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Day 4
Jan 19, 2013 23:43:57 GMT -5
Post by RoseNasty on Jan 19, 2013 23:43:57 GMT -5
Tama stood by a window with her arms crossed, in thought. At the revelation, she remained there, unflinching, but turned to observe the reactions of the others. It was perfectly reasonable to be afraid of such a beast, but she didn't trust any of them to stand their ground beside her when the time came. She weighed the options in her mind. Allow those she deemed unfit, based on recent experiences, to stay in the group and test their resolve against a dragon- an ultimate testament to true courage; or, dismiss them as soon as possible. The first, at the risk of their lives, the latter, at the risk of hers. Should she possibly endanger the mission by allowing any of these neophytes to get in the way? Nam Il sees only their merit, but does not consider their drawbacks, it seems. And why would he? He is just a scribe... Tama's thoughts went on like this for a some minutes, but she finally spoke. "I do not imagine a dragon attacking without provocation, so all we must do is try our best not to provoke it...." she brings her hand to her chin, "...fascinating...I look forward to meeting this Haiyang Lung..." One more chance...
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Day 4
Jan 20, 2013 0:00:20 GMT -5
Post by PyrasTerran on Jan 20, 2013 0:00:20 GMT -5
Nam Il listens closely to Tama's words, nodding in agreement, as he turns to look to the others. Then, a heavy thought entered his mind.
"..What if.. he will not part with it? With the Lung of Lungs?" He looks to Tama, almost like an uncertain child does to their parent.
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Day 4
Jan 20, 2013 0:15:24 GMT -5
Post by RoseNasty on Jan 20, 2013 0:15:24 GMT -5
"We must do whatever it takes to acquire it... even if it means drawing our weapons," she replies, solemnly.
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Day 4
Jan 20, 2013 1:10:30 GMT -5
Post by OkeyDJ on Jan 20, 2013 1:10:30 GMT -5
Akane is laying on the chair again and also remaining quite, but she seemed not as nervous as the rest of the group is.
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Day 4
Jan 20, 2013 2:43:48 GMT -5
Post by Cole Deschain on Jan 20, 2013 2:43:48 GMT -5
"Perhaps we could collapse the cave on the beast..."
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Day 4
Jan 20, 2013 3:41:26 GMT -5
Post by Barnzi88 on Jan 20, 2013 3:41:26 GMT -5
"But if we do that," Tun Si spoke up. "We could end up destroying the artifact in the process."
She furrowed her brow as she tried to think of several possibilities.
"Surely there's a way to reason with the dragon without resorting to battle."
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Day 4
Jan 20, 2013 11:31:13 GMT -5
Post by PyrasTerran on Jan 20, 2013 11:31:13 GMT -5
"No two Dragons are the same," Nam Il pressed to Tun Si, "The Dragon may take pity on us and allow us to use the artifact for our cause.. or he may take offense to even demanding such a thing.. He may possibly request a trade in return for the Lung of Lungs ..or he may not even be home when we enter the cave."
At Nergüi's bold idea, he replied, "Well.. we would have to know the layout of the cave beforehand to even attempt such a thing.." He adjusts his spectacles, "The Free Islands border is two days away, so we have time to prepare.. ..if you are all still willing to continue the mission...?"
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Day 4
Jan 20, 2013 14:24:01 GMT -5
Post by Barnzi88 on Jan 20, 2013 14:24:01 GMT -5
The young monk swallowed back a nervous lump in her throat then, putting on a brave face, looked to Nam Il and nodded.
"I am willing to continue on."
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Day 4
Jan 20, 2013 17:53:04 GMT -5
Post by Cole Deschain on Jan 20, 2013 17:53:04 GMT -5
"I didn't come this far with you ill-sorted collection of warriors, fools , and sages just to back out before truly beginning."
It might not have been apparent who he considered in each category, but the Khan also firmly believed that he himself filled two of them, so explaining would serve little purpose.
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Day 4
Jan 20, 2013 21:43:43 GMT -5
Post by cancerbones on Jan 20, 2013 21:43:43 GMT -5
Aeon rubs his hands together.
"Well it is not like we have a choice. We either face this dragon or wait for the world to end, right?"
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Day 4
Jan 21, 2013 1:08:56 GMT -5
Post by AzalaTerran on Jan 21, 2013 1:08:56 GMT -5
Nan Fa Ra Duk scowled.
"I don't want to go on this journey. I don't even know why I'm here. But, if we don't stop the end of the world then I guess I won't be able to pursue Lieutenant Mifune."
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Day 4
Jan 21, 2013 1:19:48 GMT -5
Post by OkeyDJ on Jan 21, 2013 1:19:48 GMT -5
Akane stretched out her body, a few of her bones cracked here and there. "You already know I am in this till the end." Akane than sat regularly in the chair. "I came this far and besides, I rather fight and die, than wait for the world to end."
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Day 4
Jan 21, 2013 22:13:23 GMT -5
Post by RoseNasty on Jan 21, 2013 22:13:23 GMT -5
"Now that that's settled, let us rest. Who knows when the next time will be when we get a proper night's sleep..." With that, Tama left the group and headed for her room.
