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"It is almost time for the Vermilion Heir to be on the Estate and she still isn't back yet. Every year she takes longer and longer. But that is the way this goes every year." Spoke Jianyu to himself ensuring his daily routine and all was in place and set as he moved through out the estate. Normally, he would be tackling the issue of waking Amaya and getting her up from the comforts of her bed to face the day. However this was the one day a year, she actually gets herself up incredibly early to tend to her yearly ritual. Normally he would tend to escorting her and allowing her the alone time she needed. However, today he had to ensure things were proper and sent another in his place. He moved towards the front of the Ravencrest Estate. Stopping at a large painting at the entrance of one of the halls looking up at it in thought. If only you both could see how much she has grown. I know one of you would be proud. Today will be a hard one. So at least give her your support. He headed down towards the entrance meeting with along servant receiving a red clothed wrapped Item as he nodded listening to the acquiring of the item "Hm? That is most interesting, I will tend to this." He spoke with a nod knowing exactly who the item will belong to. He adjusted the item into one hand before he continued out of the estate heading down to the gates. he felt the raising of quick wind gusts flow past him and against the confined walls of the estate causing a small chuckle to escape his lips knowing exactly what these small gusts were, seems some chores haven't been done as they should have, man were the two in for a surprise once they were ready to enjoy the estate and the acknowledged silent agenda of the day.
[break][break] Jianyu sighed looking up at the sky towards the East. Today, he decided to stand in his usual Hanfu of white with black and gold accents on one side, deciding today was not a day to be wearing his mantle as he knew Taiyo very well from the years of being in the magic knights let alone the same squad. Then again he knew everything both Taiyo and Amaya have gotten up to, cause after all, what kind of butler would he be if he didn't have any idea what his wayward charge be doing while not being around. [break][break]
[attr="class","posiescroll"] Taiyo had been running for a long time. Running from his problems and not dealing with them. Why would he not deal with them head on? Well, some things were easier to bury deep inside than deal with. Even so, he made a promise to let someone in. The darkness was growing and he needed to put an end to it. The only way would be to tackle the problem at hand. With Cyra back and communicating with Taiyo, he was a step closer to handling his inner demons but there was still plenty more he needed to deal with. With the recent rise of Minataur attacks, his darkness started to surface and that was when he knew he needed to tell someone. Luckily for him, he had a girlfriend that he could talk to. That was why he told her that he needed to talk to her and she agreed to it. All he had to do was let Jianyu know when. Jianyu was always around somewhere when they hung out even if Taiyo didn’t exactly know that or even where he was. Aside from that, Jianyu was a member of the Crimson Lions, same as Taiyo which was where Taiyo would have been able to let him know when the time was right. When it came down to Jianyu and Taiyo, from what Taiyo knew they both respected each other. Well, Taiyo respected him a lot. Knowing that he would eventually have to go through with the process of letting his darkness go while under a controlled environment and in the best way; which was letting it be known and handled with help, Taiyo approached Jianyu and told him about the next available time that he had so that he and the young Ravencrest heiress who was also his girlfriend would have their little hang out and talk. [break][break] When it was the day and the time that he was supposed to be at the estate, he walked towards the Ravencrest Estate. Each step he took was purposeful, though it was slower than his usual. He was very deep in thought. Yes, he could have had Lucia portal him over to the Ravencrest Estate but walking was a better choice. As the cold surrounded him, he focused on the thoughts that were floating around in his head. He looked down at his hand and saw the box he had left home with. He even had thoughts about what was inside. The gift he got her was perfect for them but he still had to make sure he delivered it right. He breathed out, watching the vapor escape his lips, rising to the sky before vanishing. It was cold, really cold but he was not really bothered by the cold. He wasn’t dressed up like most others. He was not wearing a scarf or even thick clothes. His body was regulating the temperature around him. He was getting closer and closer to the estate. It was now or never, right? [break][break] Taiyo got to the entrance of the estate where he saw Jianyu standing. Jianyu wasn’t wearing his magic knight mantle which was expected considering that not only was he not working at the time but he was also at the estate where he resided. Taiyo bowed respectfully and stood back up. ”Jianyu, it’s nice to see you again. Thank you for having me here today and letting me spend this time with Amaya.” Sure, most of the say was up to Amaya but Jianyu could have not let her know and so the day would have never come to pass. Taiyo was nervous; extremely nervous. Calm down, Taiyo. You can do this! You got this!
