Ascending Legends

[BookWyrm]

"I know the risk, but the sauna has private rooms if you are interested for a later time. For now, I think the elven garden will do." Once they were inside the elven garden Dayn pulled Arryn into a warm hug. "I haven't forgotten anything, but I also know that we can't let them hold us back from everything."

 

[Dragongal]

Arryn sighed and relaxed into Dayn's arms as he hugged her. She knew how concerned Dayn had been about anyone finding out his lycanthropy, especially from his scars. After a moment, Arryn nestled her head into the crook of his neck. "I know. I just want to play it safe for the moment, mo chroi. With everything going on, it's best to play it safe, at least for right now.

 

[BookWyrm]

"You are such a sweetheart." Dayn nuzzled Arryn's cheek before playfully nibbling on her ear.

 

[Dragongal]

Arryn giggled a bit before pulling away. She sighed and looked around the garden. "It's hard to believe we were here only a season ago...."

 

[BookWyrm]

Dayn kept hold of at least one of Arryn's hands as she pulled away, moving up close to her as they looked about the enchanting area. "A lot has happened during that season. More than I ever care to have happen again."

 

[Dragongal]

Arryn smiled a bit and quietly joked, "Was our wedding really that bad?"

 

[BookWyrm]

Dayn's eyebrows shot up as he laughed. Albeit a very funny joke, it was quite unexpected. "How could I think poorly of the best day of my life?" Dayn started to laugh again before cutting himself off short. A mist was rolling through several yards out, and something was standing amidst it, staring at them.

 

[Dragongal]

Arryn had been laughing with Dayn, though her eyes widened with concern as she paused to see what Dayn was staring at. That better be the white wolf on two legs because I swear to the gods if it tries to attack us.... Arryn had her magic and her dagger and nothing else. But that had been more than enough for her before. And at this moment, she was protective of her husband, which added a rather large boon.

 

[BookWyrm]

Dayn held his arm out in front of Arryn as he put himself between her and whatever was facing them. Even with enhanced senses Dayn was having troubles seeing through the mist. Magic. Slowly, the being stepped forward. All sound seemed to be fading away as it closed the distance. Dayn knew there was enough shadow around them already that he could fight if the need arose. He felt his body tense when he saw antlers appear on the being's head. "If it charges, run.", Dayn whispered as he lowered into a fighting stance.


"Be still," a deep, calming voice called out from the mist. "I mean you no harm."

 

[Dragongal]

"Then tell us who you are, or dispel the mist," Arryn replied quickly, almost with a growl. If it had to keep its presence a secret, could it truly be called an ally? Arryn was waiting on Dayn's judgment in this area.

 

[BookWyrm]

A light chuckle was the reply. "I am neither mage nor keeper of the mists. But, I can oblige a request." The being stepped forward and out of the mist, revealing to Dayn and Arryn a cervitaur.

 

[Dragongal]

Arryn relaxed a bit and stepped out of her defensive stance. Interesting being, but why show itself to them...? "To what do we owe the pleasure of meeting...?"

 

[BookWyrm]

The cervitaur, now that he was in clear view, was actually armored and equipped with a great bow. "It would by a disservice to the realm for me not to see about wanderers in the garden. Though, now that I see you wear the tokens of the realm, I am less inclined to worry over either of you." Dayn looked at the necklace he wore, the one he had received from the garden a season ago. "Has the garden been attacked?"


"Nay, the magic here is too powerful even for such a perversion as the wendigo. But one can never be too careful."

 

[Dragongal]

Arryn relaxed fully and looked the certivaur over. He seemed to present no threat. "Sorry if we're trespassing. It's just... this is where we can get away from people. And there are times that we need that." Arryn paused for a moment, and took Dayn's hand discreetly, squeezing it tightly for a moment. Why was the griffin-shaped scar on the nape of her neck burning...? None of her other scars, just that one. It was an odd feeling that seemed to make her very spine tingle. Was it something with her bloodline? Or perhaps something with Siochana? They were a bit far South for that, but it wasn't impossible. This felt different, though.... Why would she feel so odd if it was just the banshee effects? "Is it safe to assume you're the guardian here...?"

 

[BookWyrm]

"One of, yes. Our duties to the garden are not always permanent, and it was my time to serve." The cervitaur turned and looked off towards the distance as the breeze blew. "I must be going. Always know that this garden is open to you and safe, no matter what ailments befall the world outside." Within seconds the cervitaur had stepped into the mist and disappeared from sight once more.

 

[Dragongal]

Arryn sighed and leaned against Dayn. That tingling feeling was fading, as was the pain on her scar. Should she tell Dayn...? No, it as likely nothing.... "Well... it's nice to know that this place is safe, if nowhere else."

 

[BookWyrm]

Dayn looked around the garden and shivered. "I'm kinda cold." He hugged up against Arryn and smiled. "Better."

 

[Dragongal]

Arryn smiled and took off her cloak and wrapped it around Dayn's shoulders before hugging him tightly. "You come down from the North and think this to be cold?" Arryn nuzzled against Dayn's neck a bit. "Whatever shall I do with you?"

 

[BookWyrm]

"Well, in all honesty the mist was a little cool and damp, and with the wind blowing I might have been a little chilled, buuuut this was mostly an excuse to hug you. Not that I need one, though."

 

[Dragongal]

Arryn giggled a bit and kissed Dayn's cheek. "Of course you don't need a reason." Arryn pulled him in for another hug, then sighed contently. "Want to stay here all day, or do you have a plan?"

 

[BookWyrm]

"We can stay." Dayn looked around the area for somewhere to set up a spot to rest. He spied a tree with a dry spot under the overhanging branches. "Come on, we can set up under that."

 

[Dragongal]

Once they were settled, Arryn leaned against Dayn for a bit before saying, "I have a surprise. Do you want it now or later? If you want it now, you'll have to look away for a few minutes while I prepare it."

 

[BookWyrm]

"Well, since you brought it up, how about now?" Dayn kissed Arryn's nose, leaned back, and closed his eyes. "I promise I won't look."

 

[Dragongal]

Arryn pulled out her supplies and set to work with her back facing Dayn. It was a tricky spell, but not exceptionally difficult. When she was done, she picked up a small grey cat with green eyes and white socks and laid her in Dayn's lap. Arryn was beaming, proud of her accomplishment, and excited to see Dayn's response.

 

[BookWyrm]

Dayn had been faithful to his word, although he might have dosed slightly. When Arryn placed something in his lap Dayn froze. "Arryn?" He slowly leaned up and opened his eyes to peak, only for both of them to widen in surprise. "Arryn," he laughed as he started to pet the cat, "What is this?"