Okay then, here are the locations and dates for my Ireland/UK tour.
AUGUST
29th: Waterstones, Ringwood — 11AM — signing
Waterstones, Bournemouth — 3PM — signing
30th: Waterstones, Bluewater — 1PM — signing
31st: Dun Laoghaire — details to be confirmed — fan event and signing
SEPTEMBER
5th: Village Books, Dulwich — 6.30PM — fan event and signing
6th: WHS, Milton Keynes — 11AM — signing
WHS, Sheffield — 3PM — signing
7th: Waterstones, Newcastle — 12 NOON — signing
11th: Easons, Galway — 4PM — signing
13th: Easons, Belfast — 11AM — signing
14th: Easons, Limerick — 2PM — signing
19th: Hodges Figgis, Dublin — 6PM — signing
And then, of course, on the 27th, we're all going to be dragged into the Theatre of Shadows...
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*She smiles back at Thor*
So many legends about him, about Loki. It's so strange to meet them in person...
(Class is on. Might duck over ere now and then...)
((*pets Blake* Sorry about being a bit rude earlier. I apologize, I shouldn't have let what happened to me irl get in the way.-Zaf
Astrid: I understand, it is rather odd. Look at me, marrying Loki whenever Thor decides to let him free. I grew up around the same time as the boys, Zanida is older then Loki, did you know what?
*Not sure what to do about being eaten and petted at the same time*
*one at a time might be manageable but this...*
*Blake self-destruct sequence activated*
*Detonating in 10...*
*continues to nom on Blake*
*adds ice cream to face*
*doesn't care about self-destruct*
*screams and hides* -Zaf
*eats numbing ice cream while nomming face*
*she nods politely* It's a pleasure to meet you. Was that all that you had to say, dear?
*2... 1...*
*A small 'poof' is heard and smoke rises from Blake's ears. He shakes his head and looks around, his face re-forming via shadows as he gently pushes and holds Amy away from it*
((*looks over at Alastair* Hey crazy guy, Olivia wants to know if she can visit you later on when you are in our time period.-Zaf
Is it safe, I do hope Midgardians are not blowing up. Their deaths would not be as entertaining if they did.
*Adra senses that the conversation might be ending before she's gotten a full moment to chew her out*
Well, not quite, but I was rather hoping that I could introduce myself to Mr Poisson as well. Is that possible... Mother?
*Realizes that that may have been too forward, but she's trying*
*laughs*
*wonders how shadows would taste*
*tries licking them*
Loki you're never going to witness my death.
*laughs, recalling the time he battled Loki and Zanida at the same time*
Your death will come, Midgardian.
Zanida: Loki...go ahead.
Sure it will, but I my body won't die. Just my soul...
ELLENI!!! Try these shadows! They're... just try them!
As I said, a death. *goes back to stand with Zanida*
Ew, Amy that's gross...
*Holds her further away*
Yours will to, "god"...
Hm...*sprinkles sugar on shadows*
*nods* Much better.
Bye Elleni!
I am a god, you know not what you say.
Hello Elleni!
*goes to nom on her face*
What kind of cows are they, by the way?
*she tries to laugh lightly, but it comes out strained* Call me Marguerite, please. Mother makes me feel too old, so I prefer not to use it in such quiet settings. I'm afraid Etienne is ill, and resting- he's not taken any visitors in days. I'm sure, if his condition has improved by the date of your wedding, you can expect to see us both there. *she stands, brushing the folds out of her skirt* It seems you have a busy life to get back to, and I'm sure your friend here is getting rather warm in that cloak. Shall I show you out? Diseases have such a nasty habit of spreading, you know, and I wouldn't want you to catch any of Etienne's.
Well, I don't mean to pressure you or anything, Marguerite, but... My mother and father were physicians, you know. I, myself, have a particular talent for helping those who have fallen ill. If you would like, I can take a look at him.
((Think I'll say msd-Zaf
*she doesn't move* Oh, that's quite alright, my dear- I'm sure I would never hear the end of it if I let you put yourself in danger. There's a doctor in town coming to see him tomorrow, and I'm confident he'll be alright until then.
Are these just regular cows? Not special magical ones?
*Clenches her teeth, then relaxes her jaw* How about your son, then? From what I've heard, you would be more than happy to put him in danger..
Bye Elleni!
msfa (may suddenly fall asleep)
*noms Blake's face*
*falls into his shadow*
Stop eating my face Amy... I need it.
Rose2: Zandia is older? Really...?
*She shakes her head and frowns*
I never would have picked that. And you're lucky. Growing up with people the same age. I was in and out of prisons all my life...
What do you need it for?
*pops in and eats Blake's shadow face*
Mmmmm, that is good Amy!
Hey Blake, what color blood do you have...?
