Ailiana (Onora)
Queen's Army
Lord of All That is Fuzzy
Remember to never eat a Hooblesnorflessness.
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Post by Ailiana (Onora) on Jan 16, 2007 18:15:55 GMT -5
I grinned a half smile, still staring straight ahead. It was going to be a nice day today; a few puffy clouds, but nothing that could bear a drastic downpour. "I already told you. I'm here on vacation."
Half truth. Or, rather... half lie. Whichever.
"A sort of... unproclaimed vacation," I added in a mutter. That had to count for something; it wouldn't be my fault if he didn't hear me.
"So... hobbies. Got any?" I gushed, quickly shoving the subject away.
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Post by Daemon [Naryae] on Jan 16, 2007 21:38:02 GMT -5
=Things aren't the way they were before, you would even recognize me anymore= =Not that you knew me back then, but it all comes back to me in the end=
Me, hobbies? Oh, well, um... I guess, training animals. Or speaking to them, really. I've learned you can't really train them once you give them the gift of speech. They argue to much. But, I like... I like...
I stuttered, nervously, trying to remember what I used to do. What about when I was a kid? What did I like to do? I didn't remember, I'd never really had time back them to do fun things. Or at any point. Hobbies felt as foreign as the countries across the ocean. If there even were any countries across the ocean. Oh, yes, that was right.
And sailing, I like sailing on the ocean. What about you, what are your hobbies? You said you liked painting, didn't you?
=I tried so hard, and got so far= =But in the end it doesn't even matter=
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Ailiana (Onora)
Queen's Army
Lord of All That is Fuzzy
Remember to never eat a Hooblesnorflessness.
Posts: 244
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Post by Ailiana (Onora) on Jan 17, 2007 8:48:09 GMT -5
I rotate my head to stare over the water, which was now a sparkling blue. "This is my first time I've been to the ocean," I say randomly. "I'd always wanted to go. I bet sailing on it is amazing."
Blinking, I turned back to stare ahead of me. "Yeah, drawing. Just charcoal and paper. I'm not exactly the best, but art's something that's sort of always ran in the family. My father liked to sculpt, and I heard that my grandfather had been a painter. I never met him or anything, but his paintings would be around the house..."
I stop when I felt something cold brush against my hand. Lifting it up to eye level, I see only a drop of water. Maybe some spray from the sea... Just in case, I stare up at the sky. "No way," I mutter as a small flake of snow fell to the ground, quickly melting in the sand. Another came to join it, followed by one more. And then the fall became more regular.
"But... it's the beach! It doesn't snow at the beach! Right?" I turned to Kakashi for a second opinion.
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Post by Daemon [Naryae] on Jan 18, 2007 21:04:51 GMT -5
=Things aren't the way they were before, you would even recognize me anymore= =Not that you knew me back then, but it all comes back to me in the end=
Normally, I'd agree with you, but, I can't deny that it's snowing right now. I tend to trust what my eye sees. I mean, uh, eyes.
I resisted the urge to cringe, casting a glance over at Ailiana. Hopefully she hadn't caught my slip up. Positive, thoughts, Kakashi, positive thoughts.
I held out a hand, catching the snow flakes in my black gauntlet with a smile. A shiver ran through me as the cold air hit the revealed part of my arms, and I realized it might be a good idea to invest in a cloak or a warmer outfit.
So, this is kind of weird, hu?
=I tried so hard, and got so far= =But in the end it doesn't even matter=
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Ailiana (Onora)
Queen's Army
Lord of All That is Fuzzy
Remember to never eat a Hooblesnorflessness.
Posts: 244
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Post by Ailiana (Onora) on Jan 19, 2007 20:30:50 GMT -5
"I didn't come to the beach for snow. I came to the beach for... for the beach," I snapped, ready to unleash a stream of curses at the sky, which was beginning to darken with a flow of thin gray clouds.
I paused to reply to his question, then began to think over what he had said previously. Eye? He had two eyes. Didn't he? Yes, he had two eyes. It wasn't any of my business, though. I probably shouldn't even have been thinking about it...
