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Post by Vaneera on Jun 30, 2020 3:52:59 GMT -5
The situation had turned out pretty wild, all things considered. First, it was a situation in which both of their lives were in danger. Then they were just thankful to have gotten out of it by the skin of their teeth... But now it felt like a happy atmosphere. Sure, Vaneera was worried about how Skuld would react, but... Being able to get Lauriam's mind off of everything that happened before so he could just appreciate the present was a nice feeling in itself.
He was also willing to make a deal, about how he wouldn't explain Vaneera's use of Lux today... As long as he didn't say anything about the power he used in turn. "You're dealing with a lot, huh? Yeah. I can keep it quiet for you. She'll definitely want to know you're okay, though."
Vaneera then responds, willing to go through with the deal he had suggested. He then began to explain what was going on earlier, with that strange creature -- apparently it was a Nobody, and quite a strong one at that.
"If I can offer a suggestion... Try not to be afraid of your power. It's true that it can be dangerous. And every possible explanation inside and out might be to never use it."
She'd then comment, looking at the glowing gauntlets she was still left with.
"... But strength isn't inherently evil or wrong. You need to learn to use it the right way. If using it all at once is too much, then hold it back. Use just enough."
Vaneera then adds, perhaps she wasn't really in the position to give advice like this... But a lot of people, Skuld included, gave her very good reasons to not use that power until she learned to control it. It's why she had to apologize earlier. Lauriam seemed to have similar thoughts, as he then questions if she's really alright.
"Yeah, I'm fine. It was so difficult this time because it was the second time I called out my armor -- but the first time I tried to use just a little bit of it.", she pauses for a moment. "It's harder to control than I thought..."
Still, she didn't seem to be struggling so much with it now... Thankfully.
"Still, I suppose you're right about the lack of balance. My first Master, Blacknore... He strengthened the Light inside of me. He was trying to make me into the ideal Keyblade Wielder. One with far greater power than ever before."
She'd then calmly pull back the red hood that obscured her face -- pale as a ghost, and glowing blue eyes.
"It's why I look like this... I don't think it's so bad, though. It's let me save a lot of people."------ Lauriam
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Post by Lauriam on Jun 30, 2020 4:31:46 GMT -5
Talking with someone like this felt nice. Had he really become this anti-social over the years? He used to be so happy and caring. Well, time changes people. And bad memories… he shook his head slightly, trying to pay attention to Vaneera. She was willing to accept his deal, a little smile appearing on his face. It was nice of her to keep it to herself for now. Some might use this opportunity to betray him later, but she didn’t seem to be this kind of person. Vaneera stated however that he shouldn’t be scared of his power. He frowned slightly, a sad expression now forming on his face.
“I am not scared of it. I am…”, he started, trailing of with the last words. No, he wasn’t scared of his darkness. He was afraid of Skulds reaction to it. They had been taught that darkness was evil by their masters and he had been touched by so much hatred. It will make her sad…
“This is complicated.”
He decided to stay quiet for now and listen to what she wanted to tell him. Vaneera decided to share the story of her light with him, the assassin watching her as he used the time to recover. So she was not born with this light, instead it was forced on her? He saw her face clearly for the first tike, as well. How could someone turn her into this? … he knew the answer. It was always about power. It always has been.
“… I am sorry.” The poor girl. She stated she didn’t hate it, but maybe she was lying to herself about it. A sigh would escape his lips, blue eyes looking at hers. It was time for a change of subject.
“we didn’t have the chance to introduce each other. What is your name? I am Lauriam. “
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Post by Vaneera on Jun 30, 2020 5:20:44 GMT -5
Lauriam insisted that he wasn't afraid of his power, but more that he was uncertain of how Skuld would react to it. Yeah... That was a difficult thing to approach. But there was really only one way to do it. "Scary as it is..."
