You and Me (Jay)

[DJ Boomkitty]

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The Eastern Woods had begun its autumnal transformation, the trees loosing their leaves in conjunction with the chillier weather as of late. The northern part of the woods began to change color, the luscious green giving way to brilliant shades of orange, yellow, and red. Xavier had taken a detour towards his destination to the north just to marvel at the beauty of it all. He found himself ambling slowly amongst a forest path, gazing slowly from left to right, completely oblivious to the world... or so it seemed, anyway.

With a small sigh, brown eyes finally lowered onto the path he tred, watching his brown boots sink into the ground below with every step. He felt heavier than normal, his thoughts weighing him down, and as much as he tried to ignore them, it was no use; his sub conscious was alive with musings and uncertainties. He pulled his head back and stared directly upwards, halting his movement and inhaling a rather deep breath. The clouds that settled amongst the sky slowly drifted by as he stood there, scowling up at them; he thought a walk would be good for his mind, but it only proved to amplify his problems.

They were petty issues anyway... just general worries about the choices he made, about his path in life, about... his orientation. Xavier didn't regret or take back his preference for men, nor did he think that was even possible, but he hadn't expected it to cause problems for those around him. Although Haii seemed to recover well enough, his initial reaction certainly boiled Xavier's blood, and the rage was unlike him. He didn't like it. Then there was his father... dropping his head once more, he tugged a piece of paper from his pocket and unfolded it, reading the scrawled ink upon it:

7pm Friday. Central Capital. I'll find you there. Don't be late.

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With a frown, he pressed the note back into his pocket, shivering slightly as a breeze rattled his frame. He brought a hand up to suppress a small cough that shook him slightly, following it up with a groan. 'Arceus, don't let me be getting sick. The last thing I need is a cold.' He mentally prayed, shaking his head somewhat and tugging his hood from his shoulders up over his head. It was a black zip-up hoodie that clung neatly to his frame, and the hood's edge was rather fluffy. A gift from his mother that was perfect for such chilly afternoons.

He began moving again, heading south towards his destination. He almost felt guilty for where he was heading and why, but he couldn't help it really; it wasn't just his head that guided him there. The truth was Xavier needed someone to talk to, not just anyone, but... a friend. A good friend. A good friend he held in high regards and affection. Another sigh slipped past his lips as he walked, watching the castle come into view. He hoped Felis wasn't too busy; he didn't want to be a burden. He felt bad enough showing up to vent some silly little uncertainties when he knew the other man had far more on his plate... Xavier just hoped he wouldn't come across as petty. It was easy for his musings to seem that way.

He walked in silence through the front gate, peering around the garden curiously. It looked... much better. A small smile touched his lips; good. They put so much work into the garden, it was very admirable. He brought a hand to his belt in a sudden urge, releasing one of his Poke'balls from its confines. Pressing the trigger, he unleashed his leucistic Seviper, Muse, from his ball. The snake blinked slowly before gazing around, giving an approving purr at the location. "Touch up what you can. I'll be inside for a bit." Hopefully, his mind added. Muse nodded curtly and slithered off into the garden, inspecting the flowerbeds with a keen eye.

Replacing the ball, Xavier looked towards the front door, unsure of how to proceed. Did he just... knock? It seemed so informal. He didn't want to make anyone run too far just to answer for him. He gulped, blinking suddenly. Was he... nervous? He never had been any other time he'd popped in for a hello. He shook his head and marched up to the door, making to knock it but pausing before his knuckles made contact. 'Come on you dolt. You've been welcomed warmly before, what would make it any different today?' He chided himself, fighting back the butterflies in his stomach and finally knocking the door three times, before waiting. "Ah see, no ones home, splendid." He quickly mused after a few seconds, taking a step back.
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[Jay]

It had been a busy transition between summer and fall. Quite a lot had gone on, and though he had tried his best to get in the summer vacation he had been planning, Felis simply hadn't had the time between the attack on the castle, restoration, Lance moving in, the hiring of new maids, the general social unrest left to be dealt with within the East in general, and just anything and everything seemed to come up to try and impede him. Sadly, at least for the summer, it had succeeded. Despite this, Felis couldn't say that his mood had been thrown into a pit, really. He was starting to come to expect it, really, yet he always forced that hope... That willingness to believe that it would come to pass soon... that he would actually get some free time to actually enjoy himself fully without a care in the world like it had been back before everything. Yes, he would certainly will it into existence, some day.

