[ Abandoning the flowers for now, Elise stands up and turns to face her brother, resting her hands on her hips. It should become clear very quickly that someone's been talking to Odin a lot, and has been practicing her lines quite a bit. ]
You there! Brave traveler! Tell me, what do you seek?!
[ Her giggles are barely contained as she speaks dramatically. She's so excited and into this whole game of Odin's, she can't even stand still. ]
Leo knew the two of them got along and Elise isn't the only person to humor Odin's speech patterns. However.
Actually, however nothing. Leo makes the executive decision to himself that it's his birthday and he's going to have some fun with it dammit. Odin would want him to. He clears his throat.]
Oh, faire princess of light! My love, the legendary hero of darkness, has sent me on a quest to quell a nefarious curse cast upon him. I come in hopes that you might shed some light on the path I must take. For he, I would do anything!
[ The giggles are no longer contained, but she tries to rein herself in - gotta stay in character! Gotta do it for big brother and Odin!!! ]
But my powers are suuuuuuper strong! I can't just use them for anyone! So I gotta test you first.
[ She does a quick little twirl for dramatic effect. ] Tell me, traveler. How deep does your love for this legendary hero of darkness run? [ Is she using this as an opportunity to hear Leo gush about his boy? Absolutely. ]
[uuUUGH she is not going to let him get away with this.] .........princess of light. You have presented me with quite a challenge.
I.... [Well, he's doing this now.] have never felt such a deep love as the love I have for the hero of darkness. Odin is truly..my soulmate. For he who -- [Fuck. Dammit Elise.] He makes me really happy. .. Ha.. How funny that the hero of darkness should be such a light in my life. He always knows exactly what to say and while others might find him... . extravagant, I find his passion and loyalty charming. Envious even. I only wish I could be as exuberant --true to myself-- as him sometimes. He has surpassed my expectations time and time again as a retainer and lover. I know he would do anything for me and I would do anything for him..
I. Love him dearly. Deeply. More than I could ever put into words, Elise. [Please forgive him for letting the act fall.] I would go to the ends of the earth for him.
[ Elise is so delighted, and very determined to remember every word he says to relay to Odin later. ]
Heehee! You've passed my test! [ She turns around and grabs a couple of things from behind her. But before Leo can see the super secret items that're most definitely gifts for him: ]
[ ooooooooh this is even better than she asked for! Points for playing along so nicely!! ]
To help you on your quest, I grant you this crown of light and love! [ She gently places a very beautiful and intricate flower crown on his head. ]
Aaaaaand this, uh... shroud of protection! [ Her arms wrap around him - not in a complete hug, but enough so she can fasten a reverseable cloak around his shoulders. ] Made by me and the dragon princess!
And finally... ta-da! [ A cheek kiss! And another envelope with Odin's writing shoved unelegantly into his hands. ] Whaddya think?
[Before Leo opens Odin's letter, he's sure to wrap Elise in a proper hug while he's still at her height. The cloak is wonderful. He knows it's a small dig at his bad habits but it's nice fabric, comfortable, and it's in colors that are so very him - the thought put into it is clearly there.] I love it. Thank you, Elise.
[ Elise will go ahead and keep kissing Leo's cheek (and make a totally not obvious at all attempt to read over his shoulder) while he turns his attention to the next letter, addressed to the gallant and valiant Prince Leo. ]
Leo, my beloved, my sun and moon and stars, whose radiance surpasses that of all the celestial beings,
You have done well to earn the trust of the princess of light. Surely she has equipped you with the means to loosen the shadowy grips on my soul!!
But you must move quickly, for time is running out for me. You must now find she who can tame dragons, and obtain from her the strength to slay even the gods!!!
[Has it been mentioned enough in this thread how much Leo loves Odin? He loves him. He loves him so much.
So the next step is to find "she who can tame dragons." He can only imagine that's the same as the dragon princess Elise mentioned, which can only be Camilla.
Camilla might be a little harder to track down.. but following the obvious context clues of the letter, Leo thinks he knows where she is.
[ Once again, his intuition is spot on - Camilla has been spending some time in the stables cooing over her beloved Marzia, but is more than ready to pull Leo into a soft (very soft) and loving embrace and kiss his hair as soon as he's within arms reach. ]
It's so good to see you, darling. [ She may not be as deeply invested as some in Odin's fantasy adventure, but loving on her little brother is definitely something she can do, no problem at all. ] Have you been having a good birthday so far?
[ Camilla chuckles softly, fondly. Not that Leo's a particularly unhappy person, but she can't remember the last time she's seen him so happy, so radiant. It's a wonderful sight.
