Once they were in Hargeon, they were escorted backstage to their section for the show. Akira noticed that there were other designers who had registered. Jaune's name was on the list too, but had recently been struck out. She nudged Tsuru to bring that part of the itinerary to his notice. They weren't given much time to relax let alone go sightseeing, within moments there were assistants fussing over Akira yet again. Fernando had them deal with her hands and fingers while he dealt with handling the garments for the line up. She could tell from Tsuru's roving eyes that he was being rather vigilant and was on the look out for Jaune. Akira was convinced he would show up. That man's will to sabotage Fernando far exceeded his sensibilities.
Slay Gurl Pt 2 [Quest: Hatsuharu]
Tue Dec 11, 2018 8:30 pm
Once they were in Hargeon, they were escorted backstage to their section for the show. Akira noticed that there were other designers who had registered. Jaune's name was on the list too, but had recently been struck out. She nudged Tsuru to bring that part of the itinerary to his notice. They weren't given much time to relax let alone go sightseeing, within moments there were assistants fussing over Akira yet again. Fernando had them deal with her hands and fingers while he dealt with handling the garments for the line up. She could tell from Tsuru's roving eyes that he was being rather vigilant and was on the look out for Jaune. Akira was convinced he would show up. That man's will to sabotage Fernando far exceeded his sensibilities.
Wed Dec 12, 2018 4:50 pm
The crew finally reached Hargeon and Haru joined them after handing the tied-up assassin to the local Knights. When they got to the location, Akira pointed out that Jaune’s name was on the list as well. He should have been worried that the rival designer could be around and would attempt to strike again. But, strangely, he was welcoming the man to try something. The swordsman was confident that he would be there next to his partner all the time to protect her. So, he wanted the foolish designer to try and attack her again, so that he could successfully impale his mana blade into the cretin this time around.
Thu Dec 13, 2018 8:17 am
Her eyes warily scanned every possible item around her to see if it was something the competitive designer could manipulate and cause harm with. Her gaze flitted often to the large spotlights, any of them could fall and create massive damage. However, he seemed to be the sort of man who particularly wanted to bring down Fernando, not necessarily the entire establishment. However, the young mage had underestimated the feud far too many times to trust her own instincts this time.
On top of all this, she had to keep an eye out for Tsuru, his coldness and expression gave away the temper that she knew to be brewing inside him. When she found a moment between all the chaos, she wrapped a gown around herself and swiftly approached the healer. The lunar mage had to confirm and reinforce the fact that they were not going to hurt Jaune in a way that left them vulnerable to an inquiry. Fernando had been very clear on this, because he was convinced that Jaune would find a way out, with his ample resources.
Fri Dec 14, 2018 1:39 am
Haru was scanning the area for anyone who was trying to enter Fernando’s section that he knew wasn’t part of his crew, when he saw Akira approach him. He thought she had found something that he had not spotted and was looking forward to getting a lead. However, it would seem she was just worried about the approach he had in mind if and when they do come across Jaune. Her worry wasn’t without reason, of course. Haru would be lying if he said he didn’t think of doing terrible things to the man. But to dissuade her from being concerned about that and allow her to focus on the show, lying is exactly what he did. “Don’t worry. I’m not gonna hurt him,” he said.
The healer knew those words wouldn’t have convinced him, if he were in her shoes. He wouldn’t be surprised if she caught on to the lie. Haru was not very good at hiding his feelings or expressions, after all.
Fri Dec 14, 2018 2:21 am
In all fairness, she too wanted her fresh pound of meat. He'd threatened her personally and attempted to take her life on two occasions now. While the assistants helped her into the exotic sleek dress, the one that got Tsuru's gaze to linger on her, or at least so she had noticed... It was the one they were going to use to open the show and highlight Fernando's collection.
As expected, she was ushered away by the event's organisation team, the assistants too wore the same garb of anxiety that Tsuru and Fernando shared. It would seem her act as Kiara had won their hearts too, now they were unanimously concerned. She stood in a line of pretty women, her face had quite an extensive layer of make up to accentuate her features, smiling felt odd while she waited for someone to try kill her.
