Chance, Luck, Fate?

Harmony echoes in your mind as you sing to Velcora Lunarose, Visionary Polymath, "Love, are you waking?"

Velcora's melodic voice sings into your mind, "Hello dearest one."

You begin murmuring the names of the sefira in the Tree of Life. Eyes half-closed, you find the true name of Velcora and whisper it softly.

Your teleport fails as your target is no longer there.
You blink.

Velcora's melodic voice sings into your mind, "I'll hold still."

You begin murmuring the names of the sefira in the Tree of Life. Eyes half-closed, you find the true name of Velcora and whisper it softly.
You have recovered equilibrium.

Domothean energies surge around your figure as you step forwards into the Tree itself and through Kether into another location.

Fireweed promenade.
Wisps of velvety indigo fog blanket the ground, ebbing into the area from a healing shrine of Drocilla nearby. The corrosiveness of the taint sickens the land. Large, heavy raindrops splash upon the ground. The path from the south forks into two branches, which curve and meet again in a great circular promenade. A nacreous gleam shimmers over the walk, as light diffusing through the shallow waters glints off a pavement of seashell shards. The path encloses a gentle upswell of the sea bed on which a coral swing, shabby and slumping, glides slowly back and forth in the chilly currents. Garden beds red with fireweed surround the external edges of the path, stretching out into a red vista in every direction. Tangled by a thicket of yellow fronds in this overgrown garden, a wild fireweed blossom quietly blooms here. There are 2 rainbow parrotfish here. A purple spotted, sleek pony with a silky tail stands here quietly. Velcora Lunarose, Visionary Polymath with a Pilgrim face stands surrounded by a wild fragrance, flickering images of wildflowers shimmering about their body. They wield a nature talisman in their left hand.
You see exits leading north, east, southeast, south, southwest, and west.

Velcora smiles softly.
Velcora Lunarose, Visionary Polymath says, "Hello darling."

You give Velcora a peck on the cheek.
You begin to follow Velcora.

Velcora Lunarose, Visionary Polymath says, "I...I'm not very good at puzzles."
Velcora creases their brow in a frown.

In a warbling chirp, you say, "Mm?"

Velcora Lunarose, Visionary Polymath says, "Trying to get poison from this garden."
Velcora grins sheepishly, a faint blush in their cheeks.

You follow Velcora Lunarose, Visionary Polymath north to coral staircase rising to the surface.

You ponder the situation.

You follow Velcora Lunarose, Visionary Polymath south to fireweed promenade.
You follow Velcora Lunarose, Visionary Polymath south to pearly path among the fireweed beds.
You follow Velcora Lunarose, Visionary Polymath south to north archway to the fireweed gardens.
You follow Velcora Lunarose, Visionary Polymath west to western parterre of the fireweed gardens.
As Velcora pulls on a wild fireweed blossom, the Gloves of the Firetender absorb the prickling sting of the yellow fronds as the flower responds to their touch.
Freed from the tangle of ferns, a wild fireweed blossom bursts forth from the yellow fronds of seaweed to bloom proudly, tinting the sea with a red, sanguine hue.

Velcora gives a pained sigh.

You follow Velcora Lunarose, Visionary Polymath south to fireweed promenade.
You follow Velcora Lunarose, Visionary Polymath south to pearly path among the fireweed beds.

In a warbling chirp, you say, "Are you helping the kelpies? Or?"

"Uhh..." stalls Velcora.
Velcora glances askance.

In a warbling chirp, you say, "... ah."

You give Velcora a peck on the cheek.
You give a pained sigh.

Velcora Lunarose, Visionary Polymath says, "I thought I'd give the other side a chance."
Velcora creases their brow in a frown.
Velcora Lunarose, Visionary Polymath says, "Nearly done I THINK."

Gently, you say, "Alright."

Velcora Lunarose, Visionary Polymath says, "If I can ever figure out this garden."
Velcora Lunarose, Visionary Polymath says, "But."
Velcora Lunarose, Visionary Polymath says, "Its not important."
Velcora Lunarose, Visionary Polymath says, "Shall I...show you my painting?"
Velcora sweats profusely and wrings their hands nervously.

You blink.

In a warbling chirp, you say, "Ah, we can finish this first, if you want?"

Velcora Lunarose, Visionary Polymath says, "Are you willing to help even though its...kind of not very nice...?"
Velcora grins sheepishly, a faint blush in their cheeks.

You follow Velcora Lunarose, Visionary Polymath north to fireweed promenade.
You follow Velcora Lunarose, Visionary Polymath north to coral staircase rising to the surface.

You glance askance.

Velcora creases their brow in a frown.

With a sigh, you say, "I will help you, and you only, love."

You follow Velcora Lunarose, Visionary Polymath north to coral staircase rising to the surface.
You give Velcora a peck on the cheek.

Velcora's mouth turns up as their face breaks into a smile.
Velcora shuffles over to you and shyly takes your hand in their own.

In a warbling chirp, you say, "What do need now?"

Velcora Lunarose, Visionary Polymath says, "I have to get all the blossoms open."
Velcora Lunarose, Visionary Polymath says, "I got them all closed before...thought they were open."
Velcora Lunarose, Visionary Polymath says, "Opening one closes those next to it, and vice versa."
Velcora Lunarose, Visionary Polymath says, "This panel shows."
Velcora Lunarose, Visionary Polymath says, "But its really ok if you'd rather not."

You glance askance.
Softer, you say, "I do not like the nerieds muchly, no."

Velcora Lunarose, Visionary Polymath says, "Let's leave this garden behind."

You smile softly at Velcora.

Velcora touches their fingertips to their hand, illuminating the temporal tattoo upon it. The air beside them warps, as a clock-like portal manifests.

You follow Velcora Lunarose, Visionary Polymath to A Quiet Garden.
You follow Velcora Lunarose, Visionary Polymath south to A Peaceful Pond with Marshy Banks.

You give Velcora a peck on the cheek.

Velcora swims to the bottom of the pond and pushes aside the giant clamshell.

You follow Velcora Lunarose, Visionary Polymath down to A Beatiful Underwater Haven.

Velcora gives you a peck on the cheek.

A Beatiful Underwater Haven.                           (#FOX_17)
A comforting feeling of privacy pervades the area. A secret path, hidden under a giant clamshell, leads from the pond above down into this lovely, private space. This beautiful underwater haven is filled with colourful corals, long underwater plants, and bioluminescent algaes and other creatures. There is a big bed of soft underwater mosses, and little underwater flowers sway in the gentle currents. A shimmering blue circle floats in the room here. Muginn, the ghost-feathered magpie perches here with a mischievous glint in his eye. Velcora Lunarose, Visionary Polymath with a Pilgrim face stands surrounded by a wild fragrance, flickering images of wildflowers shimmering about their body. They wield a nature talisman in their left hand.
You see a single exit leading up.

