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[ It would be no exaggeration to say that Akechi's first foray into Bonding has been a bit tense, but the ceremony itself had gone off rather painlessly. It's made him more confident about doing it a second time, especially now that he knows how little the words of their vows seem to count for.
It's a bit of a relief when Sylvia makes up her mind about the Bond, which Akechi isn't expecting from himself... but he's known and been in regular contact with her for a few months now. He wouldn't say they're close, but he still prefers to see her in good health than not.
So he waits for her outside the Coven, feeling more relaxed than he would have otherwise, and more relaxed than when he came here with Akira. He even smiles when he sees her approach, lifting his hand in a wave. ]
Sylvia. Over here.
[ He's got a small wooden box in one hand, but he doesn't explain its presence or what it is just yet. Best to wait until they're inside, first. ]
It's a bit of a relief when Sylvia makes up her mind about the Bond, which Akechi isn't expecting from himself... but he's known and been in regular contact with her for a few months now. He wouldn't say they're close, but he still prefers to see her in good health than not.
So he waits for her outside the Coven, feeling more relaxed than he would have otherwise, and more relaxed than when he came here with Akira. He even smiles when he sees her approach, lifting his hand in a wave. ]
Sylvia. Over here.
[ He's got a small wooden box in one hand, but he doesn't explain its presence or what it is just yet. Best to wait until they're inside, first. ]
[ she's here with a box of her own. she's surprised to see that he has one, too, but she doesn't say anything of it when she arrives. instead, she smiles and waves back at him. ]
Yo, Akechi!
[ she approaches him, a little more tense than usual. it's her first rodeo with bonding and she isn't sure what to expect. she's not sure if she's really ready for this, but she's not going back on her word. ]
You ready for this?
Yo, Akechi!
[ she approaches him, a little more tense than usual. it's her first rodeo with bonding and she isn't sure what to expect. she's not sure if she's really ready for this, but she's not going back on her word. ]
You ready for this?
[ He can always count Sylvia to be a ray of sunshine, can't he? Honestly it's kind of refreshing. ]
I certainly am.
[ He doesn't bother asking Sylvia if she feels the same. She had better be, if she showed up here. He gestures for Sylvia to follow him before turning and heading into the Coven, though he doesn't drop the conversation just yet. ]
This way. Have you looked into what the ceremony involves yet?
I certainly am.
[ He doesn't bother asking Sylvia if she feels the same. She had better be, if she showed up here. He gestures for Sylvia to follow him before turning and heading into the Coven, though he doesn't drop the conversation just yet. ]
This way. Have you looked into what the ceremony involves yet?
Great! I'd be pretty upset if you went back on your word, you know.
[ she follows him into the coven. he knows his way around; she doesn't, which is a sign that she should probably visit here more often.
at his question though, she hums a little. ]
Sort of. I asked a few bonded friends about the ceremony. Something about making vows and holding hands?
[ she follows him into the coven. he knows his way around; she doesn't, which is a sign that she should probably visit here more often.
at his question though, she hums a little. ]
Sort of. I asked a few bonded friends about the ceremony. Something about making vows and holding hands?
It's a good thing I never break a promise, then.
[ Hah, that's a joke that only he and a handful of people that aren't here will get. Saying it does make him feel a little weird, though...
Something he'll have to examine much later. For now, he'll stay focused on the task of guiding Sylvia through the Coven's halls. ]
That's the gist of it. The words don't seem to matter as much as the intent behind them.
[ Which is good, because Akechi didn't bother preparing anything fancy. Not when it comes to vows, at least. He pauses outside a particular that doesn't look any different from the rest, then finally offers his box out to Sylvia. ]
That's why I got this, instead.
[ Hah, that's a joke that only he and a handful of people that aren't here will get. Saying it does make him feel a little weird, though...
Something he'll have to examine much later. For now, he'll stay focused on the task of guiding Sylvia through the Coven's halls. ]
That's the gist of it. The words don't seem to matter as much as the intent behind them.
[ Which is good, because Akechi didn't bother preparing anything fancy. Not when it comes to vows, at least. He pauses outside a particular that doesn't look any different from the rest, then finally offers his box out to Sylvia. ]
That's why I got this, instead.
Ahaha, I trust you on that!
[ she will hold him to his promise. she's half-serious, because she doesn't think she's great at keeping her word herself, whether she means to break promises or not. she can't trust herself with anything anymore, but that's besides the point.
she's going to hold herself to a high standard when it comes to akechi, because she doesn't want to let him down. she doesn't trust herself not to but it doesn't mean she's not going to try. which is also why she, too, has a gift for him, though... ]
Oh-! For me?! Like, for the ceremony and everything?
[ she looks pleasantly surprised, but she takes the box with a wide smile on her face. then, she holds out the present she has for him as well. ]
I'll admit, I didn't get this for the ceremony! It was a thank you gift for afterwards, heh. But hey, this works too!