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[attr="class","posiescroll2"] TL;DR Cyra's text [break][break] Spells Spell spell spell
[attr="class","demiscroll"] Jianyu adjusted himself seeing a figure walking up to the Ravencrest Estate, being none other then Taiyo Vermillion "Right on time. Not that shocking but neither the less. It is good to see you again. Amaya is not here at the moment but should be on her way back from the errand she and another servant had to run." He spoke. "Before I let you in, I will give you a far warning as what you will find today is something most don't get to see because she doesn't wish for them to know such. Be respectful and speak not of anything you see inside unless she gives you permission to tell anyone outside the estate. I am always around regardless if you pay attention or not." He spoke before looking towards his right seeing a carriage pull up as he moved forward opening the door before allowing Amaya and the servant out "Did you have a nice trip? A bit longer then normal." He spoke [break][break] "Yeah I had a lot more to get out then I normally need to." She spoke with a gentle smile rubbing her gloved hands together. She turned to Taiyo "I will never understand how you have so much heat that this cold weather doesn't affect you what so ever when I am freezing through layers of clothing made to keep me warm." She complained with a tease. [break][break] "Now lets get inside, you still have some one to tend to as you apparently forgot." Spoke Jianyu "I cleared your schedule today for this appointment so you don't have to worry of hopefully no possible unwanted guests." He spoke opening the gates allowing her to move forward as she beckoned Taiyo to follow after her. [break][break] "I was hoping I would be back before I need to tend to that routine." She stated feeling the kick up in the breeze the moment they moved through the gate "Oh geez you are right someone is unhappy. Can you ensure my room is warm and possibly something warm to drink while we are out." She spoke. Jianyu nodded "That I can do, I will have everyone done as ready as usual" He stated following them inside before taking a side route to tend to what she asked. [break][break] "I am sorry for keeping you waiting Taiyo." She spoke with a smile removing her cloak and Gloves, passing them to a servant as she lead him through the estate doors heading towards the back of the massive mansion. [break][break]
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Combat Summary
POW 4
DUR 4
STA 36
SEN 60
CON 60
SPEED[break] 10 m/s
STRENGTH[break]1/2 Junior
MANA SKIN[break] senior
HEALTH[break] senior
MANA POOL[break] 90/90
MANA REGEN[break] 10 IC |20 OC
[attr="class","demiscroll2"] TL;DR battle notes or whatever [break] Word Count: 849[break] Stat Points:1[break] Spell Points:1[break] Spells: [break] Items: [break] Magic Knight Mantle [break]
[attr="class","posiescroll"] Jianyu and Taiyo stood outside the estate with Taiyo greeting the butler. Taiyo thanked the man for allowing him there to see Amaya in the first place. Jianyu responded by telling him that he was right on time which was pretty much expected. Taiyo was then informed that Amaya wasn’t there but should be on her way back from an errand she had to run. What important errand would she have to do during this very cold time? Did the other servant who was with her had means to keep her warm? Whatever the case, there was nothing he could do about it. His mind went back to the true reason why he was there. He tried to convince himself to calm down, that he had this. Come on! You’ve spoken to this girl for years and never had to worry. You can do this! He was yelling at himself in his mind. He should not be that nervous about speaking with his girlfriend. [break][break] Knocking him out of his mind was Jianyu who had started speaking again. Jianyu was giving the young heir a warning. Apparently, the day had significant value as many people didn’t get to experience this day with the knowledge of what it was. If the day was bad; he could always reschedule. It was not an issue to return at a better time. He wouldn’t want to disrespect the day or its meaning. Jianyu continued to speak to Taiyo, telling him to be respectful and not to speak about the things he saw inside. This was getting even scarier now that it hit Taiyo. Either way, Jianyu should know that Taiyo would never disrespect Amaya. Even so, he wasn’t in the mood to argue or bicker a fact that the butler should know. Instead of doing what he normally would do, he simply nodded. ”I understand.” [break][break] A carriage pulled up to the right and Jianyu walked towards the vehicle; helping Amaya and the other servant out by opening the door. As Taiyo saw her, his mind started to make him shiver. He was hit with a fresh wave of nervousness. ~Calm down! What is the matter with you? Do I need to appear and knock some sense into you? You are better than this! It is hard but the young man I know looks past the hard things and get it done. Are you going to show me that you are not that young man and that you have grown soft?~ Hearing the voice of Cyra clearly in his head due to their linked telepathic connection caused him to look at himself internally. What she was saying was right. He could do it; he could tackle the hard stuff but he had to put the nervousness and the difficulty aside and just get it done. ~You’re right! I can do this. Thanks Cyra.~ [break][break] Amaya spoke to Taiyo, which caught the young heir’s attention. She was pointing out the way that he was dressed even though it was so cold and how she couldn’t understand how he was able to generate the amount of heat necessary to keep him regulated. She even stated that she was practically freezing under all those layers of clothing. His signature smirk found his face as the snow around him instantly melted. ”I guess, it’s almost natural these days. Try training shirtless and in shorts with your sister during this cold every day. Well, this was years ago but it forced me to develop the habit of always generating enough heat to keep me at the best temperature during this season.” After he spoke in response, Jianyu was ushering them inside to get warmer and that Amaya had someone else to tend to. Was Jianyu referring to him? Well, Taiyo wasn’t exactly sure but he followed when Amaya beckoned. As she spoke with Jianyu, Taiyo kept following. [break][break] After she spoke with Jianyu and he branched off, Amaya spoke to Taiyo, apologizing for keeping him waiting. As she handed her gloves and cloak off to a servant, they passed through the door to the mansion. ”No need to apologize. If today is a bad day for you, I can always reschedule.” He got closer to her so that she could feel warmer from the heat emanating from him.
