[And emerge Myr does; Caster won't have to wait all that long before the Faun steps out into the hall joining the guest quarters. He's taken the time to make himself a little more presentable, hair patted into place and his spare set of robes on.
He stops just outside of Everett's door, letting it fall shut behind him with a click. Fidgets a moment with his fingers on his staff before calling out,] Caster?
I'm here. [ Caster approaches, his steps quick but his steps are uncharacteristically quiet. He can sneak when he has to. ] You look like you've been through an adventure.
[ There's just the tiniest hint of playfulness in his tone. More of a morale-boosting than anything ]
He shouldn't be standing. [Everett chimes in, from the doorway. He motions them both back into the room.
It's a quaint space, but private and room enough for the three of them. He has a couple chairs for the two to settle into, he can stand or sit on his bed, it's a tidy space]
[Everett isn't shy about their newly formed bond, temporary though it may be, if Caster does make comment of it. He'll be hanging back from the conversation, preparing some tea as he listened to them go on.
Myr hasn't been awake long, so he's just as eager to hear anything that might be in his recollection...]
[Nor is Myr shy about it, if the fond way he smiles toward the sound of Everett's bustling is any indication.] And to think I was here to keep him out of trouble.
There's bits of it still in here, [he continues, losing the smile and rapping his knuckles against one temple,] but they don't make a damn bit of sense together. Like I was falling asleep the whole time but not dreaming, [because dreams would be clearer.
Sounding more frustrated,] I remember going in I fixed on committing whatever happened to memory so it's got to be there, I just can't recall what I put it under.
[Which is maybe a cryptic statement but he's too fixed on the problem of being unable to remember to...notice...]
[ A good choice for a very good guy. There are so many questions to ask here, and yet the more serious stuff takes the forefront. A sudden thought tho, is this how all Bonded look like? Caster can't help but wonder... Does it mean he looks the same around Lex or (worse) Archer?
Business, focus on business ]
A seal on your memory perhaps— [ It could be taken away though ] But if you hid it well, perhaps we could still find a way how to unblock that memory. I'll try by asking questions. Remember, should you need a break, just say so.
Try starting from the beginning Myr. Do you remember why they have taken you there?
[you're probably doomed to make mushy faces at them forever, Caster
Myr leans forward to rest his elbows on his knees, fingers laced together below his chin; his expression's still one of frustration--but he is listening to Caster, and nodding along.]
All right--we'll give that a go.
[Whether he'd remember to ask for a break... remains to be seen.
Had he eyelids he'd let them fall shut now, chin tucked down as he turns his attention inward in response to Caster's questioning.]
Yeah--I was bitten by an infected Merrow on the way over and picked up a touch of the Cwyld. The ship's healer wasn't able to get it all out and told me to seek out the Coven here if it worsened. [Which it had, as Everett might attest.]
So they bring there the infected. [ That's in line what was told in the network, and at least partially of what he and Zelda had seen.
Shame he napped on those few divination classes he went to— and later stopped altogether. But he remembers few things, so— he puts his hand forward and ruffles Myr's hair. A simple and affectionate gesture, but it creates a physical, touch-based connection. Especially since Caster's hand stays there. ] What was their reaction when you told them about your state? Is there something these Witches said as they led you in?
[ The usually playful drone to his voice falls into a curious simmer. If memories affected are related to the secrets within the chamber, stirring the innocent ones near it might give some results. Pointless details even, but still a hook ]
They do, [Myr confirms. That much was in easy reach of memory.
He lifts his head a little at the touch, surprised but not bothered by it. The idea that people could just freely do that is still a little strange to him, for all he welcomes it.]
Their reaction--mm. If anything, a little disgusted, [with a note of something that's both simmering anger and a kind of weary humor. Prejudice looked much the same everywhere.] Though to give 'em credit they were being polite as they could about it, given I'm a dignitary, but it's like they'd expected as much from a Monster--risks to everyone that we are. One of them did thank me for bringing it to their attention, even if she was condescending about it...
[He trails off, chewing briefly at his lower lip as he struggles to recall more. Had they continued talking after he'd gone beyond the door itself? There'd have to have been instructions, wouldn't there? His expression beneath the blindfold grows steadily more frustrated again.] --Can't remember if there was more once we stepped through the door.
[ So the door of the room are a block they won't get through. It might be possible to stir the memories there but— it will take either time or a damn good divinator. Better than a total amateur like him. ]
Bastards... [ Caster would curse them more, but instead he pats Myr one last time and takes his hand away ] Thank you, I won't interrupt your resting anymore.