And can I try some real quick? You can try mine..!
YES!!! BLOOD TIME!!!
*scoots close to Dugglyn and waits for her to turn to mist*
*her smile fades slightly again* I'm sure I don't know what you're referring to, Adra- he may have had a few... Peculiarities, growing up, but we raised him away from away from them, and provided him with plenty of opportunity to lead his own successful life. Your presence here ought to be proof enough of that.
*Shakes her head* No ma'am. My presence here is proof that you were wrong to send your son away from you, and kept him from a home that could love him and care for him, like any child should have. I fell in love with- *she nearly says "Alastair"*- Thevenin, because he was kind to me, and cared for me... And, although I'm sure he doesn't know it, I believe that he needed someone to care for him, too. A job that could have easily been filled by you and your husband.
Damn!
I dedicate to Alastair <3
*doesn't turn into mist*
You will not eat Trip today!!!!
(Gtg. Mbb in about 20 minutes but not for long)
(Okay. I'll wait.)
(Btw Trip happens to be the name of my left eye, the one that always gets eaten)
(You named your eye after Trip Castalan?)
(What about your right eye? Can I eat that one?)
*her lips uncurl to form a thin line* My husband and I did what was best for him, and for our community as a whole. You have no business strolling in here and then accusing me of neglect. I'm not sure what you know about him, but- *her voice lowers to a harsh whisper* he was possessed, my dear. We did what we could. And clearly, things have worked out for him. Now, I believe I really ought to show the two of you out.
(Adra, Trip named himself after my eye!
And don't question my logic!
Amy, no you can not eat Silente!!!)
((I have to go. Might be back in about 10 minutes.))
...the eye names are weird...
(I shall return as soon as possible)
*Scoffs, wondering what she would think about Alastair having fifty other voices in his head*
Possession? Gracious, me. If demons only worked that way- *Points a sharp finger at her, hopping from the couch and taking a step forward*
You didn't do everything. *Her laugh is harsh* You forgot to treat him like your son. I can understand if you were afraid, but it was your duty to protect him and guide him, and you did none of that.
(I should sleep. Sorry Amy. I have swim practice tomorrow and our last meet so I should sleep well. Night
all!)
Yes, Elleni. I thought you named yourself after my nose!
Ok, maybe I have like 5 minutes.
Gtg. Night all yey'all!
*her mind had closed the moment Adra mentioned demons* *her voice is grave, and mildly threatening* I really think you ought to go now.
*Her eyes narrow* I have a little girl of my own, you know. And I would never leave her.
*Moves to take a step, but her foot trips over the edge of her dress, sending her pitching forward*
*sigh* Timing...
P.s. Amy named herself after my mouth!
Hello?!
~Iggy
Goodbye!
~Iggy
Guys, I'm writing a story (the shock! The horror! :P) and I can't think of a name for one of my characters. -_-
So I was wondering if maybe somebody could help me? :)
If you can't that's fine.
Hey...
The character (not appearance, but personality):
He's easygoing most of the time, but when the need arises he can be serious. Usually. But he's got a dark side too. (who doesn't xD) He's sarcastic, yet people don't take it badly, and fairly intelligent. He also likes stating his opinion. He's an Energy Thrower.
Anything else? :)
And thank you so much for trying to help me out. C:
Hia, Snow! :)
Morning everyone!!
Morning Em and hi Elleni!
Hey Rose!! Hey Elleni!!!
Rose want me to repost the last thing I commented last night and we can continue. Last I wrote was the baby was making Casha walk out of the cave towards the river.
(Sure! Thank you!)
*Lorcan follows Casha, not aware of herself, out of the cave. What was that baby doing? He gets in front of Casha and puts his hands on her face.*
Lorcan: *whispers* I'm sorry baby.
*He starts to melt silver on her face and it begins to burn her skin. She screams as she starts to wake up but the baby's force field charges at Lorcan and knocks him clean off his feet.
He flies through the air and hits a huge boulder with such a force that there is a huge and chilling cracking noise from his spine.
Casha falls, exhausted to her knees just on the shore of the water. She looks up confused, as if she didn't know anything of what had happened.*
Rose: *She stares at Casha for a few brief moments before running towards Lorcan. She reaches down and shakes his shoulder, tears pooling in her eyes*
I swear to God... I'm not letting go to the dark. You better not be planning to leave us...
Diablo: *He runs to Casha and holds his hands to her face*
What just happened? What was the last thing you remember?
*He was subtlety blocking Lorcan from Casha's views, his eyes intent on hers*
(Payback is a bitch. *Sobs*)
*Lorcan moans and groans. He can't move at all.*
Lorcan: I can't feel anything... I can't move... I can't... Casha...
