this is.... probably going to become NSFW

[necromanswers]

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There's no subtle or graceful way to do this, so yolo: anybody out there interested in a no-strings-attached booty call? no drama, no dating required, just a good old fashioned roll in the straw. mutually beneficial, if that sort of thing is appealing to you. can promise a good time and I have on good authority that my tits are spectacular. please for the love of every god in the pantheon if you have an SO already do not get me shanked by them, I just wanna get off okay?

man this sure does sound like a hooker ad, huh

anyway wanna fuck

[She will attach a selfie, for honesty's sake, and also to show off, let's be real.]


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[a few separate texts are sent out first to Era, Honerva, and then Pyra-]

ladies, mansion is open for business. same bat time, same bat channel (aka location)

because bats echo-locate and I'm hilarious

[.....and then ardyn too]

hey nerd come have a bath


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[Anyone coming to visit Lup will find the magical pocket-di-mansion set up much the same as it was few months prior, though the basement will come with some tweaks at Era's request. It's time for NERD BRUNCH!]

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[iustaegis]

[ Pyra blinks, momentary lost. Between taking time and taking a chance, she's not sure what to encourage anymore! There's a happy medium somewhere. ]

Just know that you have support, and Lup is right! [ Lup is always right.

She can't help a small giggle afterwards, though. ]

You could even celebrate your upcoming birthday together in a romantic way, if you happen to be a couple by then.

[shroudedsecrets]

[ It's complicated! All of these feelings are complicated. She doesn't even know how to begin the conversation with Ardyn. It's an entirely different situation than what she'd otherwise experienced, where she'd tumbled into too much too soon only to have it all vanish away.

And so, she can't help but look a little flustered again, ears still low, even if the teasing has eased to advice. ]

This is all... easier said you know. Certainly easier for you to imagine it than myself. He and I are not... so at ease with such concepts. If... he is uncertain of where he stands I do not want to unintentionally force him to be. He is not one to put himself first.

[necromanswers]

If it was easier to do we'd all be surrounded by lovers any time we please.

[Which sounds nice, albeit exhausting, but that isn't how real life works.]

What's important is you find your comfort zone, and every once in a while you push it a little. The vibe I get is that you both are on similar levels, so I think you'll do alright if you open the door. Or one of you does, anyway.

[iustaegis]

[ Pyra, having abandoned braiding Honerva's hair by now, brings a hand up to her cheek, sighing. ]

I hope he's at least comfortable in bringing you flowers.

[shroudedsecrets]

He did provide me with a flower... once, the last time we were here in the mansion.

[ Which the pair both would have seen the conspicuous red sylleblossom tucked into freshly braided hair courtesy of one gentle man she'd taken a selfie with after. Granted he'd also gifted one to Lup, so it may simply have been a kind gesture in the moment. ]

But perhaps I should be considering the best way to... indicate my interest. If this is... mutual as you deem it to be.

[necromanswers]

Just swoon on him.

[Lup stretches her arms over her head, then tilts sideways and flops melodramatically on both of them- her head on Pyra's lap, and her arm draping down over Honerva.]

Ohhhh, sir Ardyn, my legs appear to have failed me... would you be so kind as to assist... with your big strong arms.

[iustaegis]

[ One flower. Only one flower! That's not enough. When Somnus had been around, he had given her a full bouquet.

Thoughts on flowers aside, Pyra laughs as Lup drapes herself over them, and her hand makes it to the top of her head to give her a pat. ] Big strong arms that can protect you! That's the most important thing!

[ And two hands to carry her and to give her flowers! ]

[shroudedsecrets]

[ That's... so ridiculous... she can't help but laugh, even if it is somewhat self-conscious, Lup, really. ]

W... well, I suppose I would be lying if I said I did not have a weakness for... being held and protected by strong arms.

[necromanswers]

[don't @ her, she knew you'd like it. bonus points for getting her to laugh.]

I don't know if I can vouch for his protective ability. We might have to test him out first.

[iustaegis]

[ Oooooooooooo-- ] Such as... a duel?

[ Wait actually that's a terrible idea because: ]

In---- In.... Ardyn's defense, I don't know think he'd be able to best you, Lup.