"What do you mean by eye?" I asked, trying not to sound too probing as I did so. Curiosity was something we all suffered; he certainly couldn't blame me for asking an innocent question.
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Post by Daemon [Naryae] on Jan 19, 2007 20:39:52 GMT -5
=Things aren't the way they were before, you would even recognize me anymore= =Not that you knew me back then, but it all comes back to me in the end=
I sighed and dropped my hand, realizing I probably should have seen that coming. She was a sharp person, she wasn't one to just let something like that slip by. Why must people be so smart all the time? Life would be so much easier if everyone was stupider then me.
I paused to consider the ironic sentence in that paragraph of thought, mulled dover it for a split second, decided to not think about it because it would bring back the memories and instead focused my reply and what exactly I would say. I then apologized to myself for thinking such a long sentence.
You really are an observant person, you know that? If you must know, I'm blind in my left eye.
I replied, pretending to be casual. It seemed all of my body parts had an interesting, involved, traumatic story behind them. Well, almost all of them. All of them within reason, you know. And I should just shut-up before I make a fool of myself.
=I tried so hard, and got so far= =But in the end it doesn't even matter=
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Ailiana (Onora)
Queen's Army
Lord of All That is Fuzzy
Remember to never eat a Hooblesnorflessness.
Posts: 244
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Post by Ailiana (Onora) on Jan 19, 2007 21:11:44 GMT -5
The urge to stare at his left eye swarmed me, see if I could notice something I hadn't seen before. Maybe it was foggier than the other, or perhaps it didn't move. I tried to think back, but couldn't remember anything peculiar. I decided to keep it that; no use in destroying any comfortable conversation footing we had at the moment by being rude.
"Observant? I've never been called observant in my life," I snorted, kicking at the sand, which was being mixed with the chilly snowflakes.
My eyes flashed over to him. "Aren't you going to be cold?" I asked, frowning. I was now grateful for the long sleeves of my dress, which previously I had thought irritating.
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Post by Daemon [Naryae] on Jan 21, 2007 17:46:34 GMT -5
=Things aren't the way they were before, you would even recognize me anymore= =Not that you knew me back then, but it all comes back to me in the end=
Going to be? Oh no, I'm already cold. In fact, you might say I'm half frozen because I've just lost feeling in my arm. Is there, by any chance, a shop around here?
I asked, resisting the urge to rub my arms. I had to stop acting like such a baby. So it was a bit cold, it didn't bother me, did it? No, really, did it? I wasn't sure, because I really wanted to rub my arms and warm myself. And even if there was a shop, there would be the issue of money. It seems I never am able to keep money in my pockets, mostly because I don't have any way of getting money in the first place. So, how would Ailiana react if I stole a cloak?
=I tried so hard, and got so far= =But in the end it doesn't even matter=
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Ailiana (Onora)
Queen's Army
Lord of All That is Fuzzy
Remember to never eat a Hooblesnorflessness.
Posts: 244
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Post by Ailiana (Onora) on Jan 22, 2007 20:58:08 GMT -5
I tried to think, remembering my walk down to the shore. There was a boardwalk close by, I managed to recall, with a few small little shops and stands nearby; they might be closed by now, but if we hurried we might get there in time.
"I think I know of a few places," I began. I rubbed my arms, silently wondering why I had been stupid enough to leave my cloak back at the inn. Because it doesn't snow at the beach. "We'd have to run, though."
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Post by Daemon [Naryae] on Jan 23, 2007 22:42:36 GMT -5
=Things aren't the way they were before, you would even recognize me anymore= =Not that you knew me back then, but it all comes back to me in the end=
I frowned and sighed, looking over the beach unhappily. Run? I didn't like to do that unless there was a demon panther from the fifth portal to hell on my heels, and, oddly enough, the first time I ever said that, a demon cat from the fifth portal to hell suddenly appeared. I would only learn later it had been a trick by my mage friend, but at the time I decided I would run.
Alright, run we shall.
I announced, bowing and motioning for her to lead the way.
