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[Genkai] Magical Drifting [Pascal]

Hey, I just want to let you know I haven't lost interest-- I have just been super stressed with work, and not really sleeping well at night. I hope to get my schedule under better control soon. Thank you for your patience!

[Genkai] Magical Drifting [Pascal]

“That’s alright. It is fortunate that he arrived when you were still here.” Rhys replied. She thought that Kieran was fine. He seemed a bit less invasive than Devon, though that might have been partially because of the way they met. She followed him up the staircase, and began to look over the titles alongside the mind reader. “Do you think that people in Yarlow are not interested in teaching?” Rhys asked, a little puzzled as to why it would be so tough. When Devon said that some mages were working on combining pairs of skills, Rhys raised her eyebrows in supplies. “I cannot imagine trying to master two skills. Is It something that you are trying to achieve? Like Mind and spirit?” She asked. Rhys was… more than a little oblivious to the idea that she could actually have to learn how to control two different things. She couldn’t even manage one of the elements right now.

“May I help you carry these books?” She questioned, holding out her arms. Have actual books in her hands that she didn’t have to try to sneak around and hide. She could actually sit somewhere and simply read. It was a thrilling idea, and she was actually smiling with excitement. “Thank you for helping me pick out books.” She said. “Do you have a preference for where I should start?” She asked.

“Do you think that Anabelle needs help, or should we step outside and have them meet us?” Either way, Rhys would soon find herself sitting in a comfortable place with one of the books propped up on her lap. She sat her bag by her side, and opened it briefly, pulling out her journal. She had offered to show Devon the drawing she had made of the tree. “Would you still like to see my new sketches?” She asked.

She passed him the journal when he was ready, and then opened up the first of the books he had picked out for her. She knew if she watched him looking over her sketches, she would find herself more worried about his reaction than she was thinking about the content that she needed to learn. The first passage in the book in her lap was about how the elemental magician was similar to and different from the rest of the magicians. It was an interesting read, and filled with things that she had never learned before. Though Devon hadn’t been around Rhys when she completed the most recent sketches, he might be able to tell that drawing helped her relax. Then again, so did reading. She was pretty relaxed, working her way through the first few pages before she came across a sentence she couldn’t quite decipher. “Devon, there are a few words in this sentence I don’t know… Can you tell me what this means?” She asked, interrupting the silence.

It was difficult for the girl to remain humble when she was used to being defensive, but she did her best to let her guard down a little and allow the man to help her. She pointed to the passage, rather than read it aloud, because she honestly wasn’t even sure how to pronounce the second word in the sentence. A recondite component of control of the elements is the very nature of nature; there is the cycle of the elements, as well as the cycle among the elements—accommodating cycles embedded within cycles, the pattern repeats onward and so forth through land and time.

Kieran only looked for books that were written in English, of course, and took his time browsing through the books to find one on beginning to heal. He was trying to find something that would walk her through basic meditation as well, so that she could control her ability, rather than using it on anyone who was hurt around her. He didn’t know about the small mishap with her mother before, but figured that such an event was likely with someone being untrained in their skills. He found a medium sized book that he thought would be good, and set that aside.

He found another on the history of their world, agreeing that it was good for her to see where being a healer fell in the grand scheme of magic and non-magic users. Finally, he went looking for a book on controlling energy. Though it generally fell more into the realm of a spirit mage, he knew that it would be imperative for her to learn to control her magic energy if she was going to stay here. He described each of the books and his reasoning for picking them, and then nabbed a book for himself to browse while she was reading.

“Would you like to read outside?” He asked Anabelle, having noticed that the other pair seemed to already be outside once more.

[Genkai] Magical Drifting [Pascal]

Hey, I just want to let you know I am out of town for the weekend. My computer access will be pretty sporatic. Thank you for your patience!

[Genkai] Magical Drifting [Pascal]

It was fortunate that Rhys was not in on Mahea’s negative ‘conversation’ with Devon. The woman acted like she knew Rhys’ life story, when they had both run away from their troubles. Rhys was completely unaware of their conversation, and was actually speaking politely with Kieran. Ana spoke up about walking around, and Kieran nodded quickly. “Okay. Yes, we can certainly do that. I thought that you might want to rest a bit after the traveling, but if you are feeling up to walking around, we can do that. And maybe get a bite to eat if your stomach feels settled.” Kieran offered.