That morning, Felis had made a trip to Evergreen. Rather than going there to shop or something of that nature, he had made it more professional business. That being said, he actually wasn't home just yet when Xavier came knocking on the doors. Rosie might have answered the door if not for the fact that the Roserade had been taken with the blond haired man. The butlers probably would have answered the door at the blink of an eye if not for the fact that something had come up with their family causing them to take an extended leave from Forest Castle. Because of that, the door was left unanswered. Somewhere in the castle, little Rosa was playing with her toys or something of that nature under the careful watch of her Lucario who had, in the past few weeks, taken it upon himself to become far more protective than even Sheryl (to the both delight and disgust of the Haunter in question who felt it was her place to be the girl's protector), and though she probably would have answered the door, she simply hadn't realized it had been knocked on.

No.. you see... what actually came to acknowledged Xavier was... were... three mildly scary Milotic-Druddigon hybrids who, after realizing that there was someone on the Castle grounds whom they hadn't met yet had come around the side of the castle. The 'leader' of the trio, Natalie, suddenly roared rather viciously at Xavier more or less shouting a question as to who he was and what he was doing there.

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The sudden roar caused Xavier to jump slightly as he turned to face the source, wondering what on Era could have made... such a... noise... he blinked rapidly, two emotions playing for the dominant role in his mind; fear and awe. On one hand, the hybrids were just stunning; water-types, snake-like, fused with a ferocious dragon? He felt an urge to get a closer look, perhaps feel the texture of their scales. Yet, on the opposite hand... they were large, rather menacing, and looked pretty... well... pissed. It was an odd conundrum he faced, yet Xav knew he couldn't flee - making bad with these beasts would only prevent him from returning.

So instead, he swallowed hard, opening his palms and showing them to the dragons. "Easy now... I don't mean harm, ya see?" He stated, taking a timid step forward. "I only mean to visit the duke Felis... I assume he is your trainer, oi? Lovely man. Quite like yourselves, very beautiful. I'm a pretty big fan of water-types. I have a Milotic myself..." He trailed off with a small, feeble chuckle. 'Oh please don't eat me...'

Muse, having heard the roar, came round a bush he was delicately trimming and observed the scene, his tongue flickering. He sighed somewhat, shaking his head; alpha females. They had plenty of bark, and this one seemed to have a nasty bite too. With a flick of his tail, he snatched a blue flower from nearby and slithered over towards Xavier, head held high. He stopped abruptly in front of Natalie, bowing his head partially. <We come in peace.> He hissed quietly, not one to usually speak, tossing the flower up towards the female in a gesture of good will, putting a spin on it so it would gracefully fall down towards her claws.

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As Xavier showed his hands out, Natalie relaxed ever so slightly her form relaxing a bit as she observed him. Noan, meanwhile, made something of a whine. <He doesn't loooook that bad Nattie> he said aloud as he brought up a claw to scratch just below his armpit. The third in the group said nothing but mentally wondered if they'd get back to the pool soon so that he could get back to swimming. <Hm...> was all Natalie finally said at Xavier's words. As Muse came over and gestured something of peace, the Druddiotic seemed to finally relax fully. <I see> Natalie finally answered back taking something of a meditative face on. <Very well then... what is your business here?> she asked directing her words at Muse knowing a bit too well that Xavier wouldn't understand her speech of sorts.

Just at that particular moment, the sound of wings gushing through the air could be heard. If Xavier looked off towards the gate, he'd notice a rather large Tropius came flying through, and one would never guess who was riding the large grass beast. Felis, of course. All three water dragons turned their heads as Harubi finally landed, and something of a quiet snort escaped from Natalie's nostrils. Harubi, being one of the older members of Felis's garden, outranked her in that regard..... "Ah thank you thank you Haru," Felis smiled finally dismounting from the Tropius and looking up at him with an easy smile. Harubi simply nodded his head rather slowly and then started off to rest. Felis had turned just then only to stop in mid turn. "Oh, hello Xavier," Felis smiled lightly. "How are you?"

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Muse jabbed his tail back towards Xavier. <He'sss here to ssee your masster.> He simply stated, looking beyond the three towards the garden. <I wass just touching up...> He purred again, the urge too great. There was a branch slightly askew in the rosebed just behind the three hybrids, and it was just such... an eyesore. And those roses, as elegant as they were, needed proper alignment in the bushes to compliment the neighboring lilies. And was that a spot of weed starting to grow? With a content hum, he slipped forwards between the trio, unphased by their size; he was an artist on a mission.