[ Would anyone, really... ]

[shroudedsecrets]

He has had a tendency to... offer himself toward dangerous recon to keep others from venturing out themselves.

[ In the wake of how she and Lup had fared on one such venture, she's reminded now of having scolding Ardyn for even offering. ]

Though that speaks more to his nature to put others before himself, not what he might do to protect himself in that situation.

[ Charming as he is, she certainly can't see him willingly entering a duel for sport especially given what she'd seen in his memories, unless it were in a bloodless game of chess. ]

[necromanswers]

[Technically Lup has seen what he does, but she's not going to break his trust by saying anything more of it, so instead she hums thoughtfully.]

I suppose fellas with swords usually are proficient enough to wield them... and he's got a big one. [And then she snorts, because she's very mature.] You know what they say about big swords...

[iustaegis]

[ It takes her a moment, but--

At that, Pyra bursts into a fit of giggles. Oh, Lup. Classic, lovely, Lup. ]

[shroudedsecrets]

[ Classic, lovely Lup. And Pyra not as innocent as she often seems, huh. ]

Perhaps it indicates a certain finesse... but he certainly would not appreciate such speculation.

[necromanswers]

One of the joys of having a boyfriend is having a little fun at his expense. Learn to relish in it, at least once in a while.

[iustaegis]

[ Pyra is most definitely not innocent, but at all this talk of romance, she does spare a glance at Lup.

It hadn't been too long ago when they had chatted about Lup's own romantic soulmate.... who is not here in this realm. She hopes that conversations like these do not make her miss him more. Or perhaps this is Lup speaking from experience, to encourage Honerva to enjoy these moments while she still has a (potential) romantic partner in the same world as she. It's difficult to say with Lup, but one thing remains clear: she is a wonderful friend.

Tucking these thoughts aside, she continues. ] She's right, Honerva. Erm, I mean-- in general. About enjoying what you have, while you can.

[ Including... swords... ]

[shroudedsecrets]

Well, it is hardly... anything at all yet, in this present moment.

[ Certainly more than fondness and admiration on both sides, but she can't know or trust for certain they would become anything beyond an interest until they've talked a little more and.

Honerva's been hurt before in this world, and she had certainly had a marriage ever haunting her. Speaking of such things with ease or lightness is rather like being caught up in a strange moment until thoughts catch back up with her. ]

Should it become something more, then perhaps such concepts can be... revisited.

[necromanswers]

I expect to be updated the moment one of you works up the nerves to overcome the awkward chickenshit stage of a relationship.

[Not unkindly - she knows how long this sort of thing can take, after all she and Barry danced around it for 30 years - but essentially, the ball is in their court. They may be infinite, but time isn't, especially in a place like this.]

[iustaegis]

That's... That's saying that we're excited for you, Honerva!

[ Whatever their relationship may bring, whether it stays as a friendship or not, she hopes it's full of satisfyingly and wonderful moments, smiles and hugs and more. Their reality is that she'll never have an opportunity like this again, so it is up to her, at her own pace, to seize the moment or not. ]

[shroudedsecrets]

I do appreciate... the encouragement.

[ They both were complicated beings, not used to the fast-paced sort of life that others indulged in, yet both having been down this path before and likely awkward at it then too. But it was true that this was a completely different world and time potentially all too brief.

Which was scary in its own way, the dangers of the toll or expectancy of loss. ]

I suspect you'll be aware even before I am, Lup.

[ As if she could keep anything hidden with her ears anymore. ]

[necromanswers]

I suspect I already know now.

[But that one's her secret to keep, judging by her smile.]

[iustaegis]

[ Pyra, looking from one to the other during their exchange, giggles. Oh, these two. It's wonderful to be in their presence. ]

[shroudedsecrets]

[ That's an expression, Lup. Glad you're having fun here, Pyra. Her ears give their little slant again, some of this attention is too much. ]

... He... did say he was fond of red.

[ Which hasn't been a color she's worn regularly, but it's a thought. ]

[necromanswers]

I can help with that, probably. Just don't edge up against my aesthetic too much or I'll end up with a complex.

[Red's her whole thing...!]

[iustaegis]

[ Pyra, who's in all red: ]

You know what that means, don't you? You have to meet him next in a red dress!

[ A sexy one! ]