*Casha seems completely disorientated.*
Casha: I... I remember going to sleep... I couldn't get comfortable but I went to sleep.
Rose: *She strokes his face and hugs him tightly*
Spinal. More than definitely. I don't know if my magic can heal that one... I've never tried... Nor do I think that my magic is fully restored... But...
*She wipes her eyes*
Can I try...?
Diablo: *He nods, making note of this*
Did you dream? What did you dream of?
*Lorcan laughs slightly as he coughs*
Lorcan: What the fuck hit me? What about Casha, is she okay?
*Casha tries to think, did she? Why was he asking her this?*
Casha: I remember I was walking in my dream. Don't know where I was or where I was going, I was just walking...
Rose: It was the baby. It did it's force field-y thing and sent you flying into a rock.
*She looks behind her and sees Casha and Diablo*
Yeah, Casha's good. I don't think she knows what happened...
Diablo: Walking, huh?
*He nods again and turns Casha, walking back into the cave and using himself as a barrier between her and Lorcan*
How did you feel? Strange? Normal? Different than you are now? I'm just piling notes together about your child. I'm just curious about it.
Lorcan: Good, good. I'm glad she's alright. That fucking child... and I mean that in the most loving way possible.
*He tries to get up off the ground but his arms wobble badly and he hits the ground hard again.*
*Casha leans in slightly and rests on Diablo.*
Casha: I'm so tired. I thought I was having a good night sleep. I feel slightly sick actually, like that feeling you get when you eat too much.
Where's Lorcan? I remember he was beside me when I went asleep, I felt him touch my bump.
Rose: *She flicks him across the shoulder and rests her hands on either side of Lorcan's face. She taps her symbol with her thumb and her head starts to droop*
You're odd... Just rest, okay...?
Diablo: Oh... Okay... Lorcan's just gone to get some air. He was feeling a little off so he went for a walk, Rose making sure he was alright and didn't get attacked.
*He lies smoothly and walks into the cave, pulling her in after*
(Sorry, it was dinner...)
*Lorcan takes a huge breath and tries to relax himself.*
Lorcan: I... burned her. I had to wake her up. I... burned Casha.
*Casha looks slightly concerned as she holds her bump. She winces slightly, the baby was stretching again.*
Casha: I hope he's okay. I didn't even realised he didn't feel well.
Good morning friends! How are we all?
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*Trip emerges from the cave, his eyes darting back and forth- but he isn't looking at anything.*
Rose: Lorcan... She's absolutely fine... I can fix her later...
*Her head droops again and she straightens quickly, much the same as someone falling asleep. Her magic is still flowing into him*
It's you who you... Who you should worry about... She's fine...
Diablo: He'll be just fine, don't worry.
*He musses her hair playfully and winks*
It was one of those instant things. You know where you just get a wave of unease and just got to walk it off? It was one of those moments.
(Yo, Trip! How are you? Haven't seen you in a while, man!)
(You saw me last night! :P But still, I'm fine. You?)
*Lorcan puts his hand on Rose's shoulder.*
Lorcan: Don't push yourself, I can get up. Seriously Rose.
*Lorcan slowly pushes himself up until he is half sitting up. He spots Trip across the way.*
Lorcan: Trip! You alright?
*Casha sits down against her pillow at the log. She looks are her bump and feels so tired.*
Casha: What is this baby doing to me? I don't understand it. Lorcan doesn't know this but I'm thinking more and more about giving the baby away.
*his face is dismissive* of course! I'm always fine!
Casha, I wouldn't advise that.
Please, really don't.
(I haven't seen you properly for forever, let me amend my previous statement. Haha, I'm fine, dude! How's that bar of yours?)
Rose: *She shakes her head at him and looks at him with groggy eyes*
You don't push... Push yourself... I want to help...
*She yawns and turns, smiling at Trip*
Hey Trip...
Diablo: *He tries not to let shock show on his face as he looks at Casha*
Why would you be thinking thoughts like that? If you give the bub away, then it might just spend its whole life looking for you, then who knows what will happen...?
(I might have to disappear for a while... :/))
*Casha looks at Trip and Diablo with tears brimming as she wraps a blanket around her.*
Casha: I just don't know if I can handle this baby. What it's doing to me now and it's only in the womb, it frightens me to think what it could be like when it's born...
*Lorcan smiles at her as he is able to sit up all the way now.*
Lorcan: I know you want to help Rose but you need just as much rest as I do. But I am going to sit here for a while so you can sit with me if you want?
Also, that power, that's really not something you want to be giving to an unwitting adopter. That's the stuff of horror films.
*hugs Rose* Hello Dear, how are you?
(Oh it's okay. I used it as an eternal doom shelter yeterday, which was fun!)
Rose: *She nods slowly and leans against his side*
Alright... Just don't try and get up... First because I'm gonna fall...
