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Re: Magical Lotus, Mahou Shoujou Byakuren - Episode 2
« Reply #630 on: November 25, 2011, 06:11:12 AM »
>Let the tears out. We'll be better for it afterward.

>The last time you cried like this was the first time you saw Myoren after his kidney transplant last year, which none of you were certain he would make it out of. The relief, the joy, you felt then is just as palpable as it is now. It takes you the better part of a minute to compose yourself.
>Once you pull youself back together (mostly anyway), Lily offers you a handkercheif.

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Re: Magical Lotus, Mahou Shoujou Byakuren - Episode 2
« Reply #631 on: November 25, 2011, 06:31:09 AM »
>Put the handkerchief to use.
>Recall the situation we're in. Let Ringly go, see how the others are doing.

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« Reply #632 on: November 25, 2011, 07:23:24 AM »
>Put the handkerchief to use.
>Recall the situation we're in. Let Ringly go, see how the others are doing.

>Accepting Lily's offering, you dab your eyes and nose, wiping the tears from your cheeks after disentangling yourself from the woman.
>Well, trying to, anyway. You find the braided woman's arms rather firmly encircling your waist. "Mother feels better now?" she asks in that same quiet tone she's used all along.
>Lily quietly laughs a little laugh, her face lit by a brilliant smile, her own eyes still rather damn. Even with tear-stained cheeks, she still looks so lovely.
>Chie is doing her best to keep a respectable distance between the three of you, and although no tears are in evidence, she does seem to have a sense of wonderment at the scene before her.
>The Eagle is wearing a smirk, her arms resting lightly on her hips. "That's a heck of a sight from the other side." Chie nods her agreement.

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« Reply #633 on: November 25, 2011, 07:32:03 AM »
>Nod to Storm Eagle, then say, "Can you find her something to wear, please?"
>Look to Ringly: "Do you have a name?"
>Where does one dump off newly minted youkai; aside from a proper dumpster?

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Re: Magical Lotus, Mahou Shoujou Byakuren - Episode 2
« Reply #634 on: November 25, 2011, 08:24:53 AM »
>Where does one dump off newly minted youkai; aside from a proper dumpster?

>Scratch that; there's no way we're just dumping her off somewhere.

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Re: Magical Lotus, Mahou Shoujou Byakuren - Episode 2
« Reply #635 on: November 25, 2011, 08:41:20 AM »
>Unscratch.

Not planning on doing it. I'm just curious about what one would typically do when one of your possessions suddenly turns into a youkai and you can't possibly afford it. So we know what social and legal norms we're bucking.

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« Reply #636 on: November 25, 2011, 09:48:41 AM »
>Nod to Storm Eagle, then say, "Can you find her something to wear, please?"
>Look to Ringly: "Do you have a name?"
>Where does one dump off newly minted youkai; aside from a proper dumpster?

>"Yeh, I'll see what I can scrounge." she replies easily, before breezing out of the shack. "Chie surprised." the feline miko states quietly in her wake.
>"No. Should I have?"
>Not every major city in the world has proper facilities for that sort of thing. Fortunately, for all parties involved, Mayoiga does. Founded, owned and operated by the Saigyoji group, in conjunction with the Hakurei group, the Center for the Recently Ascended (or CRA for short) is a place that helps newborn youkai of all origins acclamate to their new existance, as well as new fairys that emerge from... well, wherever fairys come from, as there's several schools of thought on that one. Personal items becoming youkai is hardly unheard of, and many who find themselves in the proximity of new youkai simply lack the means to care for them until they adapt, and are unwilling to simply turn them loose. This applies to feral youkai as well; it's been known to happen that someone would become attached to a wild youkai, but lack the means to care for it themselves, for whatever reason. That's where the CRA comes in.
>You're not entirely familiar with the inner workings of the facility, but it has an excellent reputation around town. Yuyuko has spoken highly of its staff and its process, in her own way, and between school, your jobs you've worked in the past, and generally about town, you know of several youkai that now fit in perfectly among society that have come through the CRA program. In fact, from what Lily mentioned earlier, Chie herself is a product of CRA, though perhaps she hasn't assimilated entirely perfectly just yet. Every youkai is different, of course.

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Re: Magical Lotus, Mahou Shoujou Byakuren - Episode 2
« Reply #637 on: November 25, 2011, 10:01:41 AM »
>"You'll need one, but we can handle that."
>Guide her toward a seat. "I'm...not sure what we do now."

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« Reply #638 on: November 25, 2011, 10:18:31 AM »
>What was the gem that was set in the ring?

I'm thinking we should name her after the gem that was in the ring.
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« Reply #639 on: November 25, 2011, 10:26:19 AM »
I'm gonna go with Freddie.

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« Reply #640 on: November 25, 2011, 10:38:27 AM »
>"You'll need one, but we can handle that."
>Guide her toward a seat. "I'm...not sure what we do now."

