[Game] Lord Windos' PokeRole Adventure: Celadon City Vandel

[Lord Windos]

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Reiner would definitely help Taylor up again.  "Don't be ridiculous.  You're a guest here, and the Aurum Vexilium treats its guests well.  And considering I all but invited you here, however indirectly, it'd be silly of me to not extend the offer."  Say what ya will about Reiner, but when he's in a kinda decent mood, he can be very polite, just like his mother.

He chuckles along with Taylor at her remarks following her figuring out he has a Marvel Scale Dragonair, but those who are perceptive enough would be able to tell that it's a little dryer than Taylor's chuckling was.  Mostly because Taylor doesn't know even half of what Reiner's just been through this week...for now, though, he just focuses on talking about the more positive comments, so Taylor probably won't notice.  "Not just ANY Dragonair, actually.  I'll tell you the story in a bit.  As for other monsters that I've got in my pocket...hehe, well, I've got plenty of surprises to choose from, I can tell you that much.  Various Dragons and Weavile are far from the only pokemon I have on hand these days."

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Now then, moving on to dealing with Hope being scared.

Reiner calmly kneels in front of Hope, looking her straight in the eyes.  "It's okay, Hope.  It's okay.  The scary Fairy isn't here right now, so he won't be using that move on you, alright?  Besides, if he did, I'd have to have some very stern words with Grandmommy since he's her pokemon, like I just did right now.  And I'm also sure the last thing Grandmommy wants to do is harm you.  There's no reason to panic.  Okay?"

A strong, calm demeanor should hopefully be reassuring for Hope that everything's alright.  I think.

Taylor graciously accepted your aid.....and then promptly fell forward to wrap you in a hug, arms wrapped behind your neck, her face pressed up against yours, and a tired yet somehow feisty smirk gracing her scarred facade.

"Appreciate...the....help.....partner."

She then plants a kiss on your check without warning, and lets out a wispy giggle as she stared at you with fae amusement and a little smoldering ember of passion.

"There...ya go. Some....sugar from me....for being so sweet. If that's not enough payment for ya.......well, I can always give you some more later."

Her tone was all too coy as she gave you a look and smile that you'd often seen on Felicia as she pursued Weavile/Melchior, and waggled her eyebrows. 

.....Welp, your 'trapped' now. Oh no......

As for your comments on Yang, she only shakes her head and chuckles before nodding. You were correct to assume she indeed did not pick up on the deeper implication of your laughter/commentary, in part due to the fact she was just too bloody tired to be Alert for subtext not of her own making. All she cared about was get some TLC for herself and her 'Mons, maybe some grub, and a place to hit the hay. Simple as that.

It should be noted that Taylor is and has been leaning on you for support ever since you picked her up - or more accurately cuddling you like a stuffed Ursaring. Time will tell whether or not she'll stop....

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Your steadfast reassurance was exactly what was needed, as the turbulent tyke soon stopped figiting anxiously/agitatively and leap right into your arms, snuggling into your chest and forcing Taylor to scooch over (Who's didn't mind one bit, and was viewing this all with nostalgic content).
Okay? It Okay? Okay, Okay! Daddy Protect Me From Scary Fairy Glarely Locky Wocky! Keep Me Safe, Keep Away Danger! Love Me Lots! I Love You Lots Too, Daddy! Love You, Love You!
Daw.......

Soon after 'saying' that, Hope suddenly let out a yawn, and her eyes began to drop.
Getting....Tired? Tired.....And Sleepy...... *Haaaaaa* Night Night, Daddy. See.....You.......Tomorrow. Love........You.........ZZzzzzzzzzzz
She fell asleep in your arms, a peaceful smile painted on a trusting, loving face. All the excitement since her hatching must have finally caught up with her. 

Your old partner couldn't help but say "Daw........so cute. Reminds me of when I was the one holding Lucy, and not the other way around. Heh.....Children really are something else, eh partner?"