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abraxaslogs2022-05-16 07:11 pm
wiedzminka) wrote in abraxaslogs2022-05-16 07:11 pm
[ CLOSED ] I've been tryna catch a fever dream
Who: Ciri and Viktor; later, Jayce
When: early June
Where: the desert outside Cadens, the crater around the Singularity, the ocean!!, Aquila, Cadens again
What: it's an adventure!!!! that nobody asked for!!
Warnings: blood, violence (mostly against monsters, probably)
[ When Viktor reached out to her to ask if Ciri would be willing to go with him outside Cadens soon, she hadn't thought much of it. Viktor had always seemed so curious when she would come back with supplies for him, or specimens to study; and she loves talking about her work, and would often share details while he took notes, or answer question after question when he showed particular interest. It is perfectly expected, then, that he should want to explore on his own sometime -- or, rather, not on his own but with her accompaniment, considering he might have a difficult time by himself.
But Ciri doesn't ask questions. She helps find and rent a horse for the trip -- "probably just a few hours, back before nightfall," she tells the stable -- and meets Viktor at his workshop in the morning, upon the agreed time. It's early, barely sunrise, while the cool air still lingers and dew clings to the sparse vegetation.
Ciri walks up leading Nixie on one side, while her mare shoots dirty looks at the dun gelding she's picked out for Viktor, chosen for his easy temperament and the stable's promises that he's perfect for first-time riders.
Nixie's tail flicks impatiently. Ciri stops in front of the workshop, nudging her with a shoulder to push the two horses further apart. ]
You are being such a pest. [ The horse. Not Viktor.
Viktor gets a smile and a greeting. ]
Ready to go?
When: early June
Where: the desert outside Cadens, the crater around the Singularity, the ocean!!, Aquila, Cadens again
What: it's an adventure!!!! that nobody asked for!!
Warnings: blood, violence (mostly against monsters, probably)
[ When Viktor reached out to her to ask if Ciri would be willing to go with him outside Cadens soon, she hadn't thought much of it. Viktor had always seemed so curious when she would come back with supplies for him, or specimens to study; and she loves talking about her work, and would often share details while he took notes, or answer question after question when he showed particular interest. It is perfectly expected, then, that he should want to explore on his own sometime -- or, rather, not on his own but with her accompaniment, considering he might have a difficult time by himself.
But Ciri doesn't ask questions. She helps find and rent a horse for the trip -- "probably just a few hours, back before nightfall," she tells the stable -- and meets Viktor at his workshop in the morning, upon the agreed time. It's early, barely sunrise, while the cool air still lingers and dew clings to the sparse vegetation.
Ciri walks up leading Nixie on one side, while her mare shoots dirty looks at the dun gelding she's picked out for Viktor, chosen for his easy temperament and the stable's promises that he's perfect for first-time riders.
Nixie's tail flicks impatiently. Ciri stops in front of the workshop, nudging her with a shoulder to push the two horses further apart. ]
You are being such a pest. [ The horse. Not Viktor.
Viktor gets a smile and a greeting. ]
Ready to go?
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[It is nice, to be saying things like that, knowing they’ll be back in Cadens soon. Even half a day ago, that had seemed like an impossibility. He manages to sound a little grateful, that they’re real
Still, he can tell that Ciri is troubled. He decides not to press the issue, instead focusing on the last few stitches. When he’s finished, he sets aside the bloody equipment in a tray.]
Okay. I’m going to bandage this, now.
[Signaling that, at the very least, the worst of it is over.]
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[ She nods to show she heard the warning, sitting up a bit more to give him room and moving her arm as needed. Already, she's tired again, despite having just woken up. It's not the wounds -- those are mild, by her standards. But she's used her magic a lot more than she usually does, across much greater distances, and then fighting and swimming that far after all that has left her whole body feeling rather weak in a way Ciri does not appreciate. She'll eat more; that should help. Rest a few hours longer, then go searching for their transportation.
Once Viktor is finished, Ciri gingerly moves her arm, testing her shoulder, and offers him a tired but heartfelt smile. ]
Feels better already.
I'm glad you're here.
[ She hadn't meant to drag him along but, perhaps selfishly, she's relieved at least she's not alone. ]