Devon suggested that Ana go with him to the library to find texts on healing, and Kieran nodded in agreement that it was a good idea. He wasn’t going to have Ana go off alone with Devon—while he trusted the man, he didn’t think it was fair to pawn her off on someone else and leave. He had just brought her to this world, and he felt responsible for her. “I would love to come along. It has been some time since I have been able to peruse the library.” Kieran replied, shifting the bag on his shoulder.

“Would you like to join us?” Kieran asked, turning to Rhys. He wasn’t a mind reader, but he could sense her energy. He felt like she was not at all confident about her place, and he agreed with Devon that this woman was likely very important to fulfilling the prophecy that he had seen. Rhys needed to feel like she was a part of this group, like she had a place among other magic users.

Though Devon had asked the group if they were going to be attending, Kieran was right that Rhys needed a more explicit invitation. She hadn’t answered Devon’s initial request, but after Kieran asked, she bit her lip, and nodded. “Okay.” She said, largely because she knew that Mahea wasn’t going. “Devon told me that there was a nice library around here, but I wasn’t sure where it was.” Rhys admitted.

“We’ll show you where it is.” Kieran responded, gesturing for the rest of the group to follow. He led the way to the library, which was along one of the other main roads. Before they entered, Kieran wanted to tell Ana and Rhys a little more about the library. He opened the door to the large building, mentioning that they could read inside or outside, so long as they spoke to the librarian. “Her name is Urkwia. She is a mind reader, like Devon, and is in the know on basically everything going on, especially in Yarlow. If you have any questions, and we aren’t around, feel free to ask her.”

He knew that Ana was out of her comfort zone, so much so that she was in another world, but he felt like Rhys was as well, and didn’t want her to feel left out at all. “Urkwia! Are you around?” A small bell chimed as he opened the door, and though he could feel Urkwia’s energy, he called out more to be polite. The foyer wasn’t particularly large. The library had been built to be functional more than anything else. There was a staircase on either side, with a sign directing people towards the various topics in the library. On the main level there were books on agriculture, history, religion, and some other academic topics. On the upper level was most of the books on magic. The left staircase was energy and healing, and on the right there was mind reading and elementals. Along the back wall, the two topics met, along with books about politics and interactions between the various magic groups.

“So Ana, if we are looking for some books in healing, you will want to go up the left staircase. Rhys, books on elementals are on the right. Devon can you show her?” He asked, glancing over at his friend for confirmation that they could each play a role in helping train Rhys and Ana. Kieran thought that Ana might benefit from a brief guide on each of the topics, but he didn’t want to overwhelm her. Urkwia appeared a few moments later, finally appearing from the stacks on the floor. “We have a new healer and an elemental who need some guidance. Any books you recommend before we find them mentors?” Kieran asked.

[Genkai] Magical Drifting [Pascal]

Alrighty. I think I will have Rhys go with Ana and Kieran to the library--give Ana a chance to form her own opinion of Rhys.

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Edited and Bumped.

[Genkai] Magical Drifting [Pascal]

I know, a lot of my games have died off as well, which is very sad :(

Quick question, would ana go with devon? He offered, but I wasn't sure if she would go or if they would all wander off on their own, so i just wanted to check in with that.

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Quick Poke. Do we think that this is still going to happen?

[Genkai] Magical Drifting [Pascal]

When they reached Kieran’s world, he turned his attention to Ana quickly. This was no doubt overwhelming. He remembered when he had first gone to her world. It had been terrifying. “Of course.” Kieran said. He began to walk with them over to some benches near the courtyard. He felt his friend’s energy before he turned the other way to see him. “Devon!” Kieran greeted happily when he heard his name called out. He nodded to Anabelle and Mahea for a moment and then took a step to the side to address his friend.

