[Game Thread] Lord Windos’ PokeRole Adventure 2: The Wild Lands

[PhantomUnderYourDesk]

Unless Acrowls himself finds out about this and requests an update/debriefing you're not required to keep your former Mentor up on your activities 24/7 any longer. THAT phase of your life and relationship with him is long behind you now, and he generally trusts in your ability to 'finding your own way' without causing too much trouble.

With recent events in mind, though...perhaps it would be for the best to come up with a good story. Or a good cover story, if you want to try and lie your way out if he ever realizes your involvement in things...

That's true, and Bernhard knows this - though he still keeps close ties with his former Mentor. Same with the Scholar, however briefly. His gratitude towards both, for having tutored him in Magics and the Scimitar way of life, for everything basically, knows no bounds. He makes sure to not bother them with anything deemed 'optimal' or 'unnecessary' however indeed, for they are even MORE busy than he himself is. The last time they spoke, via letter, was when Bernhard asked for an invitation to become a member of Hexnomicarna Odinium, as well as sharing the successful brewing of the Panacea... 

If you're curious to know - the Nurses would say that they found you in front of the Center, on a spot out of the water and rain after hearing what sounded like a little girl giggling outside....

We're being indeed curious about that - and those news cause Bern to turns as white as chalk. He can almost HEAR that giggle, it rings back in his ears. He remembers that  f o n d  farewell of that power, and how he reciprocated it... "I'm so sorry... What have I DONE...", he mutters to himself once being out of the nurse's earsight.

The very first thing Bernhard will do upon waking up - still in hospital though - is hugging Zephy. Hug her fondly like he hasn't done in....well, years, probably. "Zephy, my dear... Do tell me this: How. Are. You. Doing?" In a much more quiet voice: "Oh, how I missed you and your antics..." He almost lets out a sob. "We've got a lot to talk over. Like, a LOT. ...Later though, please."

Furthermore, once we got the attention of a Nurse we'll request to see Myra, Nirix and Spritzee. "....Please do tell me they'll be alright."

Zephy, who had just gotten up and let out a woozy *Mrrrr* , was in the middle of rubbing the sleep out of her eyes and saying "Ugh....why do I feel like I drank moonshine - " before letting out a 'MRREEEP!' at your sudden hug and overwrought state.

"Bwa-bwa-bwa Bern? What are you - ?* ...* Yes, ugh, I'm good enough. Don't wanna do anything requiring fine focus or try anything big or risky, but I'm fine and will be finer than wine later. *Pats you on the back with a soft smile* And so will you. There there, Erni....*Dizzy Spell* urp....BLARG!"

...Well, cleaning yourself off from the Mythical sick on you is as elegant of a way of getting your twos mind off this matter. For now. 

Your Mons are all in good health, though Exhausted due to losing most, if not ALL their Will - set their Will to 0 for the Day. You can still call upon their Power, but they're not going to be doing much outside of their Balls. Careful about overtaxing them or your Gauntlet too, needless to say but needs to be noted. 

Myra seemed especially concerned about you, nuzzling right into your side and letting out soothing rumbles. Spritze , however, seemed completely fine and unaffected by what happened - heck, they seem confused as to why everyone is in a funk if his blinking look is anything to go off on. Nirix just stand silent guard, watching over things and ready to Act despite their bone deep weariness .

Will set to zero for all of Bern's Mon, esxept Zephy who is at 4/5. Bern himself 2/5, good enough.

Just THIS time, we'll let Myra comfort us, return the trusty fox's affection by giving her headpats. She may even be able to spot the hint of a smile on her Master and Wielder. Nirix's silent guard is much appreciated, as used from the gracefull unicorn... While dear Spritzee being utterly and completely fine - it baffles Bernhard, very so. HOW that smol pink puffball able to be unaffected by what happened, he doesn't know, he cannot make heads nor tails out of this... But on the other hand, it's a Pokemon from you-know-whose personal kin of fairies after all...? He receives gentle strokes with Bernhard's gauntlet'ed hand, a much appreciating and PROUD look in his face. "And so was the premiere of channling your powers, dear one... Tell me, how did you enjoy it? Little could I expect for it to take such a turn.... However, I for my part.... Am looking forward for MORE to come. Yes, I indeed do.... Hehehe...~~" ...Let's ignore that mobird, almost deadly smile on Bern's face that flashes up for just a second.

We'll let Zephy sit on and curl up on our lap, giving her gentle and thankful pets every now and then. 

You're cleared to leave the Center anytime - and ready to put that behind you and get stuff done.

Well, before he can check any of that out, Seddi wants to get his scheduling straight.  He has two party members to talk to, and rather undefined periods of time to talk to them.  So let's see if we can sort one of those out with a message to Bernhard:

Got a more specific time that we can meet for our talk, Bernhard?  Trying to get my scheduling for the day in order.