Xavier reached a hand forward after his serpent, about to call for him to 'don't leave me alone', yet as he opened his mouth to do so he heard the rush of wind and turned sideways. He blinked rapidly, a crooked grin overcoming his initial fear of being left behind with the dragons. So he was flying, eh? Xav recalled the first time Felis rode on his Gyarados back; he was slipping left and right. As he was addressed, he blinked again but recovered quickly, placing a hand on his hip. "I'm here." Was his reply, a small chuckle loosing from him. "Ya like flying now, do ya?" He mused, unable to not ask the question. It was just so amusing to him.

Yet... beating around the bush wasn't going to get him anywhere. "I was actually wondering if you were free at all. I... just need a good opinion on things. I'm a bit plagued by my own thoughts... but I'm sure ya know what thats like." He sighed, his arm slipping back down to his side as he cast his gaze downwards. "Of course if you're busy then I'll be on my way. I don't wanna intrude on business... I know how busy you are..." He said politely, with a small bow of his head.

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[Jay]

[atrb=style,background-image:url(http://i219.photobucket.com/albums/cc64/Heart-of-Thorns/felistable2.png);color:#8eaea5;][atrb=width,434][atrb=height,355][atrb=style,border:0 black none,bTable][scrolly:h(245),w(205),sy,as(padding:4px;margin-top:2px;margin-left:214px;)]Natalie said nothing but seemed to hum quietly to herself as the Seviper slipped by. She'd done her duty, and until Lord Feliciano said anything, she was fine. Felis, meanwhile, couldn't help but laugh a little and rubbed the back of his head. "Yes... I've had to learn to fly to get places fast. I can only borrow Rosa's pokemon for so long," he answered back chuckling at the thought of when he had enlisted the help of Rosa's Ralts and ended up in the completely wrong area. "And Harbui has been with me for a while now, so I've gotten in some practice here and there." he explained. As he heard Xavier's explanation for being there, Felis blinked a moment before laughing lightly. "You caught me right on time, really. I just finished my major work for today," he hummed lightly. "And even if I hadn't... I wouldn't just ignore a friend. Care to come in?" he asked warmly walking over and past Xavier to the door. All three of the Druddilotic quickly backed up to give Felis room to get in. Taking out a key and unlocking the door, Felis stepped sideways and held the door open. [/scrolly]

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A flood of relief washed over Xavier as Felis brushed by, exhaling a breath he'd been holding after his statement. He wasn't interfering... they could talk... and... "Really?" He blurted out, turning with Felis as he approached the door. He didn't expect to sound so hopeful, and ended up coughing to cover it up. In all honesty he was flattered someone would take time out of their day to meet with him... being Felis just made it all the better. "Er, well... thank you. It means a lot." He quickly added, stepping into the lobby and looking back, flicking his hood back down onto his shoulders.

It may have been improper, yet Xavier just couldn't help but admire the other man, discreetly anyway; a subtle glance of the eye, so to speak. There was something Felis radiated that other men didn't, and it often got the better of the red-head. What was it? The vast amount of kindness in his heart? Perhaps. The charm behind his smile? That was part of it, certainly... Or was it the knowledge of his hardships, and how he strives to overcome them? Ahh, yes. Xavier smiled as he pondered upon this; he couldn't imagine how Felis even managed to smile any longer. He certainly admired him for his strength. He was simply... "Amazing." He murmured, blinking somewhat upon realizing he had spoken aloud.

With another cough, he turned away to hide the small flush at his cheeks, pretending to peer down the hall instead. "So ah, where is best for you?" He asked quickly, taking a couple steps forward. Gah, he needed to watch his tongue...

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[Jay]

[atrb=style,background-image:url(http://i219.photobucket.com/albums/cc64/Heart-of-Thorns/felistable2.png);color:#8eaea5;][atrb=width,434][atrb=height,355][atrb=style,border:0 black none,bTable][scrolly:h(245),w(205),sy,as(padding:4px;margin-top:2px;margin-left:214px;)]A light laugh escaped Felis as Xavier questioned the validity of what he had just said. "Of course," was all he answered back with grinning rather easily as he finally allowed the door to close behind them both. Smiling and shifting his weight a moment, Felis blinked not having heard exactly what Xavier had said. However, rather than pursuing this, he let it go rather easily as Xavier asked where to. "Hmmm how about the parlor then," Felis suggested before starting down the hallway before taking a left and starting down another hallway. Leading the way for a few more seconds, Felis finally pulled at a door and revealed a rather simple but elegant room. The walls were a soft orange and red patterned color as if the room had been painted to resemble a fall theme (which it quite possibly had). There were two long soft brown sofas that ended up making a square given the way each of them termed and faced inwards. On the table in the middle of the sofas existed a few books, possibly laid there for aesthetics as much as readability. "This suitable?" Felis asked after a moment. [/scrolly]