She'd begin her response, now looking over at him. "It'll hurt more if you don't tell her, and she finds out some other way. The sooner you can tell her what happened, the better. That's not my call, though. So I'll let you decide when you're ready. Just take it to heart, okay? She's your friend, and she'd want to help shoulder your burden."
A little bit of irony, that. She struggled with being able to tell Motet that she needed help now and then... But, that's why she needed to get stronger too. So that one day, Motet wouldn't have to worry. Still, without even realizing it, the atmosphere had turned kind of heavy again, especially with Lauriam apologizing about the state of affairs that Vaneera found herself in.
In response, Vaneera lets out a genuine laugh. Unlike before when she was putting up a brave face...
"Hey, it's not all bad. I get to be like a Hero straight out of a Fantasy! There's a rush I get out of charging into battle to help people. Tonight was no different."
The red-haired girl then smiles softly.
"I'd like to become a new kind of Keyblade Master and Foreteller. One that can make wishes happen. That's the kind of Hero I'd like to be."
Having said that, she then looks up to the night sky. Even now, the unnatural glow of her eyes were apparent... But they didn't look pained. They were hopeful.
Eventually, Lauriam decides it's time to for them to introduce each other. As a result, the younger Keyblade Wielder returns her gaze to him.
"Well, Lauriam! It's nice to meet you. I'm Vaneera!"------ Lauriam Notes: Vaneera was raised to be a "Foreteller of Light" by Blacknore. She has learned a little bit about the actual Foretellers from Skuld, however.
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Post by Lauriam on Jun 30, 2020 6:12:08 GMT -5
Lauriam felt like he was slowly recovering. He could at least move again and carefully tried to sit up at least. He managed to do so, taking a deep breath of fresh air and moving a hand through his pink locks. The dandelion tilted his hand slightly at Vaneeras opinion on the matter. He hated to admit it, but she was right. He had to tell Skuld… but it was hard. He had seen how horrified she was when she had heard that he was no longer the man he used to be. She was afraid of it.
“I know.”
He sighed, closing his eyes and thinking about all of this for a moment. It was actually pretty sad that he had to hide this from her. He was.. Just worried about Skuld. Well, Vaneera seemed I enthusiastic, talking about her power with pride almost. She had a dream of becoming a hero. It was a dream many in her age shared, but did she not know the downside of it? It almost felt naiv to him. Like she was only living in the present… well, she was still a kid. He would smile at her softly, letting her have her moment, until she said something that immediately smacked the smile from his face. Foretellers… that word alone let pictures of destruction and death move through his mind. His heart hurt by the memories, his hand moving to his chest to cover it.
Her name was Vaneera.. A beautiful name, but these memories… his eyes seemed to lose focus, as he tried to sort those strong feeling he was getting. One of them was particularly strong. Hate. Oh, this hate had not stopped to exist.
“A foreteller… who told you about them. Was it Skuld?”
His voice was no longer soft as he spoke. It was filled with bitterness and anger, just like his eyes.
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Post by Vaneera on Jun 30, 2020 6:30:12 GMT -5
At least Lauriam seemed to understand that he did have to talk to Skuld about this. That was good. She really didn't want to try and have to persuade him to come around to the idea. It was a very personal matter, but one that needed addressing nonetheless. If he had decided to clam up about it, well, she would have just had to leave it be. Even if it could have damaged the relationship he had with Skuld. Thankfully, it didn't come to that.
"Good.", Vaneera responds in a simple manner. Not much more needed to be said about that. Lauriam needed to come to terms with it on his own time.
That being said... The pleasant conversation does take a turn. Something that she had said seemed to have shaken Lauriam to his very core. It could be seen in his eyes, and it could be heard in the tone of his voice. He wanted to know where she got her information in regards to Foretellers... From what she could piece together, it seemed like he had a reason to hate them.
"Well... I don't know where Blacknore got the idea for the title. But it's apparently to do with some prophecy that he had found and deciphered."
She clears her throat as she prepares to recite it.
