himself, at least, for this premature misstep. ]
And maybe I didn’t overstep my boundaries, but my timing could’ve been better.
[ Anyway, who says I love you on the first night they get together with someone?? Someone with a foolhardy heart and no brain-to-mouth filter, that’s who. Unconsciously licking his lips first, he swallows again and glances away, knowing that he’s far too expressive to hide the pinch of hurt he feels as he adds-- ]
I... I didn’t know you weren’t ready.
[ To return his words, he means. Or, maybe that he couldn't do so honestly because they aren't on completely level ground. Either way, it’s not a great precedent to set; and if it bears any kind of foreshadowing on their future together, then this relationship stands to be incredibly rocky -- especially when they get to. Um. More intimate activities. ]
I’ll pay more attention next time.
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Date: 2018-07-25 02:29 am (UTC)I'd say that we can call today a success.
[ Although Mikleo hasn't given up taking the time to study new medicines here in order to help others - he's also prioritizing exploration with Sorey. He hopes that they can find something new here as they continue.
The more time that they spend here - the more comfortable they are with their relationship - I love you's become more common - and kisses start to feel as natural as breathing air.
Sorey seems happy - and really, Mikleo is grateful that he can keep his spirits up despite being separated from their friends - from their world. ]
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Date: 2018-07-25 03:00 am (UTC)Yeah, I'd say so!
[ In fact, he may or may not be toying with an artifact they found as he replies -- at least, until Mikleo settles in against him. Then it's easily set aside in favor of an arm over his boyfriend, the taller nuzzling in for a kiss to the seraph's forehead. ]
Hey, did you start using a new shampoo?
[ His hair smells uncommonly nice. ]
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Date: 2018-07-25 03:07 am (UTC)[ He's one to talk, really. He moves to press a kiss against Sorey's lips then, looking to the artifact that he'd been looking at. ]
Notice anything new?
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Date: 2018-07-25 03:19 am (UTC)Which, in turn, is promptly pressed to Mikleo's lips, right in reply to the one he just received. ]
There. Is that better?
[ It is. He knows. Mikleo doesn't have to say it. ]
What, you mean about the artifact? [ His mind had been immediately more drawn to the idea of that new scent in the other's hair. ] Not yet.
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Date: 2018-07-25 03:38 am (UTC)Better. [ He agrees, pressing another brief kiss to Sorey's lips. ]
I'll take a look at it in a little while. We might be able to connect it to other ruins that we've explored here.
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