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Post by Gawain on Aug 2, 2008 17:05:33 GMT -5
"That is not murder." *Gawain answered simply, biting into his apple.*
"That is...protecting...defending. Fighting the forces of darkness."
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Post by Nightfall Siofra on Aug 2, 2008 17:13:00 GMT -5
*Nightfall looked up at him, and her smile slowly returned to her face, and the light to her eyes.*
"Oh, Gawain, do you think so? It is not wrong of me to do what I do, if it is to keep others safe?"
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Post by Gawain on Aug 2, 2008 17:14:50 GMT -5
*A gentle smile came over Gawain's features.*
"Of course not. I will be called to a task much like yours, to defend the Grail. I have made my peace with it."
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Post by Nightfall Siofra on Aug 2, 2008 17:20:04 GMT -5
*Nightfall suddenly became serious, her eyes concerned for him.*
"Gawain, I know I can't stop you from fulfilling your task. It is your duty, just as much as saving Lorien from The Hidden Threat is mine. But...."
*She blushed deeply, then she looked shyly up at him again.*
"Please, don't get yourself killed."
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Post by Gawain on Aug 2, 2008 18:55:35 GMT -5
*Gawain leaned back, confusion arching his brow.*
"It is certainly not my goal to do so. But it is my duty to protect the Grail, at any cost."
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Post by Nightfall Siofra on Aug 2, 2008 23:30:07 GMT -5
*Nightfall looked back at him. Right now she was more worried for his safety than for her own. After all, she had some lessons in self defense. Her mother had taught her how to use a sword, uncle Haldir had taught her to use a bow and arrows, uncle Ramses had taught her how to dodge, jump and attack, and Brandi was right now giving her fighting lessons.*
"Gawain - have you had any training?"
*The thought of him getting killed hurt more than she was willing to admit.*
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Post by Gawain on Aug 3, 2008 6:06:00 GMT -5
*Gawain considered her question.*
"In the terms of proper training, you already know the answer to that I think."
*He smiled gently.*
"For I have seen you every day that I was not a babe in arms, and I have not had such. However..."
*He grew pensive and somber.*
"I have had things...explained to me. The Lord works in mysterious ways."
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Post by Nightfall Siofra on Aug 3, 2008 6:09:33 GMT -5
*Nightfall smiled and looked over at him.*
"Well, if you don't have anyone to practice with, how about you and I exercise together?"
*She looked him over appreciative, and said quietly*
"If the Lord explains as well as He works, I think you should do fine."
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Post by Gawain on Aug 3, 2008 6:14:49 GMT -5
*Gawain looked at her over his apple.*
"As in...right now?"
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Post by Nightfall Siofra on Aug 3, 2008 6:19:34 GMT -5
*Nightfall laughed and looked back at him over her peach.*
"Oh, no, you must finish your breakfast first. Oh, I almost forgot. I have freshly pressed orange juice. Do you want some?"
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Post by Gawain on Aug 3, 2008 6:23:38 GMT -5
*Gawain smiled, seemingly pleased by the prospect of finishing his meal.*
"Yes, thank you."
*His brow furrowed slightly.*
"Why are you here, Nightfall? And not with your kind? Your parents?"
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Post by Nightfall Siofra on Aug 3, 2008 6:31:05 GMT -5
*Nightfall smiled back at him and poured him a glass of orange juice. Then she poured a glass for herself. She placed both glasses on the table.*
"To be honest, things have been hard for me in Lorien lately. And it is partly my fault, for being so wild as I am. My parents tried to force me into marrying a man I don't love. Luckily for me, they have changed their minds, and he has left Lorien. I am still a shy young virgin, never touched by a man."
*She sighed.*
"But after all these things, I needed to get away. Merlin was kind and offered me to stay here."
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Post by Gawain on Aug 3, 2008 6:37:03 GMT -5
*Gawain listened, concern in his eyes.*
"I am sorry that they tried to arrange a marriage that did not please you. But..."
*He thought about his words carefully, though his mind didn't seem to project the thoughts.*
"I am glad that you have a place to retire to, a safe haven."
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Post by Nightfall Siofra on Aug 3, 2008 6:45:02 GMT -5
*Nightfall smiled warmly back.*
"Thank you. I don't like arranged marriages. If I ever get married, which I seriously doubt, I want it to be with a man of my own choice."
*She blushed and looked down, afraid to have said too much.*
"And for my safe haven, the only reason Merlin allows me to stay, is that I pointed out that I could help him protect you from the forces of Darkness. As a part demon, I know a little about evil."
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Post by Gawain on Aug 3, 2008 6:47:39 GMT -5
*Gawain's lips tightened for a moment, but he relaxed once more.*
"I am grateful for your protection then."
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