She gingerly rests a hand on his cheek. ] I'm happy to hear that - we all want you to enjoy yourself today. [ tee hee ] I'm sure you're terribly eager to see Odin, but would you mind if your big sister stole you away for a moment? I've been thinking, it's been quite some time since I've taken you flying.
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[Leo certainly is beaming. A little bit of Odin's sunshine has rubbed off on him.
The prospect of flying with Camilla is certainly not one Leo wants to pass up, though.] It has been quite a while. Odin will understand.
[After all, if Odin sent him in Camilla's direction he must have had some idea of what her plans for Leo were.
The process of preparing Marzia to fly is almost intimate. Leo doesn't often get to ride the wyverns so he appreciates a refresher on all the steps and rerealizing how different they are from the horses. Camilla climbs atop Marzia first and Leo follows.
When he settles, he wraps his arms around his elder sister's waist. Presses his cheek to her back, mindful not to pull her hair. And they're off.]
[ (Odin absolutely understands. From wherever he's hiding, he sees the wyvern take to the sky and he's delighted.)
They say that a rider and wyvern's hearts are connected - which is definitely the case with Camilla and Marzia. The wyvern can sense how happy Camilla is in the moment and, in turn, is happy as well, going as far as to nuzzle Leo with her head to his chest while Camilla reviews safety precautions with him.
Marzia lets out a screech as they soar higher and higher into the sky, and Camilla keeps her hands tight on the reins as wind rushes past them. It's only once they've settled at a good elevation that Camilla speaks up. ] Take a look around, darling. Isn't it beautiful up here?
[ "Around" being the entirety of Windmire and its surrounding areas below them. ]
[Windmire.. Nohr has had its troubles and so sometimes Leo forgets just how vast and just how beautiful it can be. Just how beautiful it has become thanks to the hard work of his siblings and the people of Nohr.
It's even more beautiful when he's able to experience it with Camilla like this but y'know. Leo wont schmoop too much out loud.]
[ Oh please, Leo's more than allowed to be schmoopy - especially on his birthday, of all days.
But the wonder in Leo's voice is still crystal clear to Camilla, and she takes a moment to rest a hand over Leo's and squeeze his hand tight. A fond, loving little gesture, as much as she can manage right now while still wanting to keep her darling little brother safe. ] Mm... We've done well, don't you think? It's almost hard to believe these lands used to be so dry and barren.
[ And she knows exactly who's been working on that not so little project in particular. ] You've been working hard on that, haven't you? And on top of all that you do to support Xander... [ If she could kiss his cheek, she would. ] You're truly wonderful, Leo, and I'm so very proud of you.
[Leo's breath catches in his throat and suddenly his vision becomes a little foggy (from the wind, clearly. nothing else).] Camilla....
[He never asks for recognition; he just wants to do good by Nohr so it can thrive again. But hearing it from the one person who he used to want it from most... Leo buries his face in Camilla's back.] Thank you...
[ Camilla smiles to herself and pets his arm in a soothing motion. ] Of course. I love you very, very much, you know.
[ But she won't say anything else that can ruin poor Leo's heart - she does a few more circles around the castle so Leo can see all that he can see before bringing Marzia back down for a landing.
Once on solid ground, Camilla kisses his hair and presents him with a few more gifts. ]
These are from me - I hope you'll get some use out of them. [ A box, with different headbands inside! All of them are more ornate than his usual one, but there's some that're more subtle than others. ] And this is from Xander. [ She quietly pins the gift - a beautiful brooch with a lion surrounded by roses - to his cloak. ] He wanted to make sure you got it, even if he couldn't give it to you himself.
And I think you know who this is from. [ Another envelope! Addressed this time to he who is my love for all eternity, Prince Leo. ]
[Leo normally isn't one for grand events - he hates crowds and small talk which is always exactly what any kind of event is - but he would kill for an excuse, a dinner, a ball, anything, to show off his new array of headbands and the brooch. Leo's not surprised that the headbands are all beautiful, even the simpler ones, when Camilla's sense of style has always been peak. But the brooch is so gorgeous that Leo finds himself floored. Xander can sometimes.. miss the mark with these sorts of things. It's tasteful and as thoughtful as the rest of the gifts have been.
Everything about this day has been so touching... Leo's managed to keep his eyes dry up until not but he has a feeling it wont last till the end of the day. Or much longer depending on what this letter says or who he'll be meeting next.
He gingerly takes the letter from Camilla. What does his most beloved have in store for him next?]
[ This letter is significantly shorter than the other two - namely due to the fact that his "PS: I LOVE YOU!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!" takes up almost half the page this time. ]
Beloved Leo, my eternal soulmate, whose gentle touch I yearn to feel once more upon me,
You are now ready to face me, and free me from this most evil and terrible curse!! Go now - meet with he who is ever your shadow at the place where your steed rests, and set out for the grand finale of your quest!!!
