#⛴ A ᴠᴏɪᴄᴇ ᴛʜᴀᴛ ᴡɪᴛʜsᴛᴀɴᴅs ᴛʜᴇ ᴡɪɴᴅ ﹙ɪᴄ﹚

[starlixir]

❝My apologies for zomin' out like that. I'm just worried for my brother is all. Can ya repeat that?❞

The words is rushed together. As if she's trying to get her point across.

Then again, this is the same woman who is battling the concern within her as well as the helplessness she felt. Glances being thrown in the direction of the small shack of Shady Belle, housing her injured brother. She didn't dare go anywhere near, hating that she may never leave his side if she stuck around enough. And yet she felt herself worried about that she might be abandoning him.

[sailingtempest]

❝Catch me!❞

And she is doing the trust fall.

[seaofbeachystars]

{Starter from s.c. for: @ofkcrctur}

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❝Would a song of your choice help ease whatever trouble off your mind?❞

Although the soft voice carried over, Alfira moved to sit herself across from Jack. Her lute being set gently in her lap, ready to be picked up again and played. If the option has been chosen. Despite some who has been up, exchanging words with one another, everyone has retired back to their tents or wherever they had slept. Not Alfira. Apparently not this man either.

From what she could see from the distance, something is troubling him. Or perhaps it's the trick of the eyes. Maybe he is just thinking and she came to intrude on his peaceful moments.

An apologetic smile tugged at her lips.

❝My apologies for interrupting you if you were in deep thought. You looked troubled with whatever worries and thoughts plagued your mind. Maybe it's a long day for you, correct?❞

[tidalsoul]

{Starter from s.c. for: @alaikhadal}

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A series of tongue clicking from Firtha. A warning before she slipped quietly next to the other. A way to signal that she had approached. Otherwise, she would have startled someone. Despite her hands folding behind her back, she held a steady gaze to the scene before her.

❝When will people learn that sticking their nose in someone else's business will result in more trouble than what it is worth?❞ And one that could also be pointed towards her as well. Curiosity sometimes got the better of her and she stuck her nose into business where she didn't belong. Trouble came knocking. In the end, she always managed to get out of it. Even then, the question still being asked. Seeing how two men bickering at each other, eager to start some kind of fight. Nobody batting an eye in their direction with an exception of steering away or stopping and seeing what will occur next. The hunger and the eagerness for something exciting can be seen in their eyes, even from where Firtha stood.

❝Do you know what made them start arguing? Or should I keep myself from asking? Ah, my apologies for intruding.❞

[starlixir]

There's a gentle squeeze from Nova. Not too hard or too firm to cause any pains or aches. Just enough to reassure him in any way. The doubt within his voice being noted.

❝You don't need to listen to them if it means pushing yourself into an uncomfortable situation. Perhaps you aren't the type to like to socialize and not everyone can be like that. Be friendly and outgoing.❞ Once upon a time, Nova used to be like that. Not socializing much and being quiet. Even now, she seemed a bit awkward in interacting with others.

❝Not exactly the same as you, but they always told me to speak louder. To put myself out there and not be quiet all the time. While I'm far from that nowadays, I'm still a bit awkward. So, I completely understand. Weeelllll, not completely, but ya get the picture.❞

Jin tried to focus solely on her face, forcing his gaze away from the crowd behind them .He didn't wish to catch a glimpse of their judgmental glances as he awkwardly learned to dance — he was already battling his own struggle to fit in, to be normal.

Which made him ponder about her. Watching her face, he noted her beauty, yet she also appeared strong. He wondered if, beyond her unfamiliarity with dancing, she also struggled with normalcy as he did.

❝ I would hope this would be less embarrassing . . . ❞ he murmured, though doubt had already crept into his voice. ❝ People say I stand around too much. They say I need to socialize more. ❞ He gave a faint shrug, despite her hand resting on his shoulder.

❝ Has anyone ever said the same to you ? ❞

[scientificcurixsity]

❝There's a floating DNA in the deep sea.❞

He's talking about the helicosalpa virgula.

Is he excited about learning a species of the ocean? Perhaps.

[starlixir]

{Starter from s.c. for: @asangel}

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There's a slight struggle as Nova balanced herself on her tiptoes. Her neck stretching a bit to place a gentle yet brief kiss right on the cheek. And right back flat on her feet with her arms crossing behind her back.

[sailingtempest]

{Starter from s.c. for: @triggerbigger}

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❝Soooo, how was your day going?❞ An awkward smile tugging at the corner of Teresa's lips. One hand gently in the feathers of an emu and the other hand holding a milkshake. One of the few times she will ever drink something like this. Her gaze settling onto the unfamiliar face, not expecting anyone to turn around the corner and see her trying to get the big bird back into the building.

It's not that she stole the bird or anything, though it may come off as such. It's more along the lines the emu decided to escape, but would anyone believe her if she explained that?

Even more that these are one of the few times she managed to come back to Earth. It so happened to be the day things turned sideways for her.

[starlixir]

❝Sure thing, sir! Let's go ask that lovely lady over there to make ya burger! What do ya want on it? Onions, pickles, tomatoes? Perhaps even ketchup?❞

"I don't want my burger to be made by five guys. I want it to be made by a beautiful woman."