*She yawns and rubs her eyes*
Secondly, because you're gonna strain yourself...
Diablo: *He smiles, but it's not a happy smile. I looks at his feet, his right knee bobbing*
I understand that... And I'm sorry... But I think you should just try. See if it changes it's ways. It might just grow on you.
(Haha!)
Rose: *She hugs him back tightly*
I'm good, Trip... Just... Just tired...
Maybe you should take a rest?
*Lorcan sighs and looks up at the night sky.*
Lorcan: Casha... I think there's more to her thinking than she's telling me. She seems... scared but won't talk it through with me.
I think she's worried about how I'll react to whatever it is!
*Casha wipes her eyes as the baby kicks her again. She rolls up her fist and clenches the blanket close to her.*
Rose: *She crosses her legs over each other and folds her arms across her chest*
Yeah, resting sounds like a good idea... If I fall asleep, use whatever force it takes to keep Lorcan not standing... And how are you, Trip? Doing well... I hope...
*Her eyelids fall and so does her head, but she yanks them up and looks back to Lorcan*
Maybe she is... I'd hate it too be too serious...
Diablo: *He walks to Casha and smiles at her*
You'll be alright. Okay?
(Might become distant... Having to study...)
*puts an arm around the poor lass*
It's all right. You'll be fine, really. It'll be a tough road, sure. But in the end, you will be fine.
Casha: I won't be okay. You can feel it too Trip, I know by looking at you. You know this baby is beyond...
*She stops and gasps in pain as she holds onto the bump. She stands up slightly as she looks to see water running towards the fire pit from under her.*
Casha: Oh no... oh no... I'm too ear...
*She gasps in pain again as she holds onto the log.*
(Sorry, gtg)
No, that's just you seeing what you want to see. It will end well, I can promise you.
I'm still here!
For another 30 minutes.
*Casha tries to stand but is brought down to her knees again in pain. The labour pains starting to take effect badly.*
Casha: Oh gosh... Oh gosh... where's Lorcan? Where's Lorcan!!!
*She gasps in pain again.*
Oi! Lorcan! Get over here!
*stands* All right lass, let's get you to a slight;y better place o give birth than here.
*Lorcan pushes himself off the ground. He finally stands and wobbles slightly, his back is in pain but he runs over to the cave despite his body's protest.*
Lorcan: Casha?! Are you alright?
*Casha is trying to take deep breaths.*
Casha: the baby... it's coming...
Lorcan: Oh shit.
Casha: Trip... wants... me... to... move...
Lorcan: She can't go anywhere Trip, we can't risk it with the hunters around either.
She doesn't need to. *splays his hand and a boat of energy appears in front of them*
I can fly us.
*his grin is huge*
SAY SOMETHING IM GIVING UP ON YOU
AND YOU FEEL YOURSELF SUFFOCATING
I CAN SEE IT IN YOUR EYES
HOW AM I GONNA BE AN OPTAMIST ABOUT THIS
IM BEGGING YOU FOR MERCY
LET ME LOVE YOU
Rose: *She scrambles to her feet, following Lorcan*
Casha?! You alright?!
*Casha cries out in pain again as she holds the bump tightly. Her hands are smoking again from the heat of the bump but she doesn't notice. Lorcan takes her hands.*
Lorcan: She can't go anywhere like this Trip!
*Casha blindly reaches out when she hears Rose.*
Casha: Rose! Rose... the baby... I'm early...
Lorcan, the baby's gonna an incubator! She doesn't need to move, I can move her. *his hand glows purple* I can move her!
Does that mean that the only chance we'll see you in London is if we win the tickets? If so, that's a shame as London is the only place I can get to :(
*She stumbles to Casha and brushes her hair away from her face*
Congrats Casha! Just breathe. Okay? Breathe.
*Lorcan kisses her hands as he starts getting upset. He knows its going to need more than they can do here.*
Lorcan: Alright! Alright, we need to get you and the baby somewhere better. We'll be okay *he kisses her hand again*
Casha: But... the... hunters... *she cries out in pain again.*
Lorcan: Don't worry about them, just worry about getting our baby here safe and sound.
*snaps his fingers and a tree ruptures into splinters*
No need to worry about hunters.
Now, don't panic. It's bad for the child. *is frantically trying to remember things from when Cara was being born*
*cracks his knuckles, and then very carefully lets gelatinous energy flow over Casha. When it surrounds her it turns solid. He raises his arms and guides her into the energy boat. When the girl is in the energy retreats into the boat*
Okay, everybody in!
*She looks at Trip and leaps in beside Casha*
Sorry man, I'm coming too.
*hops in*
You count as part of everyone, don't you?