"Darkness shall become overwhelming. Worlds will be overrun. Life will be lost, and the Light shall dim. But one day, a Hero will be born. They shall strengthen the Light, and wield a Keyblade like no other. Rejoice, for it is the Foreteller of Light. They will stride against the Darkness. They will reclaim the lost worlds, and the enemy of life shall be purged."
Vaneera finishes the prophecy... Certainly sounded ominous, but obviously intended to be a hope that one day, the means of fighting back will appear.
"... Master Blacknore thinks that I could be that Foreteller. Apparently I was born with an immense capacity for Magic and the Light. It's why he immediately set about refining me into a Keybearer. He's taught me everything I currently know."
She then pauses for a moment, carefully considering the fact that Lauriam was so upset by this.
"... Skuld told me about the other Foretellers, ones from a long time ago. But she always tells me that I shouldn't be like them. It seems like it's hard for her to talk about it any further than that..."------ Lauriam
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Post by Lauriam on Jun 30, 2020 8:31:09 GMT -5
I am coming for you. Please wait for me.
Vaneera has gotten the hint that Lauriam was angered. He knew that she didn't have anything to do with the murder of all those children back in the war and he knew he shouldn't be like this in front of her. This hatred... it had been such a fuel for him and his heart for a very long time. Maybe there was more of Marluxia left in him than he had thought. She spoke about someone or something called Blacknore and he didn't like what he heard. They had found a part of the prophecy? Of course people would feel like it was their job to find this hero. And for what? To use him or her, of course. It was always about profit. Oh, how he despised them. Vaneera proved that they had really found the old prophecy about the keyblades, quoting every line perfectly translated to him. She must have heard that so many times. What had they told the girl? That she was the chosen one? That this was her destiny? To become this hero? They had planted dreams in her... only to have more control over the girl. It.. It... it was driving him mad. She had nothing to do with all of this, but they had to make it their business.
The frown on his face deepened, his hand balling into a fist, fingers digging into the sand under him slightly. “So... This Blacknore has a keyblade? How did he get Lux into his hands? Such pure light has been almost extinct from what I know.”
Keep calm... don't scream at her. It is not her fault.
He put a hand on his face, massaging his temples as he tried to calm down. He knew who to blame for all of this and.. he just wanted to punch something to get his frustration out. No, he couldn't do that... he was meant to keep himself under control. “Skuld... knows what the Foretellers did. So do I. If you'd know what they did, than you wouldn't want to be like them. It's.. it's...” He was stuttering now. God, having a heart proved to be problematic in situations like this. As Marluxia, he would have bluntly said it to her face, no reaction on his body as he talked. As Lauriam, it all had a deep impact.
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Post by Vaneera on Jun 30, 2020 9:05:47 GMT -5
Lauriam seemed to be trying to keep himself from boiling over with rage. She could see the telltale signs. Even the action of him closing his hand tightly into a fist didn't escape her notice. Though it only served to confuse Vaneera... Everyone seemed to have this kind of reaction. Skuld did, so did Terra, Motet too. And now Lauriam. Eventually, the man does ask where Blacknore was able to get his hands on Lux, as well as whether or not he had a Keyblade....
"No, he doesn't have a Keyblade.", she is able to confess straight away.
"But he did find many writings about them, and decided that it was time for such legendary weapons to return. Because we needed them more than ever.", she then pauses for a moment.
She needed to consider how to explain this in a way that it would make sense. "Blacknore... Isn't from this world. I haven't learned everything, but he has told me a lot about his past. His world was overrun by the Heartless, and he was the only survivor. Magic was commonplace in his world."
Vaneera finally begins to explain.
"It was his gift with magic, his talent with the Light, and his sheer force of will that allowed him to keep fighting, and push on through the Darkness. He was left drifting between worlds, but he never gave up... Eventually, he ended up here. It was an entirely alien world to him. But he came to understand it, and soon determined it to be the best place to stage all critical operations."
She pauses for a bit once more, allowing Lauriam to digest this information, as there was a lot to go through.
