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Post by Lovely on Oct 12, 2012 4:25:20 GMT -5
Art only laughed at the last statement, its not that she wanted to keep this young woman prisoner, but it was hard to tell with royalty. She leaned back away from the princess as she leaned to her side, adjusting herself for rest. "Its getting late little one" she began, "perhaps in the morning we'll venture further and discuss more of this, you young ones so full of life and spirit almost makes me wish...I was...young again" the woman yawned in between her words, until eventually she dozed off into a light slumber.
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Post by Kiri on Oct 12, 2012 18:06:05 GMT -5
Ariesti watched as the woman laid down. She felt wide-awake and energized... and scared. She had never slept out in the wild before, and the thought that something could come up and attack them worried her... despite her saying that they were pretty much alone. With a heavy sigh, the Princess laid back, then on to her side with her arms folded under her head. Within seconds, the Princess passed out.
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The morning looked the same as when she fell asleep. It was all still dark, or dimmed rather, and Ariesti slowly sat up. With a chill in the air, and a light dew on her pale skin, the Princess wrapped her arms around herself and frowned. Her back was aching, her neck hurt, she felt tired; she was definitely not used to the feeling.Slowly, Ariesty pushed herself to sit up, then slowly stand and stretch her legs. She paced around their small camp, careful to not startle anything, or anyone.
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Post by Lovely on Oct 12, 2012 20:10:00 GMT -5
Tough she did not realize it Art was not there, she was standing behind her, she knew if she spoke she would startled her. She smirked as she dropped their meal for that morning. "I went hunting" she began as she dropped a dead wild pig. It was then that she dropped to her knees and began to gut the beast in front of Ari. It was their breakfast, and though it seemed mean, it was the cycle of life. "We'll feast, and after we'll continue on."
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Post by Kiri on Oct 12, 2012 20:45:46 GMT -5
Ariesti fought with everything she had to not scream when Art spoke behind her. Heart racing, she slowly turned to look at Art gutting the pig. With a frown, she quickly looked away. Of course she knew it was the way of life, but it still bothered her. With a deep breath, the Princess knelt down beside her and watched her. "What can I do?" She asked and looked at her from the side. "Should I start the fire again?"
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Post by Lovely on Oct 14, 2012 18:57:07 GMT -5
Art ignored her for a bit but eventually responded to her suggestion to getting a fire started, "do what you feel up to it princess, just don't be scared in getting those hands of yours dirty" she answered as she finished gutting the animal. She seperated the good from the bad, and turned to the princess as she waited to see how the princess would react to how she had responded to the girl. Despite her being a princess, Art wasn't about to treat her like, in the wilds of Treset they were both one in the same.
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Post by Kiri on Oct 14, 2012 21:14:22 GMT -5
"I'm not afraid to get dirty. You really should stop comparing me to all the other Princess's you've dealt with." Ariesti mumbled under her breath as she moved towards the fire once more and started to toss a few other pieces of wood into the fire. As Art continued to mess with the pig, Ari poked and prodded at the fire, building it up and getting it hot. "I'm not like the others..." She stated softly and looked at Art; her normally relaxed, graceful face full on annoyance. She really didn't know Ariesti, and Ariesti didn't know her. Ari took a deep breath in, and slowly released the sigh.
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Post by Lovely on Oct 15, 2012 7:32:49 GMT -5
Art smirked, they dined, they bagged their bags and prepared to go off on their adventure. It was a matter of time before they got to Van Hallen, the place was dark and death could be smelt from every corner of Van Hallen. Art turned to look at the princess as she nudged her head to the left hinting that they would enter the pub that was stationed there. The pub was a log house, people could be heard laughing behind the walls and Art continued on as she swung the door open. The laughing ceased and Art made her way to the counter, as she heard multiple hinting about her race, and the color of her flesh. It was clear that not many of this town folk have seen a teifling, especially one with such a dark cloud looming over her head. She had a history and people didn't care about it, they seemed more focused on the woman's being.
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Post by Kiri on Oct 15, 2012 10:18:13 GMT -5
The rest of the time the duo walked on to Van Hallen, Ariesti remained quiet; observing the scenery of Treset first hand. Once in the village, Ari could instantly feel the instant change in the atmosphere. Her body tensed up; she felt uneasy. At the noticed to move to the tavern, Ariesti hesitantly moved towards the laughing. After the door was opened and the laughing ceased... Ari slowly stepped in after Art.
The bartender stood behind the counter; his bright silver-pale white eyes focused on Art the entire time-- had it not been for the black lining around the iris or for the pupils, his eyes would look entirely white. Behind him, a long, black bare tail flicked back and forth. He narrowed his eyes and looked back at Ariesti. He was cleaning a glass and slowly shifted his eyes back to look at Art. "Allo... Long time no see." He stated to Art, a rather thick accent trinkling from his voice; it being evident he knew who she was. Many of the others feared her; it was evident in their body posture... but not his. He looked rather amused by her presence. Her presence only meant she was up to no good. "What can I do for you and the...." He paused and looked at Ariesti. "...Princess..." He stated and gave a very grin; showing Ariesti all his sharp, pointed fanged teeth. Ariesti shivered and looked him over, then quickly looked away. He shifted his eyes over Ariesti, then back to Art. "He must be looking for her. The whole of Van Hallen heard about the shipwreck just outside of Treset." He chuckled. He leaned in, "They'll be here soon, you know. I've heard they've been looking for her all night; since they made it to port." He leaned back and continued to clean the class. "But Lady Art... what is it that you need?" He asked yet again, set the glass down and spread his arms out as he rested his hands upon the bar. "You never idly wander into the bar..." He stated with a smirk and eyed her over as he normally did. "Not that I don't enjoy your company." He chuckled.
