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Post by NPC Account on Mar 24, 2013 1:10:57 GMT -7
Ieaeka stepped in the door and as she announced herself, she heard Andromeda's voice, going on about something.
"Listen, Ieaeka's a great woman. She's authoritative, loyal to her country, and very sweet when she is capable of doing so, but there is absolutely no way she's going to reciprocate my feelings for-"
By the point she had announced her presence.
"... She's right behind me isn't she?"
"Yes, Andromeda Callidum. I am." She said simply after Greg made his quip, hiding her blush under the hood, still over her head.
She stood before the two men in silence, unsure on how to proceed.
"I... I have the makeup." She said finally. "Let us dine and then depart. I hate to haste along, however I fear we are in a bit of a rush. Please forgive me, Sir Greg."
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Post by Deleted on Mar 24, 2013 1:25:51 GMT -7
Andromeda just stared straight ahead in shock and horror when he realized that Ieaeka had overheard all of that. Well... it WAS a fact, right? ... Not the whole, "Andy likes her" department. He would vehemently deny that. He coughed awkwardly, as Greg watched, quite amused at their awkward endeavors. Greg chuckled but withheld any comments.
"Uh... thanks for the makeup." He then looked at the lipstick. "... I hope that's for you and not me."
"Considering what happened recently, I'd say we get you out of town posthaste, dear! I'll make something in a jiffy!" Greg spoke up before he walked into the backrooms, cooking some omelettes over a stove. It was a quick, easy, and filling for anybody. After a few minutes of cooking the place started to smell wonderful.
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Post by NPC Account on Mar 24, 2013 12:25:33 GMT -7
Ieaeka handed over the bed, forgetting to remove the stick. "Ah! Yes, Unless you have a need for it." She was slightly teasing as she plucked it out and placed it within her own sidebag.
She'd look to Greg and nod as he spoke, and then watched in silence as he went to go start cooking breakfast, leaving her alone with Andromeda. She turned to look at him with an expression that encouraged him to break the silence.
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Post by Deleted on Mar 24, 2013 12:39:02 GMT -7
Andy just shook his head, not really wanting to think about having to put lipstick on him. That was a girly thing and right now he didn't want any more girly things on him. So, as Greg left to make the food Andy sat down on one of the chairs hoping that Ieaeka would do the same, because right now things were very awkward for him and he wasn't sure how to break the ice. He was silent for a few moments until he glanced over and noticed that Ieaeka was looking at him, almost expecting him to speak up.
"Uh..." He started. "Did you sleep well aside from that dream?" Probably not the best way to start the conversation because he didn't want to explain how he felt right now. Bah, if greg was around he'd facepalm, but he was busy in the kitchen.
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Post by NPC Account on Mar 24, 2013 12:54:47 GMT -7
"...Well. Thank you." She said simply, remaining standing as she looked to Andromeda. She had since pulled her hood off, and the blush faded and was replaced with a rather stoic expression.
After a silence, she spoke. "Mine Father has told me to beware admirers; when one is in such a public position such as I, people fall in love with the image of me, but not me myself. You do not know my fears or my joys. You do not know me, Ieaeka. You know Princess DuKair." She said this as softly as she could, not trying to offend. "Do not hurt yourself falling for an image."
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Post by Deleted on Mar 24, 2013 13:00:46 GMT -7
Andromeda glanced over to ieaeka as she spoke up, and he had to bite his tongue. Considering what happened last night when she teased him with that spider, he was wondering how much he knew about her already. Especially vice versa. No, he wasn't offended. After all, any celebrity had that same appeal to them. Andy knew that full well, except he was more infamous.
"Then you understand how I am in my place as well, Ieaeka." He spoke up, softly. "The only difference between you and I is that people fear me. They fear the image of me, not the person who I am." He chuckled, that in before he fell into a bit of a depression and he looked down. "... That's probably what I tear myself apart for. Image or not, you are a princess, and I'm a pirate. You're famous, and I'm infamous. It's not exactly the most compatible of concepts."
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Post by NPC Account on Mar 24, 2013 13:08:33 GMT -7
"I do. I also believe I know why you go to such lengths to aid me as well." She said. "I do not want to see you hurt, in any sense, however your escorting me seems to be doing just that." She wasn't talking of the physical hurt.
She frowned softly when Andy spoke of the people fearing his image. She longed to say something, but she didn't know what. So he admitted it, and she sighed softly. "What you say is true. It matters not if your feelings are for me, or at me. The life you have led has barred the castle doors all those who live within it from you."
She paused for a long moment before speaking again. "I thank you for all you've done for me, but I think that it would be less painful for you to allow me to go to the city guard, and have them escort me from here on. I will not speak of you, so you have nothing to fear."