*Lorcan gets in beside Casha as he nervously starts biting his nails. How can the baby be coming now, it is too early.*
Lorcan: Where are we going Trip?
I'm me. I'm not everyone.
*She laughs quietly*
(Sorry, really distant...))
The nearest hospital.
They have a bar in the lobby! *the boat jerkily lifts into the air, and slowly moves up above the trees*
Sorry about all that, I'm a little rusty.
*Casha gasps in pain again, this time the silver glow returns to her bump. She cries out in pain.*
Lorcan: It's okay baby, I'm right here. You're okay.
Trip, how is a group of doctors meant to react to that!
*he points to the now glowing baby bump.*
Don't worry, this lot have dealt with weirder! *they're now skimming just above the tree vline, speed increasing greatly.*
*She holds out her hand to Casha, tapping the symbol. With the adrenaline running through her body, she feels an endless supply of magic*
Hold my hand. It'll help!
*Casha has a look of panic on her face as she looks at Rose.*
Casha: Rose... I... I think I need to push... I think...
*She cries out in pain again*
Lorcan: Oh no, baby just take deep breaths. Just nice deep breaths.
Yeah, just save the birthing stuff for the hospital.
*She embraces Casha tightly*
Just hold on a bit longer. Just a bit longer.
*She grabs Casha's hand, activating the symbol to try and take away some of the pain*
Just wait, okay? You can hold on a bit longer.
*Lorcan holds onto Casha's hands tightly as some tears start to run down his face.*
Lorcan: How much more longer Trip, please.
Casha. Truth or truth. What is your favourite number and why?
*She holds her hand tighter, trying to get her mind off the baby, even though she knows it wouldn't be possible*
Sorry, sorry.
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*the hospital can be seen on the horizon*
We're nearly there!
(Do you think it's gonna be a girl or a boy, Trip?))
((Boy))
*Lorcan squeezed Casha's hand gently as he sighed some bit of relief.*
Lorcan: We're nearly there baby, nearly there. It's going to be okay.
*Suddenly the forcefield knocks off Lorcan's hand and two of his fingers snap.*
Lorcan: Bollocks!!!
*He looks as Casha gasps in horror.*
Lorcan: It's alright baby, it's alright. Never mind, never mind.
(Girl. I bet your bar on it. Joking!)
*She places her hand on Lorcan's and taps the symbol. She knows that when this ordeal is over, she's going to collapse*
Casha, he's fine. He's been through a lot worse. And the baby doesn't know what's going on. It's never been born before.
*She smiles at Casha and lays an arm behind her shoulders*
You'll be fine.
((Morning.....-Zaf
(Morning Zaf! You okay?)
((Yeah was just woken up against my will by a phone.-Zaf
*they touch down outside the hospital a little rough*
Sorry, a little rusty. *leaps out* I'll go and get a wheelchair!
(I absolutely hate it when that happens... Grrrr.... Do you want to continue from earlier on?)
*She vaults over the side and looks at Casha and Lorcan*
Need any help? Anything at all?
((Sure. I'm trying to distract myself from a very pissed Alexis.-Zaf
(I can't find the last post but I'll just make something up!))
Rose2: *She stares at the sky and holds her arms out while she spins, not caring of the Asgardians who cast her strange looks*
My, my... I never actually thought that I would see a different sky... There is always the wonder of what space looks like from a different planet, but you never really think about the fact that you might actually see it...
Astrid: I never would have thought I'd have brought anyone over. I do not regret bringing you here. I am so sorry that Loki and Zanida hurt you. *A guard goes to Thir, and suddenly lightning cracks*
Rose2: It's funny the things you don't notice until someone points them out. And thank you, I do love it here...
*She smiles at Astrid*
It's alright. Loki and Zanida didn't hurt me too bad. It was the emotional turmoil that followed.
*When the thunder cracks, she pulls her arms in and lets out a shriek, almost dropping to the ground*
Oh God!
Astrid: Thor is pissed.
Thor: *comes over* Loki and Zanida escaped. I want Rose to stay here, lest Loki have a play thing down on Midgard
*Lorcan vaults over and grabs Casha around the waste gently to lift her off the boat.*
Lorcan: Nearly there baby, you are doing so well.
Casha: I need to... *she then throws up as soon as her feet touch the ground, there was some silver mixed in with the vomit.*
Lorcan: that's not good. You're okay baby, you're okay. Deep breaths.
Rose2: *She curses loudly and balls her hands into fists*
Okay. I hate those two... I need to punch something...
*She listens to what Thor says next and raises an eyebrow*
I do absolutely love it here and I don't want to be possessed or anything like that again... But... My friends...? And the whole fact that I might be caught off-guard in a strange city if he does decide that, hey, he wants to go kill me. That wouldn't be the best.