=I tried so hard, and got so far= =But in the end it doesn't even matter=
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Ailiana (Onora)
Queen's Army
Lord of All That is Fuzzy
Remember to never eat a Hooblesnorflessness.
Posts: 244
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Post by Ailiana (Onora) on Jan 28, 2007 14:41:15 GMT -5
Running was something I was good at. Whether it be toward something new, away from something old, I liked to run. After I had left my mother, it had just come natural to me. Get close to someone, run away before they can let you down. Friendships were rare in Rutherford's castle, but a few of the mages or sorcerors and tried to extend a kind hand towards me. At first, I would take it gratefully. But after a while, I turned away, afraid of what heartbreak this person might inflict upon me later.
So as I followed my memorie and started toward the boardwalk at first at a slow jog, then breaking into a faster pace. Even though the cold wind bit my face cruelly, it was nice to feel the loosening of the muscles in my legs, the desire to go faster. My feet pounded on the wooden path steadily.
As a child, I wasn't allowed to ride a horse. No one had even had the time to teach me, anyway. I remembered sitting in the stable, staring at the horses. My father had enjoyed spending time with his horses, even more so probably than with anyone else, especially me. The stable hands had kept a close eye on me, making sure I didn't touch the precious animals, though whether it was for my sake or the horse's, I never found out. Probably because I had never had the nerve to actually stroke one of the powerful animals and find the effect.
So when I ran away, it was on foot. I had to carry my own things with me, and as such couldn't carry much. I was forced to run quickly to get to the next town before I ran out of supplies.
Forgetting Kakashi was there, I poured more energy into my legs, listening only to my gasping breath, my charged heartbeat. My feet seemed to just brush the ground lightly for a moment before pushing off again. One more step, one more breath, my mind murmured, And you'll be flying off, away from everyone and everything...
And then my eyes caught on a small stand, at which there were a few other people who had, like Kakashi and I, been unexpecting of the snow now falling on us all. A beaming man, was selling cloaks at what seemed to be an abnormally high price to me, seemed to be ecstatic with everyone else's bad luck.
Did Kakashi have money? I realized. I glanced at him quickly, then waved my hand, muttering something under my breath. A bag of coins appeared in my hand. "I'll buy one for you," I said, blinking once and reaching into the small leather pouch for a couple of coins. "On one condition."
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Post by Daemon [Naryae] on Jan 28, 2007 18:31:29 GMT -5
=Born into emptiness= =Learn to be lonely, learn to find your world in darkness= =Who will be there for you?=
ooc: ((0.o that post was amazing, Nora.))
I slid to a stop beside her, doing my best to hold my breath and not pant like a maniac. I wasn't sure, but I didn't want to seem out of shape in front of Ailiana. In truth I wasn't out of shape, I was just used to riding a horse everywhere. Apparently she had no such trouble with running, so to be panting felt both wrong, and well, was a bit hard.
I raised an eyebrow at her, leaning upon the wooden stand as I cast my eyes in the vendor's direction. He seemed pretty ecstatic as another small group of people appeared, holding out their coins, reaching for one of the cloaks spread out over the table. They were pretty average looking, the cloaks, but he was the only person open at this hour. Everyone else, it seemed, was in bed and missing this great money making opportunity.
I eyed one of the capes for a while, for it sat right next to me, within easy reach. I'd probably stolen most of the things I had on my person, what would one more item be? Slowly I touched it, casting my eyes toward the busy vendor who was diving beneath the counter to pull out the rest of his inventory. But, as I began to draw in the item, Ailiana's words hit my ears, and I turned my gaze on her, still clutching the ebony cloak in one hand. She either had the best timing or the worst in the world.
Hey, get ye hands off tha'!
The chubby man yelled, point an accusing finger in my direction. I let go immediately, shrugging at him innocently.
I just wanted to see how thick it was.
I replied. I wasn't sure if he bought my excuse or not, for his eyes rested on me for a few more moments. Narrowing them threateningly at me, he finally looked to his newest costumer and promptly proceeded to sell off a cape at a steadily rising price. Talk about me stealing.