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[attr="class","posiescroll2"] TL;DR Cyra's text | ~ Taiyo’s spiritual Psychic link with Cyra [break][break] Spells Spell spell spell
"Oh, It isn't a problem. I have an errand that I have to run every year on this day. It is a very special day, and I didn't even think you would request this day. Jianyu was more than willing to reschedule it. However, It is time that you finally get to know me for well me deep down." She spoke, allowing her words to be softer towards the end of that sentence. She didn't know how he was going to react. She was sure it would be okay; however, she was still worried. She was one way outside the Estate due to having to keep up appearances and identity of getting any situation she was in. She was strong and sure of herself and her abilities to those who weren't close. She always played off her magic even when she didn't cause what others would think, knowing a royal with no spells? That was the Amaya Ravencrest outside the Estate walls. She was the Angelic Mage with mastery of a Rapier that would put those who trained their whole lives at wielding the weapon she had to shame. Amaya was required to be all while being able to change tutors and teachings on a day-to-day basis, for the most part. However, She was more willing to let down her mask on the Estate. [break][break] The Estate was her sanctuary. It was one place she wasn't judged every second. She could be herself and do what she wished, knowing only support from those within the walls while receiving acknowledgments and new challenges better herself and her way of thinking. Everything was more controlled and contained, but it was a reasonable control that she knew what to expect, who to expect. [break][break] Amaya felt the light breeze through the halls as she continued her quick stride, moving out the back of the Estate towards the stables, enjoying the radiating heat from Taiyo being near her. She stopped at the entrance of the first stable. Amaya took a deep breath calming down her racing thoughts and heartbeat as she turned to Taiyo. "Alright, This is something I kept from you, and I have had it since I was six months old. He can be very particular and anything he does. I am so sorry as it will be towards you as he is very...Picky with who I keep for accompany, and he hasn't been happy with me recently." She scratched the back of her head in apology before she took a deep breath listening for a sound, feeling the wind die down. "Now." She spoke, opening the door and moving inside quickly, dragging Taiyo along, moving out of the way of a massive gust of wind that shot through the doorway like a spear. [break][break] The stable was a decent size for the unknown creature inside. The wind rose again as a growl came from the back of the stable across from the door. An average size brown-furred lion cub crouched down, bearing its fangs and spreading its legs out slowly while spreading two wings from its shoulder blades
[break][break] "Now, Leone, We have spoken about this." She spoke, attempting to reason with the pissed-off cub as she moved between it and Taiyo, knowing the cub wouldn't strike with her in front. Its gold eyes stared straight past Amaya, locked on to Taiyo. Leone was not happy having a stranger in his territory, let alone around someone who was maybe his master, but she was part of his pride as everyone else was. He wasn't about to let another take what was his without proving it to him. The lion cub was also unhappy that Amaya was late for their morning routine. He was a lot with his mistress. They both hated having sudden changes in the schedule, and she missed the one interaction he tended to have with her every morning. [break][break] "I know I am late for our morning routine, but today is a very saddening day. You know it as I do." She spoke gently, allowing her eyes to soften. "I know you were probably scared that I wasn't here like I said I would." She spoke even softer.
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Combat Summary
POW[break]4
DUR[break]4
STA[break]36
SEN[break]60
CON[break] 60
SPEED[break] 10 m/s
STRENGTH[break]1/2 Junior
MANA SKIN[break] senior
HEALTH[break] senior
MANA POOL[break] 90/90
MANA REGEN[break] 20 IC |10 OC
[attr="class","demiscroll2"] TL;DR battle notes or whatever [break]
Word Count: [break]1545 Stat Points:[break]2 Spell Points: [break]2 Spells:
[attr="class","posiescroll"] Taiyo walked with Amaya through the halls of the Ravencrest Estate. It was a wonder how she didn’t notice the box in his hand but then again, that wasn’t her priority. First off, she was cold. She stated that she was freezing back out when they were at the entrance. He wasn’t as heavily clothed as she was and his magic kept him warm. Knowing this, he turned up the heat and got closer to her while telling her that if it was a bad day for her, she could reschedule. If the day was significant to her for whatever reason, he had to respect that. Even so, she told him that it wasn’t a problem. She spoke of an errand she ran annually on that day. It was a very special day and she didn’t anticipate that the young Vermillion heir would have requested that day. She stated that Jianyu was more than willing to reschedule but she figured it was time that he got to know the truth she kept hidden inside. Taiyo remembered Jianyu’s warning and how he spoke. Whatever this day was, it had some serious meaning for Jianyu to warn him like that. Just what was the day and what did Amaya mean by getting to know her deep down? Could today be that day? The anniversary of that event? She’s never spoken of it nor does she act this way naturally. [break][break] Taiyo continued walking next to his girlfriend, feeling the breeze passing them as they moved through the exit to the back of the estate. Once they got to the back, Taiyo looked at where they were heading. He had never been that deep in the Ravencrest estate before. When they reached their destination, he noticed the deep breath that Amaya took. Whatever she was about to show him was very important to her. When she turned to him, he looked at her softly. He wasn’t exactly smiling but more holding a neutral face. He could tell that she was being brave and this was her moment. She first spoke of her keeping something from him and that what she had inside the stables had been with her since she was six months old. The creature was then identified as a male creature and that he was very particular. She apologized for how the creature was going to treat him as he was very picky with who Amaya kept as company. She even went a step further to speak of how he wasn’t happy with Amaya recently. I wonder why he isn’t happy with her. Did she do something to offend him? [break][break] In a moment when the winds had calmed, Amaya opened the door to the stables and stepped in, pulling Taiyo inside with her. They managed to avoid a gust of wind that came from inside. Taiyo looked around for the source and that’s when his eyes landed on the winged-lion mana beast. The stance it took told Taiyo that it was preparing to pounce to defend Amaya and that was something that he understood. She spoke to him, calling him by his name; Leone. What a lovely name. As she moved between Taiyo and Leone, Taiyo kept his eyes on the lion who was glaring right at him. As she continued to speak to Leone in an attempt to soothe him, Taiyo softened his expression. He wanted to show the mana beast that he wasn’t there to threaten Leone’s territory or his master. He was there as a friend and wanted to be friends with the winged-lion mana beast.
