There was much for her to learn and see in this side of the world. As well as taste. There was time for this though, and as she walked through the bustling town she was in for the day, she could not help but think a familiar presence was near. Looking around, she was half distracted by the beautiful faces and bodies she saw, the other half was by the appetizing stores that was before her. So many tasty things and yet she had nothing pulling her into a given direction.
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Sun May 08, 2022 8:01 pm
There was much for her to learn and see in this side of the world. As well as taste. There was time for this though, and as she walked through the bustling town she was in for the day, she could not help but think a familiar presence was near. Looking around, she was half distracted by the beautiful faces and bodies she saw, the other half was by the appetizing stores that was before her. So many tasty things and yet she had nothing pulling her into a given direction.
Sun May 08, 2022 8:29 pm
Working through the crowd with subtle footwork he made a breakthrough. Trudging to the seat spun on his heels before popping down. Tugging at his hoody another sigh of relief escaped his lips and emptied his mind for a second. Maybe he could settle down in a place like this he thought to himself. Adjusting himself in his seat he leaned against the cherry blossom. Finding the right amount of comfort he scanned the crowd wondering if he me something to catch his eye.
Sun May 08, 2022 9:08 pm
After selecting a snack, a few meat and breaded treats on stick glazed with a light coating of sugar. Jikan collected a bottle of water and a cup of tea before paying and leaving the stand. Walking to a bench that was connected to a tree, a short distance away from another bench that was connected to the tree. Underneath a cherry blossom tree that provided shade she sat and took a nibble, to see how the food tasted.
As she did so, she noticed a fellow. He wore a hood, blue. With nothing else really standing out about him. However, he looked, familiar. Sorta?
Curious and curious.
"Hello there", she asked, pondering the start of this possible conversation.
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Sun May 08, 2022 9:38 pm
What business could she possibly have with him? He felt something was either off or oddly familiar. But Toma had no friends or allies. Going through his memory he had no recollection of meeting her. Especially withing everything that had happened in the past few years. Nonetheless, the two would sit in silence as Toma simply looked at her eyes. All his speculation wouldn't allow him to read minds. Maybe she was selling something. Regardless he was on his guard as per usual.
Sun May 08, 2022 10:27 pm
At least the man spoke out in a calm voice that did not betray a hostile tone. Then the man's stomach growled. My oh my, it seemed Jikan had a hungry person on her hands. He appeared to be a full adult, so her care for the situation was practically none existent. If an adult could not get up and feed himself that was his issue. Granted...if they simply were not able to work or have money at the time to feed themselves that would be a different then. However, most likely than not, she assumed, that the man could feed himself. And just had been out a bit longer than intended and had grown hungry. Either that or had done something that caused an appetite.
Well, he had responded to her and she was talking now, might as well continue. "So sorry if I had startled you. It is just I feel that I recognize you from somewhere, somewhere I should know. But I can not quite place my finger on it", she would try to get information out of the man. Keeping her calm voice but adding a level of serene soothing to it as well. "Are you perhaps from Fiore? If you are willing, I'm happy to share a few pieces of my snack if you willing to give me some of your time".
The man blushed. Well, that was a sign for something at least. Perhas she could use her charm to un-guard him and get him to open his mouth easier?
She took a full bite of the first piece of food on a stick, before reaching it out to the man as an offering.
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Sun May 08, 2022 11:15 pm
But he's only done a few low-level jobs. Only in a small region of fire and help from beyond the borders. The speculation was killing him as a slight gleam was in his eye. The bug of curiosity was tugging at his spirit. Toma was gripping the bench in anticipation dying to hear her answer. All while his blank expression still held true.
Mon May 09, 2022 8:55 am
Now that she was here in this stage of talking, she had to figure out how she would move. Perhaps straight forward slightly? "I do enjoy to know the names of people I meet and talk to. My name is Jikan, perhaps you could tell me yours as well?". She sipped her tea after saying this, allowing the man to respond in any way he wished. "But anyway, so you are indeed from Fiore. Are you perhaps a traveling seller or worker? A, hired hand?, she wasn't direct with her word choice in the case the man wanted to be aloof. It could be clothes he sold or items, or was physical, such as a adventurer or magic user. It allowed them to give as much information they wished and hopefully Jikan could pick up a clue or two. "I may have a few jobs to offer but I tend to like people who have a group. More people to make sure things go smoothly, a various amount of skills".