He's going to meet Niles at the (horse) stables. Got it. At least this means he probably wont cry. Niles has seen him at his most vulnerable and while ugly sobbing too, but he can usually keep it together around him.
Leo stands on his tip toes to give Camilla a kiss and bid her farewell, and then he goes on his way. When he arrives at the stables, he calls out to the only person he is expecting to see there.] Niles? Are you with Eve?
[ Niles is, indeed, with Eve - but he's not the one that'll respond to Leo's call. Instead, he'll hear an equally familiar voice belonging to a man that, as far as everyone knew, was supposed to be too busy with meetings and other kingly obligations to do anything special for this very important day. ]
Yes, we are.
[ When Leo rounds the corner, he'll see not only Niles, but Xander as well, tending to a fussy Eve that starts behaving the second she sees her owner. Die maybe? ]
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You there! Brave traveler! Tell me, what do you seek?!
[ Her giggles are barely contained as she speaks dramatically. She's so excited and into this whole game of Odin's, she can't even stand still. ]
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Leo knew the two of them got along and Elise isn't the only person to humor Odin's speech patterns. However.
Actually, however nothing. Leo makes the executive decision to himself that it's his birthday and he's going to have some fun with it dammit. Odin would want him to. He clears his throat.]
Oh, faire princess of light! My love, the legendary hero of darkness, has sent me on a quest to quell a nefarious curse cast upon him. I come in hopes that you might shed some light on the path I must take. For he, I would do anything!
[Is he burning? Yes. Is he having fun? Also yes.]
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[ The giggles are no longer contained, but she tries to rein herself in - gotta stay in character! Gotta do it for big brother and Odin!!! ]
But my powers are suuuuuuper strong! I can't just use them for anyone! So I gotta test you first.
[ She does a quick little twirl for dramatic effect. ] Tell me, traveler. How deep does your love for this legendary hero of darkness run? [ Is she using this as an opportunity to hear Leo gush about his boy? Absolutely. ]
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Elise.
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[ Leo. ]
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I.... [Well, he's doing this now.] have never felt such a deep love as the love I have for the hero of darkness. Odin is truly..my soulmate. For he who -- [Fuck. Dammit Elise.] He makes me really happy. .. Ha.. How funny that the hero of darkness should be such a light in my life. He always knows exactly what to say and while others might find him... . extravagant, I find his passion and loyalty charming. Envious even. I only wish I could be as exuberant --true to myself-- as him sometimes. He has surpassed my expectations time and time again as a retainer and lover. I know he would do anything for me and I would do anything for him..
I. Love him dearly. Deeply. More than I could ever put into words, Elise. [Please forgive him for letting the act fall.] I would go to the ends of the earth for him.
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Heehee! You've passed my test! [ She turns around and grabs a couple of things from behind her. But before Leo can see the super secret items that're most definitely gifts for him: ]
Lean down for me, brave hero-saver!
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But Leo does take a knee for her. She is a princess, after all. A simple bow wouldn't be enough.]
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To help you on your quest, I grant you this crown of light and love! [ She gently places a very beautiful and intricate flower crown on his head. ]
Aaaaaand this, uh... shroud of protection! [ Her arms wrap around him - not in a complete hug, but enough so she can fasten a reverseable cloak around his shoulders. ] Made by me and the dragon princess!
And finally... ta-da! [ A cheek kiss! And another envelope with Odin's writing shoved unelegantly into his hands. ] Whaddya think?
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[He really means it.
And now, for Odin's letter.]
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Leo, my beloved, my sun and moon and stars, whose radiance surpasses that of all the celestial beings,
You have done well to earn the trust of the princess of light. Surely she has equipped you with the means to loosen the shadowy grips on my soul!!
But you must move quickly, for time is running out for me. You must now find she who can tame dragons, and obtain from her the strength to slay even the gods!!!
I believe in you, always!!!!!!!!!
𝕺𝖉𝖎𝖓 𝕯𝖆𝖗𝖐
PS: I LOVE YOU!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
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So the next step is to find "she who can tame dragons." He can only imagine that's the same as the dragon princess Elise mentioned, which can only be Camilla.
Camilla might be a little harder to track down.. but following the obvious context clues of the letter, Leo thinks he knows where she is.
To the wyvern stables.]
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It's so good to see you, darling. [ She may not be as deeply invested as some in Odin's fantasy adventure, but loving on her little brother is definitely something she can do, no problem at all. ] Have you been having a good birthday so far?
