wind-empress:

Loss of control is not something I easily admit to~. But this- it is not so bad. … Perhaps I might do as you do and behave recklessly for a change, though I’ve no idea how to act. To see good in all… well~, that shall not be so difficult if my eyes are to be upon you. Not in the slightest.

A guest? Of course— I suppose that is to mean I should quieten a little, hm? /laughs quietly and gives herself to the kiss, attention completely on it
… Hoh- whatever you do, wherever you go, I will follow. If laying between sheets suits you, then by all means, lead..

Not something many wish to admit in life’s course.~ -tilts head, watching her fondly- It might get easier, unfolding naturally. -smiles- My, my, I am warmed by you, dear one, and your sweet words.~ -holds her close-

-chuckles- I’d never silence my lady, merely wished to warn so little footsteps around the place would not surprise come the morrow.~ To bed, if I may thus ask, and this time no obligation to steal me away too soon with dawn’s light.

wind-empress:

It is simply overwhelming. A great rush, not one commonly felt, not at all- dizzying and confusing~. Like a whirlwind that I cannot control, almost. … But leaping? /looks curiously, head tilted a little

I will trust in you to find the best visions~. Oh, you think so highly, constantly- I am not everything you think me to be. /shakes her head, smiling, leans to the kiss with both hands sliding to rest at his shoulders

My, such an enrapturing frenzy, no? Like a wind just out of your command? We humes—we Rozarrians in particular—dive headfirst, sometimes look forward to the fall. -half-smile, eyes bright and crinkled- A plunge oft worth taking.

Then so I shall.~ -easy grin- I see what is there, no cause of mine if it was to be meant in high regard ere I was graced to discover it. -chuckles, kisses back with a low thrum deep within him- Mm, if we are to retire, we have a guest at present, but our beloved rooms are yet ours, I should think. Merely entwined beside you there on long lazy nights, all was missed. -kisses again, sweet and tender-

youryevon:

Oh-! I never got her name, that’s all- Barbariccia… [he shovels in another mouthful, but before he finishes realizes something else] MMMH-!!! [swallows it hard and takes a deep breath] That’s right- I didn’t get your name, either!

One learned in time, I am sure. -laughs with his happiness, then inclines his head with a smile- Al-Cid Margrace of the Empire of Rozarria, but ‘Al-Cid’ will do. -chuckles, points the way toward a curved hall, rooms lit by little lamps- And that is where rest lies for each head sooner or later, young Yu, amenities yours for the taking. I hope you enjoy it here. We’ll do our best to help. -nods-

wind-empress:

Mm, strength and defense in one… /chances a look up and glances straight back down again, lips still pursed and feeling childish without meaning to

..If you- continue being you- that is all. I trust you~… with everything. /nods, looks back up more confidently and meets his eyes, warmed by his smile

And not limited to just one place? Hmm~, a true adventure, then. Sometime soon, hopefully~. /smiles a little herself, eyes never leaving his, and nods
Of course. Everything according to me~. /snorts with amusement

Then I promise to be only me. My, this feels familiar, no?~ -smiles, but honestly so- As I have continued to trust you in kind, always have. It needn’t be so frightening a thing, this fall. Leaping works too, sometimes. -chuckles-

-playful smile- It is no adventure without a little exploring.~ -laughs kindly- Commander of your world. I’d assume nothing less. Fair and lovely… -leans to kiss, a hand upon her cheek-

youryevon:

agent-suave:

youryevon:

… (What’s Tangine…?)

[he sits obediently at the table, rocking back and forth while he waits for the food to be set out; and his eyes light up immediately when he sees it set in front him, and smells it]

Oh- um… [he waits, not sure if he should eat yet] My name is Yu. I don’t get to go camping very often… in fact, I’ve never done it alone before- but my parents aren’t here, and I don’t know how to get home, so, uh… [he trails off]

Ah-! -hands him utensils, ladles out his own portion- Help yourself, plenty to go around. We seldom have guests but they are most welcome when we do.

-pauses, frowns- My, so scattered thus? Stay with us, we’ve spare bedrooms that would be warmer than these cool nights. Barbariccia sees much, so part of the world as she is, and I’ve much resources in my own lands; if there is a way to find your home, we may be able to help. -digs in a little to his own, distracted in thought-

[smiles and nods] Thank you, sir-! [sits up tall and reaches for the spoon, filling his dish with large scoops before settling back down]

[he starts to shovel it into his mouth in haste, forgetting to swallow before speaking] is okay- I heard this place is full of people from all times and worlds, and that is a place to meet people-

[swallows] Who’s Barbariccia?

-laughs gently at the boy’s exuberance as he takes bites from his own plate- That it is, all kinds imaginable. Some helpful, others made for mischief.

