[IC] Bunnies & Beasts

[Donut Look Now]

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Willow Estelle Kinsley

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Location: Rowan’s House - Denver, CO
Currently:
Fit

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“Hmm…” Willow absentmindedly play with the tip of her ear as she thinks it over. “She’d always save a sweet for me and give it to me before Halloween…” She only knew about Halloween since they had to clean the estate and prepare lots of food for a masquerade ball the Beowulf clan hosted. Her face falls as she remembers she didn’t receive one this last year and why that was.

[Visyn]

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Rowan Kimb

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Location: Rowan's House, Denver CO

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"Ah.. Then your birthday might be around Halloween." He smiled lightly, shifting a little in his seat with his eyes still covered. "Might want to check on the food? If you're done with your tail that it." He chuckled softly. Once he heard her walk away he let his hands fall and then stood up, taking the soft brush and brushing his own tail gently. He didn't worry about the hair dryer. Once he was done, he packed it all away and put it back in the hall closet.

[Donut Look Now]

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Willow Estelle Kinsley

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Location: Rowan’s House - Denver, CO
Currently: Cooking
Fit

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“Oh, right!” Willow hops to her feet, remembering she still needs to add the carrots and celery to the stew. Humming nervously, she lifts the lid off the pot, letting the hot steam blast in her fast, curling her hair slightly. The smell is amazing and her nose wiggles as she sniffs the air and her humming shifts to a joyful one. She adds the vegetables to the pot before giving it a good stir.

By the time Rowan finishes putting away everything, the vegetables have softened just enough that they’ll be perfect to eat. Willow adds some seasoning before tasting a little bit and she hums delightfully, doing a little celebratory happy dance on her feet. “Okay! It’s ready!” She shouts so he can hear as she goes rummaging through cabinets and cupboards for bowls and spoons.

[Visyn]

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Rowan Kimb

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Location: Rowan's House, Denver CO

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Rowan chuckles from behind her, pulling open the cupboard with the bowls. He brings down two and then grabs some spoons as well. He scoops stew into both bowls, setting the lid back on the pot and putting it on the warming burner so he can portion it for later. He then held the bowls and spoons and moved to the table. He served her first and then sat down on the opposite side. He smiled lightly. "It smells really good."

[Donut Look Now]

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Willow Estelle Kinsley

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Location: Rowan’s House - Denver, CO
Currently:
Fit

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Willow lets out a surprised squeak, not realizing Rowan had been right behind her. She looks up and watches as he grabs dishes and then serves both of them. She hovers behind him as he takes the food to the table, suddenly nervous that he won’t like it.

Her eyes are wide as she sits in the chair and waits for him to try it, but happy that he thinks it smells good. Even though it’s hidden under the large hoodie, her tail wiggles in a wagging motion.

[Visyn]

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Rowan Kimb

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Location: Rowan's House, Denver CO

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He scoops up some of the stew, blowing gently on it to cool it down. He then chews on the bite. He mulls it over, pushing it around in his mouth while he chews and then swallows it. His ears perk up lightly and he smiles wide. "It's really good, little one!" He goes to eat some more; scoop, blow, chew, swallow. That's the process and he's already finished by the time she's processed. He's already getting up and getting a second bowl and then sits back down.

[Donut Look Now]

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Willow Estelle Kinsley

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Location: Rowan’s House - Denver, CO
Currently:
Fit

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Willow beams at Rowan. “Oh, good!” She chirps watching as he goes for seconds. She scoops out some of the meat in her serving and adds it to his before she starts eating her stew. Her ears twitch as she eats her portion happily, glad that it has turned out so well. It’s not long before the two have had their fill and the rabbit starts gathering the dishes to clean them. Perhaps a habit from her days serving the Beowulf’s meals.

“I can make a list for ingredients if you want,” Willow says excitedly as she works. “That way I can make you food every day while I’m here.”

[Visyn]

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Rowan Kimb

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Location: Rowan's House, Denver CO

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Rowan stands, picking up the bowls before she can and moves to the sink. "I'll go shopping next week. We should have enough until then." He smiles lightly and washes the dishes lightly. He sets them on the drying rack and then moves to a cupboard and pulls out a couple pieces of tupperware. He portions the stew and then puts it into the fridge and goes to wash the pot as well.

[Donut Look Now]

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Willow Estelle Kinsley

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Location: Rowan’s House - Denver, CO
Currently:
Fit

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Willow makes a face as Rowan beats her to cleaning up, standing awkwardly in the middle of the room as he takes care of everything. “I could have done that.” She mumbles with a frown. She’s tempted to threaten him about his measuring spoons again, but refrains. He has yet to ask her more about Grant, or the Beowulf’s, or really anything since the close encounter at the bakery. Has he forgotten? Willow grabs a cloth and wets it so she can at least wipe down the table if nothing else.

[Visyn]

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Rowan Kimb

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Location: Rowan's House, Denver CO

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"Stop cleaning, Willow." Rowan moves over to her, stopping her hand. He takes the rag and lifts her chin gently, making her look up at him. "You aren't my slave.. You don't have to cook or clean ever again if you don't want to." His voice was soft, reassuring. He wasn't treating her like she was less than nothing to him; which is why he seems insistent on her not doing everything.

