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Jul 25, 2008 14:19:25 GMT -5
Post by Malefica on Jul 25, 2008 14:19:25 GMT -5
*Malefica's face brightened and she lifted him up.*
"Ah... I see. You want to try to swim again, yes? Just remember to close your mouth this time, so you don't choke on the water again."
*She waded out in the sea and placed Gawain on his stomach on the water surface. She held her hand under his little tummy, to support his weight, and make sure he didn't drown.*
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Picnic
Jul 25, 2008 14:27:37 GMT -5
Post by Gawain on Jul 25, 2008 14:27:37 GMT -5
*He squirmed in her hands, kicking up water.*
"Babathppth."
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Picnic
Jul 25, 2008 14:32:30 GMT -5
Post by Malefica on Jul 25, 2008 14:32:30 GMT -5
*Malefica smiled and watched his little body work in the water.*
"You really love to bath, don't you sweetheart? Your leg movements are good, but the movements of your arms could need a little more work."
*The tortoise Gawain had met earlier came swimming by him. Malefica studied the animal's movements with interest.*
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Picnic
Jul 25, 2008 14:37:17 GMT -5
Post by Gawain on Jul 25, 2008 14:37:17 GMT -5
*The more he kicked, the less eager he seemed to be in the water.*
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Picnic
Jul 25, 2008 14:50:28 GMT -5
Post by Malefica on Jul 25, 2008 14:50:28 GMT -5
*Malefica decided to see if he could float if she allowed him to try on his own. With her heart beating, she gently removed her hand from under Gawain's little tummy. She watched him carefully, ready to react immediately if he should start to sink, or be afraid.*
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Picnic
Jul 25, 2008 14:54:53 GMT -5
Post by Gawain on Jul 25, 2008 14:54:53 GMT -5
*There was a moment after she let go that he looked confused, then he kicked harder, letting out a sharp cry. But he was able to keep himself above the water.*
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Picnic
Jul 25, 2008 15:00:52 GMT -5
Post by Malefica on Jul 25, 2008 15:00:52 GMT -5
*Malefica looked at him, beaming with pride when she noticed he could keep himself above water.*
"Good boy! You are swimming all by yourself! Momma is so proud of you!"
*Her voice was echoing the joy she felt from the bottom of her heart. She was so proud of her little baby boy. But still she was right beside him, ready to pick him up when he didn't want to swim anymore.*
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Picnic
Jul 25, 2008 15:08:12 GMT -5
Post by Gawain on Jul 25, 2008 15:08:12 GMT -5
*His cry grew louder and more distressed as his tiny limbs flailed harder and faster.*
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Picnic
Jul 25, 2008 15:10:32 GMT -5
Post by Malefica on Jul 25, 2008 15:10:32 GMT -5
*Malefica lifted her son up in her arms and held him close, kissing him and caressing him.*
"Awww, sweetie. Momma is here. I only wish I knew how I can help you. I love you so much, and I don't want you to suffer."
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Picnic
Jul 25, 2008 15:13:57 GMT -5
Post by Gawain on Jul 25, 2008 15:13:57 GMT -5
*Even as she lifted him, his cry came louder and more shrill, his limbs beating against her.*
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Picnic
Jul 25, 2008 15:19:57 GMT -5
Post by Malefica on Jul 25, 2008 15:19:57 GMT -5
*Malefica sighed and closed her eyes.*
Dear lord. I have already asked forgiveness for my sins. I wowed that I would never sin again. And you forgave me, there in the church. So why does my son scream every time I touch him?
*Then it struck her - could it be the artificial blood she was drinking?*
"Gawain, it is only tomato juice with red cherries and strawberries..."
*She whispered gently.*
"Did you really think that your mother would drink blood for real?"
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Picnic
Jul 25, 2008 15:28:58 GMT -5
Post by Gawain on Jul 25, 2008 15:28:58 GMT -5
*Suddenly he grabbed and the straps of her bathing suit, still crying, his face turning red.*
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Picnic
Jul 25, 2008 15:32:24 GMT -5
Post by Malefica on Jul 25, 2008 15:32:24 GMT -5
*Malefica wrapped her arms around him, trying to calm him down. She tried to do what most mothers try to do at first: offering him her chest.*
"Are you hungry, sweetie? Is that it?"
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Picnic
Jul 25, 2008 15:53:07 GMT -5
Post by Gawain on Jul 25, 2008 15:53:07 GMT -5
*Gawain seemed undeterred, still crying and pulling at the fabric.*
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Picnic
Jul 25, 2008 16:02:35 GMT -5
Post by Malefica on Jul 25, 2008 16:02:35 GMT -5
*Malefica's face became serious.*
"You're trying to tell me something, aren't you? I forgot that you are a Guardian too. But I can't feel any danger lurking at the Fortress. Has something happened? To Icarus and Eden? Are they in danger?"
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