"He came to view this world as his home. Though he misses where he originally came from... He hasn't given up. He intends to take back every world that is lost. To save all the ones in danger of being lost, too. But something in his heart told him that he wasn't the one that could do it. So he set about finding the one that could."
Vaneera then smiles lightly.
"He found me when I was still a baby. And I have been prepared and training for all of this ever since."
Vaneera's smile then fades, as she looks back to those armored hands of hers once more. She raises them slightly, bringing them into better view.
"... I know the power is dangerous, and even unnatural in some aspects. But you saw it earlier, right? So many Heartless in one place... And I've spent all my time fighting them. It doesn't seem like I've even made a dent in their numbers."
She then grips her own hands into fists, her expression slowly becoming more determined.
"Everyone says I shouldn't do this, or that I should be more worried. But I'm not going to run. I will face my destiny... The Light needs me. I believe that."
She then sighs lightly, looking a little less tense as Lauriam then explains why Skuld acts the way she does about the Foretellers.
"I'm not going to be like them. I can promise that to you, and to Skuld."------ Lauriam
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Post by Lauriam on Jun 30, 2020 13:12:35 GMT -5
I am coming for you. Please wait for me.
Lauriam was different than Skuld. Well, they have both been Dandelions and they have both been through a lot, but Skuld was not betrayed like he was. He remembered that painful smash through his heart when he learned that... his sister...
Vaneera started talking about this stranger. She talked and talked and Lauriam just listened, though it was not with full attention. The memory of his sister was pleaguing him. Memories of an other time where he was happy, taking care of the only family that was left to him. His little sister was always cheerfull and he loved mocking her, but he always cared about her. Such a kind-hearted person.. she was everything to him.
Blacknore... he wanted to believe that he wasn't a bad person, but Lauriam's memories screamed at him, that it was a lie. That this man was using her. He had taken her when she was a baby and kept pushing his believes on her, telling her she was a chosen one. Blacknore couldn't know that she really was this person and it would crush her, would he be wrong. Lauriam knew that there was one person the prophecy could be talking about... and it was not her.
"Everyone says I shouldn't do this, or that I should be more worried. But I'm not going to run. I will face my destiny... The Light needs me. I believe that. I'm not going to be like them. I can promise that to you, and to Skuld."
He wanted to say something to her. Tell her it wasn't her destiny. Tell her that she doesn't know anything about what it meant to be a keyblader. People with a keyblade always died. Bad things happened to them. The amount of feelings he experienced hurt. It pained him deeply. He started to sweat, feeling it drip from his face. Why couldn't he move? Why couldn't he answer her? He couldn't just crush her dreams like this. He opened his mouth, trying to breath. Was he losing it? Was it all the stress? Has his body reached it's limit? It felt like he was going to pass out.
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Post by Vaneera on Jun 30, 2020 13:47:46 GMT -5
Vaneera had ended up getting so lost in her explanations that she didn't realize that the conversation had gotten one-sided at first. Though it soon dawned on her that Lauriam wasn't responding... And when she looked over at him, she could tell that he was really starting to lose it now. Almost in a bit of a panic, Vaneera would get out of her seated position and crawl over to him, placing her hands on his shoulders.
"Hey, hey! Breathe! C'mon, don't lose it like this when we're in the clear!"
She'd then say to try and get through to him. He needed to be snapped out of this. He was already running on fumes after the battle earlier, if this kept up he'd just go right along and pass out!
"Do I need to heal you again? Just give me any kind of signal if you need that!"
... It ended up being lost on her that she wasn't even really paying attention to the armor anymore. But miraculously, it still wasn't spreading. It remained exactly the level it was, and she didn't appear to be any worse off for it now. Instead, all of her concerns were on Lauriam. At this rate, he might actually hit his limit...
If that did happen, she'd need to think pretty fast. He'd need a proper place to rest.------ Lauriam
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Post by Lauriam on Jun 30, 2020 14:11:25 GMT -5
I am coming for you. Please wait for me.