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Xav glanced upwards briefly in a silent 'thank you' to Arceus that Felis hadn't overheard his remark. He already felt like an idiot as it was, he didn't need to try and make up excuses for his bumbling blurts. He nodded numbly as Felis walked ahead, falling into step behind him as he lead the way onwards, steps falling just as heavy as they had been outdoors. Xav sighed; he hoped this would help.

Upon entering the parlor, his eye was immediately drawn to the color palette, finding himself back in the northeastern woods again. Just that visual alone managed to soothe Xavier's nerves, even just slightly, as he recognized Felis' voice. "Perfect." He said, making his way to one of the sofas and settling upon it, lacing and locking his fingers together. He closed his eyes a moment, figuring out where to even begin... probably with what was bothering him the most, the spectacle about his orientation...

Wait. He looked up startled; he was fairly certain he hadn't told Felis about that yet... and if Haii reacted so badly initially, how would he? This thought quickly expanded; he already had a rabid 'crush', so to say, on Felis... yet if he reacted similarly to Haii, or his father... ugh, he wouldn't be able to face him again. He couldn't tell him, it risked too much... but then again... would he be content just to sit around as nothing more than a friend? Wasn't that a selfish thought? Was he really petty?

"Agh..." He murmured, shaking his head and looking up at Felis. He would approach it... cautiously. "Felis... this may be an odd question, but it is relevant..." He started slowly, folding his arms up into his chest. "How do you view... homosexuals?" He asked, glancing away habitually.

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[Jay]

[atrb=style,background-image:url(http://i219.photobucket.com/albums/cc64/Heart-of-Thorns/felistable2.png);color:#8eaea5;][atrb=width,434][atrb=height,355][atrb=style,border:0 black none,bTable][scrolly:h(245),w(205),sy,as(padding:4px;margin-top:2px;margin-left:214px;)]Feliciano seated himself on a sofa across from Xavier and kicked off his boots before crossing his legs in the process. Setting his elbows on his knees, he waited as Xavier spoke. As the question came, Felis just blinked and slowly turned his head to one side in a curious way. "...As people?" he asked/answered back unsure of exactly what Xavier meant directly but already coming to a bit of an underlying assumption that he wouldn't press until he made sure. [/scrolly]

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He found his eyes back on Felis as he responded, studying his posture briefly before sliding away again. Well, the word hadn't brought out any outbursts or anything so... that was a good sign, right? "As people... and the concept, really. I dunno, does it... offend you?" He finally found the words, uncrossing his arms to lace his fingers together on his lap. He felt somewhat anxious...

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[Jay]

[atrb=style,background-image:url(http://i219.photobucket.com/albums/cc64/Heart-of-Thorns/felistable2.png);color:#8eaea5;][atrb=width,434][atrb=height,355][atrb=style,border:0 black none,bTable][scrolly:h(245),w(205),sy,as(padding:4px;margin-top:2px;margin-left:214px;)]Felis blinked at Xavier's words. "No," he answered back slowly shrugging his shoulders. "I'm bi so..." he shrugged again before suddenly grinning ear to ear. "It shouldn't matter who you fall in love with," he finished despite the slight sting that was left. Aoaihdoainhsdcoiasbc that brought up Aki again somehow, and in the end, it simply served to make Felis sigh readily. "I once had a boyfriend so...." he started but broke off half shrugging his shoulders but his eyes ending up staring at the ground. [/scrolly]

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B... did he say... bi? Xavier blinked rapidly before peering over at Felis, as if he had mistaken him, as if he had mumbled, or perhaps a slip of the tongue... yet there was nothing to follow the statement immediately. Xavier visibly relaxed, exhaling a held breath as he leaned back into the couch. Perhaps it was rather melodramatic for him, but he could care less at the moment; his conscious had finally shut up with the doubts that circled his mind. For now, anyway.