His hand cups her cheek gently. "You're safe now."

[Donut Look Now]

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Willow Estelle Kinsley

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Location: Rowan’s House - Denver, CO
Currently:
Fit

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Willow’s mouth pops open in a small ‘O’ as she looks wide-eyed up at Rowan. “I…” She feels her face warm as her heart thumps quickly against her chest. Her eyes gloss over as she realizes how badly she needed to hear that right now.

“Oh…” She hadn’t meant to fall into habits she’s had since she can remember, but now that Rowan has pointed it out… “T-thank you.” She says before smiling through the tears falling slowly down her cheeks. She steps closer to him and wraps her arms around his waist, hugging him tightly and choosing to hide her face in Rowan’s shirt.

[Visyn]

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Rowan Kimb

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Location: Rowan's House, Denver CO

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The larger wolf gives a soft chuckle and holds her close. His gently scents her again, only giving a small amount so as to not overwhelm her. He rubs her back while the other pets her hair gently. "Of course.." He just held her lightly. He hummed softly to her, hand resting on her back now and the other still petting her hair.

[Donut Look Now]

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Willow Estelle Kinsley

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Location: Rowan’s House - Denver, CO
Currently:
Fit

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Willow takes her time to just breathe and come to terms with everything, but also to help calm down her embarrassment for crying in front of Rowan. After a few moments, she pulls away and wipes her eyes before looking up at him again. Her nose wiggles as she recognizes his scent again. “I’m pretty sure I liked cooking for you though so… I’m going to do that again.” She smiles.

[Visyn]

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Rowan Kimb

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Location: Rowan's House, Denver CO

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Rowan lets her pull away and chuckles lightly. "Alright, but not all the time. I'll cook too." He reaches up, ruffling her hair, but gentler than usual. "I'm pretty beat and I have to get up early again like usual. So I'm gonna head to bed. Feel free to stay up or whatever. I think there's a remote around here for the tv." He starts to head towards the hallway.

[Donut Look Now]

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Willow Estelle Kinsley

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Location: Rowan’s House - Denver, CO
Currently:
Fit

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Willow shifts her weight from foot to foot with a small smile as Rowan talks, nodding her head to let him know she understands. “U-um, is it okay for me to stay behind while you work tomorrow? Just until we’re sure Grant isn’t hanging around?” She asks, placing her hands in the front pocket of the hoodie. “I liked working with you today, even if I didn’t really help.”

[Visyn]

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Rowan Kimb

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Location: Rowan's House, Denver CO

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He paused in the hallway, leaning over to look at her again. "Yeah, that's fine. But no cleaning.. Except maybe dusting." He stood straight and stepped back so he could see her. "Stay here as long as you feel comfortable and think about if you want to go to the sanctuary, alright?" He smiled to her. "Good night, little one. Remember, if you have nightmares, you know where my room is."

[Donut Look Now]

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Willow Estelle Kinsley

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Location: Rowan’s House - Denver, CO
Currently:
Fit

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Willow smiles as Rowan leans back. “No cleaning.” She repeats back to him with a reassuring nod, watching him as he steps back into view. His words are comforting to hear, but it doesn’t stop her from feeling like she owes the large man something in return. She nods her head earnestly though and returns his smile with a nervous one of her own.

“R-right.” She says in reply to his offer, feeling her face heat up as she remembers what happened earlier in the day. “Thank you.”

[Visyn]

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Rowan Kimb

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Location: Rowan's House, Denver CO

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Rowan gives her a wave and then disappears down the hall. His bedroom door clicks shut and then he dressing for bed. He climbs into it, putting his phone on the charger and then settled in his bed. He looked up at the ceiling with a sigh and rubbed his face quickly. "Gods.. Hopefully she'll be okay with whatever she chooses. I gotta come up with a plan tomorrow for either option.. Maybe the day after since I close the shop for the day.."

[Donut Look Now]

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Willow Estelle Kinsley

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Location: Rowan’s House - Denver, CO
Currently:
Fit

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Willow waves shyly back, watching him disappear from view before she puts a hand to her thumping heart. Now she just has to decide if she’s ready to go to sleep or if she wants to snoop. “You can snoop tomorrow.” She reminds herself while glancing at the television. She’d only ever caught glimpses of one while with the Beowulf’s. “Tomorrow.” She reminds herself again with a firm nod before going and turning off the lights.

Once in ‘her’ room, she swaps the hoodie for a camisole, not wanting to overheat in her sleep, and climbs into the bed. She hadn’t fully appreciated how luxurious the bed was this morning and quickly feels surrounded by comfort when she lays down. Her ears twitch happily as she falls asleep quickly.

[Visyn]

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Rowan Kimb

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Location: Rowan's House, Denver CO

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Rowan found sleep not to long after that. It was only 8pm, so he was pleasantly surprised when he sat up at around.. 2am, after checking his phone, to his door creaking open. He gave a noise, bleary eyes squinting at the dark at the bunny in his doorway. "Come here, little one.." He scooted over and pulled the covers back so she could climb into the bed with him, a yawn escaping him.