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Post by ventix on May 1, 2018 23:01:23 GMT
Aluche raises an eyebrow to Jioni's statement. "Ahem..."
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Post by Kadeem on May 1, 2018 23:03:57 GMT
Jioni sits back at the table, very much not pleased.
"No offense to you, Aluche. This is just the sort of thing my mother warned me about."
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Post by Infynis on May 1, 2018 23:04:32 GMT
Erinna slowly came awake from Star's ministrations. At first she was confused, but that quickly changed to embarrassment as she realised what had happened. With her face beet red, she knelt on the floor before Princess Aluche, and began to apologise vehemently, "I am so sorry, princess! We have not even left on your journey yet and I have already failed you! I will understand if you wish me sent back immediately. I will see that the church sends you a more capable replacement. I am so sorry!"
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Post by darkoda on May 1, 2018 23:09:08 GMT
Berry watched the proceedings with a smile she did her best to keep somewhat under control, having gotten her hands on a large bowl of popcorn once they had gotten to the tavern. Well actually to be more specific, she asked for a bunch of the dried corn kernels in exchange for helping out the staff a bit later on, and she and Sunny were making a game out of pulling some popcorn popping tricks, Berry tossing the kernels up, a short spurt of fire popping them, and a convenient breeze having them float into the bowl or their mouths in fun patterns.
Hey, she had magic, she was going to have fun with it. That and she was also watching the soap opera play out with the Fairy and Dark representatives. She had no idea this was the kind of stuff that happened around nobles but she wasn't complaining about front row seats.
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Post by ventix on May 1, 2018 23:11:35 GMT
Aluche immediately responds by kneeling down and hugging Erinna. "I'm the one who should be sorry...I may have been caught off guard, but that's no excuse for me to lose control like that. I'm really glad you're okay, Erinna."
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Post by drallore on May 1, 2018 23:28:52 GMT
Azazel nearly blew a socket when Jioni brushed him off like that. Again, that sort of behavior was something he’d experience exclusively from members of his family. He never liked being ignored, unless he was stalking someone of course, and he certainly wasn’t about to accept that right now (primarily because he genuinely had no one else to talk to at that table, making him incredibly uncomfortable). Azazel walked up to Jioni, fists balled at his side
”You dare to . . . I mean. . . . I didn’t mean to . . . It’s . . .”
Now, despite their limited interactions, azazel was smart enough to read exactly what would and would not work on jioni. He knew for sure that his status as a prince really meant nothing to him. Furthermore, jioni wouldn’t respond to aggressiveness at all, which only infuriated him more
”ggggGGGRRRRR-FINE! I’ll get my own food! Happy?!”
Azazel marched off, was gone for a few beats, before marching right back, a little more red than before
”I don’t know where the kitchen is!”
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Post by Infynis on May 1, 2018 23:31:52 GMT
If it were possible for Erinna's face to go any redder, it did upon her receiving Aluche's hug. She was instantly silenced, but eventually managed to stammer out, "N-no, princess. It's my fault. I'm...I'm supposed to protect you..." She quieted again, which only let her focus on the fact that the princess was hugging her. Aluche could probably feel her heart pounding through the contact. She hastily pulled herself away, saying, "Oh...uh...the Braxius prince needs some food. I'll serve him!" That was her job after all. Kind of. And it would help with interkingdom relations! Yeah! That's why she was doing it!
Erinna got up clumsily, almost getting tangled in her billowing robes, before rushing over to Azazel and bowing her head, "Can I get you something, my lord?"
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Post by Kadeem on May 1, 2018 23:34:55 GMT
Jioni looked down at the boy with a withering glare, regarding him with mild contempt.
"If you require my help, then ask for it politely. And apologize for speaking to me the way you did earlier. If you do not, these will be the last words I say to you and the last time I acknowledge your existence."
