Hoshi)

[22:54] Majora nods. Honestly, his taste of climate was similar to Nubia's- especially given that he's lived in a mostly warm climate for most of his life. Besides.. anywhere near Aegis was a fuck no.

"Well, yes.. we would absolutely -love- to have you with us, Nubia. Not even just to have you here with us. But to also show you what it's like to have a real home with people that care deeply for you. Again.. something you've been missing out on, but deserve."

There's a gentle trilling that emits from his harp, slow and heartfelt- imitating piano keys as the motes joyously swirl around Nubia's form and fade.

"I do remember you telling me about your affliction and what using magic does to you. Finding happiness.. in others I suppose that's good enough. I should better apply my focus to making sure that you're well accommodated when you're around us.

I'll justhave to accept that. And make sure you get all of the warmth that you were missing out on."

He nods. Keeping what he had to say rather short this time as he Squeezes Hoshi's form closely in response to her own. Nothing really said after that as.. he didn't want to drone on and on. Besides. A new challenger approached.

A happy wave given to Maria. Aw, look at that cute lil goober. Ain't she just the cutest?
(Majora Malibu)


[22:56] Maria Malibu waves softly to Nubia.
(Maria Malibu)


[22:57] Maria Malibu and Hoshi!
(Maria Malibu)


[22:57] Hoshi waves to Maria, smiling at her.
(Hoshi)


[23:04] Seeing as sleepiness was setting in for Hoshi, and Maria had arrived, gently the conversation would be shifted away, the kitsune finishing up and wrapping up any loose ends with a few comments as those piano keys swirled around her and faded.

"It would be interesting, and I bet delightful to experience a more stable home. While I enjoy...enjoyed, the nomadic lifestyle, it has begun to take a toll. I shall be sure to repay in kind, what is given."

Nubia would be adamant to return anything given as best she could, as much as she could really. Not one to let something go unrewarded or otherwise.

"Just make sure you don't work too hard Majora, I am capable of providing literal warmth for myself. it'll be alright."

Giving a gentle wave back to Maria, Nubia's tail would flick as she fully acknowledged Maria.

"maria has a tendency to come about when I am tired it seems, its unfortunate. I would enjoy getting to know you more Maria, getting to know Majora's family in general really."

An idle comment mostly, unfortunate timely really. but a real sentiment. as a gentle smile is given.
(Nubia Esraa)


[23:05] Hoshi says, "Ugh... Sorry, I'm way too tired to talk properly right now..."
[23:05] Hoshi yawns, once again.
(Hoshi)


[23:06] Nubia Esraa says, "It is alright, I know we have talked at great length."
[23:06] Majora Malibu says, "Mm."
[23:06] Majora Malibu asks, "Ready to get some sleep, love?"
[23:06] Hoshi says, "Mhm..."
[23:06] "Mm."

Maria was a night owl. It was no wonder she spent her nights as her days. She was a mercenary, after all. Perhaps she did her best work under the moonlight.

She offers the kitsune a smile. Seeming to accept the offer. For if they wanted to know Maria, she was an open book.

Mostly...

She simply nods, attention turned to Majora and Hoshi now.
(Maria Malibu)


[23:07] Hoshi says, "Maria, I'd like to know you better at some point as well... But right now I-"
[23:07] Hoshi gets interrupted by another yawn.
(Hoshi)


[23:07] Hoshi says, "... Guh. Tired..."
[23:08] Nubia Esraa says, "Quite, it seems the huddle will be broken up shortly."
[23:08] Majora Malibu says, "Alright, I'll be back."
[23:09] Majora Malibu lifts the Hoshi from his lap, to more of a bridal carry as he ascends from the seat. Floating off towards the upstairs.
(Majora Malibu)


[23:10] Majora Malibu says, "Say goodnight, goober."
[23:10] Hoshi giggles, waving to the the two that remain.
(Hoshi)


[23:10] Hoshi says, "Goodnight, goober."
[23:10] Nubia Esraa says, "Be well, you two."
[23:10] Hoshi says, "You too, Nubia, Maria. Take care."
[23:10] Maria Malibu says, "Mm."
[23:10] Maria Malibu seemed to understand! For now, she waves the duo goodbye!
(Maria Malibu)


[23:11] Majora Malibu kisses both goobers atop the head.
(Majora Malibu)


[23:12] As curious as Nubia was, communication and general lack of sight made communication with the mute Malibu more difficult for her, she'd need to be taught sign language sometime so she could read the flow of her hands through the use of her other senses.

