. life and strength and breath

[boarddyd]

Who: Dimitri + CR
When: June + July
Where: Aefenglom + Outer City + Underground
What: catch-all
Warnings: none (yet)

[ catch-all for june + july | contact @ tendopeshuu or here ]

Comments

[boarddyd]

[If he were to reflect, Dimitri could likely recall a few church hymns from Fodlan. He'd never truly cared for them, nor thought himself a valuable participant in the congregational choir, so most of the melodies are lost to him.

It must be lovely, to have such an intimate piece of home in this place.

Though Dimitri keeps the comment to himself, his smile softens and his stance relaxes. His hands move to his sides, ushering them both near to the wall and out of any other performers' way.] Well... there's nothing quite like it where I'm from.

The people here are all rather open. I'm not accustomed to such free displays, but I don't mind them.

Everyone seems to be having a good time. [He speaks as he looks out over the patrons and providers mingling together. Smiling, cheeks red with drink and excitement, warm. His cheeks color too, just a hint, as he turns back to Alex.] And you?

[sing_for_me]

[ He really was proving her wrong on many fronts. Such an odd...young noble. But she doesn't hate that.

The red of his cheeks don't go unnoticed, the tale tell sign of someone who's had a just a touch more to drink. Though that's not too surprising with the type of drinks being served tonight. ]

I...am. [ There's a short pause. The moment, yes, right now she's enjoying. But too much has transpired too recently that when the fun starts to calm down, her thoughts return to what she's lost and it's difficult to say she is having a good time. ]

It looks like you might be, though. Are you planning to stay for the other performances?

[boarddyd]

[Some kind of hesitation is clear in her reply, but Dimitri doesn't press it. He leans against the wall, letting the back of his head brush the wood. A more casual demeanor than he's accustomed to, but it seems to suit this place.

If he wants to experience the warmth everyone else here seems to be wrapped up in, he needs to make an effort.]

I may, though... I believe most people are here to seek company first and foremost. [He is no different, though saying so much is too forward.] May I ask what you're doing for the next while? [In hindsight, that's not much less blunt, but he tried.]

[sing_for_me]

[ It was refreshing to see someone of his stature relax and try to blend in with the rest of the crowd (though something about him still stood out). His questions earns him a moment of surprise, but Alex quickly shifts back to a smile. She was not opposed to company, especially right now. ]

Would staying with you for a bit be alright?

[ Is her answer, wrapped in another question. ]

[boarddyd]

[Still too stiff - posture impeccable despite the way he tries to keen his shoulders into the wall. He has no practice with such simple, commonplace mannerisms, only nearly two decades of being taught the opposite.

He returns her smile easily enough, however. Alex's company is welcome. Dimitri knows her to be a level person, someone he can trust to help him navigate this sector of city life.]

Yes, of course. I'd be happy to have you. [Truly, he would. Dimitri shifts away from the wall, placing his hand gently at her elbow to guide her towards an open floor-seat in the room. Pillows, thin vibrant blankets, and a tray for food and drink await them.

He gestures for her to sit first, as is only polite.] Please - let's stay for another performance.

[sing_for_me]

[ Her eyes naturally go to where he touches her on her elbow, noticing how she doesn't flinch or pull away. No warnings, no red flags, nothing about him made her particularly uncomfortable. Any tenseness leaves her body and she allows him to guide her to a cozy spot with a good view of the stage.

She does sit first, watching him as he follows. ]

Did you get to watch gigs like this back where you're from?