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Post by drallore on May 1, 2018 23:36:10 GMT
A random girl suddenly bowed before azazel offering to serve him? Finally, a normal person. It felt like YEARS since he last met one of those
”Yes, thank you. I’m unsure what they serve here, but see if they have sliced honey roast with whatever passes for wine here. Otherwise I trust your best judgement on what’s of the highest quality”
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Post by Star / Kamille on May 1, 2018 23:37:44 GMT
Star shook her head at the chaos around her. Meowths. She was herding Meowths. She bit her lower lip holding back a laugh as she looked around, it reminded her of taking the children on her own to a noble banquet that Sioda wasn't feeling well for. Oh my heavens she remembered how Jioni had face planted in the chocolate cake, with a little help from a playful Hoshi. Sighing she decided to handle things as best she can, drawing in a deep breath and standing tall despite her average stature.
"ENOUGH."
First her alighted on her son as she spoke firmly, a gentle smile on her face despite the fact she was putting her foot down on the rambunctious children. "Hugging someone you haven't seen in awhile is fine Jioni, but you should always do so from the front so they have the chance to deny it in case it makes them feel uncomfortable. Your mother and I where friends for well over 5 years, and living together for at least four of them, before you really began forming memories. So we could recognize the others presence easily. But some people need special consideration, it's why I never hugged your father from behind, he was a bit jumpier."
Now her gaze flickered to the others, specifically Aluche and Erinna. She let them stew for a second before speaking. "You did nothing wrong but protect yourself Aluche, but you should know to be more careful with using your powers in a reactionary manner. You knew you were in a public setting, an area based response is inappropriate. Please be more careful dear, as you saw your new friend suffered the lapse of judgement. Nothing serious but a good reminder. As for you Erinna, you need to take a deep breath. I know its scary to start out on something new, but as long as you do your best thats what matters most and I can already see you're going to be fine. Just remember, deep breaths help. Now finally...."
Star rounded on Azazel, her smile dropping as she stared him down soundly. The mother tone was on in full measure. "Tantrums are not tolerated in public. If you wish to act like a child, are you sure you should be out in the world without supervision? My children were better behaved then you by 10, and you make me understand why Sioda cringes when she has to meet with Royalty. Go home and get your servants, or learn how to deal with people like an adult. The people who work in this shop and every other deserve respect and kindness, just the same as anyone else. If you need help, ask for it. But if you wish to throw a tempter tantrum, I suggest you rent a room and march yourself up to it before you do so."
Star shifted to smile a bit more warmly as her tone raised into a softer and warmer tone "Asking for help though is never a bad thing, you pay the workers in a tavern and request food. They'll serve you from the options available. Much like a palace chef is paid by the castle for cooking for you, except you have to interact with them directly and ask nicely."
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Post by Kadeem on May 1, 2018 23:46:34 GMT
After dealing with Azazel, Jioni was in no mood to listen to anyone else's negativity. He listened to his other mother with the respect due to her, but chose not to respond to her statement.
His expression darkened even further when Azazel took to ordering Erinna. "Just be aware, Prince Azazel, that if you go forward with allowing her to serve you then I will go forward with removing you from my consideration."
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Post by drallore on May 1, 2018 23:51:41 GMT
Right after what azazel assumed would be the last of this issue, what wi5 someone finally being ready to serve him, he suddenly got heavily berated by both jioni AND star. The lecture from Star was stern, something powerful he had never experienced before. It would have been enough to move him, but it was what jioni had said that pushed each of Azazels buttons. Being ignored forever? The thought was horrifying. Azazel could not accept that. He didn’t know why it mattered so much to him, but it did.
”Jioni I’m . . . I’m . . . .”
He hung his head, speaking meekly
”I’m . . . Sorry . . . I . . .um . . . “
And with that, azazel decided to just walk out of the tavern. Not because of the drama mind you. He said had way darker arguments with his sister on a daily basis back in braxius to Ben bothered by that. What made him move was saying the word, “sorry”. If his retainers had been there at the time, it would have been recorded by pitch black ink and taught in braxian schools for millennia, the infamous day prince azazel finally said “sorry”. It made him physically ill to be that vulnerable, and so, he simply left, opting to head out to the darkest part of the closest forest he could find. Perhaps he would approach this venture solo for a while.
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Post by Star / Kamille on May 2, 2018 0:09:07 GMT
Star smiled brightly at Azazel's apology and even as his steps began to lead him towards the front door, she stepped in his way and motioned towards the chair he had just left with a soft look. She had a bit of pride in her gaze, she always enjoyed watching someone grow a little and even if he wasn't her child.... well it took a village to raise a child. Mindful of her words to Jioni she spoke gently "Would you mind terribly if I hugged you? Your apology was wonderful, I'm sorry for being stern with you. It's the mother in me."
