Ascending Legends

[Dragongal]

Arryn smiled and snuggled close to Dayn. She hoped he wasn't mad at her for seemingly ruining his good mood, but when it felt like he'd just thought she was over-exaggerating her problem, that had stung.

 

[BookWyrm]

"Once this whole ordeal with, well, you know, is sorted out, we're heading over to that property to check it out."

 

[Dragongal]

It took a moment for Arryn to process what Dayn had said, but when she did, she looked up at him and grinned before nuzzling against his cheek. "I would love that, mo chroi."

 

[BookWyrm]

The two lazed around as long as possible before Dayn called for a bath to be prepared. Though there wasn't a two person tub they had two tubs moved side by side, so it was close-ish. Even as Dayn eased down into the warm water, though, he didn't plan on cleaning up just yet. "Don't get in a rush hon. Break fast will still be ready by the time we finally get down there."

 

[Dragongal]

Arryn sighed as she eased into the warm water. "But breakfast sounds so good right now."

 

[BookWyrm]

"Yes, but so does soaking in warm water and then walking through the vineyards at the base of the Dragon's Tail."

 

[Dragongal]

"Dragon's tail? Hm. Well, my interest is piqued." Arryn chuckled a bit and gave him a smile. Soon after, Arryn was sitting on the bed, dressed, and brushing her hair patiently.

 

[BookWyrm]

Dayn had pulled on a pair of pants before starting his stretches. It felt good to be moving, and he also knew Arryn enjoyed the show. "I'll have to take you to the Dragon's Tail sometime. Beautiful countryside and one of the most spectacular mountain ranges in the South, of course with wine and cheese."

 

[Dragongal]

"Mm, once we fix the current problems, I will happily go with you." Arryn chuckled as she watched Dayn stretch for a bit, then set to braiding her hair, finishing it by tying it tightly with the grey ribbon Dayn had given her.

 

[BookWyrm]

Dayn raised his hands over his head and leaned back before walking to the bed and plopping down beside Arryn. "You look beautiful.", he said as he smiled and rubbed her back.

 

[Dragongal]

Arryn flopped back next to him and kissed his cheek. "Thank you, mo chroi. Now, can we get breakfast yet? I'm hungry."

 

[BookWyrm]

Dayn gave a couple of kisses before getting back up and searching for a shirt. Once his torso was clothed he led Arryn down the stairs and to the dining room. Breakfast was still warm, thankfully, yet the rest of the family seemed to have picked at the food and dispersed.

 

[Dragongal]

Arryn took her fill of food and sat down at the table next to Dayn. The house was oddly quiet. It made her wonder if another attack had occurred and they were discussing tactics. One of the house cats - kitten, really - climbed up onto Arryn's lap, and she obediently pet it, starting it purring. Arryn grinned at the little furball and forgot about her breakfast momentarily.

 

[BookWyrm]

Dayn smiled as he watched Arryn and the kitten. "One of them must of had a liter over the winter." He took a sip from his coffee before leaning in, brushing Arryn's hair back, and kissing her neck, for no reason than just to kiss her.

 

[Dragongal]

Arryn shuddered a bit before leaning in to nuzzle Dayn's cheek a bit before returning her attention to the tiny grey tabby in her lap. Arryn dearly hoped that Dayn's sisters didn't like to "play" with this cat in particular.

 

[BookWyrm]

Dayn reached over and scratched under the kitten's chin, smiling when he heard it purring. "You seem to be quite taken with it. Do you want to keep it?"

 

[Dragongal]

Arryn looked at Dayn for a moment, then shook her head. "We couldn't have a cat, Dayn, we travel too much and get into too many fights."

 

[BookWyrm]

"I wanted to offer anyway." Dayn gave a sad smile and a quiet sigh. Sometimes a life of traveling and fighting could be a pain. "How about when we finally retire and open that inn you were talking about?"

 

[Dragongal]

Arryn chuckled a bit. "Aren't we a bit young for retirement?" Dayn had given her an idea, though. She would need a trip into the merchant district, but she could do it. The kitten mewed quietly and hopped off her lap, walking off to find its mother for some milk. That was when she realized that she hadn't finished her breakfast. Once that was done, she sighed contently and looked to Dayn. "So, what now?"

 

[BookWyrm]

Dayn led Arryn into an open air garden and looked up at the cloud cover. It was still raining, and the sky looked like it would provide lightning and rain for some time. "Well, the rain has let up for now. We could wander into the markets, if you want."

 

[Dragongal]

Arryn smiled and nodded. "I would like that. Would you like me to cast a shield over us as we walk so we don't get wet?"

 

[BookWyrm]

Dayn shook his head as he smiled. "Don't bother. I know some good places to dry off if it gets bad."

 

[Dragongal]

Arryn smiled a bit and took his hand in hers. "Okay." Once they were in the market area, Arryn stopped into a couple of regent shops and made a few small purchases. Around noon Arryn asked, "So, where to now?"

 

[BookWyrm]

"Welllll, we could go back to the manor and rest, or we could go visit a sauna. Maybe you'd like a stroll down by the river? Our options are wide open."

 

[Dragongal]

Arryn looked to Dayn at a moment. Did he really forget...? Arryn took his hand in hers, running her thumb over the scarring on his palm. "Mo chroi, I don't think a sauna is a good idea for either of us. Too much risk." Arryn thought for a few moments, then suggested, "We could visit the elven garden...?"