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[attr="class","posiescroll2"] TL;DR Cyra's text | ~ Taiyo’s spiritual Psychic link with Cyra [break][break] Spells Spell spell spell
Amaya stared down the mana beast as it nudged its head to the side, wishing for her to move as Amaya, in turn, shook her head. "No. I am not moving till you calm down. We are here to make up for the time I wasn't here." She spoke, knowing as much as the Mana beast wanted to get at Taiyo, It wasn't about to attack him with her standing in the way. It took a few more minutes before he slowly pulled his wings back into his sides as he relaxed, keeping his eyes on them both as Amaya closed her eyes, relaxing while allowing a sigh of relief. "He has relaxed for now." She spoke gently, watching Leone while she moved from her spot to a cabinet, grabbing a grooming brush and some tweezers. " Every Morning before I get fully dressed for the day, I give him a morning grooming and spend some time with him. Not as much as I should, but I know he understands and accepts for me to at least do this much as a promise every morning." She explained, handing Taiyo the brush and tweezers as she moved over to Leone before sitting beside the cub and pulling his top half into her lap. [break][break] "Now, Leone...I need you to trust me, alright...This is Taiyo, the one I told you about. Today he is spending time with us." She spoke gently, getting a cub-like roar of dislike while glaring at Taiyo as Amaya petted the cub. "Calm down; I promise he will brush you the way I know you like. We are even going to groom your wings as you like." She spoke gently before looking over to Taiyo "The tweezers are for getting stray stuff like twigs, straw, and whatnot from within the chambers on his waves of feathers. He is a bit picky, and I apologize if you get some gusts to your face." she apologized. She should have dealt with this earlier. She must seem like a bad owner for having a very pissed-off mana beast who would remain calm for the time being. [break][break] She waited patiently for Taiyo to assist her. Sure she could brush Leone but she needed to ensure she could secure the mana beast's attention and work on having it trust her in letting Taiyo earn it's trust without a result in a fight. She gently brushed her fingers lining along the features and dents of the lion's face allowing a soft warm small to rest on her face "You miss them still don't you." She whispered gently keeping the cubs attention.
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Combat Summary
POW[break]4
DUR[break]4
STA[break]36
SEN[break]60
CON[break] 60
SPEED[break] 10 m/s
STRENGTH[break]1/2 Junior
MANA SKIN[break] senior
HEALTH[break] senior
MANA POOL[break] 90/90
MANA REGEN[break] 20 IC |10 OC
[attr="class","demiscroll2"] TL;DR battle notes or whatever [break]
Word Count: [break] Stat Points:[break]2 Spell Points: [break]2 Spells:
[attr="class","posiescroll"] With Amaya still standing between the winged-lion mana beast and Taiyo, The beast made some sort of physical request for Amaya to get out of the way. Even with Taiyo’s softened expressions and physical display that he wasn’t a threat, the lion mana beast still wanted to pounce on Taiyo. Taiyo watched him stand his ground yet the heir didn’t change his expression to Leone. Amaya spoke to him, telling him that she wasn’t going to move until he calmed down. She also stated the reason why they were there. They were going to give the lion the attention he was craving and had missed out on due to the tardiness of Amaya. Even with that knowledge, the lion stood his ground. Wow, this one is stubborn. Am I this stubborn? Maybe I should ask Amaya when we are alone. [break][break] After a while, the winged-lion mana beast retracted his wings back to his sides slowly. He was getting relaxed but he still kept his eyes trained on Taiyo and Amaya. Amaya told Taiyo that Leone was relaxed for the time being. Taiyo nodded and waited for Amaya to move first. She walked to some cabinet and got a giant brush and tweezers and then she handed them to Taiyo while explaining that she groomed and spent time with the lion mana beast every morning before she was fully dressed. She claimed that she didn’t spend enough time with him but he understood and accepted it. Now here she was, asking Taiyo to be included in this. She softly spoke to Leone, asking him to trust her. She introduced the lion to Taiyo and told him that the Vermillion heir would be spending time with them that day. Surely, the lion didn’t like that and so, he released a roar of dislike while glaring at Taiyo. She continued talking softly to the lion, telling him what Taiyo was going to do. [break][break] Amaya turned her head to face Taiyo. She spoke to him about the Tweezers and what he had to do with them. She also explained that Leone was picky and with that she apologized about the gusts of wind that Taiyo may be on the receiving end of. ”No need to apologize. I should be the one apologizing to Leone.” He slowly approached the lion and placed his hand on the mana beast calmly, giving Leone a small hand rub. ”I’m sorry that this isn’t the norm but I hope I can earn your trust, Leone.” He then grabbed the tweezers and looked at the wings for twigs, straw and other things that didn’t belong in the wings. He saw a few strands of lost straw and pulled them out of the wings gently. ”See, nothing to be afraid of. I’ll be very gentle.” Taiyo then moved a few twigs out which caused Leone to release a gust of wind that blasted Taiyo. The heir smiled and laughed. ”I know, it feels weird to have some things suddenly removed from your wings.” After finishing up with one wing, Taiyo smiled. ”See, not so bad. Time for the other one and some grooming.”
