#— ❛❛ // SCATHACH ¦ i dream of prairies and memories we’ll have・ 「 S+ SUP・JULIA ! 」

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🎄+ 💋 "If I told you the law said you have to kiss me, would you believe me?"

   Scathach is taken unaware when the sleeve of his shirt was softly pulled upon by his party partner. He stops his stride to address her with a questioning look, one she is keen to answer with a single finger pointed towards the ceiling. Instant recognition began to bloom in his mind when the green decoration caught his eye. It was a Christmas party after all, these things were practically staple events. Still, being the naïve man that he was, the thought of them being caught underneath one had never crossed his mind. He blushed in anticipation, understanding that if Julia had stopped him, than surely she too understood the meaning. “Would you look at that... We’re both under the mistletoe.”

   She takes his recognition with a delicate smile, the kind of smile that puts his every worry to rest easily. He nearly misses the joke that sheepishly escapes her lips, but he doesn’t... and he is glad for it. It is his turn to smile now, and to laugh with glee, something he rarely gets the chance to do. In this moment, he can only thank his lucky stars that he had decided to follow after Larcei to this place. One where Julia could smile and crack wise, and one where he could be by her side to laugh and enjoy life with her. 

   “I think if I got to kiss you, then I probably wouldn’t think about it too hard.” With that piece being said, Scathach was quick to bend down and take the opportunity that was so graciously given to him. A chaste peck was placed against her lips, and in those few moments... He could finally say he knew what happiness was like. 

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𝐃𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞 '𝐭𝐢𝐥 𝐲𝐨𝐮'𝐫𝐞 𝐝𝐞𝐚𝐝 -- 𝐒𝐂𝐀𝐓𝐇𝐀𝐂𝐇 & 𝐉𝐔𝐋𝐈𝐀

   The swordsman found himself speechless when his partner crossed the threshold into the ball. The regal dress Julia adorned made her beauty stand out even more so than usual. He could hardly help the slight flush that peppered his cheeks when she made her way closer to where he’d been idling alone prior. Her graceful walk and elegant appearance all reminded him that he was indeed going to a ball with the princess of Grannvale. Suddenly the thought of his nerves settling with her at his side seemed like a far cry from the truth.

   “Y-You look very stunning tonight, Julia!” He stuttered out finally, hoping the long silence wouldn’t seem too suspicious to his companion. Surely she would not take kindly to him practically ogling her appearance right in front of her. Hopefully, he too looked presentable enough to be by her side. A woman of her caliber ought to be surrounded by those equally as noble and stunning. He was none of these things, but he would certainly try his best for her and for himself as well.

   “I must admit to you, I’m feeling a little out of place here. Perhaps you could show me what I’m supposed to be doing?” He chuckled awkwardly, trying not to sound too confused but failing miserably. He had studied and tried so hard, but practice and the real deal were very different. Everyone around him seemed so in their element, even Julia seemed to be enjoying herself already. Was he really the only one incapable of participating in these high end noble gatherings? Well- Regardless of whether or not he couldn’t, he would have to try now that he was here.

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"Scathach?" Julia whispers, rushing past a group of students in the hallway. Her boots scuff against the ground as she chases after a face she would recognise anywhere. An old friend, familiar as breathing and one of her brother's most loyal allies. "Scathach, could you slow down a little, please?"

Julia's voice carries louder this time, now that she's so sure it really is him. Grasping at the stitch in her side, she finds herself smiling brightly in spite of the ache. How could she not, finding a precious friend here among the crowd.

"Heehee, I'm so happy to see you! It's been quite some time," with a wistful sigh, Julia stands straight again. Her grin is sheepish and embarrassed - she should probably work on her fitness. Still, it feels as if the sun is shining from Scathach's face when she drinks in his features. "Have you been keeping well? How lovely that we should meet here like this."

Quick side-steps and fast paced strides became the swordsman's rhythm as he weaved his way through the thick crowds of people. Being but a small cog in a giant rebellion had left him more than equipped to evade the attention of others to get where he needed to be. That being the arena where he'd promised to meet his twin sister, Larcei, over fifteen minutes ago. Knowing her as he did, he could practically hear her foot tapping impatiently against the stone beneath her feet. With that in mind, he quickened his pace, unable to hear the initial call of a distant friend.

Finally he was halted by the call of his name, soft yet assertive in a way he had only ever heard from one other before. Stopped in the sea of people around them, he turned to meet the glowing eyes of a friend from home. Julia stood before him, wincing slightly while clutching her side, he noticed, but positively glowing with joy nonetheless. That glow could have blinded any man, rendering them all awe struck in it's wake. It was not unlike that first smile she had cracked amongst his company, a memory he would not soon forget.

"Julia, I cannot believe my eyes! I was not aware you had joined us here at the monastery!" He vocalized his surprise at her presence, even though old friends did seem to become new ones in this place quite often. She was certainly a welcomed surprise to say the least, having her near always seemed to ease his troubles. Being one of the less rowdy members of their rag tag group, he was also relieved to have some quiet company again. "I've been well enough, though I can't say the same of you... You've been clutching your side for quite some time, are you alright?" He prodded, eyebrows raised inquisitively as he examined her with a piercing glance.

"My sister is expecting me, but I'm sure she'll understand this time... How about I take you somewhere to rest for now?"

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