Velcora sweats profusely and wrings their hands nervously.
Velcora Lunarose, Visionary Polymath says, "I made a painting for you."
Velcora takes a painting of Chance, Luck, Fate? from a fesix bag of carrying.

You have emoted: Cheliyi settles beside Velcora comfortably. "Ah, right."

"Ummmm," Velcora says uncertainly.

Velcora Lunarose, Visionary Polymath says, "One moment."

You tilt your head curiously at Velcora.

Velcora Lunarose, Visionary Polymath has lost you.

Swaying and bending, Velcora departs to the up, awash in a sweet, luscious scent of ripe fruit.

A wry smile spreads across your face.

Awash in the sweet, luscious scent of ripe fruit, Velcora enters languidly from the up.

You think to yourself: Why are they so nervous?

---> look Velcora

They are a verdant wildewood fragrant demigod changeling, with orangey brown bark. They have a carved face whose expression is happy, friendly, and also wise. Their leaves are emerald green, with hints of blue. Their skin shimmers faintly from a thin application of oil and smells faintly of sandalwood, woody and fresh. A lush fragrance dances about them as they stands awash in the wild, prismatic colours of a truefavour from Maylea, Bloom of Serenity.
Their hair is worn in long, neat ringlets, a lush, beautiful auburn in hue. Tightly-wound curls fall artfully down their back, while a slender, single ring uncurls at their forehead, glossy and bespeaking both style and grace.
They are wearing:
an ethereal bluebell earring through their right eyebrow
a translucent crystal bindi
a dazzling petal cloak
a whimsical bandolier with ten curvy straws
a water lily stud through their left ear
a dangling paintbrush earring through their right ear
a Golden Crown of the Watcher
a foxy fox hair pin
clear quartz prayer beads
a twinkling moonhart nut stud through their right ear
a pair of thin spectacles
a bracelet of the master tailor
a clay bracelet
a floral watch with a seedling second hand
midnight blue dress pants with silver floral embroidery
a wild artist coat wrapped around her trunk
a blanket of waterlilies
an alluring bromeliad flower
Gloves of the Firetender
the Flame of dae'Seren

Warmly, you say, "So what did want to show me?"

Striking wood notes accented with a bright, fresh fragrance drift on the breeze away from Velcora.

Velcora Lunarose, Visionary Polymath says, "I wanted to hang it here, but apparently I can't."
Velcora giggles and blushes a deep shade of red.

A wry smile spreads across your face.

Velcora gives a painting of Chance, Luck, Fate? to you.

In a warbling chirp, you say, "Well, it is under waters."

Velcora Lunarose, Visionary Polymath says, "Yes, probably not good for the paint."

You have emoted: Cheliyi takes the painting gently, canting her head curiously.

Velcora sweats profusely and wrings their hands nervously.

---> look painting

The scene is clearly within a cave, one that is dominated by an
enormous, eye-catching disc. Whirling patterns of gaudy, brilliant gold
lace over half of the surface of this wheel, twining in amidst crimson
and saffron hues. Flames emerge amidst the chaotic patterns, swirling
together with a wash of vividly yellow sands. Contrasting and balancing
the bold patterns, the far side is stately grey and blue crystal in
subtle mandalas and fractal forms: amidst these, equations emerge,
flickering in motes of silvery essence. The wheel is held in the embrace
of a shrouded figure molded from polished stone and steel. Veils and
wrappings unfold around the far side of the expanse, forming the frame:
one skeletal hand points downwards, providing a morbid selector for the
spinning contraption. On one end of the cave, stands a calm, beautiful,
axolotl mugwump, whose mauve frills seem almost to be gently undulating.
A fox furrikin stands at the other end of the cave, paw reaching towards
the bizarre wheel, but seems to be arrested in place, eyes fixed upon
the other figure. A fickle finger of fate is peeking out of the pocket
of her gown, and in another part of the cave, a set of dice has been
carelessly left on the floor. A tarot peeks out from under the fox's
boot. Something sparkles over the wheel. It could be the telltale
shimmer of illusion magic, or the twinkling motes of dreams, or
something else. In the painting, there is something not quite right
about the center of the wheel. Where all the lines converge, a small box
has been painted that seems out of place. A closer inspection reveals a
secret chamber in the canvas behind this box, holding an identical ring
box.

Velcora takes a deep breath and relaxes. Their face is filled with a serene smile.

You have emoted: Cheliyi inspects the painting in silence, blinking slowly.
Confused, you say, "Is.. is there something inside the painting?"

Velcora Lunarose, Visionary Polymath says, "It.. 's about the first time we met. Or..maybe the first time we really spoke."
Velcora Lunarose, Visionary Polymath says, "There is."

You blink.

Velcora swallows but she is still smiling.

Her expression suddenly softening, you say, "That was, wasn't it?"

Smiling, Velcora Lunarose, Visionary Polymath says, "You remember too?"

Velcora Lunarose, Visionary Polymath says, "I added some fictional touches that have to do with the theme."
Velcora Lunarose, Visionary Polymath says, "You probably noticed."
Velcora blushes furiously.

You have emoted: Cheliyi glances aside at Velcora, her smile soft and adoring. "Mhm."

Velcora Lunarose, Visionary Polymath says, "The world we live in is very strange."

You think to yourself: **a swell of warmth in your heart, what a beautiful painting...**.

Velcora Lunarose, Visionary Polymath says, "We've actually met the Fates, but there is luck too. They don't decide everything."
Velcora Lunarose, Visionary Polymath says, "I don't know if it was luck or fate...meeting you...falling in love..."

You have emoted: Cheliyi's finger traces the furrikin in the painting, before her gaze lingers on Velcora once more. Then, she flips the painting over, running her hand over the box as she listens.

Velcora Lunarose, Visionary Polymath says, "But either way I'm the luckiest being in the world."
Velcora Lunarose, Visionary Polymath says, "And um..."

You think to yourself: **a sudden lump in your throat, no, it can't be...**.

Velcora Lunarose, Visionary Polymath says, "Here let me help you with that."

Eyes wide, you give a painting of Chance, Luck, Fate? to Velcora Lunarose, Visionary Polymath.

Velcora carefully opens the secret compartment.
Velcora removes a water lily ring box.
Velcora Lunarose, Visionary Polymath says, "I made this for you too."
Velcora gives a water lily ring box to you.

In a warbling chirp, you whisper, "You did, yes."

Blushing a bit sheepishly, Velcora Lunarose, Visionary Polymath says, "I like making things."

You have emoted: Cheliyi looks at the box with an aura of wonder, casting another glance to Velcora. "Love... is this... are you..?"