With him so aware, it would be much more dangerous to try and take something, and, besides, I wanted to know what this one condition was. It sounded so intriguing, I could only imagine what she might say. Would it be something like "You have to pay me back by the end of the day" or something more like "You have to kiss."
I then wondered which I those I would prefer, anyway.
=Comfort and care for you?= =Learn to be lonely, learn to be your one companion= =Life can be lived, life can be loved a.l.o.n.e=
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Ailiana (Onora)
Queen's Army
Lord of All That is Fuzzy
Remember to never eat a Hooblesnorflessness.
Posts: 244
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Post by Ailiana (Onora) on Jan 29, 2007 18:33:49 GMT -5
((Really? I was sort of delirious with lack of sleep when I wrote it.
Hm. Maybe I should sleep less often.))
It appeared I had communicated myself just in time, as I saw the action Kakashi was about to take. It was probably the only thing I had done right the entire day.
He was waiting for my stipulation. I took a deep breath, trying to think of the best way to word it. Go all out and be bold? Or mumble it and hope he heard?
My eyes lit on the sword he bore on his back. Forgetting everything else entirely, I pointed at it. "Teach me everything you know."
Woah. That was a bit too forward, wasn't it? "I mean, not everything," I quickly revised. "But you know. Swordsmanship. Horseback riding. Things like that."
Was that even worth a cloak? Probably not. I had heard that my father had paid enormous amounts of money for his training. Not something as trifle as an overpriced cloak on a cold winters day. But this was probably my only chance to prove everyone wrong.
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Post by Daemon [Naryae] on Jan 29, 2007 19:59:01 GMT -5
=Born into emptiness= =Learn to be lonely, learn to find your world in darkness= =Who will be there for you?=
I smiled at her beneath he cover of my mask, leaning on the wooden stand as I listened to her explain her offer. Like I had expected, it wasn't what I had expected. Wait, what? I didn't matter, anyway. What did matter was that I now knew what my job was.
That's it? Of course, you could have just asked, you know. I doubt anything I can tell you is very useful, but, hey, it's up to you.
I said with a shrug, stepping back and motioning toward the booth. I eyed the vendor with suspicion as he eyed me right back. I wanted to give that man a swift kick in the butt, and if I was correct in my calculations, I thought I just might be able to do it..
Alright, lesson one: Never let someone push you around. It doesn't exactly have anything to do with swords or horseback riding, but I think it's still a pretty important fact. So, while you pay for my cloak, I think I might act out my little plan on this man.
=Comfort and care for you?= =Learn to be lonely, learn to be your one companion= =Life can be lived, life can be loved a.l.o.n.e=
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Ailiana (Onora)
Queen's Army
Lord of All That is Fuzzy
Remember to never eat a Hooblesnorflessness.
Posts: 244
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Post by Ailiana (Onora) on Jan 29, 2007 22:02:08 GMT -5
No way was it that easy. I paused, waiting for him to say something along the lines of "Maybe some other time" or, "Oh, you don't want me to do that." But he didn't. I didn't really know him, though, so it was no surprise my assumptions were off.
My eyes flickered between Kakashi and the man selling the cloaks for a moment before I snatched up the cape Kakashi had held earlier, extending a hand with a a few coins. "Hi," I said, trying to be friendly.
He more than happily took my money, but then paused. "Won't ye be wantin' a cloak too, the? Mighty fine ones, if I--"
"I'm fine," I said, tapping my finger impatiently on the stand as O waited for him to give me my change. "I have a cloak back at the inn I'm staying at..."
"Aye, but not a cloak like this. Finest cloak in all o' Sienen, made from the finest goat wool..."
"Goats don't have wool," I corrected. "Change, please?"
But he kept talking as if he hadn't heard me, picking up another cloak and shoving it towards me as he rambled. Before, I had felt rather sorry for the man knowing whatever Kakashi was about to do, it probably wasn't going to be very nice. But now I almost couldn't wait to see what was going to happen.
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