[tidalsoul]

{Starter from s.c. for: @jfouler}

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❝Hey, sir! Sir! S i r!❞

And pops goes Firtha, appearing right in front of the other. Lips pulled upwards into a large grin, though there is some sort of pleading within her eyes. Well, one for the question ready to fumble out her mouth clumsily. It's not often she approached strangers. Let alone asking for favors.

❝Can I ask you something real quick? Are you able to be buddies with me to go through the aquarium over there? Apparently, they having a deal if you go with friends and I don't exactly have anyone to go with. Most of my friends are busy. You don't have to stick around afterwards. Just get in and leave afterwards!❞ Despite the small chatty she must have done, she had nudged her chin in the direction of a nautical-themed building.

She could pay full price, but what's the fun in that?

Plus, she wanted to see fishes. Yeah, she could go back to the waters. At the same time, she wanted to know what kind of fishes humans kept. Perhaps they held ones she never seen before outside of her home. Maybe get a gift or two and show it off to her brother, who probably will laugh in her face about how ridiculous the items were from the giftshop.

[starlixir]

{Continuing from (x) for: @ofspvrta}

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The burning concern of being overly talkative settling at the bottom of her stomach is ignored. Well, as best as she could. It's always those moments if she's being too much with rambling and being quiet coming to haunt her. Despite the thoughts being pushed to the back of her mind, her gaze slid over to what the other woman is doing.

A map? What kind of map?

The burning question is also being pushed away, not wanting to intrude on what the other is doing, especially if it means losing the focus. Instead, she cleared her throat. Her gaze going elsewhere, looking at the nearest wall. Worn from the years of the environment beating at it (the sun, the winds, even the battles that could have taken place here).

❝Two lives actually. I'm tryin' to make the most out of this second one. But.....it seems hard to reach out.❞

[starlixir]

❝I like a little mystery here and there, but not in this case. Tell me, what's on your mind?❞

"Why? I guess it shall remain a mystery, now and forever more..."

[sailingtempest]

{Starter from s.c. for: @dalishborne}

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❝I'm not much of a make-up person, you know. It doesn't mean I can't do it every now and then, make myself look pretty for a special occasion. Say, where are we going again? I know Josephine mentioned something about a party.❞

Teresa didn't seem to pay much attention to any reaction or looks being given to her. Then again, she's too busy staring at herself in the mirror. The cold blade of the knife pressed against her upper cheek to help her line up to do an eyeliner. A perfect one, given her hands weren't always steady outside of fighting.

[tidalsoul]

{Starter from s.c. for: @oddliestoo}

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❝Eh.....so.....what do you usually do for fun? Since we are here for quite a while.❞

In other words, what is entertaining to a human? Let alone one that looks as young as this one.

With the storm brewing outside, ensuring no one could get out without fearing for their lives, the two - and a bunch of others were locked inside. It's nerve-wrecking, given she is used to such storms. This nothing compare to ones out at sea where the waves had the potential to not only be rough, but to be high as well, dragging you down to its depths. Even sirens themselves could be put in danger if they aren't careful. Regardless, Firtha kept put and refuse to be that one crazy person who walked out.

And without much else to entertain her, she could only think of a conversation to the person next to her.

[starlixir]

❝Well, I'm different than them. No matter what I do, I seem to be failin' and hate to disappoint people by not being this cool and badass hero. I don't even consider myself as a hero. I like helpin' people. I like giving positivity and kindness to the world, but a hero? Out of my league.❞ Maybe she never saw herself as this epic person who can do such amazing things like how she hears in songs or read in those books she always carry. Perhaps it's her mind telling her otherwise. Regardless, Nova couldn't picture herself as this hero. A lovely person at best who will use her powers to help in the end, but nothing more. No one will spin an epic tale of her, no matter how much she thought about it.

❝You're right. Anyone can change the world. I do want to change the world for the better, but to know my name will go down in history and be remembered for centuries? I can't picture myself like that. It doesn't mean I'm not going to keep tryin'❞

Adam grinned slightly at her hesitancy. "Well, think about it. What sort of Hero in an epic tale thinks they're good enough for the job fate gives them?" He said with a raised eyebrow and sporting a sly smirk. Of course the bard was going to start spouting off epic tales now. "The answer is none, not until they get to their turning point at least where they see that they do in fact have the power to do so."

"And let me tell you Nova, for half of those stories, the point is that anyone can change the world around them if they try." He seemed quite confident that they would all actually achieve their goal together. Whether it was just foolishness or not, who could say? "Though of course." Adam said as he stood up before kneeling before her and producing a flower with a flourish. "Not without a bit of magic and luck." He finished with a wink up at her.

[starlixir]

{Continuing from (x) for: @melpcmene }

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When there's a huff from John, there's a huff mirroring from Nova. A slight pout forming on her face with what seems a stubborn determination set in those eyes of hers. Her hands moved without warning and snatched the hat off of his head, though she is careful not to toss it to the side. Hats meant a lot to folks around these places. Instead, she placed it far from his reach.

❝It doesn't matter if ya have to stick under your hat and move on with your day. Perhaps with someone else, they might not bother as much. Around me, I'm not letting this slide. So, sit.❞