You open a water lily ring box.

---> look box

This ring box is small and simple, but very prettily crafted. It is
carved from wood, with rounded corners and unassuming bronze hinges. The
box is blue, and the lid of the box has a green lilypad on top, with a
white lily on top of that, all carved from wood. The center of the lily
holds a pearl. The inside of the box is padded with velvet cloth, a very
pale pink in hue.
It has 26 months of usefulness left.
It weighs about 2 pounds and 0 ounce(s).
The beauteous craftsmanship of Velcora Lunarose, Visionary Polymath radiates throughout it.
A water lily ring box is holding:
"ring173064"                  a fox and axolotl engagement ring
1 items found.
It has the following aliases: box.

Velcora can't help smiling very wide.
Velcora Lunarose, Visionary Polymath says, "Actually maybe you should hand that back to me so I can offer it to you...properly?"
Velcora blushes furiously.

You have emoted: Cheliyi's eyes fill with tears, a wide smile slipping onto her face.

You give a water lily ring box to Velcora Lunarose, Visionary Polymath.

Velcora swallows again, nervous but happy. Her leaves rustle as she takes the ring from the box.

You think to yourself: **ohmygodsyou'regonnacry**.

Velcora takes a fox and axolotl engagement ring from a water lily ring box.
Velcora Lunarose, Visionary Polymath says, "Cheliyi Skydrifter..."
Velcora Lunarose, Visionary Polymath says, "I love you."

Velcora gets down on one knee and, while holding forth a fox and axolotl engagement ring, declares their eternal love for you, and asks you to marry them. Type AGREE if you will agree to marry them.
If you accept this proposal, you will lose your family name when you are married.

You joyfully accept Velcora's proposal of marriage, and their gift of a fox and axolotl engagement ring.
Note: Once you are married you will lose your family name.

Tears fill Velcora's eyes and begin to slowly run down their face.

Velcora embraces you with great ardour.
Velcora's branches fold around you, leaves rustling gently against you, flowers blooming rapidly.
Velcora gives a brilliant white rose to you.

You have emoted: Tears begin streaming down Cheliyi's face, the trill letting out a joyous warble as she practically leaps to Velcora to embrace them tightly. "Of course of course of course- love -of course- I love you and want to marry you-" she hiccups, clinging to the wildewood tightly.

Velcora Lunarose, Visionary Polymath whispers, "I love you so much."

You think to yourself: **utter love and adoration flooding your senses til you're dizzy, oh you would move mountains for them-**.

You have emoted: Cheliyi inhales shakily, before putting on a fox and axolotl engagement ring as quickly as she can and holding it out.

---> look ring

This flawless band of platinum and gold glows and sparkles, shimmering
with loveliness. Upon its smooth surface is etched imagery of a
beautiful fox furrikin holding hands with a gorgeous axolotl mugwump.
Etched on the interior of the band are other figures, including a moth
kephera whose smile looks suspiciously similar to that of the mugwump,
and a whole host of other figures all wearing the same flowery gown as
the fox furrikin. Also featured on the outside of the ring are etchings
of a ghost-feathered magpie and a fox with a garland of wildflowers. The
design of the ring is thus simple, but layered with images and meaning,
much like love is. The ring has a slight depth around its edge, just
barely wide enough for the minuscule flower, cake, and wave imagery
embossed there.

You slip into a fox and axolotl engagement ring.
You giggle happily.

Velcora's branches tremble as she shakes with happiness, flower petals loosening from her branches and swirling around the waters of the underwater haven.

Velcora Lunarose, Visionary Polymath says, "It looks perfect on you."
Velcora Lunarose, Visionary Polymath says, "Must have been a good jeweller."

You kiss Velcora passionately.

Velcora kisses you passionately.

You give a trillingly melodic laugh.

Velcora Lunarose, Visionary Polymath thinks to themself: Oh Cheliyi.

A single teardrop coalesces in the corner of Velcora's eyes.

Joyously tearful, you say, "Clearly only the finest, yes."

Velcora giggles tearfully.
Velcora Lunarose, Visionary Polymath says, "Oh! You can keep the box. And painting."
Velcora gives a water lily ring box to you.
Velcora gives a painting of Chance, Luck, Fate? to you.

You give a trillingly melodic laugh.
You hug Velcora compassionately.

Velcora Lunarose, Visionary Polymath says, "We could hang it somewhere if you want, or..."
Velcora hugs you compassionately.
Velcora Lunarose, Visionary Polymath says, "I'm so happy."
Velcora utters a deep, rumbling laugh.

A wry smile spreads across your face.

With a mischievous grin, you say, "Wanna tell my parents?"

"Ummmm," Velcora says uncertainly.
Velcora Lunarose, Visionary Polymath says, "Yes."
Velcora sweats profusely and wrings their hands nervously.
Velcora begins to follow you.

You give Velcora a peck on the cheek.
Velcora follows you up.

A Peaceful Pond with Marshy Banks.                     (#FOX_16)
The fruit trees to the north give way to a marshy area here, populated by high grasses, swaying reeds, and the sounds of frogs singing. A few flowers lend other colors to the setting, but the main jewel is the sparkling blue-green surface of the pond that is the centerpiece of this area. Waterliles and their pads, along with the occasional waterfowl, dot the water, and more reeds poke out within its edges. Under the surface, colorful koi swim serenely. A large clamshell sits on the floor of the pond.
You see a single exit leading north.
There is no exit in that direction.

Uncertainly, Velcora Lunarose, Visionary Polymath says, "Should we invite them over here?"
You ponder the situation.

Velcora Lunarose, Visionary Polymath says, "Or we can go...wherever they are?"
Velcora follows you east.
Velcora Lunarose, Visionary Polymath says, "None of my family is awake."
Velcora Lunarose, Visionary Polymath says, "Other than you, I mean."

You ponder the situation.

Velcora's mouth turns up as their face breaks into a smile.
Velcora inches bashfully over to you and nuzzles you tenderly.
Velcora hugs Muginn, the ghost-feathered magpie compassionately.
Muginn glances at Velcora warily, before nodding once in approval.

Velcora drops Flapjack the fox.

Flapjack the fox sips cognac happily from a small glass.

Flapjack the fox says, "Congrats."

Harmony echoes in your mind as you sing to Herald Gurashi Skydrifter, Confidant in Saffron, "**a sense of utter joy filters across the aethers** ah, uh. Dad! So, about the paintings..."

Flapjack the fox gives a soft mint coin to you.

Gurashi's melodic voice sings into your mind, "*curiosity* Oh - the painting??"

You smile wryly at Flapjack the fox.

Flapjack the fox beams broadly.