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[He steps back, donning the flower crown and the cloak, a little embarrassed, and heart so full of love and joy.] Yes, it's been wonderful, thank you.
Odin's... set up quite an adventure for me.
[FOND!!!!!]
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She gingerly rests a hand on his cheek. ] I'm happy to hear that - we all want you to enjoy yourself today. [ tee hee ] I'm sure you're terribly eager to see Odin, but would you mind if your big sister stole you away for a moment? I've been thinking, it's been quite some time since I've taken you flying.
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The prospect of flying with Camilla is certainly not one Leo wants to pass up, though.] It has been quite a while. Odin will understand.
[After all, if Odin sent him in Camilla's direction he must have had some idea of what her plans for Leo were.
The process of preparing Marzia to fly is almost intimate. Leo doesn't often get to ride the wyverns so he appreciates a refresher on all the steps and rerealizing how different they are from the horses. Camilla climbs atop Marzia first and Leo follows.
When he settles, he wraps his arms around his elder sister's waist. Presses his cheek to her back, mindful not to pull her hair. And they're off.]
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They say that a rider and wyvern's hearts are connected - which is definitely the case with Camilla and Marzia. The wyvern can sense how happy Camilla is in the moment and, in turn, is happy as well, going as far as to nuzzle Leo with her head to his chest while Camilla reviews safety precautions with him.
Marzia lets out a screech as they soar higher and higher into the sky, and Camilla keeps her hands tight on the reins as wind rushes past them. It's only once they've settled at a good elevation that Camilla speaks up. ] Take a look around, darling. Isn't it beautiful up here?
[ "Around" being the entirety of Windmire and its surrounding areas below them. ]
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[Windmire.. Nohr has had its troubles and so sometimes Leo forgets just how vast and just how beautiful it can be. Just how beautiful it has become thanks to the hard work of his siblings and the people of Nohr.
It's even more beautiful when he's able to experience it with Camilla like this but y'know. Leo wont schmoop too much out loud.]
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But the wonder in Leo's voice is still crystal clear to Camilla, and she takes a moment to rest a hand over Leo's and squeeze his hand tight. A fond, loving little gesture, as much as she can manage right now while still wanting to keep her darling little brother safe. ] Mm... We've done well, don't you think? It's almost hard to believe these lands used to be so dry and barren.
[ And she knows exactly who's been working on that not so little project in particular. ] You've been working hard on that, haven't you? And on top of all that you do to support Xander... [ If she could kiss his cheek, she would. ] You're truly wonderful, Leo, and I'm so very proud of you.
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[He never asks for recognition; he just wants to do good by Nohr so it can thrive again. But hearing it from the one person who he used to want it from most... Leo buries his face in Camilla's back.] Thank you...
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[ But she won't say anything else that can ruin poor Leo's heart - she does a few more circles around the castle so Leo can see all that he can see before bringing Marzia back down for a landing.
Once on solid ground, Camilla kisses his hair and presents him with a few more gifts. ]
These are from me - I hope you'll get some use out of them. [ A box, with different headbands inside! All of them are more ornate than his usual one, but there's some that're more subtle than others. ] And this is from Xander. [ She quietly pins the gift - a beautiful brooch with a lion surrounded by roses - to his cloak. ] He wanted to make sure you got it, even if he couldn't give it to you himself.
And I think you know who this is from. [ Another envelope! Addressed this time to he who is my love for all eternity, Prince Leo. ]
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Everything about this day has been so touching... Leo's managed to keep his eyes dry up until not but he has a feeling it wont last till the end of the day. Or much longer depending on what this letter says or who he'll be meeting next.
He gingerly takes the letter from Camilla. What does his most beloved have in store for him next?]
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Beloved Leo, my eternal soulmate, whose gentle touch I yearn to feel once more upon me,
You are now ready to face me, and free me from this most evil and terrible curse!! Go now - meet with he who is ever your shadow at the place where your steed rests, and set out for the grand finale of your quest!!!
I will see you soon, my love!!!!!!!!
𝕺𝖉𝖎𝖓 𝕯𝖆𝖗𝖐
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He's going to meet Niles at the (horse) stables. Got it. At least this means he probably wont cry. Niles has seen him at his most vulnerable and while ugly sobbing too, but he can usually keep it together around him.
Leo stands on his tip toes to give Camilla a kiss and bid her farewell, and then he goes on his way. When he arrives at the stables, he calls out to the only person he is expecting to see there.] Niles? Are you with Eve?
[Eve is his horse. I've just decided that.]
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Yes, we are.
[ When Leo rounds the corner, he'll see not only Niles, but Xander as well, tending to a fussy Eve that starts behaving the second she sees her owner. Die maybe? ]
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