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Post by Presto Dupree on Mar 4, 2015 14:59:05 GMT -5
''I am NOT a little girl! I'm sixteen! And an adult! Just because I'm short doesn't mean that I'm a child! I'm going to blossom in to a beautiful beautiful woman with curves and everyone will be like 'WOW!' What happened to cute little Presto!?'' She scolded the older man- there was nothing that pushed her buttons more than being treated like she was a child. Never the less, she displayed her steadfast belief that she was just a late bloomer- she still had time to grow right? And actually start looking like a woman. The entertainer shot him another fiery glance. ''..I didn't need you to be in my fan club anyways..'' Presto pouted petulantly- and despite her previous fit, her childish nature was just becoming more apparent.
However, she wouldn't reject the offer of his arm. It was unsafe and cold, and she didn't want to risk being attacked by those awful marauders again. Clinging on wordlessly, being rather ashamed by her weakness, It was a little chilly out, especially in the petite performer's stage attire. During the walk to the inn, Kairu decided to initiate a conversation, which surprised her somewhat since he seemed like he wanted nothing to do with her. ''Why do I want to perform..? Well, its a tough question with many answers. I love singing, I love dancing, I love playing whatever instrument I can lay my hands on.. Its a funny story really, I discovered my love for playing in Cydonia when I was a kid. It was at a museum and I escaped the tour group and made a little attempt at the piano there... not that it went down too well. I guess its just my passion in life. How about antiques? Or is that just a job to help you get by?'' She inquired, speaking a lot more slowly than before- the scene was oddly tranquil and put her at ease.
Reaching a fountain, she instantly felt a song come to her. ''It's beautiful isn't it..? You don't mind if I sing do you..? This picture- I just want to take a picture with my brain and keep it forever...'' Inspiration came to her in a wave.
In the silent sky, I begin to pray....
Everything, from the past.. just swept away.
Remembering.... when all who have gone, are now lost.
Many dreams, many seasons I have seen..
Time has washed them away, just like the sea.
So many... fates and dreams... will become.. tragedies.
To change it all..
To wander wastes..
Visions of a future love, my only hope.
Such loneliness.. is worth the price.
I'll protect you with my life....
To- Damn it!''
She lost her trail of thought, her haunting and impassioned voice reverting to its usual high pitched perky tone. She turned on her heel to face Varian and giggled awkwardly. ''I-I'm sorry...'' She sighed.
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Post by Kairu Ao on Mar 4, 2015 17:28:29 GMT -5
Kairu smiled softly when she asked him about the shop, he spoke with a certain fondness for Relic and Oddities. "I don't know, it just feels like home I guess. I mean the old geezer was really good to me. Sorry about what I said earlier, it was uncalled for." Kairu listened to her voice as Presto began to sing, the words themselves brought a lot of Kairu's memories to the fore of his mind. Her voice really was beautiful, it cut deep inside him and moved his very being. When it was over he was lost for words, when she apologised however he blushed slightly embarrassed that he had not spoken sooner. "No don't apologise that was really beautiful." Kairu made his way over to the fountain, he looked at her for a moment. "You are an amazing singer." He looked back into the water, a clear reflection of himself stared straight back. A mischievous smile broke across his face, he thrust his hand into the water and as he brought it back he splashed Presto.
"Yeah right! Your singing was terrible." He pulled on his eyelid and stuck his tongue out giving away that he was winding her up, he burst out into laughter and leaped into the fountain send crystal like drops of water into the air. He grinned at her and held his arms wide open. "Best escort there ever was right?" Now he was the one showing a more childish side, he paused for a moment and looked at her. "Hey, would you sing for me?" It was a selfish and slightly over confident request, he did not intend on becoming like all her fans but there certainly was something breathtaking about this girl Kairu would not deny that.
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Post by Presto Dupree on Mar 7, 2015 3:39:07 GMT -5
''Old geezer? What old geezer?'' The young girl cocked her head quizzically, Presto recalled him saying that Joran was younger than him. It must of ran in Joran's family and not Kairu's. ''Hmph! Don't mention it~ Luckily for you I'm a kind hearted young goddess. I'll forget you said anything.'' The little performer winked, flirting with the wolf. It was oddly refreshing, being treated as an equal for once. The little performer was accustomed to being fawned upon by most people she interacted with. It made her feel slightly fuzzy when she received such a genuine, sincere compliment from Kairu. She was always a little bit apprehensive to sing sad and slow songs since she rarely did such a thing on stage. ''Terrible huh? It seems like my efforts spent on doing a private performance for you was wasted...How sad.'' Presto feigned sadness, pouting. The songstress narrowly avoided the splash from Kairu, and she giggled playfully. ''It's rare for me to sing for free but... alright~'' She adopted her singing stance. She decided to sing the next part of the song she was singing before.
''Constantly guiding despite the cost..
Hoping against fear when all is lost..
Pity not my destiny, no..
My sacrifice is worth this.
To change the world..
To alter time..
Visions of love, my only hope.
This loneliness is worth the price.
I'll protect you with my life.
This burden I must bear alone..
For many lives and more to come..
My loneliness is worth the price.
I'll protect you with my life.''
She took a deep breath after finishing the song. She sang with more confidence this time.