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[attr="class","posiescroll2"] TL;DR Cyra's text | ~ Taiyo’s spiritual Psychic link with Cyra [break][break] Spells Spell spell spell
Leone kept watch of him out of the corner of his eye, having most of his upper body sitting in Amaya's lap, receiving a massage around his ears. Leone was going to accept the grooming, but he wasn't about to make it easy on either of them. On occasion, the mana beast would beat down his wings, stirring up the hay and straw into the both of them. Amaya hated the pettiness of the mana beast, but she understood why he acted like this. She hated the fact that he took way too well to Hania and, knowing what Hania would do while doing it in a mana beast style. [break][break] She had hoped he wasn't going to be so mad or cause too much trouble. Part of her said she should have done this before heading out to visit the site. But she didn't think she would have been that long. She sighed, taking the light punishments of her stubborn mana beast. "You want to extend this out, don't you.." She spoke gently to the mana beast. "How about I also come back tonight, and it is just the two of us like we used to when we first came to live under Lydia's care," she said. "We can even rest on the training platform under the stars just like we have done the first few nights trying to adjust to our new home." She spoke gently to the mana beast. [break][break] Leone listened to Amaya before looking back at Taiyo, listening to the vermillion heir speak to him. He gave him a blank expression of his assumption that Leone liked it as he used his tail to swipe up more straw into his wings as a response letting out a roar in a smirking response as if telling him to keep going. Leone returned his attention to Amaya as their gazes met each other as she leaned down, resting her forehead against his. "We have changed so much from back then, didn't we?" She asked, gently moving her head back a bit as Leone licked her cheek in response. "Yeah, that is true." She said, allowing a light laugh to escape hugging the cub close as he continued tossing up straw and hay in the excitement of the attention he was getting. "Now, can you behave for a bit? For me?" She asked the Mana beast getting an annoyed stare but agreed regardless with the promise of the activity tonight.
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Combat Summary
POW 4
DUR 4
STA 36
SEN 60
CON 60
SPEED[break] 10 m/s
STRENGTH[break]1/2 Junior
MANA SKIN[break] senior
HEALTH[break] senior
MANA POOL[break] 90/90
MANA REGEN[break] 20 IC |10 OC
[attr="class","demiscroll2"] TL;DR battle notes or whatever [break] Word Count: 2,391 Stat Points:3 Spell Points: 3 Spells: [break] Items: [break] Magic Knight Mantle [break]
[attr="class","posiescroll"] Taiyo smiled as the mana beast stirred up the hay and straw. While it would be more troublesome to deal with, it was a way for the Lion to play around and extend grooming time. That was what Taiyo figured at least. He wouldn’t know though since he didn’t own a mana beast nor did he come into contact with them often. As Amaya kept on talking to Leone, he took care of the debris in the wings of the lion. When it came time for him to speak with Leone, he spoke with a sense of calm and a bit of familiarity. From the response he was receiving from Lion, Taiyo could tell he wanted more. First, Leone used his tail to get more debris in his wings for Taiyo to clear and he paired that with a roar before showing off a smirk. Quite the interesting move. If the Lion wanted more attention, then that was what he was going to get. [break][break] Taiyo cleared the debris from Leone’s wings as Amaya continued chatting with him. In the end, the lion seemed content with the grooming and the promise from Amaya. The heir had to wonder about the temperature and the mana beast. From what he notices of the outdoor stables, he didn’t see anything generating heating. If that wasn’t the case, how would the mana beast get warm? Was it just great with the climate change due to being able to use wind or did it enjoy colder temperatures? Maybe, it didn’t mind any temperatures at all. There were so many mysteries there. ”Amaya, does Leone like being out in the cold like this?” He was finished with the tweezers and it was time for the broom. Having an answer to that question would help him understand how the mana beast may be feeling or maybe it won’t. Either way, he was ready to brush the cub. [break][break] Taiyo brushed the areas that required brushing. He made sure to be gentle and watch Leone’s reaction for any spots that he may like being brushed extra. In grooming Leone, Taiyo had a deeper respect for people with mana beasts. It was a lot of work to maintain the areas that the creatures would need to be in. On top of that, caring and looking one was hard work but he was sure there were moments that would pay off. As Taiyo continued to groom Leone, Cyra formed at the top of Taiyo’s head. She spread her wings and took flight. She hovered next to Taiyo, admiring what she was seeing. ”Hello, Amaya Ravencrest, Mana Beast: Leone. Hope you don’t mind me being here.”
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[attr="class","posiescroll2"] TL;DR Cyra's text | ~ Taiyo’s spiritual Psychic link with Cyra [break][break] Spells Spell spell spell
Amaya smiled watching Leone make taiyo do more work then he needed to as she continued the massage seeing him content and happy so far. the next Question from taiyo had the girl thinking. "Leone is a Mana beast that uses wind. I had him till I was about 6 months old from my very first Spirit festival. My parents won him without knowing as well I think he was in a item they gave me. As far as I know of him. He doesn't seem to mind as I think his preference is wherever isn't too noisy and I want to say he prefers the cold." She spoke "See this bracelet on his wrist? It is enchanted and allows him to open any door on the estate as he wishes. In that cabinet over there is his armor for if he was ever needed to join us in battle. Though if I am honest. I hope he will never have to see battle or anyone else close to him die again..." She said Gently. "That is why I am so protective of my Guardian here. He is the last thing I have from 12 years ago. I haven't given him the attention I should but he has stayed with me all this time and done nothing but love and protect me as if part of his own Pride. "She said gently seeing the lion stand up stretching before rubbing it's head against her own in comfort. "I think everyone on this estate is in his pride and the one he respects the most, in my opinion is Hania." She spoke "He might be my Mana beast, but I think he holds Hania's orders before mine because Hania has shown the same care and respect to caring for me and him." She spoke as the Mana beast turned to Taiyo as it glared down daggers, causing Amaya to sigh. "Leone, Taiyo is a very dear friend of mine. He has helped me grow a lot." She spoke seeing the Mana beast look towards her from the corner of its eye before back at Taiyo as he seemed calm for now but very much on guard as if waiting on something to happen. He let out a roar in response greeting Cyra as Amaya slowly stood up, dusting herself off "I don't mind if you join us." She spoke with a smile to the bird
[break][break] "Now that you know of Leone and one of the many aspects of my life I keep here there is more to know but that is inside." She said heading for the door to the stable as the Lion followed after her , moving to her side keeping an eye on Taiyo and Cyra heading for the mansion as Jianyu opened the door for the group still holding the cloth covered Item "Also, we received this today for you Amaya." He spoke as she gasped "It finally came!" She said excitedly clapping her hands with glee accepting the item "Thank you, all inspections have been completed I hope." She asked [break][break]
"Why of course, cause what kind of butler would I be if I couldn't give it the Inspections we do for each and every item that comes into our hands?" he asked as Amaya laughed lightly "you are right." She Spoke moving to the side to allow Taiyo and Leone in after her as she held out the clothed Item to him "I saw this in the market place and it kind of called out to me. "She spoke with eagerness "I hope you like it and can use it." She commented.