Her smile slipped slightly at the way it was obvious Azazel's body tensed at the idea and sighed, wondering just how little touch he had in his past. Coming from a family like Star's it was horrifying, and so she carefully guided him. The only touch she forced on him was a warm hand on his shoulder he could easily shrug off, a gentle stroking and a smile as she helped direct him back to his chair.
"A sincere apology is a wonderful thing dear, It may not be my place to say it but I'm proud of you for realizing that. Come sit with us, catch your breath and join us for dinner. I understand much like Erinna the world is a bit scary especially when on your own, but learning how to get along with others will only make it easier."
Star gave his shoulder a gentle squeeze and calmly took her seat. Unlike the others once she was sitting she respectfully waved over a waitress and waited until they had time to deal with the large group, showing by example the proper way for Azazel to beckon someone over when he was ready to order.
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Post by Kadeem on May 2, 2018 0:10:55 GMT
Alarm spread across Jioni's face, he hadn't meant to upset the boy that much. As Azazel tried to walk away, Jioni rushed over to embrace the younger boy just after his aunt had finished talking to him.
"Hey...don't go. I like having you around, you amuse me every now and then."
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Post by drallore on May 2, 2018 0:37:41 GMT
Azazel was initially very scared when star stood in front of him. He had just processed a whole new emotion he never experienced before (guilt), and was going to go an try and figure out what had just happened. He was certainly in no mood to be reprimanded once more. However, she proved to be kind in intent, saying needlessly nice things, the likes of which azazel never heard before. The offer of a hug definitely put him on edge, but it seemed stars intuition was on point, as she accommodated to it very well. Jioni . . . Not as much. The second azazel felt jionis ironclad trip he tensed a proper curve down his spine, preparing to retaliate with every spell in his arsenal, but was able to process it well enough before doing so. Azazel was still uncomfortable though. This whole guilt thing made him feel like he didn’t deserve the affection the two were showing. He couldn’t quite tell if he didn’t want then hug because it was a gross display of affection, or if it was because he wasn’t ready to be ok with what he did, and more importantly, who he was
”I-I thought you were never going to give me a second thought! And h-hated my royal standing?! What the hell happened to all that?! And why do you have to touch EVERYBODY?!”
He sniffled. Physical contact is hard, especially when your whole combat style is designed to never let anyone touch you
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Post by Kadeem on May 2, 2018 0:45:35 GMT
Jioni let go of him and squatted in front of the smaller boy so he'd be at eye level.
"Because I hurt your feelings, and that wasn't my intent. So this is my way of apologizing."
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Post by darkoda on May 2, 2018 1:09:44 GMT
Berry had actually stopped the popcorn tossing, mostly to stare at the extra drama tossed into the scene, complete with a priestess using a Mom voice and Jioni kneeling like a prince about to propose or -
Berry barely bit back a squeal, her imagination thoroughly running away with her with thoughts of an actual proposal, wedding, honeymoon.....
"Jioni's definitely going to be the top of that pair." She muttered.
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Post by drallore on May 2, 2018 1:10:39 GMT
Azazel was very confused. First he thought he went too far, then he was feeling new feelings, then he hated himself for doing what he did, then OUT OF NOWHERE this was happening. He was feeling a mix of irritation, yet relief, and it was all overwhelming, He wiped some tears that he totally wasn’t crying due to all these new developments, trying to stifle some hiccups and sniffles.
”You didn’t hurt my feelings. I hurt yours. Evil prince and all that right? . . . I really want to eat something but I don’t know how . . .”
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Post by ventix on May 2, 2018 1:13:52 GMT
Now kiss! Kiss ya daft fools! M-Malvasia! Wot? Don' tell me ya ain't hoping for the same. W-Well...I suppose it would be...just a little bit exciting...
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Post by Kadeem on May 2, 2018 1:15:10 GMT
Jioni laughs, standing and ruffling Azazel's hair.
"My feelings hurt? Not in the least. You were just being an ass and you needed to know that I didn't like it. To be an evil prince you'd actually have to be evil so that's a thing. Now, let's go find you some food."
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