Katsuya
Magical artist
- Wild Flower -
“Dearie, you threw a lance at Nuala. Buddy defended you and took the hit. If that’s not acts of bravery, then I’m not brave either.“ Wild cooed, patting Vidya’s arm before sliding off her lap to sit on the ground, just accepting Buddy’s pudgy finger’s rubs. “Thank you, dearie. Sweet Buddy, I hope you are doing okay? The burn doesn’t hurt?” She asked worryingly as dark elf as she made her way to ask Trosdan. Still smiling as the ground trembled from the ogre moving and sitting next to her, thinking that perhaps Buddy just needed to feel happy again.
The white rabbit looked up at Dorian and smiled, brows furrowed humbly. “If you don’t mind carrying an old crone like me, sure. Thank you, young one.”
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She was so happy to see the sun’s dying light, out of the rotten shoulder caverns and into fresh cold crisp air. Wild Flower was happy and relieved that some of Trosdan’s people were still alive, running for their lives. When the tribal young man showed his thanks by offering a chocobo, the old rabbit cocked a brow up high. Her smile twisted into an amused grin. “My, my. It’s almost like you’re saying ‘Thank you.’, Trosdan.” She teased lightly, patting his thin leg gratefully with a rough textured paw. She let the young ones choose which chocobo to take, she didn‘t mind walking down.
When they actually let her walk. My goodness, just for mentioning about going down the spiral stairs on her own, Vidya hopped all over her, saying she needs to lay off her burns. Wild couldn’t argue back, quietly accepting the care. Saying ‘Thank you’ for the herbs on her burns, barely flinching despite feeling the harsh stings on her red skin. However when Trosdan decided to stay behind and wanted
to be alone, the rabbit gave him a haunted look of understanding, her grin not as light as before. Her ashy ears wilted slightly as she looked back at the tunnel entrance. The subtle sound of people screaming and children crying echoed within her thoughts, she can almost smell the burning dead bodies again. The cackling and sparks from swords colliding, men telling orders as lives were gone with a swing from a familiar armor that had a familiar crest—
She closed her eyes and took a deep breathe.
”. . . Stay well, young one. May you be at peace as well.” Wild Flower muttered at Trosdan after a quiet moment, hopping away from the mourning young one.
As Wild rose on Buddy’s shoulder and watched Vidya ride with Dorian, she tilted her head. Listening to the far fetched tales. She couldn’t really believe his so called ‘true stories’ being true, but considering they live in a world where demons are real, she can’t exactly call out his stories either. Anything can happen, after all. “They do sound familiar. I’m going to guess you’ll be writing about this adventure too? I’ll be looking out for it.” She told Dorian.
”Of course you two can stay with us. I’m sure you’ll be welcomed.”
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Wild Flower sat next to Buddy, a soft pillow to sit on as she calmly watched the young one take over the chores for tonight. She wanted to keep Buddy and Dorian occupied so the others can focus on other things for now. She chuckled quietly, feeling the bonfire’s warm air wave her fur a bit. Underneath the old human cotton shirt, is bandages wrapped around her legs and back. She sipped on the subtle carrot-cinnamon tea, holding it with her bandaged paws.
She expected the worry from Sassy, however... she didn’t expect to be fussed over from the others too. Not to this level. Still she will not complain as she gets to have a night off of not doing chores. The rabbit noticed Moss’ and L’s curious stares after seeing her scars and when Vidya recounted their adventure, however the rabbit stayed quiet about it. Just waving it off as ‘It’s just some old scars~’. It was rather interesting how she didn’t flinch or scream when L healed her, just resisted to scratch as her fur started to grow back. Like a habit from training.
It seems like Isa decided to stay back at Sanctuary too, keeping an eye on things over there. He sounded worried too when he heard of what happened. Okay, not worried. More like he was ready to go with Max to kick Trosdan’s butt, but Wild waved them off. “Just leave him alone. He has enough regrets right now.” Still the redhead had asked her if she wanted anything from him and she mentioned about checking the items she brought from the underground tunnels. “I just want to know what they do. Maybe we have a use for them in the long run.” She said in the message link. He agreed.
So now, she is sitting next to Buddy and Dorian peacefully, eating Moss’ delicious meal. Right when she was done, the old rabbit hobbled her way inside, saying her good night as her bones stayed to tire out. Telling Vidya to stay with the others. “I can at least go up these stairs, no problem.“ Wild flower said, grinning widely before hopping inside the darkened caravan. The bonfire outside outlined some of the surfaces, making it easy for her to go upstairs, and into the girls’ room. She hopped to the nightstand, hopped onto the surface, and sat down. Knowing that the others would not be able to see her due to her height behind the wall. Staring up at the silent moon with a melancholy smile. Her red eyes watered. That memory earlier today...she didn’t know when she survived that or why she is still alive after so long...but she always wished her four friends were with her too. If only that were possible...If only...
”I watched over the young ones today, Lady Elizabeth. I bet that pompous Good is frothing in the mouth from shock by how strong I am now.” She chuckled, shaking her head. Sad in her amusement. “I can hear her already. ‘About time!’ Hahah...Yea, I’m not ready to be part of the Earth yet. Not until I keep our promise.”
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