"With the other two off, I will be off shortly, but perhaps someone can teach me how you communicate with your hands Maria so we can discuss at length...while my vision is gone, I should be able to...see, the flow of your hands in a way. it would be valuable regardless."

With that send, with a slight stumble she got up and bowed.

"it is quite unfortunate to have conflicting...what is the word...hmm, detriments I suppose is one way to put it that hamper such."
(Nubia Esraa)


[23:17] If communication was difficult for Nubia, she could perhaps only imagine how Maria felt.

It was one of the girl's insecurities. An inability to speak like others, an inability to express herself and the feelings that echo in her heart. Her siblings knew who she was, and the person who's heart would beat underneath that mask.

Yet would they?

All Maria could do was smile. Make forgone expressions in an attempt to reach out from her veil. Her voice naught but an echo amidst a sea of sorrow. She could only imagine how Nubia felt, unable to understand her, lacking sight.

Perhaps it was a challenge. Yet it did not mean the wall was impossible.

"Mhm..."

"Y-y..."

"..."

She'd clear her throat, focusing so that she can utter a simple word in response to Nubia.

"Yes." she says. While she was mute, it did not mean wasn't practicing when it came to simple words. Spoken in a soft and barely audible, raspy tone.

"Mhm..."

["It's okay. I don't blame you. I don't mind, either."]

["It isn't our fault we are like this."] Maria's mind echoes. Yet unable to reach the veil of Nubia's psyche.

Perhaps someday.

Maria instead, if allowed, touches their palm! A gentle goodbye, a gesture of wanting to see her again soon!
(Maria Malibu)


[23:25] A hinderance indeed, something that she herself tried not to dwell on for long, for it could not be changed right now, fortunate to have a compatible set of magic to help relieve some of her lack of sight. yet all she could tell was a name, tired to darkness and red. A focused concentration of vitality that allowed her to at least track other people, blood.

Blockades and walls were meant to be overcome, in this sense at least, she had done it herself many times, or tried and failed at the best of times. Ears perk up with a twitch as Maria formed simple words.

A smile of gentle encouragement and subtle proudness, she knew what it was like to push through such troubles, perhaps not identical of course, yet similar.

Those thoughts may have not reached her, yet those vocalizations were in their own way understood.

Allowed, of course, palms pressed together. Warmth passing between the two, Nubia would understand with a soft nod. "Until wemeet again, Maria. Please be safe."

with that, she would begin to head out.
(Nubia Esraa)


[23:25] Maria Malibu exclaims, "Uh huh!"
[23:25] Maria Malibu giggles.
(Maria Malibu)


[23:25] Nubia Esraa says, "Be well, Majora, it was good to talk."
[23:26] Majora Malibu nods, giving the woman a hug.
(Majora Malibu)


[23:26] Majora Malibu says, "Stay safe, Okht."
[23:26] Maria Malibu says, "Heh..."
[23:26] Maria Malibu says, "Ooooh~"
[23:27] Maria Malibu points at Majora.
(Maria Malibu)


[23:27] Majora Malibu asks, "Wha?"
[23:27] Maria Malibu she smiles, crossing her leg over another. She knew that look well.
(Maria Malibu)


[23:27] Majora Malibu says, "....."
[23:27] Maria Malibu says, "<"Someone's got a crussssh">"
[23:27] Majora Malibu says, "No.."
[23:27] Maria Malibu says, "Yuh huh."
[23:27] Majora Malibu says, "N-Nuh uh.."
[23:27] Maria Malibu says, "<"How many girlfriends you have? Twenty?">"
[23:28] Maria Malibu says, "<"I gotta step up my game, brother.">"
[23:28] Maria Malibu says, "..."
[23:28] Majora Malibu says, "Wh-"
[23:28] Maria Malibu picks up her rifle from the wall, placing it firmly on her back.
(Maria Malibu)