And then the second statement, followed by Felis' shift in body language. A boyfriend, eh... something rung a bell in his head then, back to a previous time where Felis had been sputtering something or other about having someone close to him that just... how had Xav described it... abandoned him. Was this the same person? Anger flared up in his stomach briefly, Xavier expressing it with a 'pah' as he folded his arms again and shook his head. "Well, their loss, isn't it?" He grinned with a small chuckle. And it really was, at least in his brown eyes. Who would give something like that up...?

Agh, but he hadn't meant for him to reflect on negative things! He leaned forward in his seat and prodded Felis' knee keenly, shaking his index finger soon after. "Plenty of Magikarp in the sea, right?" He spoke again, smiling in an effort to better his spirits. "I'm actually glad you think that way, about... that orientation. I'm actually... gay myself." He sighed, shifting subjects and settling back in his seat. "It was never an issue up until recently... a friend of mine didn't take too kindly to it, practically wanted to bolt after he found out. It rubbed me the wrong way. I don't get it though, its not like I'm out for every guy that walks past, ya know?" He muttered irritably, huffing a sigh.

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[Jay]

[atrb=style,background-image:url(http://i219.photobucket.com/albums/cc64/Heart-of-Thorns/felistable2.png);color:#8eaea5;][atrb=width,434][atrb=height,355][atrb=style,border:0 black none,bTable][scrolly:h(245),w(205),sy,as(padding:4px;margin-top:2px;margin-left:214px;)]Felis tried to force a smile at Xavier's words on it being someone else's loss. If only it'd stop bugging and brushing up against his memories like it did. It just wasn't fair somehow. However, at Xav's actions afterwards, Felis found his eyes slowly raising off the floor and staring at him. As Xavier continued to speak, Felis slowly set his head in his palm and looked sideways. "Some people just don't take to things well," he finally answered back as he looked back at Xav then. "Don't worry, if they're really a friend, then they should just accept it and be friends!" he finished with a rather easy smile on his face. "Though I had a childhood friend... who..." in that moment, Felis broke out laughing for a moment before rubbing the back of his head. "Who made it a point that he didn't approve of me. Not like our parents cared seeing as they were the ones who were friends." he shook hi s head a bit. "I actually... still just like messing with him today." he grinned a bit sweat dropping slightly at his own words. [/scrolly]

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It was comforting, to listen as Felis dismissed his worries with a few words and an easy smile. Huh, how foolish had he been, to fret over such trifle issues? He was right, in any case; if Xavier knew Haii, they'd be sparring again within the week. He didn't seem like the guy that'd let things get to him... well... besides being called 'bitch' and other flavorful words... but he digresses. As Felis continued on, Xavier couldn't help but laugh, shaking his head somewhat. "I suppose I'm in the same boat. Perhaps I can torment my friend a bit. It'd be funny, at the least." He mused, rubbing his chin thoughtfully before winking. "Oii, you're a closet deviant, ya know that?" He added. And it's adorable...

Yet... his grin fell again as he shifted, feeling the note in his pocket. "Well my friend is one guy but... he found out because... well, here's the picture." He said, waving his hand for emphasis. "I'm in the capital with my guy friend, and a girl we just met. She looks pretty young and I was asking about her Castform, right?" He paused, before pressing on. "Out of freakin nowhere comes my father, and the first thing he tells me is that he hadn't been informed I had a girlfriend, meaning this young chick." He shook his head then. "I obviously deny it, stating how I don't even like women, and... he snaps, really. Jot down this and gave it to me." With that, he tugged out the note and passed it over. "I'm actually really worried about it. My father isn't exactly... as friendly as my mother is." He sighed again, for what felt like the hundredth time that afternoon.

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[Jay]

[atrb=style,background-image:url(http://i219.photobucket.com/albums/cc64/Heart-of-Thorns/felistable2.png);color:#8eaea5;][atrb=width,434][atrb=height,355][atrb=style,border:0 black none,bTable][scrolly:h(245),w(205),sy,as(padding:4px;margin-top:2px;margin-left:214px;)]Felis laughed lightly at the accusation of him as a closet deviant. "No no I am not," he answered back grinning a cheesy grin even as he said it. However, as Xavier began to tell the story, Felis began to pay attention keeping quiet and simply taking in what had happened. However, at the end of it, he frowned slightly and shook his head. "Oh it'll be alright. What's the worse than can happen? He can ground you?" he teased after a moment before relaxing again. "Though... I guess I could understand... if I ran into my father again... I'd... I don't know what I'd do heh..." Felis sweat dropped and shook his head slowly. [/scrolly]

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He smirked at the thought of being grounded, and shrugged his shoulders somewhat. "I'm... not sure, to be honest. Knowing him, I'm going to get lectured on something or other. He has a sharp tongue." He blinked, tilting his head somewhat. But... what could his father do to him for liking men? He wouldn't be able to change his mind... and he doubted he'd bribe him or... resort to violence... "I think highly of my father for what he's done for my mother and I over the past two decades. I just hope... he doesn't use it against me. He's a business man... I think..." He paused. "I don't really know what hes doing nowadays... but... I'll just have to face that hurdle when it comes, eh?"