*Her hands shake and she looks pointedly at Thor's arm*
Would you mind all too much if I used that as a punching bag?
Rose1: *She follows the couple, keeping behind them just in case something is to happen*
Almost there Casha! Almost there!
Thor: He cannot enter Asgard without Heimdall knowing, and I believe you would be far off safer, if he wants to use you against people he cannot. *looks at his arm* If you must.
Alexis: *enters Casha's mind, and cuts off her sight*
Rose2: *She sends a punch, as hard as she can, into Thor's arm. Her hand bounces back, pain rippling across her knuckles. She looks at Thor, smiling*
Thank you. Much better. And lets just say that Heimdall learns that Loki is in Asgard but is too far away to do anything. What would happen then? And I probably would be safer here... But Loki would have the upper hand in a confrontation. He's been here before... And kinda lived here. I... I just walked around with Astrid. And that was about all....
Thor: Warriors and guards. That's our advantage, Loki knows he cannot win a fight here. As for Zanida....I only hope she will return to me.
*Casha stumbles as she blindly reaches out for someone. The panic and fear in her voice.*
Casha: I can't see! I can't see!!
Lorcan: Is it the baby? What's happening?
Casha: I can't see Lorcan!!!!
*The baby suddenly lashes out at Lorcan and Rose, not sure where the threat is coming from until it senses Alexis's power and sends a huge shock at Alexis.*
Alexis: *gets thrown back, letting out a shriek, not very far from where Lorcan is*
Rose2: *She pauses, weighing up both the pros and the cons*
If I die, I want to be buried here. That's about all I'm going to say. I'll stay here and I'll keep an eye out for either of them. If I see Zanida, I will personally escort her to you, Thor.
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Rose1: *She gasps and falls to the floor as something strikes her*
Stupid... Damn... Bloody... Baby...
*She gets back to her feet, knowing that she has to keep going*
*Lorcan hear's Alexis and looks back. He holds on tighter to Casha. Casha grips him back.*
Casha: I heard her too. I think she's hurt. You should go to her.
Lorcan: Casha! I can't leave you, you're about to give birth.
Casha: Go Lorcan!! I have Rose with me.
*He kisses her hands, knowing how much he loved that girl in that moment.*
Lorcan: Rose, make sure she gets to the ward. I will be right behind you!
*He runs off in the direction of where Alexis was.*
Lorcan: Alexis?!!
Thor: We do not bury our dead, but you will be escorted back to Midgard, should you die.
Astrid: Good, because our queen is here.
Alexis: I'm....alive! *is curled up in a ball, on the ground* Just...in...pain...like....I'm...on...fire.
Rose1: Sure thing, Lorcan! Be safe!
*She runs to where Casha is and grabs onto her hand*
You okay? Just keep breathing, angel.
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Rose2: I guess you wouldn't actually bury your dead... I don't even think that there is dirt here...
*She turns to Astrid, eyes wide*
Zanida's here? Where?
Astrid: Look by the training area. Its just her.
Thor: I am not going to fight her, I cannot bring myself to hurt her.
Rose2: *She looks towards the training area and her eyes widen. She instinctively takes a half-step back before walking forward again, chastising herself for her childishness*
I'm going to talk to her, alright...?
Astrid: If you wish to.
Zanida: *sees Rose and runs, trying to get to Thor*
Rose2: *She tilts her head in confusion as she starts to run*
Zanida, what are you doing...?
Zanida: *stops dead and turns to Rose* Trying to get to Thor.
((just a random question or two, then I'm poofing :)
Can I use MageBay as an actual location (like, as a department store for mages and sorcerers) in my story thing? And does anybody else ship Leo/Calypso from The House of Hades?
If you answer, thanks c:))
((I guess the first question would be directed to Fabi, the second to anybody. :P))
Rose2: *She felt her arms begin to quiver, with fear possibly, as she looked at Zanida*
Where's Loki... You two seem to be joined at the hip... If you are here, he must not be far behind...
(I've never heard of The House of Hades... Sorry Phoe!))
*Lorcan goes and helps her up before making sure there was no broken bones or anything.*
Lorcan: I'm so sorry. The baby is just protecting Casha, it have me and Rose a good slap as well. She's in labour, that attack just pushed the baby overboard.
Are you okay??
*A few nurses came out and gathered around Casha, bringing her up to the delivery ward. A doctor walked over to Rose.*
Doctor: Are you the girls birthing partner? How far long is she and when did the contractions start?
Zanida: On Midgard, I came alone.
Alexis: Lorcan....I...think I'm having my Surge. It hurts like hell...
Rose1: I've got no idea what you mean by birthing partner, but she is a good friend of mine. The contractions started... What, ten-ish minutes ago? And she's early. I can't remember how long. Lorcan, the father, he'd know. He's busy at the moment.