>After you disentangle yourself fully from the youkai, you guide her to sitting on the floor, as the place has nothing for seats readily available. Although you have to demonstate what 'sitting' is for her. You note that, now that her eyes are open, that their gold color is identical to that of the youma's pinprick irises. This reminder of her previous.... existance, is somewhat unpleasant.
>She tilts her head to the side in confusion. "You mean I was an accident?!"

>What was the gem that was set in the ring?

I'm thinking we should name her after the gem that was in the ring.

>The ring was a simple band of gold; it had no gemstone, only an inscription.
(Which is a pity, if I'm honest, because that's a nice sentiment. But yes, if you folks choose, naming the newborn is entirely your call. Though you might want to ask Lily for her input. After all, it took both of you to make her.)

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Re: Magical Lotus, Mahou Shoujou Byakuren - Episode 2
« Reply #641 on: November 25, 2011, 03:12:53 PM »
>"Lily, what do you think a good name would be?"

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« Reply #642 on: November 26, 2011, 04:24:24 AM »
>"Lily, what do you think a good name would be?"

>Your question seems to surprise Lily. "Huwheh? Uh..." She visibly ponders for a moment. "I, uh... Well, don't.. Don't youkai usually know their own names? Or, I dunno, name themselves?" she adds, glancing over at Chie. The feline youkai nods. "Chie knew her name, before Chie knew to talk. Don't know how, or why."
>"I am different from other... youkai, mama?" the newborn asks Lily. Whose face turns very, very red at the title thrown her way. "M-Mama..." she stammers, her hands flying to her cheeks for a second or two. "W-well... I'm not an expert, but, uh... I think that most-many youkai just, uh... Well, they're 'born' on their own. At least the ones I know. I'm not sure if.... Well, I don't know if anything quite like this has ever happened before."

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Re: Magical Lotus, Mahou Shoujou Byakuren - Episode 2
« Reply #643 on: November 26, 2011, 04:51:49 AM »
>"We'll, ah, figure something out. Um, is there anything you'd like to be called, perhaps?"

Re: Magical Lotus, Mahou Shoujou Byakuren - Episode 2
« Reply #644 on: November 26, 2011, 05:48:41 AM »
>"We'll, ah, figure something out. Um, is there anything you'd like to be called, perhaps?"

>The newborn takes a moment to think. She looks down at her hands, and the gold band on her finger.
>"This ring... it is made of... gold. That is the word, yes?" Lily gives her a "Yup." The newborn nods slowly. "Then, if you wish to call me something, Gold will do."

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Re: Magical Lotus, Mahou Shoujou Byakuren - Episode 2
« Reply #645 on: November 26, 2011, 07:25:20 AM »
>"That's not really a name, though... Well, not a proper name, it's a general name. Hmm. But, Marigold is a proper name. Would that do?"
>Glance to Lily as well for confirmation.

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« Reply #646 on: November 26, 2011, 07:52:24 AM »
>"That's not really a name, though... Well, not a proper name, it's a general name. Hmm. But, Marigold is a proper name. Would that do?"
>Glance to Lily as well for confirmation.

>"As you wish, Mother."
>Lily laughs. "Well, she's certainly accomodating." she says lightly, a smile on her still slightly-flushed face. "I like the sound of Marigold, but, it kinda sounds like a Fairy name, don'cha think?"

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Re: Magical Lotus, Mahou Shoujou Byakuren - Episode 2
« Reply #647 on: November 26, 2011, 08:13:45 AM »
>"A little, but faerie names are fine, don't you think?"

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« Reply #648 on: November 26, 2011, 08:26:17 AM »
>"A little, but faerie names are fine, don't you think?"

>"Mm!" Lily nods. "Fairy names are pretty."

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Re: Magical Lotus, Mahou Shoujou Byakuren - Episode 2
« Reply #649 on: November 26, 2011, 09:06:47 AM »
If yalls got better ideas, speak up.

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« Reply #650 on: November 26, 2011, 09:13:11 AM »
Sounds fine to me man.
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Re: Magical Lotus, Mahou Shoujou Byakuren - Episode 2
« Reply #651 on: November 26, 2011, 10:02:03 AM »
I'm good with it.

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« Reply #652 on: November 26, 2011, 10:02:37 AM »
>"Then we'll call you Marigold."
>Take a good, long breath.
>"This is rather difficult. I'm not sure what to do next... Lily, do you think it might be a good idea to have the CRA give here a look over? Actually, would they even have a reasonably quick testing service?"

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« Reply #653 on: November 28, 2011, 01:39:37 AM »
>"Then we'll call you Marigold."
>Take a good, long breath.
>"This is rather difficult. I'm not sure what to do next... Lily, do you think it might be a good idea to have the CRA give here a look over? Actually, would they even have a reasonably quick testing service?"

