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Post by Vail on Feb 13, 2023 22:54:47 GMT -5
Oh how Vail longed to be anywhere else right now. The cold wind battered against his heavy coat as pushed his way through the snow covered streets of The Pale City. Flurries kept his eyes from opening more than a squint, much to his annoyance on such a dark night. His only guide was a dim light piercing the contrast of white and black. Just a bit more, then he could finally have that warmth he so eagerly desired. He gazed upon the stone exterior of his destination with middling expectations.
The Winter’s Howl, at the very least the winter part fit. He had hoped the howl meant this place offered him some at least some excitement in this wretched, frozen wasteland. The thick wooden door offered some promise at the very least, no doubt some manner of warmth awaited him on the other side. As he entered, he was immediately greeted by the confused eyes of many locals. Clearly, they weren’t used to seeing an ash lander, few would willing cross the sea and even fewer would survive a trek westward.
With a smile he took a seat at closest table to the fire, the other occupants of the table quickly changing seats to give him ample room by the fire. Ah, one of the better perks of carrying such an intimidating aura, people tended to give him appropriate distance wherever he decided to sit. Right as he was settling in, he heard the entrance door open behind him. He turned around eager to see who else was brave enough to weather this cold night.
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Post by Caspian Halonen on Feb 14, 2023 21:03:59 GMT -5
In the doorway stood a familiar boy, bundled up and leaning heavily on his cane. He greeted a few as he entered, satchel at his side with his journal. He had been exploring the town since they last met after talking with his parents and stating he would be living his life and seeing the world as he always wanted. At first there was lots of push back but after a while of talking and convincing they had agreed so for now he was adjusting to exploring the town before stepping into anything big. He paused as he saw a familiar figure and hobbled over quickly "Vail!"
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Post by Vail on Mar 25, 2023 19:34:00 GMT -5
Vail looks over his shoulder with a surprised expression, he wasn’t anyone to possibly recognize him here, much less the person the voice belonged to. Before him stood a young man he'd met earlier into the year, just as things started to change for him. “Caspian, never expected to see you in a frozen wasteland like this. Needless to say, it looks like you took my advice. Good on you. What brings you out here?” The boy seemed much more rugged than before, gone was the frail young man he had to escort to local tavern. He still walked with a limp, but it didn’t seem to slow him down like it used to. The winds of Frost Gale couldn’t be good for his sickness, he’d best get something warm and fast. As much as he would like to order the timid man a hard drink, it was probably better that he get something actually filling in him. “One order of soup.” Vail barked as he leaned backwards, looking past Caspian to the bartender.
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Post by Caspian Halonen on Mar 26, 2023 12:03:18 GMT -5
“I was traveling and heard of an ash lander here in the tavern. I was hoping it would be you” he smiled. He was wearing a thick coat and had a better and stronger cane he had been gifted for his travels that was strapped to his arm as he moved over to him and sat down “it’s good to see you again! What brings you here?” He asked tilting his head curiously “oh! Happy hearth day by the way!” He smiled as he looked at him wondering if he was here for a date or something of that nature. A part of him secretly hoped that was not the case but he would wait for the others answer before anything else.
”ah you don’t have to order me anything if that’s what you’re doing” he waved his free hand his cheeks tinting from more than just the cold at that as he was surprised by the kindness of the other all over again
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Post by Vail on Mar 27, 2023 13:48:26 GMT -5
A slight look of unease came over Vail’s face. An ash lander, here? Could that felblood be digging around after the incident on the ship? He hadn’t been here long so it couldn’t be him. He’ll have to do something digging once he finds some free time. Whatever rumors are going around couldn’t be good. Maybe that guard he knocked out got more of a glimpse of him than he thought.
“I’m just passing through, looking for work as usual. I just got here myself so whatever rumors you heard aren’t related to me.”
His eyes hinted to the young man to drop the subject there. His sabotage of a cargo ship at the frozen docks was something needed to keep close to his chest.
“Hearth day? Never heard of it. Sounds like something for people with less to deal with on their plate.”
He didn’t show much interest in whatever holiday it happened to be. What was more concerning to him was the boy’s condition.
“Nonsense, just because you’re out your own doesn’t mean you can ignore the elements. Frost Gale’s cold has killed much stronger men than you or me. Your naivety still hasn’t changed from what I see.”
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Post by Caspian Halonen on Mar 28, 2023 10:19:54 GMT -5
“Ah no rumors! Just one or two people surprised us all!” He smiled and said nothing more on the subject as he enjoyed the others company. “Oh! Heath day is a day of lovers to celebrate or for those who don’t have them. I always wanted to celebrate but never had either” he replied explaining it the best he could. He was still a bit surprised by the others concern and it certainly caused his face to tint more red as he smiled like an idiot “thank you bail I appreciate it” he remarked happily. “I have a favor I’d like to ask of you if you don’t mind since we are both here though…” he started and rubbed his arm a bit “would you um… would you mind spending hearthday with me? N-not as a couple or anything of course but as friends or s-something you know?” He asked glancing up at the other. He knew it was something that most likely didn’t interest the other but he had some hope that maybe he would agree and at the least they could spend the day as friends. He felt foolish and embarassed after the words had left him hoping the other wouldn’t completely reject him
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Post by Vail on Apr 26, 2023 19:10:02 GMT -5
"Sure, why not, we are friends after all." Vail replied without a hint of hesitation.
Caspian was just as shy as ever, not that Vail was surprised. Being trapped in a cage your entire life will do that to person. Even the most seasoned adventurer could find difficultly socializing with others. Hell if he wasn't so blunt or manipulative with everyone he would be nervous himself. If he could grant Caspian a small bit of confidence, he didn't mind spending his night of drinking with him.
"So what have you been up to? What kind of adventures have you been on?" Vail asked curiously, eager to see if the boy really had stepped out his shell.
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Post by Caspian Halonen on May 9, 2023 9:39:44 GMT -5
“R-really?!” He asked surprised and amazed as he looked at the other still quite pink. He smiled brightly and relaxed some as he sat across from the other “ah I’ve been helping where I can around Charon and exploring what I can. I haven’t made it too terribly far just year but it’s been amazing so far” he replied happily “I plan on seeing moonglade next” he replied “oh! And I got you some things on the way!” He smiled and pulled a little bag from his backpack.
Opening it would reveal different little items from locations he had been. He then pulled out a little bag of sweets “my research showed it is customary to give sweets to loved ones on hearth day so I picked these up on my way to the tavern!” He explained proudly “I hope they suit your taste.” He added looking over the things he had gotten the other. Bracelets and small fine things. He then looked up to the other again “so how about you? What have you been up to vail?” He asked as he tilted his head a little waiting to hear what the other would say and such
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Post by Caspian Halonen on Jan 28, 2024 13:28:19 GMT -5
After a while with the other seeming disinterested and semi awkward attempts at getting to know the other better, Caspian apologized if he was intruding and stood to take his leave, giving a small slightly sad and awkward smile "well um...h-happy hearth day vail...I wish you all the best...thank you for everything." he replied before turning and swiftly limping away with the help of his cane. A swirl of emotions filled him as his ears and face were bright red with embarrassment, wandering off to leave the other to his day. He messed with his satchel some wondering what to do with the gift inside now.
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