*She was speaking in a rush*
Just be careful with the child. It is powerful.
((I totes ship it.-Zaf
Rose2: *She eyes Zanida distrustfully and glances behind her, to Thor*
You... Can pass...
*She steps aside, fearing that Loki was sneaking up on her. It was just paranoia. Strange place, strange people, strange timing*
Zanida: *goes to Thor*
Thor: *puts an arm around her, keeping her close* Why did you escape?
Zanida: I couldn't stand being away from you.
Thor: I know you miss me, but you were with Loki, and Frigga sent you two books.
Rose2: *While she is close enough, she inspects the training arena with great interest. Asgardians seemed to be able to do some pretty horrible damage*
Remind me to stay on Thor's side...
Doctor: Having a powerful baby is nothing this hospital hasn't encountered before.
She needs someone in the delivery ward with her. She can't be on her own.
So more than likely this baby will be a preemy baby?
*Lorcan hugs her.*
Lorcan: I know it hurts, but you will do well. Just try not to focus on the pain just focus on how awesome you'll be with your powers.
Now I really have to get to the hospital, are you coming with me?
Astrid: *lets the two have their moment, going by Rose* We can, and if Thor ever went into battle...you're done for.
Alexis: *hugs him back, and he can feel her shaking* S-sure, I'll come. I don't know how well walking will work, but I'll come.
Rose1: *She nods*
I'll go in with her. And yeah, it's definitely premature. But, this child can do some serious damage. It can break bones of others with ease.
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Rose2: *She shudders but imagines Thor, dressed in battle armour with his hammer raised to the rumbling sky in the middle of a battlefield and winces*
You lucky aliens... We can do nothing in comparison. I hit Thor and he didn't even seem to flich. And I hit him with everything I got. And seeing him in a battle... That would be painful... I'm just going to be on your side forever, alright?
*Lorcan taps his damaged back*
Lorcan: Come on, hop up. I'll run quickly.
Doctor: Please do not worry. We will make sure to deliver this baby safely as possible. This way please.
*The doctor lead her into the ward as Casha was sitting up in the bed. The sweat was evident on her forehead as a nurse was hooking up painkillers into a IV.*
Doctor: Casha, the painkillers should help but we will give you an emergency epidural if you need it.
*Casha nods furiously and her face lights up when she sees Rose.*
Rose1: Casha!
*She runs over and hugs her friend around the neck*
Just keep breathing, okay? I'll breathe with you it it helps. We can both look like monkeys together, okay?
*She smiles at her and takes her hand. She songs softly*
Keep breathing, my angel...
Astrid: That's fine, he'll be happy to know he has Midgard on his side.
Alexis: *hops up, trying to keep her focus away from pain*
Rose2: The only thing we are good at is dying with style...
*A though pops into her head*
I think I ought to tell you. There are... Other parts of me who aren't quite as happy to talk to you guys. They, well, one in particular, hates absolutely everyone. And that's Sil, the one you told not to be controlled by Loki. They're dangerous...
Casha: *takes as many deep breaths as she can before she looks at a nurse.*
Casha: I really feel like pushing, it's so sore.
Nurse: Okay sweetie, just hold on, the midwife will be with you in a minute and then you can start.
*Casha's bump started glowing silver again. The nurse walked over to Rose.*
Nurse: We've had to put you down as the birthing partner so I'm not sure if the father would be able to come in for the birth, we try and limit the birthing partners to just 1 to reduce the stress.
*Lorcan winces slightly but he makes sure that Alexis is on firmly.*
Lorcan: Right, let's go!
*Lorcan ran as fast as he could towards the hospital*
Astrid: Understood. We'll be careful. I know not what these names mean, Loki was upset because he thought Zanida's true namr was stolen.
Alexis: I'm holding on!! *is laughing*
((Last night was funny. I was watching Thor 2, and I hadn't realized Mom was behind me, so we get to Frigga's scene and I hear: You go girlfriend! I turn and there's Mom. So then the funeral happens, I had tissues and my Mom aks for one, and we ended it there because we couldn't stop crying.-Zaf))
Rose1: *She looks at the nurse and shook her head*
Lorcan is coming in. I'm sorry, but he is coming in. This is his first child. If he gets here, you are going to let him in.
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Rose2: These names, they're part of us mages, us sorcerers. They are pretty much where our magic comes from. If a sorcerer knows their own true name without anyone else knowing it, then they have extraordinary power. But if someone knows another's true name, then the mage who knows the name may use it against them while the victim doesn't access more power... Or that's just what I've picked up. Just... My names aren't nice people... If they do come out, lock me up and throw away the key.
(*Hugs Zaf*
We must have very different families... Or perhaps American families are strange. My mum comes home from work and then cooks. I we don't watch movies together...))