Lauriam had always been the strong on. When he was chosen by the keyblade, he immediately showed great talent for it. He was skilled with the sword and didn't have any problem with the heartless. He was always fast to finish with his lux-gathering and spend the rest of the day napping in the flowerbed outside of the city. Strelitzia always came to him, once she was finished teasing him about his sleep-rhythm. Strelitzia had always looked up to him and he had always done his best to teach her and guide her. These memories returned to him right now and it was a lot to take. in.
He felt that Vaneera was talking to him, the touch of her gloves on his shoulders as she tried to snap him out of his condition. She was trying to keep him awake it seemed, asking him if he needed healing. She was in bad condition herself.. she shouldn't be doing this. She was ignoring her own body again. She was panicking from what he could make out. He didn't want this to happen, really. He didn't want to drag anyone into all of this. He had his own mission that would change anything. He had to pull through all these trials and all these battles to save the worlds. It was his duty.
“I... I... am... sorry.” He was apologizing to her, hoping she would understand. Lauriam had not wanted to be so unfriendly to her. It just happened when he heard about the Master and the Foretellers. It wasn't her fault, it really wasn't. Lauriam was just exhausted.
“I'm just.. tired...”
Aaaand there he went. He passed out right in front of Vaneera. Who could blame him though? Many would have gone to the land of dreams already after that use of Mana. He may have big goals but he was a human like everyone else. Even he had to stop at some point.
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Post by Vaneera on Jun 30, 2020 14:44:13 GMT -5
Lauriam just started apologizing again. Which... In this kind of situation, didn't really help the panic one had. "Hey, now... You don't go apologizing in this kind of condition, you know that, right?", she'd respond.
He definitely looked like he was out of it. Lauriam did manage to say one more thing; that he was just tired... Before promptly passing out right in front of her. "Hold on!"
Well... So much for trying to get him to stay conscious. He was out cold now. Vaneera takes a few deep breaths. "Okay... Focus. Remember your training."
Start simple. Vaneera reminded herself that she used healing magic earlier, so he shouldn't be physically injured now. But she would give him a once over in that department just to be sure. Next. Check for a pulse. Little bit tricky with her armored hands, but... Yeah, he's still got one.
Last thing, make sure he's still breathing... Vaneera would make sure to check that as well. Last thing he needs is oxygen deprivation.
"All good there... So he might have pushed his mana reserves too hard."
Vaneera was essentially just talking to herself right now, trying to keep herself from outright losing it. But after working all of that out, she does know that the best place she can take him now is Blacknore's Facility -- he's the only expert on Magic in this whole city. At least, as far as Vaneera is aware.
It'll have to do. She proceeds to pick Lauriam up.
"Surprisingly not that heavy..."
She'd comment. Maybe it was because she was a Keyblader? Or because of her armor? Whatever the case was, at least this wouldn't be too difficult. Anyway, it was time to get moving! That in mind, she'd start on her way back to the city proper, and especially to the aforementioned Facility.
The trip didn't take too long. It was night, so most people weren't on the streets right now -- and the ones that were, they were checking out all the fuss around the Plaza right now. Small blessings, in this case. It'd be quite the odd sight otherwise.
Eventually she carried Lauriam into the interior of a structure that looked like it was something straight out of science fiction. This place was cutting edge even for San Fransokyo. Not very surprising once you knew the kind of man that Blacknore was. The Staff there were ready to greet Vaneera for another job well done, only to find that she was carrying someone.
"Who's he? What's wrong with him?"
One of them asked, Vaneera kept her pace, but they also started walking with her, so she could actually respond to them.
"He was in the battle with me. I think he might have used too much Magic. I need to take him to Blacknore, is he in?"
The young Keybearer asks, and the Staff member nods in response.
"Yeah, he's eager for the report."