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Day 4
Jan 22, 2013 1:32:45 GMT -5
Post by Barnzi88 on Jan 22, 2013 1:32:45 GMT -5
Likewise, Tun Si got to her feet and retired to her room for the night.
Once inside, she took the opportunity to kneel and meditate first and foremost, to reflect over today's events as well as tomorrow's continuation of their deadly mission.
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Day 4
Jan 23, 2013 4:12:08 GMT -5
Post by OkeyDJ on Jan 23, 2013 4:12:08 GMT -5
Like the other two ladies before her, Akane left to get some shut eye and sleeping in a bed would probably do her some good, especially the road she will be taking with this misfit group.
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Day 4
Jan 23, 2013 9:46:54 GMT -5
Post by Cole Deschain on Jan 23, 2013 9:46:54 GMT -5
The Khan likewise headed for bed, pausing only to give a menacing glare to a staff member he caught muttering something about a "pack of uncouth swine." Holding the man in his gaze for a small eternity, he finally headed for bed, humming to himself.
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Day 4
Jan 27, 2013 18:44:54 GMT -5
Post by AzalaTerran on Jan 27, 2013 18:44:54 GMT -5
Nan Fa Ra Duk left right after the Khan, but did not head for his room. Instead the geshou headed toward where Mifune Tsubaki was off recovering from her ordeal.
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Day 4
Jan 30, 2013 19:11:48 GMT -5
Post by PyrasTerran on Jan 30, 2013 19:11:48 GMT -5
It took a bit of hassle, but Duk was finally able to convince the guards to let him see Tsubaki, which more accurately, was Tsubaki telling the guards it was alright for his visit. Tsubaki lay serenely on a simple bed with bandages wrapped over her injuries.
"Nan Fa Ra Duk, how may I help you..?" She asked politely.
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Day 4
Jan 31, 2013 21:41:41 GMT -5
Post by AzalaTerran on Jan 31, 2013 21:41:41 GMT -5
Nan Fa Ra Duk brushed himself off after being let go of by the rough handed orderlies. He moved closer to Mifune Tsubaki and grasped her hand with his
"Ah so kind, Lieutenant Mifune, even after such a terrible ordeal you wish to know what you can do for me? I am overwhelmed." the Geshou said looking into her eyes.
"I wish only I had been able to get to you sooner and prevent this.. I didn't even get you that gift and now I am off on a dangerous mission to save the world."
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Day 4
Jan 31, 2013 21:56:37 GMT -5
Post by PyrasTerran on Jan 31, 2013 21:56:37 GMT -5
Tsubaki looks to the geshou's hand on her own.
"You were getting a gift for me? That is not necessary.."
She looks to him.
"You will be with Lieutenant-General Satou. She is one of the best of all Ishi-Jo.. you can count on her."
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Day 4
Feb 3, 2013 4:03:09 GMT -5
Post by AzalaTerran on Feb 3, 2013 4:03:09 GMT -5
Nan Fa Ra Duk nodded.
"I know. She was able to find you, as that psychic fortold. But, while we are gone there shall be no one here to protect you."
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Day 4
Feb 3, 2013 15:01:55 GMT -5
Post by PyrasTerran on Feb 3, 2013 15:01:55 GMT -5
"I am a solder of Ishi-Jo. I knew of the risks, and this is the path I have chosen." Tsubaki nods.
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Day 4
Feb 3, 2013 19:44:27 GMT -5
Post by AzalaTerran on Feb 3, 2013 19:44:27 GMT -5
Nan Fa Ra Duk pulled her hand closer to himself
"So brave... When we arrive at the free islands I'll be sure and write you, and send you that present I spoke of. The island will have a bigger selection to choose from."
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Day 4
Feb 4, 2013 20:22:24 GMT -5
Post by PyrasTerran on Feb 4, 2013 20:22:24 GMT -5
Tsubaki slips a guilty look.
"Please, master Duk, you do not have to go through the trouble of getting me a gift.."
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Day 4
Feb 6, 2013 20:46:45 GMT -5
Post by AzalaTerran on Feb 6, 2013 20:46:45 GMT -5
Nan Fa Ra Duk smiled
"I want to.... Before I go... since I may not return? Could I play you the song I wrote?"
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Day 4
Feb 7, 2013 13:55:45 GMT -5
Post by PyrasTerran on Feb 7, 2013 13:55:45 GMT -5
Tsubaki cannot help but blush as she holds a hand up to her mouth.
"You wrote a song for me..??"
With no words left and holding back her emotions, she nods for Duk to proceed with his song.
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Day 4
Feb 7, 2013 23:16:00 GMT -5
Post by AzalaTerran on Feb 7, 2013 23:16:00 GMT -5
Nan Fa Ra Duk pulled his GuQin free and began to play the song he had written. a haunting and beautiful melody the room. The music carried on, lingering in the air after each note played.
The two remained in the room as the song played and the sun set.
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Day 4
Feb 12, 2013 21:52:44 GMT -5
Post by PyrasTerran on Feb 12, 2013 21:52:44 GMT -5
[END OF DAY]
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