Astrid: You'll be safe if that happens. *her gaze goes to Thor and Zanida* He hasn't let go of her, he really missed her.
((My mom usually cooks too, but she works for the school so we both have off during the summer. Usually we only do that type of thing during the weekend.-Zaf))
Rose2: I honestly don't care if someone breaks my spine, I just don't want anyone else hurt...
*She follows Astrid's gaze and chuckles*
Hehe, that's cute...
*She thinks of Mårē and sighs heavily. She misses him*
Nurse: I'll go and inform the doctor then.
*Just as the nurse leaves, the midwife walks in and smiles at them both.*
Midwife: Hey there Casha, I was told you have pushy feelings.
*Casha nods as she tries to keep her breathing even. She then cries out as another contraction takes over.*
Midwife: Alright sweetheart, lets welcome this baby.
*The midwife positions herself at the end of the babe and starts getting Casha ready for the birth.*
*Lorcan gets to the front of the hospital and he lets Alexis down. He leans up against a tree to get his breath back, his back was really in pain now.*
(My mum works for a security company. Doesn't get much time off. But American families are odd. And you know how in movies, Australians have that really think slang accet?
We. Do. Not. Sound. Like. That.
At least not all of us. We sound like a mix between British and American. Mostly American.))
((Aww so they messed up the Aussie accent?-Zaf))
Astrid: What would you say....I ship it.
Alexis: Thanks. *is able to stand, just shaken a bit from the pain*
Rose1: Thank you, nurse.
*She tightens her grip on Casha's hand when she cried out*
Breathe with me. In. Out... In. Out... In. Hold my hand as much as you need to.
*She sends out a thought to Lorcan, despite him not being able to hear her thoughts, hurry the fuck up man... You're gonna miss it...
(It's all Crocodile Dundee's fault. All you guys know the accent from him. We actually sound normal. Full on normal.)
Rose2: *She laughs again an shakes her head*
Isn't that a Midgardian thing? To 'ship' stuff? And yeah, Ido agree. Cute couple. Twisted into fate like a eight-year old's plait.
Astrid: We do know Midgardian terms, Rose. *smiles* Perhaps Loki will come home, he promised me he would return and when he does we can to any of the Nine Realms.
Lorcan: No probs. Right let's go!
*He runs into the reception desk and the nurse there brings him towards the delievry ward. They make sure he's cleaned his hands and is in a pair of scrubs before he walks in.*
Casha: Lorcan!
*He smiles as he rushes over and holds her hands, kissing them.*
Casha: You made it...
Lorcan: I made it.
*Casha cries out again as she squeezes Lorcan and Rose's hand tightly in pain.*
Midwife: Great timing Daddy, she has just started pushing. The baby had began to crown.
Rose2: It's just so odd. You speak with such a strange... Fashion? No. It's just how you formulate your sentances. All proper-like. While I'm just using Migardian whatevers.
*She nods, shrinking away slightly when Astrid mentioned Loki*
You're so lucky you can travel anywhere you want. We don't even have teleportation yet.
Rose1: *She stares thankfully at Lorcan when he enters, then she shoots him a dirty look, one that clearly says, 'I'll be talking to you after this is done'*
Casha. Come on! You can do it!
*She hides the wince threatening to twitch across her face when Casha squeezes her hand*
Come on! You can do it girl!
Astrid: We're more advanced here. I understand you lack a lot of things, but we do not often travel to other realms. We find it rather rude, as we protect them.
Alexis: *slowly makes her way into the room, scared she'll end up hurt* Rose don't kill me I'm in the middle of my Surge.
*Lorcan holds Casha's hand and places his forehead against Casha's as another contraction rips through her.*
Midwife: Good girl Casha, nearly there. Nearly there! The baby is almost here.
*Casha cries out one last time on the last contraction when the room was filled with the shrill sound of a baby crying.
Casha started crying, as did Lorcan. They watched as a nurse took the little one over to another table and check the baby over.
The midwife smiled at the both.*
Midwife: Congratulations the both of you. It's a baby girl.
Rose2: Well, it's more the fact that you have the ability to do so while we still deny the presence of aliens. In all honesty, until I met Loki, I did not believe you, all of these legends, were true. I had read up on the Norse legends, trying to figure our what lies ahead. Valhalla seemed like a nice place to end up.
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Rose1: *She turns to Alexis, shooting her the same dirty look*
We will be having a very lengthy discussion on this after the birth, okay? You better give me a damn good explanation about why I shouldn't rip out your throat.
*Her thought was pointed towards Alexis*
*Valencia sits on her log, braiding, unbraiding, braiding again a small strand of hair*
*It appears to her that, yet again, she seems to be the only one not in a perpetual existential crisis*
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