Already a load was lifted from his chest, causing him to feel rather... "Silly... gah, I feel so silly." He stated suddenly, looking over at Felis apologetically. "Look at me, a full-grown man, succumbing to such silly worries. I'm sorry to have taken your time just for this, Felis. I guess... I just needed to hear that things were okay." He nodded slowly, a smile breaching the frown that had been plaguing him. "I admire that about you, ya know... you'll say the simplest of things, and its just so... true. You clear my mind of doubt faster than anyone else could even dream of... thank you." He murmured thoughtfully, eyes locked onto the man opposite him, as if he could will his affection into him. "I... I will try and return the favor."

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[Jay]

[atrb=style,background-image:url(http://i219.photobucket.com/albums/cc64/Heart-of-Thorns/felistable2.png);color:#8eaea5;][atrb=width,434][atrb=height,355][atrb=style,border:0 black none,bTable][scrolly:h(245),w(205),sy,as(padding:4px;margin-top:2px;margin-left:214px;)]Felis smiled a little as Xavier came to his conclusions of what to do about his father, and as he seemed to relax into 'silly's, Felis laughed a little back at Xavier. As Xavier went on, Felis blinked a little before smiling again. "Welcome," he answered back with ease. At th elast of Xavier's words, Felis just smiled. "You're silly... you already do," he answered back nodding his head simply. "I would have been in a much worse off state during the castle attack without you, Miguel, and Rosa to--- oh and I guess Joel hahahah-- to help me up. I used to work completely alone in the castle... did you know that? I can't imagine how I'd managed my first year like that or why I'd ever do it again." [/scrolly]

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He listened quietly, an index finger tapping absent mindedly on his knee. Alone? "I couldn't even fathom..." He admit, but shook his head soon after. "I'm glad I've been a bit helpful, in the least. There's only so much lil ol' me can do. In the end I'm just a guy that wanders the plains of Era." He grinned somewhat then. He wouldn't admit to it, but that had been another one of his insecurities, but he wasn't quite prepared to discuss that one. It was... touchy, to view himself as a glorified homeless man. Embarrassing, even. He didn't even want to think about it. "You are very strong, Felis. Much stronger than I could ever dream to be." He chuckled.

In an attempt to redirect his train of thought, his mind latched onto the mention of Rosa, and looked up from his musings. "How is she, by the way? Rosa, I mean..." He asked, a small smile coming to him. It was hard not to when speaking of the little girl, she just seemed to radiate rainbows.

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[Jay]

[atrb=style,background-image:url(http://i219.photobucket.com/albums/cc64/Heart-of-Thorns/felistable2.png);color:#8eaea5;][atrb=width,434][atrb=height,355][atrb=style,border:0 black none,bTable][scrolly:h(245),w(205),sy,as(padding:4px;margin-top:2px;margin-left:214px;)]Felis smiled a little at Xavier's statements and was about to refute his statement about just a wanderer when Xav state dthat he was strong. A rather surprised look came to Felis's face, and after a second or so, he shook his head slowly. "Now you're wrong there," he answered back feeling that residual weakness come to him again. As the question came to Rosa, Felis couldn't help but beam. "She's been very good," he beamed easily. "She's been so much livelier with more people in the castle... Elayne has been keeping after her a lot more since our butlers seem to have had some family troubles they have to attend to, and when she can't watch after her, Miguel or Joel does.... Oh yes, I have a few maids that have taken to her as well... Oh and big brother and I set up quite a few tutors and teachers for her so she doesn't get behind...." Indeed, Felis had quite a lot to say about his little sister when it came down to it... far more than what he actually had to say for himself, but that was beside the point. "She's picking up so much knowledge... but somehow manages to retain that innocence that..." he broke off a moment and simply beamed at Xavier expecting the man to understand. [/scrolly]