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Combat Summary
POW 4
DUR 4
STA 36
SEN 60
CON 60
SPEED[break] 10 m/s
STRENGTH[break]1/2 Junior
MANA SKIN[break] senior
HEALTH[break] senior
MANA POOL[break] 90/90
MANA REGEN[break] 20 IC |10 OC
[attr="class","demiscroll2"] TL;DR battle notes or whatever [break] Word Count: 3074 Stat Points:4 Spell Points: 4 Spells: [break] Items: [break] Magic Knight Mantle [break]
[attr="class","posiescroll"] Taiyo and Amaya had been tending to the winged lion mana beast Leone and his grooming. During that, the winged lion added more for the young Vermillion male to take care of. The heir didn’t have a problem with this. Actually, he viewed it as the Lion wanting more time and attention placed on him which was fine. After all, Amaya had taken longer than usual which had the mana beast in an uproar. Concerned about the atmosphere, Taiyo asked Amaya about the cold and if Leone liked being in it. She told him about the element of the winged lion mana beast which was wind. She then went on to speak of how long she had the cub which was since she was six months old. That was a long time and that meant that this was one of her closest family members. She had gotten him from her very first Spirit Festival which explained somewhat why that event was so special to her. He remembered her telling him about how excited she was for it every year that it happened. This last one was just as important as the others but it was that one that showed Taiyo that he hadn’t thought of the future of his family the way he needed to. As an heir, offspring should be in the conversation. Him and Amaya hadn’t ever spoken about children or even getting married. It was crazy that one person’s comment could carry such importance that it became rooted in his mind. Sure, he wasn’t ready for children but it was still an important conversation to be had when the time was right. [break][break] Bringing him out of his thoughts was Amaya continuing with her explanation of Leone. She believed his preference was the cold and the quiet. Even so, he had access to a bracelet that would allow him to open any door in the estate which was great. He also had some armor in the event he needed to fight to defend the estate if that time ever came. Her hope was that that day would never come. He was all she had left of her original family which was taken from her when she was 6 years old. She felt guilty about not giving the winged lion mana beast the attention he needed but yet he stayed, loved and protected her like she was in his pride. Taiyo understood that but there was no reason for Amaya to feel like she was inadequate in being there. The fact that Leone stuck by here meant that he was satisfied with her giving him the amount that she was. Sure, she could spoil him and give him more but it would probably give the same result of happiness. Amaya described how Leone probably viewed everyone on the estate as a member of his pride. It would be such an honor to have the winged lion accept Taiyo into the pride but that probably wouldn’t happen. If it did though, Taiyo would feel like everyone else probably felt; honored. Amaya then stated that the one Leone respected the most was Hania; no surprise there. Taiyo could tell that he didn’t have the trust of the mana beast as yet as it glared daggers at him once again but calmed down at the request of Amaya. [break][break] Cyra formed atop her perching spot on Taiyo’s head before hovering next to him. She greeted those there and hoped that her presence wasn’t a bother. Amaya spoke to her, letting her know that she didn’t mind that she was there. “Thank you, Amaya.” Having finished, she perched on Taiyo’s head once again. She was at peace now. She and Taiyo had repaired their broken bond and now she wanted to show Amaya that she was really back to stay. [break][break] Amaya spoke about Leone being one of the many aspects of her life and there was more inside. She was letting him into her world. She trusted him a lot to make such a big step here. Taiyo was glad that she trusted him enough for this. He was mainly an open book about his life except from the darkness he had hidden. Amaya on the other hand had a lot she kept hidden and rightfully so. She had a life harder than others and as such she developed a wall to protect the things she deemed dear to her. Taiyo dusted himself off as he followed Amaya to the mansion. When Jianyu opened the door, Taiyo noticed the item he had in his hand. He told Amaya that they received the item which she was excited about finally getting. After Taiyo, Leone and Cyra were inside the mansion, Taiyo closed the doors behind them. This was the moment Amaya presented the item to Taiyo. She had seen it in the market and got it from him. Taiyo smiled as he looked at the clothed item, taking it from her. ”Thank you, Amaya.” When he removed the cloth to see what exactly was beneath, his eyes saw the beautiful black and crimson sheath that carried the weapon. Taiyo admired the beauty of it as it looked as if it was sparkling with stars trapped inside. Taiyo pulled the blade out from the scabbard and admired it before putting it away and placing the gift back in the cloth. [break][break] He stepped closer to Amaya and hugged her softly. ”Thank you so much, Amaya. It’s beautiful. Not as beautiful as you but still beautiful.” He tilted her face up and gave her a soft kiss. ”You didn’t have to get me this. I will make sure that it serves me well.”
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[attr="class","posiescroll2"] TL;DR Cyra's text | ~ Taiyo’s spiritual Psychic link with Cyra [break][break] Spells Spell spell spell
Amaya held the sword out with both hands allowing him to take the weapon as she smiled watching him examine and admire the blade. She had hoped the weapon would have been a suitable one as there was many many options she had for possible gifts. There was something different about this blade from the other blades that were offered to her. Maybe it was it's look or maybe it was the abilities from the relic itself. There were so many options but not some she knew or understood to well. Just something in her gut or a pull of sorts had her buy the weapon. She had confidence that it was the right weapon for her Taiyo and that he would love it. She just hoped her confidence was right.
