Abraxas
- Ingenious Pilot -
Raving around
Posts: 120
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Post by Abraxas on Jul 30, 2008 15:25:27 GMT -5
*Abraxas looked back at Gawain. His black bird's eyes were twinkling, and if he could have bent his beak, he would have smiled.*
"I would gladly go hawking with you one day, Gawain. Only I am a raven. Not a hawk. If you see the hawk in the book, it is brown and white. And its beak is bent and pointing down. This is to make it easier for it to eat. The hawk is a meat eater.
My feathers are black, and my beak is straight. This is because I have a varied diet, not just meat or just bird seeds."
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Post by Gawain on Jul 30, 2008 15:29:49 GMT -5
"Raven." *Gawain repeated. He looked frustrated and rubbed his temples.*
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Post by Merlin on Jul 30, 2008 15:35:13 GMT -5
*Merlin looked down at Gawain and noticed his look of frustration. He sent Nightfall and Abraxas out of the room, so he could speak more privately with Gawain.*
"This was a lot of information for you. Do you have any questions?"
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Post by Gawain on Jul 30, 2008 15:42:18 GMT -5
*Gawain continued to rub his head.*
"Hurt. Pain."
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Post by Merlin on Jul 30, 2008 15:57:36 GMT -5
*Merlin looked down at the boy with a warm smile.*
"It's no wonder your head hurts. You have learned a lot today. I'll make you a cup of herbal tea. It always helped your mother when she had a headache. I hope it will help you as well."
*He went over to the fireplace and brewed a cup of herbal tea for Gawain. He put some honey in it and stirred, before blowing gently on the tea so it shouldn't be too hot for Gawain. Then he returned to the boy, and offered him the mug, helping him to support the weight of the mug.*
"Here, drink some of this. And afterwards, you can rest or play, whatever you choose."
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Post by Gawain on Jul 30, 2008 16:01:09 GMT -5
*Gawain tried to be careful with the cup, spilling less this time. At least it didn't scald him. When he finished it, he offered the cup to Merlin.*
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Post by Merlin on Jul 30, 2008 16:12:53 GMT -5
*Merlin took the cup, giving Gawain an approving nod. He was a fast learner, and a good boy. Merlin was really proud of him. Again he looked at Gawain, smiling warmly.*
"There you go. How do you feel?"
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Post by Gawain on Jul 30, 2008 16:17:53 GMT -5
"Sleep." *He answered, glancing back to the other room.*
"Hurt."
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Post by Merlin on Jul 30, 2008 16:24:58 GMT -5
*Merlin smiled gently and stroke his curls.*
"Yes, I think some sleep will do you good."
*He walked over to Malefica's bed, and changed the sheets. Then he found a pajamas for Gawain and placed it neatly on the bed.*
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Post by Gawain on Jul 30, 2008 16:41:53 GMT -5
*Gawain watched carefully as Merlin prepared things. When he was done, Gawain blinked a few times, trying to find the words he was looking for.*
"Thh...thank. You."
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Post by Merlin on Jul 30, 2008 16:48:56 GMT -5
*Merlin turned around and looked warmly at Gawain.*
Less than 24 hours ago, he was a baby. Now he looks like a 10 year old boy, and is talking. A good-looking lad, that I am sure will capture the hearts of the ladies some day. There is something about him that melts everyone he meets. Even Nightfall is kind to him.
*Deeply touched, he leaned down and gave Gawain a big hug.*
"You have accomplished more today than anyone had the right to hope for, Gawain. You are a very intelligent and sympathetic boy. Continue like this, and you will win everybody's hearts. I am very proud of you."
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Post by Gawain on Jul 30, 2008 17:07:08 GMT -5
*Gawain smiled, curling up in the bed.*
"Thank. You." *He repeated.*
"Sleep."
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Post by Merlin on Jul 30, 2008 17:14:17 GMT -5
"You're welcome. Sleep well, child. I'll be in the other room if you need me."
*Merlin smiled warmly and left the room, so the child could get some rest.*
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Post by Gawain on Jul 30, 2008 17:33:04 GMT -5
*Gawain drifted off to sleep. While his slumber was dream-filled, they were not as troubling as the night before.*
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Post by Malefica on Jul 30, 2008 17:42:15 GMT -5
*****NEXT MORNING*****
*Malefica was on her way to practice, to keep fit before the third fight against Queen Lilith. But first, she had to see to her beloved child. She entered the nursery quietly and sat down on the bed, looking warmly at Gawain. She lifted her hand and stroke his curls gently.*
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