Now knowing that someone was here that could help, she'd immediately take Lauriam to Blacknore. The mysterious Archmage seems a little surprised at the unconscious guest. But assumes that if Vaneera brought them all the way here... There was a very good reason.
"We're going to the infirmary. Can you still carry him?"
He'd ask, and Vaneera gives a nod in response. Just like that, the two maintain a brisk walking pace through the halls, finally ending up in the infirmary, where she's able to place Lauriam on one of the beds.
Blacknore then begins his examination of the patient. "Give me details, Vaneera."
Vaneera snaps to attention.
"Yes, Master! He shouldn't have any physical injuries, I healed him. I don't recall his Heart being taken or damaged either, he was conscious one second, and out like a light the next. I think he pushed himself too far with his Magic."
Upon receiving that examination, Blacknore gives a small nod.
"Right. Bedrest should be plenty to resolve this, but just to play it safe..."
He would calmly hover his hands over Lauriam, and then begin to transfer some of his magical power over. Enough so that he's not literally running on zero. He'd still need time to recover the rest, but that should help...
"He'll be alright?", the red-haired girl asks.
The man simply gives a nod.
"Now we wait."------ Lauriam
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Post by Lauriam on Jun 30, 2020 15:02:41 GMT -5
I am coming for you. Please wait for me.
Lauriam didn't know what had happened after he passed out, but he had a dream. A dream about what he assumed to be memories? But like when he was awake, they were all foggy and twisted at many points. He remembered himself laying in a bed of flowers, watching the clouds pass by. He remembered talking to Skuld, Brain and Ephemer, laughing with them. He could also remember the day Brain showed them those little helpers he had created, for what ever reason THAT memory would pop up. Well, he remembered how Skuld squealed when she saw that cat with those big eyes. It was adorable and he couldn't have helped to chuckle at that. Even with everything happening, they were still thinking positive.
Lauriam was pulled out of his dream by his body slowly recovering however, a groan escaping his mouth half an hour after his arrival to the facility. His eyes slowly cracked open, trying to adjust to his surroundings. He was no longer at the beach, that he could tell. He felt something soft under him and two shadows watching him from above. Where was he? How long had he been out? God, this was embarrassing. He had not fallen unconscious for some years, the Dandelion assumed. Not like he could recall much about his time between the Organization and being a Dandelion. Well, he could make out the face of Vaneera pretty clearly with those blue glowing eyes, but who was that man next to her? Was it maybe her Master.. what was his name again? Blacknore? The wizard she had told him about? Right... that's when he passed out. She was telling him about her goals and all.
He was still exhausted, but he was no longer knocked out by it, so that was an improvement. “.... Vaneera? And you must be..”
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Post by Vaneera on Jun 30, 2020 15:17:01 GMT -5
There was a lot for Lauriam to take in as his senses returned to him. He could certainly tell he was no longer on the beach. The cooled air might be a hint to that, but there was also the lighting. Once the initial haze fades away, and he can take in his surroundings...
A sleek white room, sparsely decorated but nonetheless functional. The bed would prove quite comfortable too, it seems as though they valued comfort, if not overly flashy design choices. Though he was not alone in the room, as he soon awakens to the two figures that were quietly watching over him during his recovery. One is easily recognizable even with dulled senses thanks to her otherworldly appearance.
Vaneera gives a nod at his inquiry. "Yeah, it's me."
She'd respond in a comforting tone of voice, and then gesture to the man next to her...
"And this is Master Blacknore.", Vaneera adds.
The man smiles, he doesn't appear readily hostile or dangerous. But one could be forgiven for feeling a little off around him.
"Make sure you take it easy for awhile. You completely drained yourself of Mana. I was able to reverse the damage by giving you some of mine, but the rest will simply have to come naturally. Your body will rejuvenate that in time."
He explains in a calm and factual tone of voice.
"I'd like to know your name. But there's something else I'm equally curious of..."
He'd then state, and turn his attention to Vaneera, gently grabbing one of those hands and pulling it into view.