>"I understand. I am Marigold." she replies. "Well... for now, at least." Lily adds.
>Then you pause to gather your thoughts.
>"Uh.... I actually don't know how fast they work, myself. I think it probably depends on the youkai. Chie was with them for... three months, was it, Chie?"
>"Five." Chie corrects. "Chie spend five months with See Arr Eh. Help Chie learn to talk, teach her about the world, people, things, clothes, money, food, reading, writing, what smells mean, what smells like what-." Lily laughs lightly. "Okay, thanks." Chie nods, then looks at you. "See Arr Eh helps all youkai learn to live in world. Take care of youkai until youkai can take care of themselves. Then help them find a place for themselves. That's why Chie's here!" she finishes, a perky smile on her pretty face. The smile on Lily's face is more subdued as she gazes at the feline youkai.

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« Reply #654 on: November 28, 2011, 03:55:44 AM »
>"Hm, well, that's one advantage Marigold does have, knowing how to talk... Hmm."
>To our knowledge, is there any kind of certificate that graduates from the CRA's programs would get, to prove they've met basic social standards?
>Glance toward Lily. "It might do to pay them a visit, just so they can help us figure out what kind of paperwork needs to be filled out so she's a afforded the basic decencies of a citizen."
>Look to Marigold. "Sorry, I'm just trying to figure out what to do next, this has caught us a bit by surprise."
>Check the time, they'd probably want a time of birth...

Re: Magical Lotus, Mahou Shoujou Byakuren - Episode 2
« Reply #655 on: November 28, 2011, 07:20:30 AM »
>"Hm, well, that's one advantage Marigold does have, knowing how to talk... Hmm."
>To our knowledge, is there any kind of certificate that graduates from the CRA's programs would get, to prove they've met basic social standards?
>Glance toward Lily. "It might do to pay them a visit, just so they can help us figure out what kind of paperwork needs to be filled out so she's a afforded the basic decencies of a citizen."
>Look to Marigold. "Sorry, I'm just trying to figure out what to do next, this has caught us a bit by surprise."
>Check the time, they'd probably want a time of birth...

>Not so far as you know.
>Lily nods slowly. "I'd kinda like to look after her myself, but, that's impossible right now..." she trails off. "CRA would be good, too. I mean, that's what they're there for."
>Marigold regards you with that serene expression of hers. "Surpirse... is when something unexpected, or unusual happens, yes?"
>The time is now 5:09 PM.

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« Reply #656 on: November 28, 2011, 08:56:13 AM »
>"That's exactly right, Marigold.
>Give her a pat on the shoulder. Then look toward Lily. "I think I can arrange for something, and have no intentions of leaving her with the CRA unless it she wants it or it becomes absolutely necessary. But, I think it would be best they give her a check-up and make sure that everything is fine. There might be some some good details they can give us that we wouldn't anticipate on our own."

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« Reply #657 on: November 28, 2011, 10:55:03 AM »
>"That's exactly right, Marigold.
>Give her a pat on the shoulder. Then look toward Lily. "I think I can arrange for something, and have no intentions of leaving her with the CRA unless it she wants it or it becomes absolutely necessary. But, I think it would be best they give her a check-up and make sure that everything is fine. There might be some some good details they can give us that we wouldn't anticipate on our own."

>"Why not?" Chie asks you, her big eyes curious. "You think they bad people? Do bad work? Not trust them with new youkai?"
>Lily supplies an answer on your behalf, "It's not that, Chie. It's just, Byakuren is a very responsible woman. And if she... If WE, helped bring Marigold into this world, in the form she's in, that means she's our responsibility." A noble sentiment, but, she can't quite keep a small blush from forming under her blue eyes. But it fades as she regards you, her expression serious. "But, Byakuren, I'm not sure we have a lot of choice. The CRA really is the best place for new youkai, far as I know, and I'd guess Marigold here will adjust faster than most. I mean, she seems bright enough." She pauses to give the newborn a big smile, which is returned by a tranquil smile from Marigold. "And besides," she continus, "It's not like we couldn't see her. Right, Chie?"
>The feline miko shakes her head. "They probably like that happening, Chie thinks. They big on adapting to 'real' world. Helps to have people in that world that care. People waiting for you."
>"No, really, there's only one choice." Lily says, standing and gazing into your eyes. "I'll do the right thing here." She crosses the shed to you and, to your surprise, drops to one knee. "I have no ring to propose with, Byakuren. All I have is myself. But, if you'll accept me... will you marry me? And we can raise our baby together."

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Re: Magical Lotus, Mahou Shoujou Byakuren - Episode 2
« Reply #658 on: November 28, 2011, 11:02:57 AM »
>"Then Lily, there's only one thing to say: GODDAMNIT LANCER! BOTH OF THEM!"
>"What were your experiences like, Chie?"

Re: Magical Lotus, Mahou Shoujou Byakuren - Episode 2
« Reply #659 on: November 29, 2011, 01:13:02 AM »
>"Then Lily, there's only one thing to say: GODDAMNIT LANCER! BOTH OF THEM!"
>"What were your experiences like, Chie?"

>"Good!"