-blinks- The lady of the winds? Was she not the goddess you spoke of?

wind-empress:

A maelstrom is usually effective enough to hold me up— and if not, then there are other things I can do~. /leans into the touch, glancing down and mumbling when she speaks again, embarrassed

… Falling- to pieces. That’s what you said before~. I- falling for you. /purses lips, still looking away

So much different land throughout her, hm~? She is intriguing already, and I would gladly stay awhile. I do not think I have ever visited Ivalice before~. Oh, exertion can be good- I simply turn my head when there is something to do now, and tell myself so many years of actions allows me to rest as much as I want. /chuckles and shakes her head at herself

Is it? -listens intently, gaze warm- Oh.~ -breathy exhale, murmurs with a kind smile- Then I’d best tread careful and well, and do all I can to cherish such a sweet thing, and never betray it. -slowly presses little kisses over her cheeks- All the better to catch you, and put you back together. -pulls back slightly with an encouraging smile-

Different facets to explore, in Rozarria and beyond, as promised before. -grins- Whenever you next have nothing to keep you in this land we delight in, then we go. -kisses her hand- Something new, all these horizons. -chuckles gently- Ah, your respite from those long years. Partake at your ease, dear one.~

youryevon:

agent-suave:

youryevon:

[considers for a moment whether accepting help would undermine his work so far, but finally he nods] Yeah… Maybe I should go a night without camping.

So um… what’s for dinner?

-smiles- Tagine that is yet warm from the hearth. All the stewed and spiced meat and produce from Rozarrian countryside you could want for… -pauses, raises a brow- unless there is something you cannot enjoy? We do have the occasional herbivore. -ponders, shrugs-

-moves about the room and plates some before settling across from him- Welcome as long as you like, young one. What do they call you, and this camping in the wilderness is how you survive?

… (What’s Tangine…?)

[he sits obediently at the table, rocking back and forth while he waits for the food to be set out; and his eyes light up immediately when he sees it set in front him, and smells it]

Oh- um… [he waits, not sure if he should eat yet] My name is Yu. I don’t get to go camping very often… in fact, I’ve never done it alone before- but my parents aren’t here, and I don’t know how to get home, so, uh… [he trails off]

Ah-! -hands him utensils, ladles out his own portion- Help yourself, plenty to go around. We seldom have guests but they are most welcome when we do.

-pauses, frowns- My, so scattered thus? Stay with us, we’ve spare bedrooms that would be warmer than these cool nights. Barbariccia sees much, so part of the world as she is, and I’ve much resources in my own lands; if there is a way to find your home, we may be able to help. -digs in a little to his own, distracted in thought-

youryevon:

agent-suave:

youryevon:

um… [looks down, embarrassed] Thank you…  and I’ll have to thank the goddess too…

[nods and looks back up] Nobody’s been looking after me. [blinks and smiles as that realization strikes him; he places his hands on his hips in pride] Yeah- I was taking care of myself this whole time.

-smiles warmly- No matter her powers, Barbariccia is kind, not to worry.~

-grins at the boy’s gesturing- Well! That is a lad more than deserving of a meal and a place of rest. Though your ability to strike out into the world may be great, nothing quite like a home with others sometimes.

[considers for a moment whether accepting help would undermine his work so far, but finally he nods] Yeah… Maybe I should go a night without camping.

So um… what’s for dinner?

-smiles- Tagine that is yet warm from the hearth. All the stewed and spiced meat and produce from Rozarrian countryside you could want for… -pauses, raises a brow- unless there is something you cannot enjoy? We do have the occasional herbivore. -ponders, shrugs-

-moves about the room and plates some before settling across from him- Welcome as long as you like, young one. What do they call you, and this camping in the wilderness is how you survive?

wind-empress:

Any time spent with you is good, no matter what is happening around- good or bad, crisis or no~. /pulls back to brush hair from her face and shake her head through giggles, shooting him a warm gaze

I simply- hoh— oaths sworn here and there with such dedication, and I cannot help but wonder why I was afraid of this fall before~.

You always speak so fondly of her. I will have to visit and see for myself- an experience is an experience, after all~, and I cannot imagine it being a bad one. Adventure everywhere, I should think- but time spent wishing for calmer breezes instead. I am lazy~. /chuckles

Mm, I think you’d triumph through any such crises, graceful and level as you are. We’ve faced challenges before and come away smiling, no? -chuckles, then tilts his head, curious and open, with fond eyes- Fall, my dear one? -brushes a hand to her cheek, caressing the softness there with voice low- I would banish any fears you carry, if I may be so bold.

Then so you will. -pleased smile- Rozarrian ships in their grandeur, and then the ease of the hill towns and palaces great and small, hospitality to welcome you and merry countryside to convince you to stay for a spell. -listens to her words with a hearty laugh- Hah! Leisure yours and mine as well. -purrs a whisper, kissing her cheek- An afternoon needn’t be spent with exertion unless we wish it.~