"Give me a report on this, Vaneera.", he then orders. The dynamic between the two is made pretty clear in short order...
As Vaneera gives another nod. "Yes, Master. I was able to channel the Light as you believed I was able to. I could only safely use a fraction of it, however. Using too much of it sends me into an uncontrolled state."
Blacknore would then simply release her armored hand.
"Fascinating. I didn't expect you would be able to tap into it so soon. What's more, you're making impressive progress to be able to control it even in this way. I would encourage you to continue practicing your technique, Vaneera. Soon you may be able to use it at it's full efficiency."
... Things got a little awkward, what with them having that kind of conversation right in front of him, but the atmosphere quickly returns to "normal", as the two then turn their attention back to Lauriam.
"My apologies, I could barely contain my curiosity -- I would still very much like to know your name. But the more pressing matter is... How do you feel?"
------ Lauriam
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Post by Lauriam on Jun 30, 2020 15:37:37 GMT -5
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The Dandelion was still pretty unfocused and fuzzy with his current condition, but he could follow everything that was happening. The room and everything really gave of the vibe of a hospital or a research facility. It was so clean, almost sterilized. It reminded him a lot of the rooms in Castle Oblivion and the World that Never Was though. Shoving that memory aside, he would take in the man's appearance. So this was Blacknore.... He seemed like a calm person, but Lauriam knew that looks can be deceiving. He had made use of that not long ago, after all. Well, Marluxia had.. it was still hard to separate himself from his nobody some times. His thoughts about the man had mainly been himself remembering what he had learned about people and now that he was right in front of him, this feeling of uneasiness he had about Blacknore was only intensifying. Especially as he had to watch how he was talking to Vaneera and how he shoved her around.
Lauriam had made his decision: He didn't like him. But he would not show it, of course.
Once Blacknores attention was back on him again, he would answer the man's question.
“... Lauriam.... That is my name.”, he would state, trying to sit up carefully. He took a moment to check his own condition. He was still pretty exhausted, showing by how slow he was moving and how his face twisted from the attempt of adjusting himself. Mana was something that everything that could use magic was born with. It was like a seconds stream of blood that ran through someones veins. When the flow stops, your body shuts down from exhaustion or at least slows you down drastically. Blacknore's explanation on what he should do to get it back proved he knew what he was talking about. He would understand his condition the best right now.
“I feel.... stiff. But I will manage.”
He sat back on the bed, leaning against the wall, using a pillow to make himself more comfortable. “You helped me recover. For that, I thank you.”
Lauriam looked over to Vaneera than. “I am sorry. I must have scared you a lot. Did you carry me all the way here?” There was calm and collected Lauriam again.
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Post by Vaneera on Jun 30, 2020 15:48:49 GMT -5
If Blacknore was aware of what was going through Lauriam's head, he didn't show it. The Archmage seemed to take everything in stride... And one got the impression that he really was constantly planning for anything. All the same, it was difficult to get a read on him.
"Well, Lauriam. It is a pleasure to meet you.", he then replies.
"Given that you have the capability of using Magic, I feel it is safe to assume you are not from San Fransokyo -- or this world. Many people here have potential in the magical arts, but the society is practically unaware of it. They assume that parlor tricks from street magicians are the only "magic" there is in this world."
He was a sharp one... But would he use that information at all? Would he really have anything to gain out of it even if he wanted to?
"It was no trouble to lend my assistance. That is what all of this is intended for..."
He would then gesture slightly at the room, though one got the sense that he was referring to the entire operation as a whole, and not something so small in scale by comparison. Having said that, Blacknore would then allow the two to converse between themselves. It was only fair, given what he had done earlier.
"Heh, yeah I did. Don't worry though, you weren't heavy."
Vaneera replies with a small grin.
"I guess the stress from our conversation is what finally pushed you over the edge. So... Really, for now try not to do anything strenuous. You're not fit for it right now."------ Lauriam
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