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Mon May 09, 2022 10:55 am
Maybe it was his clothes that made him stand out. Regardless it looks like an opportunity presented itself. The majority, if not all, of the jobs Toma took were with less than questionable people. However, he kept his mind open to anything. Whatever allowed him to fight more vigorous opponents and get strong, he was all for.
Mon May 09, 2022 7:36 pm
"Hmmmm. Toma I do believe I do you know you. Your name at least. A young man that likes to take missions on solo and mostly likes challenging his strengths. Yes...I do believe I saw a man's name on our 'groups' registry a bit after we founded. Heavens though I did not meet so many of the people that flocked to us". She paused and sat back down. Taking a contempt bite of her food with her eyes closed. "although you had not done any jobs with anyone so I suppose you are really the solo type. That not a negative outright in Sleeping Calamity though, am I right?". She opened her left eye in a peek as she finished speaking, watching to see Toma's response.
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Mon May 09, 2022 11:03 pm
Toma's eyes grew sharp after that last line. His body went tense and his spirit sharpened. However, he wasn't foolish enough to attempt anything and sought rather to milk the opportunity. " Well if you are or if you aren't I wouldn't mind a place to meet 'like-minded individuals such as myself." He spat out his tone going monotone with a sharp taste of sarcasm.
Tue May 10, 2022 9:18 am
It was funny how loose their group were. Sure, they shared a guild, and at times handled tasks together. But, for the most part and long gaps of time, there was little to no interaction and the actions of people under the banner of Sleeping Calamity was just a name that build with the individuality of everyone. "The Guild Master? Hmmmmm, I would not say so. In name at least. I am a founder, and our current Guild Master has been very silent in jail. In that time I had taken it upon myself to build and grow the town we had established our guild in. Handle the day to day stuff, punch any mercenaries or opposing guilds that cause mess into the ground, encourage and aid the civilians under my watch. Type of things. But, in all formality I would say no since there has not be a ritual shift of power, but that is something I am working with discussing with our other founders in lieu of a need to establish order". She ate in between words as she spoke, slowly finishing the savory sweet meat pastry she held.
She raised an eye at Toma's last words. Was that sarcasm she heard? Along side the hints of the man's body tensing. Well, it was easy to know that he was stirring with the possibility that Jikan would be the Guild Master. Well...she supposed that was normal. Powerful people was something that people were tensed around, and if someone was the type to want to grow their power and will by challenging themselves, well, testing it against people who were powerful, such a Guild Master should be, would be rationally. If that was true, then the man held a mindset that Jikan approved of. Self improvement.
However, it was still a little untasteful to her with his word choice. She smirked, "like minded individuals? I'm sure there can be a few that match you, but also many who differ from you. I welcome you to come visit since you haven't yet to my knowledge. We're in Orchidia to the North". She finished her drink and stood up then, doing a little nod as she let a weak sinister aura flow from her, not one wishing death but one of a snake happy to see another predator. Eager to taste and see what it could do. "Along with the like minded individuals that you speak of".
"If you have anything else to ask me this is the time. I believe I shall get more snacks and enjoy myself sight seeing".
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Tue May 10, 2022 11:34 am
Lastly that silver of murderous aura sent a shiver through his spine. It made him clench his fist in excitement as he rose to his feet as well."Considering my interest piqued it seems I'll be traveling to Orchida." Starting to walk away he shoved his hands into his pocket before stopping to look back with a small smirk and playful tone." Promise to give me a personal tour when I arrive." The smirk disappeared as quickly as it came. He turned walking back off into the crowd. The taste of her aura was lingering in his body making him itch for blood. But for now, food was more important.
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Thu May 12, 2022 5:01 pm
"Very well", Jikan said, now revealing a soft sly grin. "Mr. Toma, I look forward to seeing you join us in Orchidia. If i am around, I have no issue showing you around". After that Jikan would watch as the man turned and walked away into a crowd that was nearby. Contempt, she walked away as well, sipping at the water she had bought now. "Ahhhh....another one to watch blow in the wind".
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