[ she will hold him to his promise. she's half-serious, because she doesn't think she's great at keeping her word herself, whether she means to break promises or not. she can't trust herself with anything anymore, but that's besides the point.
she's going to hold herself to a high standard when it comes to akechi, because she doesn't want to let him down. she doesn't trust herself not to but it doesn't mean she's not going to try. which is also why she, too, has a gift for him, though... ]
Oh-! For me?! Like, for the ceremony and everything?
[ she looks pleasantly surprised, but she takes the box with a wide smile on her face. then, she holds out the present she has for him as well. ]
I'll admit, I didn't get this for the ceremony! It was a thank you gift for afterwards, heh. But hey, this works too!
[ Akechi is pretty good at keeping his word... so long as he means to keep his word. But this time he actually does, even if there's a lot about himself he still isn't telling Sylvia. ]
I wouldn't say it's for the ceremony, exactly. You've heard that 'actions speak louder than words', right?
[ He turns his box over, then accepts the gift she's offering him. ]
I thought something like this would do a better job of conveying my intent.
[ The contents of the box are nothing special, but still thoughtfully chosen. It's a basic kit for maintaining weapons and armor, but the contents within are of high quality to make up for the simplicity of the collection. ]
I wouldn't say it's for the ceremony, exactly. You've heard that 'actions speak louder than words', right?
[ He turns his box over, then accepts the gift she's offering him. ]
I thought something like this would do a better job of conveying my intent.
[ The contents of the box are nothing special, but still thoughtfully chosen. It's a basic kit for maintaining weapons and armor, but the contents within are of high quality to make up for the simplicity of the collection. ]
[ she opens the box, grinning, and... ]
Weapon maintenance kit, huh? Is this your way of saying you'll fight by my side?
[ she laughs a little. she's teasing, but if that really is the case, she's happy with that. she seems really impressed by the quality of the tools in here, too. weapon maintenance is something she did back at home for her own gear -- granted, her gauntlets here are something she's still learning how to take care of, but she doesn't doubt she'll be able to with all of this. and if she learns how to use a sword, this'll be doubly useful!
the gift she gave to akechi is an assortment of black tea. they have different flavors to them, mostly fruit, but it shows that she's been observant of his preferences. ]
Thanks, Akechi. [ she smiles warmly at him. ] Seriously. I really, really appreciate this. It means...a whole lot.
Weapon maintenance kit, huh? Is this your way of saying you'll fight by my side?
[ she laughs a little. she's teasing, but if that really is the case, she's happy with that. she seems really impressed by the quality of the tools in here, too. weapon maintenance is something she did back at home for her own gear -- granted, her gauntlets here are something she's still learning how to take care of, but she doesn't doubt she'll be able to with all of this. and if she learns how to use a sword, this'll be doubly useful!
the gift she gave to akechi is an assortment of black tea. they have different flavors to them, mostly fruit, but it shows that she's been observant of his preferences. ]
Thanks, Akechi. [ she smiles warmly at him. ] Seriously. I really, really appreciate this. It means...a whole lot.
Sylvia, I hope you're well.
Did you know you were the only one to take me out for my birthday? I don't say this to make ill of my companions - they would have jumped at the chance, I think.
It was simply easier to accept the invitation from you.
Thank you. For being someone I can be comfortable around.
Did you know you were the only one to take me out for my birthday? I don't say this to make ill of my companions - they would have jumped at the chance, I think.
It was simply easier to accept the invitation from you.
Thank you. For being someone I can be comfortable around.
hiiiii dimitri!
this was super sweet of you to send to me! thank you so much, you really made my day! :D
i'll hang out with you anytime. even when it's not your birthday! i promise. i had a lot of fun learning about wine and cheese from you!
this was super sweet of you to send to me! thank you so much, you really made my day! :D
i'll hang out with you anytime. even when it's not your birthday! i promise. i had a lot of fun learning about wine and cheese from you!
I hope I can teach you something more interesting than wine and cheese. [here's where he'd type 'lol' or 'haha' if he wasn't an awkward medieval boy]
I'm happy you understand my gratitude, in any regard. I learn from you as well... though I've got a long way to go when it comes to 'loosening up.'
Do you have any suggestions for me?
I'm happy you understand my gratitude, in any regard. I learn from you as well... though I've got a long way to go when it comes to 'loosening up.'
Do you have any suggestions for me?
hey, that was plenty interesting! idk what you're talking about. :P
hmm? loosening up, huh?
well... the cirque mystique thing is still going on right now, right?
how about we meet up there in a bit and play some games? you know, do something a little different. something that doesn't require manners or propriety!
hmm? loosening up, huh?
well... the cirque mystique thing is still going on right now, right?
how about we meet up there in a bit and play some games? you know, do something a little different. something that doesn't require manners or propriety!