“I did.” Kieran said. Devon introduced himself, and then gave another message to Kieran. It was interesting that Devon had run into an Elemental. Kieran turned his gaze to the girl as Devon told him that she was rough around the edges and needed training. When she straightened, Kieran recognized her immediately. The woman had never been clear in his dreams, but she was clear now. “Yes. That is her. Good find, my friend.” Kieran replied. The healer is from my vision. The young one. She doesn’t remember this place, and I am not sure if she was even born here… He said. Her green-ness was quite evident to both of the men. For his vision to come into reality, they would have a good deal of work on their plates. Neither of the women were ready to be completely involved in the war effort.

Rhys saw Devon leave a building and call out to the man who had just arrived, with two others. When Devon gestured to her, she quickly closed her book and got to her feet. She had been sitting for perhaps a little too long, and she stretched her legs as she walked over to the group, arriving as Mahea introduced herself and her daughter. Rhys nodded politely to the group, and Kieran introduced himself to the woman.

“I know.” Rhys said. “Devon talked about you during our journey here.” She said. The girl seemed polite, but Kieran could see her energy. She was on the verge, despite the apparent calm, it was like she could literally explode at any moment.

Mahea turned to Rhys, and said seemed kind, but in the same breath used the word dangerous to describe Rhys. Her energy flared, and the smile fell from her face. Rhys looked down, breathing slowly to keep herself calm. Kieran could sense her discomfort, and interrupted before Mahea made Rhys start a storm. “Much has changed in the time you have been gone, Mahea.” Kieran said. “Come, let’s go.” He said. “Thank you, Rhys, for joining us.”

Kieran spoke to Devon for a moment, confirming that one of the gardens he liked was still in bloom and safely within the walls. It was a nice garden, and it was hidden from the main flow of traffic through the town, which made it ideal for conversing. There were no benches, but trees that had been cut to make the buildings had provided stumps in clusters, and the ground was covered in smooth grass as well. Kieran gestured to one of the clusters, and brought over another stump so there was seating for all of them. “Ana, you should drink some water. It might help you feel a little better.” He said.

Rhys let the others start to sit, and sat afterwards, feeling a bit out of place. Clearly Devon and Kieran were friends, and Kieran seemed to be close with the other women as well. Devon probably didn’t feel uncomfortable around anyone, so it was likely only Rhys who struggled with interacting with…well, just about everyone.

Kieran began the conversation, addressing Rhys so that she could hopefully relax a little. “So Rhys, what bet did you lose to have to travel with Devon?” He asked, chuckling a little.

“I was working at a tavern, and Devon kept me from losing my cool. I didn’t have anything better to do, and traveling with another is always better and safer than traveling alone.” Rhys said. She avoided looking at the older woman, and while she didn’t say much about the details of their meeting, her point was made.

Kieran took it lightly, though, and nodded. “Well at a tavern, I can imagine you were faced with quite a challenge. Were you in Dunlil?” He asked, thinking about what towns were close. Dunlil was a large trading center, and their taverns were frequently known as places where fights broke out daily. He had never seen a table that didn’t rock there, or a chair that hadn’t been patched back together once more.

Rhys smiled, a surprising sight, and shook her head. “Nothing that bad. I was in Eromy. Staggering Knight Alehouse.” She paused for a moment, wondering if it would be better to name the brothel that sat beside it, but Kieran narrowed his eyes a little, seeming to make the connection on his own. “That’s next to the uh—“

“Yes.” Rhys answered quickly, keeping Kieran from having to blush, or having to finish his thought aloud.

“Very nice. Well, I am glad that you joined Devon, and I hope you like Yarlow.”

“I do. It has been wonderful for the last day. People are much less….judging.” Her gaze flickered to Mahea, and then back to Kieran, who pretended not to notice.

“I understand what you mean. I hope that we can bring that sort of understanding to the rest of the world as well.” Kieran finished tactfully, before turning his attention to Ana once more to ask how she was holding up.

[Genkai] Magical Drifting [Pascal]

I just realized that I have been writing Madea instead of Mahea. My apologies! I usually have the document on like 50% size that way I can keep the post on the right side of the screen at the same time, and the red squiggly line under the word made me think the h was a d. Sorry!