(Celest): You say, "Does anyone have any objections if I bring Velcora into the city, yes? Will be accompanying them, yes."
(Celest): Gurashi (from the Prime Material Plane) says, "I have no oppositions."
(Celest): Yinuish (from the Prime Material Plane) says, "I do not."

You portal to the Aetherplex Chamber.
Velcora follows you ether.

(Celest): You say, "Ah okay, entering the city now."

You give Velcora a peck on the cheek.

Velcora shuffles over to you and shyly takes your hand in their own.

In a warbling chirp, you say, "We are going to Celest."
You begin murmuring the names of the sefira in the Tree of Life. Eyes half-closed, you find the true name of Gurashi and whisper it softly.

Domothean energies surge around your figure as you step forwards into the Tree itself and through Kether into another location.
Velcora follows you ether.

At the park gazebo.
Pale, watery light floats away from a shield shrine of Carakhan nearby. This location is flooded with shallow, crystal clear water. This cheerful, open hut is surrounded by a lovely patch of soft green grass and looks to be the ideal place for small gatherings. The floor is raised a foot or so above the ground, and a small pointed roof protects occupants from the elements. While the structure is quite open, with only a few poles as walls, the lower section of the gazebo consists of a sturdy and decorative banister, no doubt for safety reasons. Its tiny face serene, a diamond angel slumbers peacefully atop of a curled scroll that rests within the cherub's embrace. Completely motionless, a slender leothin intently surveys its surroundings. Herald Gurashi Skydrifter, Confidant in Saffron with a Regal face shifts and blurs, their figure cast into uncertainty by the enveloping Presence that lingers large, unseen, and heavy about their form. They wield a vibrant mandolin of songbirds and stars in their left hand and a peacock psalterium lyre in their right hand. Calioliahali Skydrifter looms here, lingering with an unsettling aura of strict severity. She wields a severe steel arming sword in her left hand and a severe steel shortsword in her right hand.
You see exits leading west and northwest.

Velcora Lunarose, Visionary Polymath says, "Ok. You won't let them murder me."

Warmly, Herald Gurashi Skydrifter, Confidant in Saffron says to Calioliahali, "I loves you too."
Gurashi blinks.

You grin mischievously at Velcora.

"Ummmm," Velcora says uncertainly.

With a gentle, euphonic lilt, Herald Gurashi Skydrifter, Confidant in Saffron says to Velcora, "Murder! Not this time. Not without cause!"

Velcora blushes furiously.

Gurashi looks at Velcora hopefully.
Gurashi looks at you hopefully.

Velcora's mouth turns up as their face breaks into a smile.

Calioliahali's steel blue gaze drifts toward you, her expression brightening, and then she looks toward Velcora, offering them a polite smile.

You have emoted: Cheliyi visibly suppresses a laugh, giving Velcora's hand a gentle squeeze. "So, ah, uh."

Gurashi tilts their head and listens intently to you.

Velcora Lunarose, Visionary Polymath says, "Uh, well."

You have emoted: Cheliyi raises her hand, which has a ring on it.
You have emoted: Cheliyi absolutely beams.

Gurashi's eyes widen as they stare at you.

Velcora Lunarose, Visionary Polymath says, "We're um."
Smiling, Velcora Lunarose, Visionary Polymath says, "Engaged."

Gurashi's mouth forms a little 'o' of surprise. "You are ENGAGED!" They cry out suddenly, pointing, their tail wagging a mile a minute as they leap to their hooved feet.

Velcora beams broadly.

Gurashi vaults forward, throwing their arms around you, squishing the tiny trill to themselves. "Congratulations! Ahhh!" They look up at Velcora, boggling. "Did you asks!? Ahhhhh!!"

Happy tears are streaming down Velcora's bark.
Velcora Lunarose, Visionary Polymath says, "I did."

Calioliahali remains seated for a long moment, black lips twitching at the corners, and then she rises as well, approaching you alongside Gurashi.

Bouncing up and down in a circle with Cheliyi in their arms, Herald Gurashi Skydrifter, Confidant in Saffron says, "Oh my goodness oh my goodness oh my goodness oh my goodness--."

Velcora utters a deep, rumbling laugh.
Velcora beams broadly.

You give a trillingly melodic laugh.
You think to yourself: **absolute joy**.

A rush of summer warmth passes through you as you smell grass and flowers and glimpse the limitless blue of a perfectly blue, sunlit sky.

Gurashi sets you back upon the floor, laughing wildly. "Ah! Ahh? Ah! What was the painting?" They blurt out finally, looking between you and Velcora, then finally back at Calioliahali, wide-eyed.

You display a painting of Chance, Luck, Fate? for all in the room to see.

Velcora's bark pinkens slightly as the assembled examine their artwork.

Calioliahali bends the necessary distance to place one calloused hand upon your shoulder, finally intoning softly, warmly, "Congratulations, my daughter." She then stands straight up, peeking down at the painting as it's shown, eyeing it quietly.

Gurashi leans forward to observe the painting, their starry eyes wide and curious as they do. Eventually their hand seeks out Calioliahali's, and they squeeze the trill's calloused fingers with their own, beaming. "It is a beautiful painting. Congratulations!"

You have emoted: Cheliyi grins over at Velcora, practically bouncing in place if not for her holding the painting up.

Softly, almost squeaking, Velcora Lunarose, Visionary Polymath says, "Thank you."
Very quietly, Velcora Lunarose, Visionary Polymath says, "There's a box too..."

Gurashi's shoulders bunch as they let out a short giggle.
Gurashi tilts their head and listens intently to Velcora.

With a gentle, euphonic lilt, Herald Gurashi Skydrifter, Confidant in Saffron asks, "A box?"

You display a water lily ring box for all in the room to see.
You nod your head sagely.

With a gentle, euphonic lilt, Herald Gurashi Skydrifter, Confidant in Saffron exclaims, "Oh! Did you makes that too?? Oh it is so CUTE!"

Only slightly less squeakily, Velcora Lunarose, Visionary Polymath says, "Thank you."

Gurashi beams broadly at you.
Gurashi beams broadly at Velcora.

Calioliahali's eyebrows lift as she looks over the box, steel blue gaze tracing toward Velcora. "Artisanry."

You display a fox and axolotl engagement ring for all in the room to see.

Their free hand rising to their cheek, Herald Gurashi Skydrifter, Confidant in Saffron asks, "Ah - am so happy for you both - the happiest for you both. Congratulations, mine-child. Ah!" They gasp. "Are you gonna becomes a Lunarose?"

A branch idly shaking the Prismatic Tam of the Loom that hangs in it, Velcora Lunarose, Visionary Polymath says, "I like to make a lot of different kinds of things."