[23:28] Majora Malibu says, "I have one.."
[23:28] Maria Malibu says, "<"Gotta go, don't get into much trouble, kay?">"
[23:28] Majora Malibu asks, "Oh? where to?"
[23:29] Maria Malibu says, "<Hunting. Gathering...that sort of thing.>"
[23:29] Maria Malibu says, "<Gotta get some Prismanthium. Almost done forging some armor.>"
[23:29] Majora Malibu says, "Oh."
[23:29] Maria Malibu says, "<So...money is certainly needed.>"
[23:29] Maria Malibu nods.
(Maria Malibu)


[23:29] Majora Malibu says, "Understandable."
[23:29] Maria Malibu says, "<If momma won't give me money? Well...>"
[23:29] Maria Malibu puts her hands to the side, cocking her rifle as she loaded it with mana cartridges.
(Maria Malibu)


[23:30] Maria Malibu says, "<...I'd rather do it myself anyway.>"
[23:30] Majora Malibu says, "I was gonna head around to do some mning and whatnot- check my shop in Dal."
[23:30] Majora Malibu shrugs.
(Majora Malibu)


[23:30] Maria Malibu says, "<I'll come along."
[23:30] Maria Malibu says, "<Lead the way, brother.>"
[23:30] Majora Malibu says, "Alright."
[23:30] Maria Malibu thinks, "It would be fun to get into some trouble..."
[23:31] Maria Malibu says, "Hmhm..."
[23:33] {Item} You picked up Rowboat..
[23:34] Maria Malibu says, "<I really need a shop too.>"
[23:35] Majora Malibu says, "Mom got this one for me, surprisingly."
[23:35] Maria Malibu says, "<Ah yeah, you're the token child.>"
[23:35] Maria Malibu smiles.
(Maria Malibu)


[23:35] Majora Malibu says, "Pff."
[23:35] Majora Malibu says, "I've gotten two things from mother as handouts."
[23:35] Majora Malibu says, "Money for a bounty. And this shop."
[23:35] Maria Malibu says, "Heh."
[23:36] Maria Malibu says, "<If I make a Rebirth, can you sell it in your shop?>"
[23:36] Majora Malibu says, "Sure."
[23:36] Maria Malibu exclaims, "Aaah!"
[23:36] Maria Malibu smiles!
(Maria Malibu)


[23:36] Majora Malibu says, "This cave here is full of iron, if you haven't been."
[23:36] Maria Malibu says, "<I will give it to you later"
[23:36] Majora Malibu says, "Sure."
[23:36] Maria Malibu says, "Mm..."
[23:36] Maria Malibu nods!
(Maria Malibu)


[23:37] Maria Malibu says, "<I should be going now. Unless you needed help running errands?>"
[23:37] Majora Malibu says, "Ah--"
[23:37] Majora Malibu says, "I do have to do mine, actually.."
[23:37] Maria Malibu says, "Gwuh..."
[23:37] Maria Malibu says, "<Boringg>"
[23:37] Majora Malibu says, "Haven't done them in... years."
[23:39] Majora Malibu asks, "Need to do yours?"
[23:39] Maria Malibu says, "Nuh uh"
[23:40] Maria Malibu says, "<Twenty minutes"
[23:55] Etain says, "Maybe she is."
[00:00]

[00:00] Maria Malibu huffs...
(Maria Malibu)


[00:00] Maria Malibu puts on her coat. Teleporting it from a nearby portal!
(Maria Malibu)


[00:00] Maria Malibu says, "..."
[00:01] Maria Malibu thinks, "...It's hot in here isn't it."
[00:01] Maria Malibu thinks, "I'm an idiot."
[00:01] Majora Malibu says, "Cute."
[00:01] Maria Malibu huffs.
(Maria Malibu)