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Post by Deleted on Mar 24, 2013 13:17:57 GMT -7
She was right. The more he spent time with her, the more he felt for her and the more it'll hut when he took the trip back. He could turn around right now, just forget about it all and leave her with one of the guards, He could go back to Sine and help her finish up the apothecary, learn how to dress up wounds properly from her, and spend time with his two sons. He could help Nerys and Godwine in getting scrap for the people in Seria... there's so much he could do. Instead, he was escorting a princess home. Andy closed his eyes for the longest time, internally agonizing over the decision.
"... At this point, I've spent all my life hurting in more than one way." He spoke up quietly, opening his eyes and looking at her. "... But, part of me feels responsible for throwing you in this situation in the first place."
Andy looked straight out at the wall, trying to decide what to do. he already set himself up for heartbreak, could he just move away or just keep what he's doing?
"... It doesn't matter if I leave now or in two days. the outcome's going to be the same."
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Post by NPC Account on Mar 24, 2013 13:52:37 GMT -7
Ieaeka stood in an awkward silence with the man who might have fallen for her, and she gave her suggestion. It would be best if he saved himself the pain and just left.
When he said he felt responsible, she looked curious. "Andromeda, if I recall correctly; yes, your original intentions were less than valiant, but had you not come by, those two men would have and we both know what they wanted. Despite the rocky start, you have saved mine dignity and verily mine life on two occasions. You are not responsible for anything other than aiding me."
She watched the man as he refused to make eye contact and instead gazed at the wall. "...Tis up to you, Andromeda. But keep in mind that no matter what I may desire, in the end, I am just as bound as you are, if not more, in what I can or cannot do."
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Post by Deleted on Mar 24, 2013 13:57:37 GMT -7
Indeed, Andy would definitely feel that he would make it easier on his life, but when she spoke up, he just looked at her and suddenly felt really good... He knew how the loss of dignity was, especially as a child and he saved someone from it. Himself. Not just any women, but the princess. Who knew what would happen?
"... I guess what's why i want to assist you. Because of that." He gazed at her for the moment. So it was up to him, and honestly, he was a Callidum. He naturally made his life much harder than it actually was. Andy leaned back and smiled, feeling really good.
"Feelings or not, I'm a Callidum. Part of our genetics is being stubborn and headstrong at best. So..." He stood up and offered a hand to help her up. "I'll assist you. It's a gentleman thing, after all? Let's see if Greg is finished with breakfast."
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Post by NPC Account on Mar 24, 2013 15:30:55 GMT -7
When Andromeda's frown was replaced with a smile and he finally looked at her, she felt better now she was able to relieve some of pain by pointing out his actions.
He came to a personal epiphany and was back to his old happy[ish] self, which caused the woman to smile softly before taking a seat. the tension finally loosened.
She giggled lightly as he said his part, and watched him stand and offer a hand. "...Thank you, Andromeda." She said, accepting his aid and standing, letting go of his fingers and allowing him to lead the way into the kitchen.
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Post by Deleted on Mar 24, 2013 18:24:49 GMT -7
Andy felt much better about the situation now that he had that bit of an epiphany and he helped Ieaeka up, looking at her. Yeah, she was pretty, but it didn't matter. They can still stay connected for the short period they could. Either way, he was getting hungry again and he wanted to eat up before they took the trip tot he next town or as long as they could before night fell.
"You're welcome, Princess Ieaeka." He said, before walking over to the kitchen and peering in. Looked like Greg was finally finished with the meals and was putting them all on plates. Three of them to be exact. He would pour each of them a glass of milk before setting it down on a round table.
"Sorry for the wait! I hope this is good." He spoke cheerfully.
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Post by NPC Account on Mar 24, 2013 21:14:49 GMT -7
She followed Andy into the kitchen and looked to see what Greg had cooked, glad to see he had finished. She was really hungry.
She'd wait until the two men were ready to sit down before she did as well. "Thank you very much, Greg. It looks really good."
Once the three of them were sat down and ready to eat, Ieaeka would bow her head and say a quick grace, before picking up her fork and beginning to eat, restraining herself and remembering her manners. "...~"
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Post by Deleted on Mar 24, 2013 21:31:24 GMT -7
Any indeed was very hungry as well and he sat down to start eating. Of course he stopped for a moment noticing Greg and Ieaeka were saying a quick grace. For respect out of their religion he would not eat until they had finished. He would then start eating, rather fast since he grew u that way, but he would use a knife and form since he had SOME sense of table manners.
"This is really good." Andy looked at the omelette, noticing the fresh tomatoes, the cheese, and even the seasonings on it. Really, it was perfect. next time he would suggest that to the girls for breakfast...
"Thank you! It didn't take long at all and I had to use the last of those eggs anyway." Greg grinned.
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Post by NPC Account on Mar 25, 2013 12:02:36 GMT -7
Ieaeka was also very pleased with the fare. The cooking was amazing, up to castle kitchen standards.
"Where ever did you learn to cook like this, dear sir? This is up to the standards of the castle kitchens.~" VERY pleased.
She'd finish off her food as quickly as she could while maintaining her manners and waited for the others to finish, ready to get a move on, though she was enjoying Greg's company.
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