With a gentle, euphonic lilt, Herald Gurashi Skydrifter, Confidant in Saffron exclaims, "Oh! Oh! The ring!"

In a warbling chirp, you say, "I guess I am, yes."

Llani's melodic voice sings into your mind, "Congratulations on the engagement!"

Harmony echoes in your mind as you sing to Forestwalker Llani Myeras, "Thank you!"

Velcora smiles softly at you.
Velcora slips into a brilliant white rose.

Gurashi boggles at you.

You smile softly at Velcora.

Gurashi's starry eyes grow impossible round at this idea. "We are gonna be RELATED to SILVANOS and SHULAMIT oh my GOSH!"
Gurashi throws back their head as they laugh.

You give a trillingly melodic laugh.

Calioliahali squeezes Gurashi's hand tenderly, inhaling deeply through her nose as she looks between you and Velcora, finally settling upon the former. "Cheliyi Lunarose is, ah... A fine name. I am happy for you, my daughter."

Velcora giggles and blushes a deep shade of red.

You flash Calioliahali a joyous smile.

Gurashi looks back at you and Velcora in delight, shimmying joyfully in place. "Oh! Congratulations! Oh! We must go celebrate! We must make cake - or pie? Ah!"

Velcora opens the Temporal Freezer of Preservation.
Velcora takes a moss cake from the Temporal Freezer of Preservation.
Velcora closes the Temporal Freezer of Preservation.

You give a trillingly melodic laugh.

Velcora gives a moss cake to Herald Gurashi Skydrifter, Confidant in Saffron.

Gurashi stares blankly into space.
"Ummmm," Velcora says uncertainly.

(ooc): Gurashi says, "I want that artifact so MUCH AAAA."
(ooc): You say, "Lmaoooo."

Velcora Lunarose, Visionary Polymath says, "Oh! We should make some!"
Velcora blushes furiously.

Laughing, Herald Gurashi Skydrifter, Confidant in Saffron exclaims, "This cake is goodly too!"

Gurashi seems beside themselves with their joy and delight, flitting about their spot, their tail wagging a mile a minute. "Oh! Oh! I loves you so much! Am so happy - what wonderful news! OH!"

With a gentle, euphonic lilt, Herald Gurashi Skydrifter, Confidant in Saffron says to you, "You MUST invite Tavi and Nabithia, oh yes. It will be an affair! I cannot wait to come!"
Gurashi bounces up and down.
Gurashi bounces up and down.

You stare blankly into space.
In a warbling chirp, you say, "Ohmygods we should."
You look at Velcora hopefully.

In a warbling chirp, you say to Velcora, "Who would you want to brings, love? Obviously Mixter Silvanos, if they are waking, rights?"

Velcora's mouth is smiling too hard to speak much. "I don't know who they are but...of course we'll invite anyone you want, Cheliyi."
Velcora Lunarose, Visionary Polymath says, "Yes i'd like to invite my whole family, though only a few of them usually wake."

Velcora says, "We'll have lots of time to decide how and where to get married..." Their smile widens on this word and they pause without meaning to... "And who we want to be there."

Gurashi wriggles in their spot again. "Well I'd love to see thems! I hopes they can both show up." They puff their cheeks.
Gurashi beams broadly at Velcora.

Velcora Lunarose, Visionary Polymath says to you, "I haven't even designed any clothes for it yet."

Calioliahali gently nods as she listens to the excited exchange, offering Velcora a faint smile before returning her attention to you.

You have emoted: Cheliyi smiles up at Calioliahali, leaning contently against Velcora's side.

Gently, Herald Gurashi Skydrifter, Confidant in Saffron asks, "That is O-K! There is no rushing - ah - sorry, I just. Am out of words. I am. Happy?" They clap their hand still over their unscarred cheek. "Oh! Do you have a caterer?"

You stare blankly into space.
In a warbling chirp, you say, "... I have planned nothings."

Velcora Lunarose, Visionary Polymath says, "I didn't think much past the um...proposing."

You smile wryly at Velcora.

Velcora blushes furiously.

Warmly, you say, "Well, we have two years to plan at the leasts, yes."

Laughing, Herald Gurashi Skydrifter, Confidant in Saffron says, "That is O-K! I mean ..."

Gurashi looks up at Calioliahali beside them, sighing contently. "As soon as we reached the anniversary, decided did not want to waits. We still gotta have our wedding party. There is no rushing. Nobody has said there are any rules."
Gurashi looks at Velcora, face lighting up as they smile brightly at them.

Calioliahali gazes down adoringly at Gurashi, nodding her head a few times.

Gurashi looks at Velcora, face lighting up as they smile brightly at them.
Gurashi looks suddenly to you, face lighting up as they smile brightly.

With a gentle, euphonic lilt, Herald Gurashi Skydrifter, Confidant in Saffron says, "Speaking of you are both invited to the party whenever we have it."
Gurashi beams broadly.

You flash Gurashi a joyous smile.

Softly, Calioliahali Skydrifter says, "Yes, of course."

Velcora's mouth turns up as their face breaks into a smile.

With a gentle, euphonic lilt, Herald Gurashi Skydrifter, Confidant in Saffron says to Velcora, "And anything we can do to help YOU two get set up for YOUR party or whatever."
Gurashi twiddles their thumbs.
With a gentle, euphonic lilt, Herald Gurashi Skydrifter, Confidant in Saffron says, "You have our assistance! All of our back ups."
With a gentle, euphonic lilt, Herald Gurashi Skydrifter, Confidant in Saffron exclaims, "I LOVE a good party!!"

Gurashi strikes a pose.
Bizirik, the leothin strikes a pose.
Nodding gently, Calioliahali Skydrifter says, "We will be more than happy to assist, yes."

Velcora Lunarose, Visionary Polymath says, "Thank you both."
Velcora Lunarose, Visionary Polymath says, "I'm...obviously I'm very happy."
Velcora beams broadly.
Velcora Lunarose, Visionary Polymath says, "I'm lucky in in-laws."

The corners of your mouth turn up as you grin mischievously.

Happily, Herald Gurashi Skydrifter, Confidant in Saffron exclaims, "Ah! Yeah! Cali! She is the greatest!"
Gurashi points accusingly at Calioliahali.
With a gentle, euphonic lilt, Herald Gurashi Skydrifter, Confidant in Saffron exclaims, "She is so tall! And reliable! And kindly! And Vernally Ascended!"
With a gentle, euphonic lilt, Herald Gurashi Skydrifter, Confidant in Saffron says, "And Bizirik! So strong! So noodley."

Bizirik, the leothin grins smugly.

The corners of Gurashi's mouth turn up as they grin mischievously.

Calioliahali's cheeks flush as she's pointed to, and she gently shakes her head, roseate headfeathers swaying.