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Amaya wasn't the best judge of finding a suitable weapon on anything but it's looks. If it was to find a weapon to match a style or look then she was your girl, she always found a knack for such things. Now when it came done to abilities and knowledge of what is best fit for the various fighting styles. That is not one of her strong suits. She clapped her hands with glee before lacing them behind her back watching him admire the sheath and then pull out the blade examining it. She was very happy her confidence in trusting her gut was right with the confirmation of his arms wrapping around her in a hug, while hearing him thank her for the gift.
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She felt heat rushed to her cheeks as her face grew red as she blushed feeling his hand push her chin up towards him before feeling a kiss pressed against her lips as she returned it in response, closing her eyes.
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Jianyu and Leone watched them before watching each other before the Mana beast move forward a second before Jianyu chuckled, knowing exactly what the Mana beast was thinking as he was thinking the same himself. Leone had moved closer to them before wiggling himself in-between their legs, Pushing his hips from side to side, as if pushing his way through before opening his wings, ensuring they were shoved from each other as he folded his wings back letting out a huff in discouragement of his disapproval of the display sending a sideway glare of daggers towards Taiyo.
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Amaya blinked watching Leone push his way between them while separating him "Was that Jealousy? Did you just get jealous?" asked Amaya looking between the three males in confusion. She has not seen Leone ever get jealous but then again Taiyo was her first ever guy friend she has brought to the estate let alone let Leone be around. He was perfectly fine with the various Noble women she hung with from time to time and he seemed nice to Sol when he was mentoring her on the estate grounds. She had never seen Leone to do anything like this to anyone. She found it confusing but also funny and heart warming.
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Jianyu cleared his throat holding back a laugh at the jealous mana beast daring taiyo to try again "Pardon him, I am sure you know , he has a deep care for Lady Amaya and apparently for the first time, actually show his jealous side, However, how about you both head to the parlor while i get some refreshments. "He suggested managing to hold back his laugh.
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"No, We will be heading to my room, I have much more to show taiyo and I feel it is more private to speak between the two of us in my room." She Spoke as he nodded "Understood, I shall return with refreshments and food very soon." He spoke heading down a side hall as Amaya smiled as she reached forward taking ahold of Taiyo's hand before leading him along after her as Leone followed ensuring he was walking between the two with his head held high. "I am sorry about Leone, I was hoping he wasn't going to be so jealous and protective like he is showing as he hasn't acted this way before with anyone else." She apologized " However, I am glad you like the weapon, I do hope it will serve you well and keep you safe when I am not around." She added "In a way I had a pull towards it and felt a need to get it as I could only think of you when I examined and inquired of the blade." She explained heading down the halls of the estate, passing all the various art work and paintings of family past, each and every family member, besides Hania.
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She turned to a side hall before stopping three feet into the hallway before stopping , turning to her left looking at a large family Portrait of a White haired man dressed in his best western noble attire, his striking blue eyes seemed to glare daggers at all those who don't pay mind to him. the man stood roughly at 6,2" with a thin build as a deep blue sheathed blade rested at his hip as his hand rested on the top of the chair next to a silver haired beauty sat, her soft snow white eyes brought warmth and comfort to those who looked into their white depths. She had very fair radiant pale skin. as the woman could been estimated as 5,6 maybe 5,7 tops, though with her sitting down, it was hard to tell. Her silver hair was put up half way while allowing the lower half down and free, also wearing western style deep blue dress revealing her bare shoulders. the sleeves rested at her elbows and still went down either side as the skirt reached to her crossed legs allowing the toes of her blue heels. Her body language was very gentle with her petite form. a soft light pink smile rested on her lips. Her hands rested around a smaller figure in her lap.
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In her lap sat a small girl around the age of three, a long flowy curly white ponytail haired girl stood out at them. her smile seemed happy but the looks in her eyes were one void of happiness or freedom. She had a knee length frilly pink dress with flowers laced within her hair. with lace lined white socks with pink shoes to go with her dress with a light pink rabbit doll sat in her arms. At the feet of the chair sat a miniature version of Leone, standing proud and happy ready to attack if anything tried to attack his family.
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Amaya smiled at the painting gently as she nodded a silent acknowledgement to the couple in the portrait "Taiyo, This is the only painting that was rescued and restored from my former home. Meet my parents, Soren and Luna Ravencrest." She spoke gently "They were the ones I was visiting today. Today marked the day my parents were last with me 12 years ago." She said gently.