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Post by Kairu Ao on Mar 7, 2015 19:28:24 GMT -5
"Yeah, Joran's grandfather used to own the shop. He was kind enough to take some wandering stray in, that same stray has been there ever since." Kairu was of course referring to himself "That shop means everything to me, Kind of stupid huh? I mean it is just a building at the end of the day." He said that as if he did not believe it, to him it was more than just a building in some way he could not put into words. It was a treasure to him, he listened to her voice as she sang. He was mesmerized by it all the moonlit night, the serene street and the bewitching voice that sung to him.
"It is almost as if you were born to be a singer." Kairu said while applauding slowly, it was clear he was genuinely impressed. Kairu stepped out of the fountain and offered his arm up once more, he was concious of the time passing them by. "I should get you back, it is getting late." Once she had taken his arm he walked with her slowly, when they arrived to the street where she was staying Kairu stopped. He had one more question. "That song you sang, it seems like it has a story behind it am I right?" It was an unusual song for a start, the lyrics themselves however had been more so.
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Post by Presto Dupree on Mar 9, 2015 13:46:28 GMT -5
''Joran's grandfather huh? You must be pretttttyyy ancient then~'' A sarcastic, wry grin was written on her elegant features. Although, she soon adopted a serious expression once more. He seemed to be opening up to her a little. ''But that's not true at all! ..Everyone has things they hold dear...Just because it's a building or whatever doesn't mean everything.. I mean, I still hold on to this old piece of junk..'' Presto clutched her grandfather's amulet to her breast. ''It looks so tacky.. It doesn't even match my outfit at all...'' She smiled somewhat solemnly, looking back fondly upon that old fool. Today had reawakened quite a few memories for the petite musician.
''I guess you could say I was 'born to perform'.. Music runs in my blood.'' She span dramatically on her heel, emulating some kind of aloof heroine. Time had flown by- she was going to be even later to rendezvous with Crowley. ''Oh crap.. I lost track of time.. So what's your and Joran's history together anyway? I mean.. Did he take you off the street just because? Are you childhood friends or something? Maybeee.. I know! Your sworn rivals! Your reincarnated lovers who met through happen stance?'' The musician jibed. Presto linked her arm with the gentleman. ''Oh...? That song? I don't know really... Its really old.. I changed the lyrics a little. It sounds like maybe a story about a hero.. I'm not sure.. I'll ask Crowley later.'' She smiled jubilantly, forgetting their previous altercation.
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Post by Kairu Ao on Mar 9, 2015 17:44:33 GMT -5
Kairu had a wolfish grin on his face when she called him ancient. "Yeah I am older than even the hero king himself." Kairu jested back, she seemed to have quite the sense of humour which relaxed him somewhat. He smiled when he saw her looking fondly at the amulet, even she had a treasure of her own. "I think it suits you more realise." Kairu said softly, he began laughing when she came up with all the possible scenarios for how he and Joran met. She had a hell of an imagination too, when he managed to compose himself he answered her question.
"I never met Joran until after his grandfather passed away, I just ended up being handed along with the shop." Kairu once again had a fond smile on his face, he remembered the day he first met Joran. Kairu was a little disappointed that they had arrived at where she was staying. "Well, I guess this is it." He had enjoyed the walk and the conversation, it was clear on his face that he didn't really want it to end. "Maybe we could spend some time together again?" She was a famous idol he doubted that she would have room in her busy life to spend time with him, he asked her this anyway.
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Post by Presto Dupree on Mar 11, 2015 13:06:34 GMT -5
''Are you sure you shouldn't be selling yourself in that antique shop 'oh-ancient-one'??''
Presto continued with her endless toying of her beastman saviour, yet even the chipper and light-hearted girl found her cheeks fill with crimson at his next comment. ''Y-You think so..? It bothers me on stage but.. I guess it's sorta like a good luck charm? As stupid as that sounds. I mean, I guess its pretty old fashioned to believe in luck now.'' The songstress nodded, averting her gaze from the gentleman to the floor. Talking about her grandfather resurfaced many memories. Some she'd rather forget, and other where precious pieces of nostalgia to her- from the days spent endlessly screwing up on the piano until she perfected a melody, to the days of leaping about the study like a dervish in a mock battle. The musician's training was rigorous, but she had enjoyed every second of it, and it had taught her how to pursue the dream she was chasing.
''I never would of guessed that my hero was some hand me down. You guys seem like soooo close~ I'm kinda jealous.. I can't really reme-'' She was cut off by their arrival at the inn, and she realised her next sentence would probably be oversharing. Presto had never really had a 'friend' per se. The teenager had never had an opportunity to attend school with the other kids, or go out and play. Presto couldn't help but feel a little bit envious of Joran and Kairu.
''Of course!... if you give me a discount~ ehehe~ I'm kidding! I'm kidding! ..But seriously a friend discount would be nice. Kidding! Yeah.. well... thanks for saving me and walking me home, I appreciate it! Really! C'mere old chum~''She embraced the beastman one more time before skipping in to the inn with a wave.
/Presto exit
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Post by Kairu Ao on Mar 11, 2015 17:29:40 GMT -5
Kairu watched as she walked away, he was unsure if they would ever spend such time together again. The life of an idol was like the ever changing winds, it moved far too randomly for her to commit to anything that a normal social calendar would consist of. He felt sorry for her in some ways, it was an unforgiving world that she lived in. She seemed to suit it though, he smiled it was all far too much work for his liking. Kairu waited until she headed inside before he walked back to the shop whistling the tune of the song she had sung him, he looked up at the moon once more a wolfish grin spread across his face. "I hope that fate will see us meeting again Presto Dupree."
/Kairu Exit
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