You nod your head sagely.

Calioliahali Skydrifter says, "I am, ah... Just a woman. But thank you."

Sagely, you say, "You're my mom."

You pat Calioliahali in a friendly manner.

Fondly, Herald Gurashi Skydrifter, Confidant in Saffron exclaims to Calioliahali, "Just a womans, but my most favoritely wifey, oh yes!"

Gurashi's shoulders bunch as they let out a short giggle.
Gurashi looks suddenly to you, face lighting up as they smile brightly.

Relenting, Calioliahali Skydrifter says to you, "And your mother." She turns to the sileni, rubescent hues now flooding her face. "And your spouse."

You smile wryly at Velcora.

Gurashi sticks out their tongue up at Calioliahali, then moves their hand from their cheek up to their eyes, rubbing at them.

Velcora's mouth turns up as their face breaks into a smile.

With a gentle, euphonic lilt, Herald Gurashi Skydrifter, Confidant in Saffron says, "Forgive me - has been a long months, yeah yeah - am so happy. Full of - the greatest emotions!"

Calioliahali's steel blue eyes quietly roam Gurashi's face for a moment, and then she tenderly squeezes their hand. "It has been a long month, yes."

With a gentle, euphonic lilt, Herald Gurashi Skydrifter, Confidant in Saffron says, "... I need to bake a pie. Am so happy - I must bake."

Velcora Lunarose, Visionary Polymath says, "I'm sorry too, my mind is a bit melty. Did you hear? Cheliyi said she'll marry me!"

Gurashi throws back their head as they laugh.

With a gentle, euphonic lilt, Herald Gurashi Skydrifter, Confidant in Saffron says, "I have heard! Congratulations! You will be my daughter-in-law! How -exciting-."
Velcora beams broadly.

With a gentle, euphonic lilt, Herald Gurashi Skydrifter, Confidant in Saffron exclaims to you, "You have to tell Ronin, yes! He will be so excited!"
(Shadowlight): Lysandus (from the Realm of the Silent) says, "I am lost."

Velcora's eyes widen. "Ronin! Haven't seen him in so long!"

You stare blankly into space.

"Ummmm," Velcora says uncertainly.

Velcora Lunarose, Visionary Polymath says, "Is something wrong?"

In a warbling chirp, you say, "OhmygodsyeahIgottatellhims."

Gurashi throws back their head as they laugh.
Gurashi drops their hand, then looks up to Calioliahali beside them, their short tail wagging a mile a minute.

Calioliahali inhales deeply through her nose, and then one of roseate wings unfurls, draping itself around Gurashi's side, pulling them closer to the trill.

You give a trillingly melodic laugh.
In a warbling chirp, you say, "Wanna come withs?"

Gurashi looks adoringly between you and Velcora, then nods. "Yes. I thinks it would be fitting."
Gurashi begins to follow you.
Gurashi gives Calioliahali a friendly squeeze.

With a gentle, euphonic lilt, Herald Gurashi Skydrifter, Confidant in Saffron says, "Fitting? I wanna -see- his -face-."

You give a trillingly melodic laugh.

You touch your fingers to your time tattoo, contemplating the distance between you and The Enduring Clock of Present's Resolution, and the possibilities that led you to this moment. The air warps, as a clock-like portal manifests, time bridging the distance between.
You have recovered equilibrium.

Velcora follows you ether.

A babbling brook.                                      (#OVERGROWTH_2)
This location is flooded with shallow, crystal clear water. A morning haze burns through the twinkling twilight here, casting dappled sunlight with a soft, gentle glow that seems to make everything sparkle. Decaying leaves and plush moss give way to sandy sediment as one slips through the tree barrier, still wet beneath one's toes. And yet, this well-worn path has not yet been tamed, sprouting the occasional sturdy dandelion or leafy stem. As the path snakes and widens it leads to a sheltered hill, from which a crystalline brook bubbles over a stony stream-bed. Cutting a diagonal cross section of the glade, the rush of water burbles merrily over a series of rounded tiers formed by the occasional tangle of tree roots. The bark of these roots is oddly smooth, as if it were grown all at once, rather than forming naturally over time. Each pool is no more than three feet deep, the widest nearly 10 feet across. As the water tumbles over every step it shimmers in the morning light, enticing one to simply rest their feet in a pool, or for the more bold, to perhaps splash around. On the opposite side of the glade looms a massive rowan tree, its clusters of bright berries swaying dutifully in some unseen breeze. Hung carefully in its branches is a expertly woven hammock dyed a rainbow of hues, loosely piled with blankets and a soft pillow. The light of day shines brightly. A delicate bench of twining iron daisies and vines rests here on curled feet. A painting of A fork in the road is proudly exhibited on a nearby wall. Swaying in place not unlike a thin sapling, a pale, overgrown mugwump stares implacably about himself with striking cerulean eyes. A slender leothin sits here motionless, brightening its surroundings with its natural golden bio-luminescence.
You see a single exit leading west.

Gurashi's eyes light up as they smile.

With a gentle, euphonic lilt, Herald Gurashi Skydrifter, Confidant in Saffron says, "Good early early early morning, Ronin!"
Calioliahali's steel blue gaze settles upon a pale, overgrown mugwump, and she offers him a soft smile of greeting.

A pale, overgrown mugwump looks up from his newest project, a large scarf. "Ah, hello. What's the..." his words pause, gaze trailing over the crowd. "Occasion?"

Your mouth turns up as your face breaks into a smile.

The body of Velcora Lunarose, Visionary Polymath appears in a flash and their soul descends to fill it, causing the previously expressionless face to fill with emotion.

Velcora blushes furiously.

Gurashi strikes a pose, their hands gesturing towards you and Velcora dramatically.

You pat Velcora in a friendly manner.
You grin mischievously at a pale, overgrown mugwump.

Comprehension flashes across Velcora's face.

A pale, overgrown mugwump narrows his eyes at you in an unnerving manner.

Velcora Lunarose, Visionary Polymath says, "Hi Ronin."

Slowly, a pale, overgrown mugwump says, "Ah, greetings Velcora."

Velcora Lunarose, Visionary Polymath says, "I haven't seen you in a while. I hope you're well."

A pale, overgrown mugwump stares daggers at you, who just looks smug in return.

You think to yourself: **an internal laugh, he'll have to -guess-**.

Velcora grins sheepishly, a faint blush in their cheeks.

A pale, overgrown mugwump's gaze trails down from the trill's face to her hand. He pauses, blinks, and glances at Velcora incredulously.

Velcora Lunarose, Visionary Polymath says, "So um... we are gonna get married."

Gurashi lingers near the back of the room beside Calioliahali, watching with and happy smile on their face, their tail wagging behind them, a blur of orange and white.