Mon Dec 17, 2018 7:30 am
Haru was glad he decided to patrol the perimeter one last time, because he did find Jaune. The sneaky blonde designer was trying to get backstage too, but through a different locked door that wasn’t guarded. Somehow, he had secured a key and thankfully, Haru caught him just before he unlocked the door. The swordsman knew if he made his presence known, the designer would hurry the hell up and run behind the door, making it impossible for him to follow and catch him. So, to be sure even his footsteps don’t alert the man, Haru cast his Nimbus and floated towards the door. Just as Jaune managed to unlock the rickety door, the Knight caught him by the collar, lifted him and hung him on the lamp hook on top of the locked door. Thanks to his Nimbus, he could reach that height easily. Jaune was about to scream, but shut himself up rather quickly, realizing he would be implicating himself if the security saw him there.
Mon Dec 17, 2018 7:30 am
She was supposed to ensure no one got harmed and the show went on without a hitch on the inside, while Tsuru had to guard them on the outside. It was vain to expect him to abandon that duty and be there when she walked onto the stage. There was a rhythmic clacking and clicking of the heels that the models wore as they strutted onto the stage. Despite all the reason, as she stood poised waiting to step into the light, she still wasn't able to quench the hope of finding him in the crowd, especially in this dress.
It took her just a moment to respond to the call of Kiara, but that was the only hitch. With all the grace she could muster, she sashayed her way onto the stage. The lights were so bright and she stared into the crowd, no where in particular, yet scanning all the faces that slowly came into view.
Mon Dec 17, 2018 7:31 am
His move wasn’t subtle at all. Flying to the front seats with his Nimbus didn’t make the other audience like him much. “No fair!” he heard many cry out loud, as they attempted swimming through the crowd to reach their seats. The people next to his seat gave him a wide berth, not wishing to associate themselves with all the hating glares he was subject to. For once, Haru didn’t care. His eyes were fixed on the stage, waiting to see his partner walk in. A large grin spread across his face when the announcer called the name ‘Kiara’ and she walked out gracefully, in the dress that he liked the most. He remembered not telling her that he liked this the most and wondered if she figured it out anyway. Their eyes met and he gave a thumbs-up before beginning to clap loudly. The crowd followed, agreeing that both the dress and the one showcasing it were truly the most beautiful in the vicinity.
Mon Dec 17, 2018 7:31 am
In all that joy, she'd briefly forgotten about Jaune, until she reached backstage. There she met with the one assistant who was allowed back there with her. She was all smiles and congratulations as she escorted Akira back to her section of the green room. The girl was aided out of her first outfit and the second was swiftly fitted onto her. She used the moment to inquire about Jaune carefully. 'So, our assassin pal hasn't made an appearance yet?'
This question somehow only emboldened the assistance joy. She giggled as she relayed the information to Akira. She let the lunar mage know that the man had been found strung up to a lantern hook on the back of some door, cuffed and useless. She did say that these were just rumors though and she had not had a chance to confirm this.
Mon Dec 17, 2018 7:31 am
There was no doubt ever that Fernando’s team was going to win the competition hands down. But whatever sliver of uncertainty that might have existed in the corners of the judges’ minds was completely cleared when Akira glided onto the stage wearing Fernando’s masterpiece that he had ensured no one else saw prior to this moment. The crowd went crazy as all the participating models were on stage and the difference in ingenuity of the design between Fernando’s and others became so apparent. Soon enough, the judges announced Fernando as the winner, which came as a surprise to no one.
The ecstatic designer was in tears as he accepted the award, and again surprised Haru by thanking Akira and the rest of his crew, giving equal credit to all of them. Once the show was done, Fernando thanked both Akira and Haru for their help and shared the prize money with them. The healer knew exactly what he wanted to do with that money, but that was a deal he needed to negotiate with Fernando when Akira wasn’t around.
-Exit-
Mon Dec 17, 2018 7:32 am
The only other thing that served to keep her going, was waiting for the very final round and the time that she get to invite Fernando onto stage. The reason she was so eager for that, is because she was waiting to correct the announcer and reveal herself as Akira. She already knew victory was in the bag, and boy was she gloating on the inside. Amidst all the joy of winning this priced competition, she wanted Fernando to know just who dragged him across the finish line. Someone who he had so readily dismissed, not just as unappealing to look at, but possibly inept at her job. Today Akira proved she was neither.
Sure enough when the winner was announced, it was the team from Baska. Which meant her all the assistants and of course the designer. She daintily went and received Fernando, escorting him to the stage. She gave a little speech as they received their award and finished by correcting the announcer as planned. Without a backward glance, she grinned clapped and then exited stage left...
~Exit~
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