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Post by Lovely on Oct 16, 2012 8:42:01 GMT -5
"You know how it is, you start packing things, you need to restock, I understand that this town is going through alot this year, and stocking isn't something you people can afford I just need a small amount of things, and perhaps leave on my marry way" She began as she leaned over the bar table exposing a small amount of cleavage while doing so. Despite the woman being a Teifling she was attractive none the less, her eyes a nice yellow glowing under the shimmering glow of the latterns that were scattered across the room. Though the town folk feared her more than anything. "...We'll also need shelter for the night, and perhaps a nice meal as well, we've traveled a long way from here, and I understand that the king and Queen will be looking anywhere by now, and frankly I am not surprise if they stop here like you said, but its ok we're prepared for that"
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Post by Kiri on Oct 16, 2012 14:43:55 GMT -5
Ariesti kept glancing around the bar as the two spoke. While it was true she wasn't in her usual "royal" attire, people could definitely spot she wasn't an average citizen as the items she wore were of high quality, and specially made and tailored for her. With a hard swallow, she leaned over to Art, "I don't think it's safe for me to stay here..." She mumbled, concerned for her safety.
"Don't worry, child," The bartender began, his eyes still focused intently on Art. "You are with more than just a temporary savior... but with a guardian. She will protect you until you are in the right hands, once more." He stated and glanced down at the cleavage the woman had exposed. With a smirk, Svein looked back into her eyes, "and of course you can shelter and a nice meal." He stated and leaned back. "Might clean out the tavern for the night, after people find out about a Teifling being here." He chuckled and set the glass down. "And maybe by the time you two are settled in, they will come for her and you'll be rid of a burden." He winked. "She really has his features. It's hard not to mistake her for one of his offspring." He added and finally looked Ariesti over. He shook his head and gave a scoff, "I shall provide you with all the supplies you need, Art." He said with another glance over her. "Would you like two rooms or one?" He asked and walked down the counter and grabbed a piece of paper.
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Post by Lovely on Oct 16, 2012 14:56:40 GMT -5
"...One" The woman's smile rose wider as her eyes met Svein, it was clear the two had a history. The woman could agree a hundred percent with the man as he stated about the princess looking like her father. The girl had his dark hair, and featured unlike all the other princesses and princes that the king had, Ari was the closest in resemblance. She smirked as he hinted on getting rid of her, but her intentions were much more pure then that. "Oh Svein the princess is indeed in safe hands, but why would I want to get rid of her so soon, its alot easier for an old broad like me to have such a young companion...mmmh, its been a while old friend, and I thank you for the help..."
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Post by Kiri on Oct 16, 2012 18:50:07 GMT -5
Svein stood in front of the two women. "And what would you two lovely ladies like to eat?" He asked and gave a small wink to Art. "we could make anything." He stated and looked at Ariesti, "But I'm doubting you know anything outside of food from a castle. Perhaps you," he turned to Art, "should order her something since you know the items." He stated and walked down to another customer that dared to sit near Art a few seats down.
Ariesti looked at Art and sighed heavily. "I'll just... have some chicken if that's here, at least." She mumbled and lightly scratched the back of her neck. "He knows my father as well?" She asked her softly; although it was already out there that she was a princess. "You don't have to answer this but... why don't people like your type?" She asked softly and looked Art over.
Svein came back after making the other customer's drink. He was wiping his hands off on a towel. "So, have you decided?" He asked and looked between the two.
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Post by Lovely on Oct 19, 2012 9:31:36 GMT -5
"Chicken roasted for the Princess, and I'll have your finest slain bore thank you" Art loved bore, and as she made her way to a nice place to sit with the princess, her eyes remained on Svein, there was indeed a connection between the two, and though she not say out loud, her eyes yearned for him, and hoped he felt the same.
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Post by Kiri on Oct 19, 2012 22:10:15 GMT -5
“As you wish, milady.” Svein grinned and watched as the two women walked to a table. He didn’t hide the fact that he let his eyes drop down to her rear, then raise up to look over her body. Human, or lack-there-of, he was definitely attracted to her. “Vlaint, take over for a while.” He instructed to another man as he walked past him to place their order for their food. The man nodded, and watched as Svein grabbed a few drinks and walked over to the women.
“Fatal attraction?” Ariesti asked softly to Art after she had observed how the woman was watching Svein. She had often seen that same look in Lucas’ eyes when he spoke of the Queen, or when someone brought her up. “I know that look.” She defended, then quickly fell silent as Svein came over to them with three drinks. He took a seat beside Art and set the drinks in front of them all. “Enjoy, drinks on the house, ladies.” He stated and pulled one of the ales over. “Brewed here.” He added and looked from Art to Ariesti. “Although, Princess, you seem more of a wine drinker…” He pushed over a particular mug to her. “Also made here.” He stated, held his mug up and winked at her from the top.
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Post by Lovely on Oct 20, 2012 11:19:06 GMT -5
Art only formed a smile as she listened to Art...he heart began to race as Svein approached them with drinks. "Thank you" she thanked him and tilted her head to the side for Ari to do the same. The way she was acting was completely different from the Art that was out there in the pumpkin cemetery. She was alot more womanly and slightly timid when Svein neared her almost like an adolescent girl. She took a drink out of the ale that was given to her, her hair falling over her face. "I'm glad I came back to Van Hallen"
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