A pale, overgrown mugwump's mouth turns up as his face breaks into a smile.

Velcora Lunarose, Visionary Polymath says, "Not you and I...Cheliyi and I."

Softly, a pale, overgrown mugwump says, "Really?"

Velcora giggles and blushes a deep shade of red.

You have emoted: Cheliyi's smug grin softens.

Calioliahali quietly looks between a pale, overgrown mugwump and the duo of Velcora and you, squeezing Gurashi's hand as she observes the interaction.

A pale, overgrown mugwump moves across the stream, sweeping his sister into a crushing hug as he lets out a rumbling laugh. "Oh my gods, my little sister is getting married!"

A warm breeze drifts through, caressing the surrounding canopy and scattering various foliage underfoot. Origami swing in the wind in an almost mesmerizing pattern, until all grows still once more.

A pale, overgrown mugwump leans close to you and gently lays a kiss upon your forehead.

You give a trillingly melodic laugh.

A pale, overgrown mugwump grins mischievously at Velcora.

Gurashi sighs happily, their attention turning up to Calioliahali as their hand is squeezed, starry eyes starting to flood with tears. "It is a happy surprise, yeah?"

Velcora beams broadly.

Waggling his eyebrows, a pale, overgrown mugwump says to Velcora, "Now -you- have to deal with her."

Calioliahali leans down as Gurashi looks up at her, black lips curving into a warm smile before she presses them to their forehead.

Lifting a dainty hand to finger your neckline, you glance about with uncertain disdain.

Velcora Lunarose, Visionary Polymath says to a pale, overgrown mugwump, "I'm excited to be your sibling-in-law."
Velcora utters a deep, rumbling laugh.
Velcora Lunarose, Visionary Polymath says, "It will be my pleasure to 'deal' with her."
Velcora beams broadly.
Velcora shuffles over to you and shyly takes your hand in their own.

Flapjack the fox rolls his eyes at Velcora.
Flapjack the fox begins to follow Velcora obediently.

You smile softly at Velcora.

Gurashi smiles faintly, their tail a blur of orange and white behind them.

Nodding, a pale, overgrown mugwump says, "If anything happens I'll break your knees, by the way."

You blink.
You stare blankly at a pale, overgrown mugwump.

Velcora Lunarose, Visionary Polymath says, "I should hope so."
Velcora Lunarose, Visionary Polymath says, "Though I don't really have knees in this shape."

Her eyes widening, you say, "Ronin- wait Velcora -no-."
You flail about helplessly.
In a warbling chirp, you exclaim, "No one here is gonna break knees!"

Velcora Lunarose, Visionary Polymath says, "Your parents might have broken my knees last time they killed me, it's hard to remember..."

You have emoted: Cheliyi puts her face in her hands.

A wry smile spreads across a pale, overgrown mugwump's face.

Gurashi's eyes raise to the heavens as a look of hope flashes across their face.
Gurashi covers their face suddenly with their free hand. "I exploded her," They whisper.

Softly, Calioliahali Skydrifter says, "Ah. It is, ah... Not personal."

You giggle happily.
In a warbling chirp, you say, "Yes, that is -combats-."
In a warbling chirp, you say, "Differents."
You nod your head sagely.

Velcora nods their head sagely.

You are exhausted and open your mouth in an enormous yawn.

Calioliahali nods her head gently at you, suddenly mirroring your yawn.

A pale, overgrown mugwump pats you in a friendly manner.

In a warbling chirp, you say, "I think... lots of news, and a long month, yes."

Gurashi glances askance at a shifting, living poppy of ivory petals.

Velcora nods their head at you.

You tilt your head curiously at Gurashi.

Gurashi nods several times over, smiling to themselves. "Sorry, it has been a wonderful, long months. I am..."
With a gentle, euphonic lilt, Herald Gurashi Skydrifter, Confidant in Saffron says, "Tired."
Gurashi looks exhausted and opens their mouth in an enormous yawn.
With a gentle, euphonic lilt, Herald Gurashi Skydrifter, Confidant in Saffron says, "Happy!"
Dramatically, Herald Gurashi Skydrifter, Confidant in Saffron exclaims, "But -sleepy-!"
Gurashi boggles at you.
Gurashi boggles at Velcora.
Gurashi throws back their head as they laugh.

Velcora Lunarose, Visionary Polymath says, "May I um...may I give you each a hug?"

Suddenly, Herald Gurashi Skydrifter, Confidant in Saffron says to Velcora, "You may always give me hugs. I yam a hugger, yus."

Velcora Lunarose, Visionary Polymath says, "I'm afraid it will be a bit branchy..."

You smile wryly at Velcora.

Velcora hugs Gurashi compassionately.

Gurashi doesn't seem to mind the bark one bit, their eyes scrunching closed as they hug Velcora in response, both tightly and happily. "Congratulations, again. Both of you."

Calioliahali inhales deeply through her nose as she watches Velcora hug Gurashi, and then her steel blue gaze hones in upon the former's face. After a long moment, she nods just once, a faint smile curving her black lips.

Velcora hugs Calioliahali compassionately.
Velcora's eyes drift towards a pale, overgrown mugwump.

One of Calioliahali's calloused hands pats Velcora's bark gently for the duration of the hug.

Velcora smiles softly.

A wry smile spreads across a pale, overgrown mugwump's face.

Gurashi parts the hug with a little noise, snuffling and wiping their eyes. "I thinks we are gonna go homes and haves a sleeps," They say at last, looking up at Calioliahali beside them.

Velcora nods their head sagely.

Calioliahali's full attention returns down to her spouse, and she nods once, sharply, just before another yawn parts her lips. "Yes, ah... It is most certainly time."

Velcora Lunarose, Visionary Polymath says to a pale, overgrown mugwump, "Hug?"

With a gentle, euphonic lilt, Herald Gurashi Skydrifter, Confidant in Saffron says to you, "I love you soooo muchly, mine-child..."

Flapjack the fox sniffs a pale, overgrown mugwump, trying to decipher just what that smell emanating from him is.

With a gentle, euphonic lilt, Herald Gurashi Skydrifter, Confidant in Saffron says to you, "And I yam -so- proud of you."
Gurashi sighs tiredly as they slip forward, pulling you into one final embrace. "We must celebrate soonly, yes?"

A pale, overgrown mugwump hugs Velcora compassionately.
A pale, overgrown mugwump pats Velcora in a friendly manner.

You hug Gurashi compassionately.

Velcora beams broadly.

You nod your head sagely.

Velcora hugs a pale, overgrown mugwump compassionately.

Softly, Calioliahali Skydrifter says to you, "I love you as well, Cheliyi, and I am happy for you. Ah..." She looks toward Velcora, then says to them both, "Take care of one another."