[00:04] Maria Malibu puts on her coat! It was Levius's, it would seem.
(Maria Malibu)


[00:04] Majora Malibu turns to her to make sure it was fitten onto her form properly. Making sure his sister looked the best she could, even now.
(Majora Malibu)


[00:06] Maria Malibu says, "..."
[00:06] Maria Malibu smiles.
(Maria Malibu)


[00:06] Maria Malibu thinks, "...Thanks, Majora..."
[00:12] Majora Malibu asks, "Met any cute guys or gals lately?"
[00:13] Maria Malibu says, "Mm."
[00:13] Maria Malibu shrugs...
(Maria Malibu)


[00:13] Maria Malibu says, "<There's a cute guy at the Frontier.>"
[00:13] Maria Malibu says, "<Dunno about him though. He...tries a little too hard, you know?>"
[00:13] Maria Malibu says, "<Can't say he isn't a little charming.>"
[00:13] Majora Malibu asks, "How so?"
[00:14] Maria Malibu says, "<i>Nerdy boy. Would melt if I even touched him.>"
[00:14] Maria Malibu says, "<Kind of cute.>"
[00:15] Maria Malibu giggles.
(Maria Malibu)


[00:15] Majora Malibu says, "...."
[00:15] Majora Malibu says, "Esoti."
[00:15] Majora Malibu asks, "Isn't it?"
[00:15] Maria Malibu says, "<I don't know though. I'm not really one to make those sort of connections."
[00:15] Maria Malibu says, "Hah...."
[00:15] Maria Malibu nods.
(Maria Malibu)


[00:15] Majora Malibu says, "Yea.. not sure if he still does or not."
[00:15] Majora Malibu says, "But he used to live with Behitha."
[00:16] Majora Malibu says, "May or may not have hit him a little too hard.. sent him flying face first into some cacti."
[00:16] Maria Malibu says, "<We'll see if he can survive it...>"
[00:17] Majora Malibu says, "Whatever you do."
[00:17] Majora Malibu says, "I support you."
[00:17] Majora Malibu says, "But that doesn't mean that I won't warn him."
[00:18] Majora Malibu says, "IF you do get serious, of course."
[00:19] Maria Malibu says, "<You know me, Majora. I'm...not that type of girl.>"
[00:19] Maria Malibu says, "<But if he charms me enough, who knows?>"
[00:20] Maria Malibu asks, "<I'm just...waiting for the right person to come along, I guess.?"
[00:20] Maria Malibu says, "<But for now, I have more important things to worry about,>"
[00:20] Majora Malibu says, "Trust me, I understand."
[00:20] Maria Malibu says, "Hmhm."
[00:21] Maria Malibu says, "<I'm sure you do.>"
[00:21] Maria Malibu smiles.
(Maria Malibu)


[00:22] Majora Malibu says, "Aha.."
[00:22] Majora Malibu says, "I live to please."
[00:22] Maria Malibu giggles.
(Maria Malibu)


[00:28] Maria Malibu yawns.
(Maria Malibu)


[00:28] Maria Malibu says, "<Almost done?>"
[00:28] Majora Malibu says, "Can call it here."
[00:28] Majora Malibu says, "Almost 200 adamantite."
[00:28] Majora Malibu says, "Would be more if I was on lodestone.."
[00:28] Maria Malibu says, "...N-.."
[00:28] Maria Malibu says, "Ni-..."
[00:28] Maria Malibu says, "..."
[00:28] Maria Malibu gives a thumbs up!
(Maria Malibu)


[00:29] Maria Malibu asks, "<I'm gonna go hunting, then. Should I follow you back home?"
[00:29] Majora Malibu says, "I'll be fine, hun."
[00:29] Majora Malibu says, "Stay safe.. or, well.."
[00:30] Majora Malibu says, "As safe as you can."
[00:30] Majora Malibu kisses the goober atop the forehead.
(Majora Malibu)


[00:30] Maria Malibu says, "..."
[00:30] Maria Malibu says, "Geuh.."
[00:30] Majora Malibu says, "I love you."
[00:32] Maria kisses her brother on the cheek, holding their palm softly. Her gaze directs itself onto his own.