[ Everett would probably step in if required, alas. He takes a small pouch with dried herbs and hands it to Myr. ]
Should your sleep be troubled, add this to tea it should help. When you feel better to let me know if you want to learn more about those memories. I might know how to get in touch with a diviner but— they won't be able to come here.
[Myr digs his hands into his own hair with deepening frustration as Caster leans back. Bastards, indeed; he isn't used to forgetting things any longer, and they could've done anything to him in there. (The lurking feeling of horror and violation at something that had happened says they might very well have done anything and he's forgotten all of it...)]
Don't know how much more resting I can do, [though he clearly needs it, he's disturbed enough now by the attention called to the hole in his memory he's going to be worrying at it like a missing tooth.] But--ah, [he takes the bag of herbs,] I'll give it a try. I'm sure the old man here isn't going to let me out of his sight until I'm all better.
[It's very fondly said, and Everett's direction gets another of those melting-sweet smiles.] --I can tell you now I do want to know, though. So the sooner we can go meet your diviner... [The better.
I could have never mentioned my age... [Everett sighs wistfully at teasing, bringing over tea for the two. He's handing Caster his first and then leading Myr's hand to his own. Where Caster ruffled the other faun's hair, Everett will smooth it out affectionately, sitting beside Myr with his own tea]
Wherever Myr goes, I wish to accompany him. I'm likewise curious about this diviner. [and a pointed look to Caster]
And whatever plans you're surely hatching, Caster, to get through that door and investigate. I will involve myself however is best.
[ Caster blows at the tea, small spell of cold at the end of his breath— making the temperature of the tea go down just a bit to start drinking it immediately. It makes easier to hide the smile at the affection he's witnessing ]
I don't know the diviner's real name, but he goes by Raccoon. The guy is really talented I have to tell you that. Traded some quick lessons with him— I don't know where to find him either— [ A crooked smile. ] But Archer does.
[ Then he comments in a very conversational tone ]
Looks like we are both limited by our old men, eh Myr?
[n o p e, Everett is not going to escape from the moniker now that Myr's found it. (And worse, now that he knows for an absolute certainty the teasing isn't leaving any hard feelings in its wake.)
He takes his tea gratefully, and equally gratefully leans into Everett's touch. Not an ounce of shame in him when he's feeling as unsettled as he is.]
Oh, I don't mind it so much. He's made it this far--I imagine he'll keep my youthful impetuousness enough in check I'll survive as long as he did. [g r i n n i n g up Everettward, because if he flips right to humor he doesn't have to think about the stupid, violent things he wants to do to redress himself against Dorchacht's Coven.
Almost, he wants to volunteer to go through that door again--but checks hard against the thought, the fur on the back of his neck bristling. ...No, he'll have to do his part in this another way.] Well--once Archer can get word to him, you know where to find me. If they're working this hard to hide whatever they've got back there-- The sooner we know what it is, the better.
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He stops just outside of Everett's door, letting it fall shut behind him with a click. Fidgets a moment with his fingers on his staff before calling out,] Caster?
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[ There's just the tiniest hint of playfulness in his tone. More of a morale-boosting than anything ]
How are you doing?
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It's a quaint space, but private and room enough for the three of them. He has a couple chairs for the two to settle into, he can stand or sit on his bed, it's a tidy space]
Come right in, I'll put on some tea.
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And siiiiighs, fondly, at Everett's comment.] All right, all right.
[He's not the best patient, but if his Bonded's saying it, he'll come back in and sit down, taking the chair nearer the bed.]
Cloudy, [he answers Caster's question once he's settled.] But better'n I did going in there.
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Yeah, Myr's in good hands ]
Couldn't ask for a better nurse— [ Teasingly, but sadly there is business ] So you don't remember what happened? At all?
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Myr hasn't been awake long, so he's just as eager to hear anything that might be in his recollection...]
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There's bits of it still in here, [he continues, losing the smile and rapping his knuckles against one temple,] but they don't make a damn bit of sense together. Like I was falling asleep the whole time but not dreaming, [because dreams would be clearer.
Sounding more frustrated,] I remember going in I fixed on committing whatever happened to memory so it's got to be there, I just can't recall what I put it under.
[Which is maybe a cryptic statement but he's too fixed on the problem of being unable to remember to...notice...]
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Business, focus on business ]
A seal on your memory perhaps— [ It could be taken away though ] But if you hid it well, perhaps we could still find a way how to unblock that memory. I'll try by asking questions. Remember, should you need a break, just say so.