Not until a good portion of the day has passed by indeed (no Minor or Bonus Encounters on this day, leaving me with two Moderate Encounters only) and Bernhard feels utterly refreshed and rested up, for until then he requests to stay at hospital. Just to make sure there are no suble aftereffects - well, bar feeling 'Joyfully Cursed'. Oof the irony of that wording.

And not until Bernhard has responded to all the texts he missed while being out and about, cue for our reading glasses and expensive-looking stylus (not the Astral Stone shaped like one)

The message the cowboy would receive reads as following:

Message #1

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Well, greetings to you, Seddi. Hope your day so far as been...alright with whatever the heck is happening lately.

Thank you for keeping me updated, and for coming back to me about meeting up to talk. Hmm, turns out my own plans for yesterday as well as today have been cancelled out and crossed by Fate~ and Fortune~ - no I don't owe you the details, or anyone basically, but it's been bad enough that it sent me straight to the emergency room of the local hospital. Where I'm still at, currently - apologies if these news cause you to worry for me, please don't. I'll be fine. ...Eventually. I guess.

Gladly I'll accept you as my guest for the sake of talk, tea, and exchanging insights and updates at my private room of Bayama's Magi Embassi - let's say at 6pm. Do forgive me for not being able to schedule you in earlier, well, certain circumstances prevent me from doing so. I'm residing at room #32, just knock and let me know it's you. Shall the receptionist ask your reasons for visiting the Embassi, tell them you are here per invitation of Bernhard Samsara; and they'll know.

...Muse will be present as well. I don't think I'll have to tell you that what we'll speak about shall be of UTMOST secrecy and discretion; for now. You are free to bring along your trusted Iron Leaves, and you have my genuine word that I will keep their existence a confidential information.

Until then, do take care.  Shall anything prevent you from meeting up tonight, do not hesitate to let me know.
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Furthermore... Morgana needs updates, he completely missed the scheduled meeting with her previous evening and night, oh no!~ With good reason so, but he still feels bad for this.

She'd receive TWO messages, one goes out before picking up on her having had to cancel plans herself. And it reads as following:

Message #2

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Morgana... Honey, love, my angel and fae lady.....

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. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . please allow me to be brief and straight to the point.

I need to see you. DESPERATELY SO. Yes, it is indeed URGENT, I'm sorry that this absolutely CANNOT wait. Please let me stay at your private place tonight and overnight, and I promise to properly explain things to you in the morning. You have my word on this. I promise to make up to you for any trouble and issues, double and triple so if you desire me to.

As for the 'why'....

. . . . .I messed up. BADLY SO. Black magic, your Spritzee's Spellbind, I summoned and created  SOMETHING, a most deadly spell, I set something loose that I probably should not have.... I'm so sorry. So, so sorry...

I LONG for your company and consolation. For YOU indeed. I need to learn more about this, a power, such might, such force... It called for me, I still hear it bidding a fond farewell to me as it left me, and I could not help but to return that farewell.... It was way too much for me to take, it must have left a mark on me indeed, it sent me straight to the hospital's emergency room, all my trusted magical companions as well as me close to  d e a t h ...

Please let me know as soon as possible, and come pick me up at my room at the Magi Embassy once night falls. Again, I PROMISE to explain things to you alongside tea and breakfast.
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As stated, Bernhard had sent the upper message to her BEFORE having picked up on her response over something 'revelatory' came up on her end that lead to her having to cancel the actual nighttime-rondevous business meeting of yesterday. Those news of her being in a mood are what spike his curiosity and interest - Who- or whatever it was that caused that mood, it better have a decent burial insurance. And not value its life nor soul all too much. Bernhard's not quite sure whether he EVER experienced Morgana out of all people(!!!11!) angry and furious. ...And quite honestly, he'd rather NOT experience it. E V E R .

A deep sigh escapes him, and he's feeling mildly ashamed that he was indeed...looking forward to that? Sorta?? Damn, Bern, stop blushing and making a fool of yourself. Go type a response to Morgana, right away, go for it!! Be charming~, be a gentleman, show that you're worthy of her, show that you care for her like any lover would to another, forbidden and twisted as that love may be.

Message #3

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Furthermore, my dear lady....

I, uhm....

. . . . . .wanted to ask whether you, perhaps and mayhaps, would want to, well...~ ...Stroll through and visit Bahama's festival with me tomorrow? A calm day of peace and quiet would be more up my alley, indeed it would be, but I do believe that YOU would enjoy the festivities...? And if it's for you~, I'll more than gladly indulge in said festivities. ♡⌒ヽ(*'､^*)

No I don't care whether anyone would see us together. Who can be blamed for some shared joy, glee and celebration? Yes I'll make sure that dear Zephy won't ruin the mood. Unless your playful ire with my mythic partner can also be called 'fun', that it.

Please do let me know as soon as possible, I shall look forward~ to hear back from you.
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That should be all for now! @Lord Windos, if it's no trouble for you, can you give me responses from Spritzee and Morgana first before I'll start my Encounter with the fox-lizard-creature please? Since I'll only have two Moderate Encounters this day, let's take things one step at a time!