I suppose, considering how well curated the wine and cheese themselves were... [he remembers being bored when he was taught of it as a child...
but he always did like to eat the cheese]
Meeting and playing games sounds lovely - though I can't promise you that I'll be able to abandon my manners.
I'll... try, though. To act as casual as is appropriate. [oh boy this may be a lost cause already]
but he always did like to eat the cheese]
Meeting and playing games sounds lovely - though I can't promise you that I'll be able to abandon my manners.
I'll... try, though. To act as casual as is appropriate. [oh boy this may be a lost cause already]
that's okay!! as long as you have fun, that's all that matters! :)
worry about loosening up later, okay? it's better if it just comes naturally.
i'll see you there!
[ aaaand several minutes later, sylvia is waiting outside of the games area, next to the ring-toss. she looks like she's in a very, very good mood. she's rocking on her feet, back and forth -- seems like she's just full of energy!
and when she spots dimitri, she raises her hand up high and waves to him energetically. ]
Dimitriiii! Over here!
worry about loosening up later, okay? it's better if it just comes naturally.
i'll see you there!
[ aaaand several minutes later, sylvia is waiting outside of the games area, next to the ring-toss. she looks like she's in a very, very good mood. she's rocking on her feet, back and forth -- seems like she's just full of energy!
and when she spots dimitri, she raises her hand up high and waves to him energetically. ]
Dimitriiii! Over here!
[They've been putting off this conversation for far too long - they will admit they've been overwhelmed with everything happening, what with turning into a faun and falling ill. Life seems to have past them by.
But they Know what Sylvia's done, and they're...admittedly curious! They don't know Akechi, but they've no reason to question Sylvia's judgement. If she's Bonded with him, he must be at the bare minimum okay.
So it's time to get nosy.]
Hey, Sylvia, if you don't mind I'd like to ask you some questions?
But they Know what Sylvia's done, and they're...admittedly curious! They don't know Akechi, but they've no reason to question Sylvia's judgement. If she's Bonded with him, he must be at the bare minimum okay.
So it's time to get nosy.]
Hey, Sylvia, if you don't mind I'd like to ask you some questions?
[ sylvia's been busy with her quests and her part-time job, but she'll always have time for bailey! she's glad they seem to be feeling better, and there's a smile on her face when she answers their text message. ]
hey, bailey!
ofc! what's on your mind, pal?
hey, bailey!
ofc! what's on your mind, pal?
Well I was wondering... You and Akechi are Bonded now, right? What's it like?
yeah! i...wanted to tell you earlier, but you got sick. :( i'm really sorry!
but
it's going okay, we're actually pretty good about not letting each other in too much.
that sounds bad, haha, but idk! there's a lot of control on both sides, so it's better than i thought it would be. i'm glad our emotions aren't flying all over the place.
but
it's going okay, we're actually pretty good about not letting each other in too much.
that sounds bad, haha, but idk! there's a lot of control on both sides, so it's better than i thought it would be. i'm glad our emotions aren't flying all over the place.
Nothing to apologize for!!
I'm glad things are going well... How did you meet him, anyways? I'd say things seemed to have gone pretty fast but I don't know what's the standard for this...
I'm glad things are going well... How did you meet him, anyways? I'd say things seemed to have gone pretty fast but I don't know what's the standard for this...
great question!
we met when i first got here! pretty sure it was during the meteor shower. so...we've known each other for a few months now?
we talked and hung out quite a bit after that, then one day we went to get tea together and started talking about bonding.
he offered to bond with me, i thought about it for a little while and then went "hey, i'm cool with it!"
then the ceremony happened a few weeks ago.
idk, i don't think there's a "right" way to do it, you know?
we met when i first got here! pretty sure it was during the meteor shower. so...we've known each other for a few months now?
we talked and hung out quite a bit after that, then one day we went to get tea together and started talking about bonding.
he offered to bond with me, i thought about it for a little while and then went "hey, i'm cool with it!"
then the ceremony happened a few weeks ago.
idk, i don't think there's a "right" way to do it, you know?
oh hey shiro
it's my off day
sorry
[ yeah, because she took off from work, not because she wasn't scheduled. ]
it's my off day
sorry
[ yeah, because she took off from work, not because she wasn't scheduled. ]
[ Hmmm. Shiro's reply comes after a few moments, like he'd been trying to find just the right words... ]
I know texting styles don't exactly match up with how someone talks in-person, but...
You just seem a little off.
Then again, I might be reading into things too much, and you can tell me if I'm overstepping here.
I know texting styles don't exactly match up with how someone talks in-person, but...
You just seem a little off.
Then again, I might be reading into things too much, and you can tell me if I'm overstepping here.
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