Try starting from the beginning Myr. Do you remember why they have taken you there?
[ Why does your arm hurt? ]
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you're probably doomed to make mushy faces at them forever, CasterMyr leans forward to rest his elbows on his knees, fingers laced together below his chin; his expression's still one of frustration--but he is listening to Caster, and nodding along.]
All right--we'll give that a go.
[Whether he'd remember to ask for a break... remains to be seen.
Had he eyelids he'd let them fall shut now, chin tucked down as he turns his attention inward in response to Caster's questioning.]
Yeah--I was bitten by an infected Merrow on the way over and picked up a touch of the Cwyld. The ship's healer wasn't able to get it all out and told me to seek out the Coven here if it worsened. [Which it had, as Everett might attest.]
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Send help]So they bring there the infected. [ That's in line what was told in the network, and at least partially of what he and Zelda had seen.
Shame he napped on those few divination classes he went to— and later stopped altogether. But he remembers few things, so— he puts his hand forward and ruffles Myr's hair. A simple and affectionate gesture, but it creates a physical, touch-based connection. Especially since Caster's hand stays there. ] What was their reaction when you told them about your state? Is there something these Witches said as they led you in?
[ The usually playful drone to his voice falls into a curious simmer. If memories affected are related to the secrets within the chamber, stirring the innocent ones near it might give some results. Pointless details even, but still a hook ]
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He lifts his head a little at the touch, surprised but not bothered by it. The idea that people could just freely do that is still a little strange to him, for all he welcomes it.]
Their reaction--mm. If anything, a little disgusted, [with a note of something that's both simmering anger and a kind of weary humor. Prejudice looked much the same everywhere.] Though to give 'em credit they were being polite as they could about it, given I'm a dignitary, but it's like they'd expected as much from a Monster--risks to everyone that we are. One of them did thank me for bringing it to their attention, even if she was condescending about it...
[He trails off, chewing briefly at his lower lip as he struggles to recall more. Had they continued talking after he'd gone beyond the door itself? There'd have to have been instructions, wouldn't there? His expression beneath the blindfold grows steadily more frustrated again.] --Can't remember if there was more once we stepped through the door.
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Bastards... [ Caster would curse them more, but instead he pats Myr one last time and takes his hand away ] Thank you, I won't interrupt your resting anymore.
[ Everett would probably step in if required, alas. He takes a small pouch with dried herbs and hands it to Myr. ]
Should your sleep be troubled, add this to tea it should help. When you feel better to let me know if you want to learn more about those memories. I might know how to get in touch with a diviner but— they won't be able to come here.
[ They're of resistance after all. ]
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Don't know how much more resting I can do, [though he clearly needs it, he's disturbed enough now by the attention called to the hole in his memory he's going to be worrying at it like a missing tooth.] But--ah, [he takes the bag of herbs,] I'll give it a try. I'm sure the old man here isn't going to let me out of his sight until I'm all better.
[It's very fondly said, and Everett's direction gets another of those melting-sweet smiles.] --I can tell you now I do want to know, though. So the sooner we can go meet your diviner... [The better.
He needs to know what happened in there.]
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Wherever Myr goes, I wish to accompany him. I'm likewise curious about this diviner. [and a pointed look to Caster]
And whatever plans you're surely hatching, Caster, to get through that door and investigate. I will involve myself however is best.
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I don't know the diviner's real name, but he goes by Raccoon. The guy is really talented I have to tell you that. Traded some quick lessons with him— I don't know where to find him either— [ A crooked smile. ] But Archer does.
[ Then he comments in a very conversational tone ]
Looks like we are both limited by our old men, eh Myr?
[ Never gonna live that down ]
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He takes his tea gratefully, and equally gratefully leans into Everett's touch. Not an ounce of shame in him when he's feeling as unsettled as he is.]
Oh, I don't mind it so much. He's made it this far--I imagine he'll keep my youthful impetuousness enough in check I'll survive as long as he did. [g r i n n i n g up Everettward, because if he flips right to humor he doesn't have to think about the stupid, violent things he wants to do to redress himself against Dorchacht's Coven.
Almost, he wants to volunteer to go through that door again--but checks hard against the thought, the fur on the back of his neck bristling. ...No, he'll have to do his part in this another way.] Well--once Archer can get word to him, you know where to find me. If they're working this hard to hide whatever they've got back there-- The sooner we know what it is, the better.