[attr="class","posiescroll"] Taiyo had received a lovely gift from Amaya. She had put a lot of thought into getting him the sword and even if she didn’t put as much thought into it, it was sweet of her to get him it. She didn’t have to get him anything. He already knew that she cared deeply about him, the same way he felt about her. She was his best friend for so many years and even though they started dating, no one else could meet their standards of friendship. She was there for him, keeping him motivated and he made sure to do the same for her. Even if she didn’t believe in herself, he knew she had it all inside. When she walked around with her four leafed clover paperweight that was empty, he kept telling her that she would fill the pages but she had to keep trying and believing in herself. When she did just that and earned her first spell, of course he was excited and filled with joy. He didn’t quite need the healing but he let her heal him and use her spell. It was pretty and it represented her. It was pink and warm which was the same way he saw her. The pink represented her and the warmth was the way she embraced him. At least that was how it was in his mind. [break][break] After embracing Amaya, he tilted her face upward and kissed her. She returned the kiss which was no surprise. What was surprising was feeling something pushing them apart. The winged lion mana beast was pushing himself between Taiyo and Amaya to separate the two, using his hips and wings to push them further away from each other. I’ll add overprotectiveness to the list. It’s quite adorable. It was at this same time Amaya asked if Leone was jealous. Taiyo hadn't even thought of the possibility that the mana beast would be jealous. A light chuckle escaped his lips. ~Cyra, did that make you jealous just now? Or was it only the lion boy over there?~ Speaking to Cyra with their telepathic link was still something Taiyo was getting used to. Even so, he knew sometimes Cyra preferred it. ~No. I’m prepared for you to be intimate and romantic with her. I’d say though, if you need me to be your wingwoman, I will distract the Lion for you.~ ~I’ll keep that in mind. Thanks.~ [break][break] Jianyu cleared his throat and explained that this display of jealousy was quite a new thing. It was the first time the mana beast was showing this side to him. The older male then suggested that the couple made their way to the parlor while he got them refreshments. Amaya turned down the offer due to having much more to show Taiyo and it would be best to show it in the privacy of her room. With that, Jianyu accepted and informed them that he was going to return with refreshments soon then. Taiyo felt Amaya’s hand as she guided him through the halls. Leone was behind them but still between them. Amaya apologized for the lion’s behavior before changing the subject back to the weapon she gave him. She hoped that it would keep him safe when she wasn’t around. She described being pulled towards it and feeling a need to get it as she could only think of him when she examined it. He smiled at those words. [break][break] With Amaya guiding him, Taiyo ended up seeing the paintings and various art work that hung on the wall. Taiyo admired the art and images as Amaya kept guiding him through the halls. Eventually, they came face to face with a large family portrait with what seemed to be Amaya’s family. Her father was a white haired, blue eyed, man dressed in his best western noble attire while her mother was silver haired, snow white eyes, woman dressed in a western style deep blue dress. In her mother’s lap was little Amaya who seemed to be three from the looks of it. She was quite adorable. Even Leone was in the portrait. It was the only one that was saved during the rescue of Amaya and Leone 12 years ago on the day her parents were taken from her which also happened to be that day. Amaya explained that she was visiting them which was why she wasn’t there to greet him or be with Leone during their normal time. ”I’m sorry. I may not know how hard that is but I sympathize with you.” Since Leone didn’t separate their hand holding, Taiyo used his thumb to lightly brush the back of her hand as a means to comfort her.
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[attr="class","posiescroll2"] TL;DR Cyra's text | ~ Taiyo’s spiritual Psychic link with Cyra [break][break] Spells Spell spell spell
Amaya watched the painting in silence as she closed her eyes remembering the very day the painting was commissioned and how long they had to stay still and smiling. She didn't like having to sit still for so long and lord knows getting a mana beast, a cub no less to sit still long enough was a hassle in itself. Her soft smile remained on her face as she opened her eyes again hearing his words.
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"I hold no memory of the night they were killed." She spoke " At first, I didn't want to acknowledge their deaths but over time there was a deep pull inside that I needed to return to where I once lived. Where Leone once lived, where my roots were. it is nothing but a large tree resting there, but sitting under that tree in silence. I can feel their presence. their smiles and hear their voices their embrace. It is a sort of comfort cause it keeps me grounded in acknowledgement that everything can be taken away at any moment and cherishing the things we hold most and telling them every day how much they mean to you. I am sure they wouldn't be fully happy and in time would accept my choice in growth while being here. I am still very much the girl they raised to be a socialite but having the love and care of my cousins, I have grown to being able to hold my own in my own elegant way. Be it not always true nor held together in perfection but I hope at some point I can find a balance that would make my parents proud of Leone and my own growth while making my future self proud." She spoke
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Amaya reached down with her free hand petting the top of Leone's head gently as the mana beast watched the portrait in silence, sitting the very same way he was in the portrait. "They are Proud of you Leone...I hope you know that...you have been the greatest guardian I am sure they could have asked to be left in charge. "She spoke gently to the mana beast as he looked up at her rubbing against her hand in response.
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Amaya turned to the portrait again "Every morning and every time I leave this hall or enter this hall, I know this sounds crazy, but I feel acknowledging them makes me feel a bit more a peace to start my day. Often I can imagine what they would say and honestly as strict as I remember them being. I think honestly they would be supportive, even if they seemed controlling." She spoke "that is just the way I feel they would be. Time has caused a lot of my feelings towards them to fade but having their portrait and this scar on my face helps me remember to keep grounded and remember where I once was and know I can't remain there or go backwards." She spoke turning her head towards him.
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She appreciated his sympathy and the comfort of feeling his thumb creasing the back of her hand. "It is still hard but time has really helped heal that wound and has me really excited for what the future holds as I am not that helpless girl anymore. I have my new support team of you, Leone, Hania, Sol. You all have challenged me to grow in the best ways. You especially always being there, allowing my goofy self, letting me be able to relax and drop being who I should be infront of the outside world. You have accepted me and always believed in my journey and helped me finally achieve my magic. I really do appreciate you as a friend, an fellow magic knight and most of all, a boyfriend that somehow manages to not have any white hairs putting up with my complaining, complicated self." She spoke moving around Leone as she let go of his hand only to wrap her arms around him, giving him a tight embrace.
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Leone rolled his eyes letting out a huff of annoyance of the display as he was sure he made it obvious the first time. However, he would allow it knowing the conversation as he could tell it was purely a need for comfort at the moment.