A fervent gaze.

She'd gesture, yet her eyes were more than enough to tell Majora the feelings in her heart.

"..."

["Please..."]

["Don't die."]

She had lost enough.
(Maria Malibu)


[00:32] Maria Malibu says, "<I love you too>"
[00:32] Maria Malibu forms her hands into a shape of a heart!
(Maria Malibu)


[00:36] Majora watches his sister. The warm, radiant smile had been held since they left the house. It only grew more radiant as he looked towards his darling sister.

Maintaining eye contact, Majora nods. He had no plans to die. Especially now with him having so much that he wanted to hold in his hands. So much.. to look forward to.

"You do the same."

The same heart gesture is given towards her, focused around his pendant- the one that opened to a picture of their family.

They were always with him.
(Majora Malibu)


[00:37] Maria Malibu says, "Hehe..."
[00:37] Maria Malibu smiles, chuckling at her brother's gesture.
(Maria Malibu)


[00:37] Maria Malibu says, "..."
[00:40] Maria holds her brother's hand. She delivers a soft sigh, awakening her mana circuits once again.

A single word, echoes in his psyche.

["Thank you."]

He hears her voice. Mana circuits are gently connected, the woman's practice in telepathy allowing her to give the man a single glimpse into her psyche.

Specifically, her delicate words.

["I'll make you proud, brother."]

["All I ask is that you do the same for me."]

Maria's inner voice can be considered 'rural'. The voice of someone who grew up on the farms of Nilharra, or of course...

A cowgirl as passionate as Levius.

["Stay safe, goober."]

["Our stories are not over just yet..."]

Again, does Maria's psyche bellow in his own. For the first time, the voice of his sister.

Her truth.

"..."

(Maria Malibu)

[00:51] Ah.. now that was all too familiar. It had been a while since Majora had felt a psionic message delivered through touch. As most as of late, he's been able to occasionally hear things from others. Except for Hoshi- who he's built a very strong connection with.

Her thoughts usually ring within his mind rather easily.

But.. this voice here causes the man to freeze for a moment. Hearing his sister.. -really- being able to hear her was something that.. really warmed his heart. After all. He did want to learn telepathy specifically to be able to speak to her, after all. That dream still hasn't died. Even with all of his practice.(just too lazy to app...)

"{Maria. You already do make me proud. You're here, doing well for yourself. You're striving to achieve your goals. Protecting your family and slowly, but surely leaving a mark on the world. I am Proud of you. And I always will be. Goober.}"

The message is transmitted via his thoughts as the Malibu's mana surges from his form to his sister's. Along with it, many, many words of encouragement, of endearment, joyful, and hopeful words can be heard in the background of his speaking like a gentle melody of encouragement woven specifically for her.

This was a wonderful moment, after all.
(Majora Malibu)


[00:57] Maria was opening her heart. To her brother, at least. The man she grew up with. The boy who's shin's she's kicked multiple times. The boy who's cookies she had stolen, who was scolded alongside with so many times before.

He hears her.

For one moment.

Her rural, 'western' accent. Her voice, and her truth. Only able to be heard alongside the broken walls of her veil.

["I will protect my family. You, mom, Tensho...Penny..."]

["Everyone."]

Her voice echoes, fervent with her desire.

"Hehe..."

A giggle leaves her lips in the real world, as she lets go of her brother's hand, nodding at his words.

The link breaks, yet it was a mere step in her mastery of telepathy.

Someday, she thought.

Someday, she'd be able to be who she wanted too.

She winks, before saluting playfully. Taking her leave as she left her brother in the cave.

Out into the wastes she'd go, for whatever adventure the little mercenary would desire.
(Maria Malibu)


[00:57] Majora Malibu says, "Stay safe, pumpkin."
[00:57] Maria Malibu says, "Mm."
[00:57] Maria Malibu says, "<You too..>"

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