Velcora Lunarose, Visionary Polymath says to you, "You I'm going to hug -and- kiss, if that's alright."

You smile wryly at Velcora.

With a gentle, euphonic lilt, Herald Gurashi Skydrifter, Confidant in Saffron whispers, "Oh my gosh."

Velcora Lunarose, Visionary Polymath says to Calioliahali, "Thank you."

Gurashi covers their face, turning away. "Oh I must not look."

Dryly, you say, "Maybe uh. In a bits."
You give a trillingly melodic laugh.

Panicked, Herald Gurashi Skydrifter, Confidant in Saffron says, "MY GAZES IS AVERTED."

Velcora giggles and blushes a deep shade of red.
Velcora nods their head sagely at you.

Gurashi frets over everything that might go wrong.

Calioliahali's eyes narrow, and she turns her back to the trill and wildewood, placing her body between Gurashi and them.
You blush furiously.

Embarrassed, you say, "Ohmygods its -fine- dad."

Velcora Lunarose, Visionary Polymath says, "Its...its safe to look. I'm sorry."
Velcora gulps.

You give Velcora a peck on the cheek.

Gurashi pokes their head around Calioliahali once they've been given clearance. "O-K! Stay goodly and kindly!" They bleat as if nothing happened.
With a gentle, euphonic lilt, Herald Gurashi Skydrifter, Confidant in Saffron says, "I loves you boths!"

You nod your head sagely.
You wave goodbye.

Dramatically, Herald Gurashi Skydrifter, Confidant in Saffron says to Calioliahali, "Take us home, mine-wife!"

A wry smile spreads across your face.

Velcora's mouth turns up as their face breaks into a smile.

Glancing over her shoulder, Calioliahali Skydrifter says, "Be well."

Velcora waves goodbye.

With a great sweep of its tail, Bizirik breaks off to the west.
The tension relaxes as Calioliahali, riding a golden hippogriff with broad, translucent wings, patrols off to the west with authoritative purpose.

Velcora sniffs the air while fluttering a cute little rabbit nose.
Velcora kisses you passionately.

A rush of summer warmth passes through you as you smell grass and flowers and glimpse the limitless blue of a perfectly blue, sunlit sky.

You give a trillingly melodic laugh.

Velcora hugs you compassionately.

You kiss Velcora passionately.

Velcora Lunarose, Visionary Polymath says, "My fiance!"

Velcora Lunarose, Visionary Polymath says to a pale, overgrown mugwump, "Sorry you had to see that..."

Flapjack the fox rolls his eyes at Velcora.

A pale, overgrown mugwump is very pointedly averting his gaze.

You give a trillingly melodic laugh.
You have emoted: Cheliyi gently tugs Velcora to the room over.

A Gentle Grove.
You feel hidden powers in this room. The shadowy outline of a twisted forest casts a dark gloom here. A quiet glen of gnarled weeping willows encase all sides, leaves swishing softly in an unseen breeze. Hung from many branches are small cicada and blossom origami, as if the willow trees themselves bear fruit. Twilight cloaks the area, blanketing all in a ghostly glow. Soft grasses and leaves crunch underfoot, the soothing smell of decaying flora and wet earth flooding the air with each step. Large, fluffy bats flutter overhead, oddly docile despite their inherent natures. Freshly planted, a small rowan sapling grows in a clear place of honor, lovingly tended to. There are plenty of spaces for rest, a soft patch of grass here, a plush expanse of moss there. Piled next to a rather large patch of moss sits a stack of letters, each paper clearly well loved. A small vase sits atop a mossy stump, practically bursting with flower cuttings, bringing a spot of bright color to an otherwise unremarkable sea of greens and browns. Set gently atop a bed of moss, a twilight-colored cushion acts as a comfortable pillow. A large, fluffy crow's nest hangs from one of the many willows, full of shiny baubles and small bones of some poor rodent. The sound of a babbling brook seems to echo in the distance. Little else can be heard, save for the soft woosh of the entry portal. The darkness of night looms here. A thick bed of moss clings to the ground here. There are 3 moss-covered stump chairs here. Perpetually ticking away the hours, the Enduring Clock of Present's Resolution stands proudly nearby. A painting of Unwanted Silence is proudly exhibited on a nearby wall, with an inscription on a plaque on its frame. You see a sign here instructing you to use the PORTAL command to enter the aetherplex system.
There are no obvious exits.

You shyly nuzzle Velcora, before placing a soft kiss on their cheek.

Velcora smiles softly.
Velcora Lunarose, Visionary Polymath says, "The ring is a bit old, but I fixed it up as good as new."

You tilt your head curiously.

Velcora Lunarose, Visionary Polymath says, "I had been...hanging on to it for a little while."

You have emoted: Cheliyi blinks slowly.
In a warbling chirp, you ask, "Ohmygods, not since the resturaunts?"

Velcora blushes furiously.

You blush furiously.
In a warbling chirp, you say, "I'm sorry to make you wait, love."
You give Velcora a peck on the cheek.

Velcora Lunarose, Visionary Polymath says, "Not at all. I'd wait a thousand years. But I'm glad I didn't have to."
The corners of Velcora's mouth turn up as they grin mischievously.
Velcora Lunarose, Visionary Polymath says, "I think this was a better time anyways."
Velcora Lunarose, Visionary Polymath says, "Thanks for marrying me and everything."

You smile softly.

With a laugh, you say, "You won't believe this, but I was actually worried about proposing to you, yes. Thought you might want to say no or somethings, yes."
In a warbling chirp, you say, "Am relieved is not so."
You give Velcora a peck on the cheek.

"Uhh..." stalls Velcora.
Velcora Lunarose, Visionary Polymath says, "What?"
Velcora Lunarose, Visionary Polymath says, "I guess it is fair, since I was nervous."
Velcora Lunarose, Visionary Polymath says, "You were going to..."
Velcora Lunarose, Visionary Polymath says, "Do you still want to? Is it ok that you will be a Lunarose?"
Velcora Lunarose, Visionary Polymath says, "Did you make me a ring?"
Velcora blushes furiously.
Velcora Lunarose, Visionary Polymath says, "I just mean...um..."
Velcora Lunarose, Visionary Polymath says, "I'd have said yes."
Velcora Lunarose, Visionary Polymath says, "But I guess you know that."
Velcora utters a deep, rumbling laugh.

Velcora Lunarose, Visionary Polymath says, "I think we both need go to sleep."
Velcora giggles and blushes a deep shade of red.
Velcora nuzzles you shyly, before placing a soft kiss on your cheek.

You are exhausted and open your mouth in an enormous yawn.
In a warbling chirp, you say, "Iyam happy to be a Lunarose."