"You are kind-hearted, My Cheliyi."

The Fulcrux of Lantra.
The rush of running water echoes throughout this alabaster sanctuary, its white pillars surrounded on all sides by shimmering waterfalls. Breathtaking stars twinkle across the misty falls as they collect into a luminous gazing pool, its rippling waters clear and sparkling as they reflect the open expanse of the celestial sky above. Caught in a graceful dance of duality, an immaculate white koi fish circles its dark twin in the glittering depths of the basin, continuing in a silent push and pull as their silhouettes form two halves of a whole. The white, blue and pink petals of assorted lotus flowers crown these starry waters with their regal beauty, standing at the feet of several stone priestesses who guard this place. The statues bow their veiled heads in silent prayer, each bearing a tilted celadon urn that overflows with the boundless light of healing waters. Shimmering over with water and light, a sparkling veil of white mist draws a starry curtain here. Impossibly still at the centre of this luminous pool of water and light, a single star lotus flower blooms brighter than all the others, its heart radiant as the dewy petals unfurl to reveal a beautiful, enchanting light. Muginn, the ghost-feathered magpie perches here with a mischievous glint in his eye.
There are no obvious exits.

You have emoted: Cheliyi dusts off her skirt, frowning up at the ceiling.

You think to yourself: **a swirl of muddied emotions, so many people to see and things to worry about, but for now... -this.-**.

Softly, you say, "My Lady? Are You waking?"

Caressing your ear, the voice of Aeldra whispers, "I serve the Light, the City built in its worship and the Empyreal Goddess, as best as I can."

Harmony echoes in your mind as you sing to Lady Aeldra Ladyn, of Cerulean Waters, "I know you do, yes. You do some of the bestly work, is inspiring. Helped inspire me, before we were even friends."

Caressing your ear, the voice of Aeldra whispers, "Do you know this Mikkel well, Cheliyi?"

Harmony echoes in your mind as you sing to Lady Aeldra Ladyn, of Cerulean Waters, "Mm? Nope. Gave them a snack, though!"

Calioliahali tells you, "Ah, forgive me for my distraction, but ah. I hope your month is proceeding well."

Harmony echoes in your mind as you sing to Calioliahali Skydrifter, "It is going... okay! I am sortof feeling like am in limbo, I guess. How are you?"

You purse your lips pensively, gazing off into the distance as you carefully gather your thoughts.
Softly, you say, "Ah, guess will just..."

You have emoted: Cheliyi settles down on the floor of Fulcrux, growing silent.

You think to yourself: **slowly, gathering your words.**.

Calioliahali tells you, "I am well. Limbo. Is there something that can be done to ameliorate this situation? The connotations are not positive."

Harmony echoes in your mind as you sing to Calioliahali Skydrifter, "... Well first, what does ame... ameli... hhhh... hard word."

Calioliahali tells you, "Ah, forgive me. Improve."

Harmony echoes in your mind as you sing to Calioliahali Skydrifter, "Mm... is not something that can easily fix. But... thank yous. Maybe would like to hang outs in a bits? Am busy with words for writing a prayer to my Lady, but after, am free."

Calioliahali tells you, "*there is a moment of hesitation, and then nervousness* Ah, if you would like? I am available for the foreseeable future, after this concludes."

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.

---> i sit for like... 20 minutes writing a prayer

Kneeling humbly, you press your palms together before you and close your eyes momentarily as you pray devoutly to Lantra, the Empyreal, "Dear Lady Lantra, hello, is Cheliyi, yes. I saw what You wrote on the newsboards, yes. I guess... this is twofolds? Firstly, what do You think we understand the least about Yous? Is there something You want to clarifies? I understand wanting to be knowns, and when people get it wrong, can be very upsetting for me. Am sure it must be frustrating for You, after giving us so many ways to try and learn. Second... I know You said that You saw so many terrible things in the Lady of Lagoon's mind. Know, that, said it is to much for a single One to ever bear. Which makes me think... it would be easier to bear if more people shared its with You, yes? I know You hate the ideas of suffering, or making any of us suffer. But... want to help You, my Lady. And, if taking any small fraction can helps, if hearing and listening to You vents about its may help You feel a little less heavy, wish to do that with all my heart. Thank You for listenings, yes. Love You so muchly, many thanks.".


You let loose a long breath from your lungs, exhaling slowly.

---> p brazier

The brazier of wonder has been beaten into a broad, scooping, dish shape, fashioned from a hard metal that shines with gleaming gold. A shimmering heap of coal rests at the center of the bowl, ever-shifting in shade and hue, and the air above the brazier shimmers with magical heat. Three delicate legs hold up the bowl of the brazier, shaped in stylish scrollwork from sturdy platinum that has been cleaned to a bright polish.
It weighs about 6 pounds.
It bears the distinctive mark of Ablutant Cheliyi, Lotus upon Cresting Waters.
It is imbued with 2,000 units of esteem.
It has the following aliases: brazier, wonderbrazier, wonderbra.

Like a gentle ripple in a crystalline pool, you murmur, "Not a whole lots..."
You purse your lips pensively, gazing off into the distance as you carefully gather your thoughts.

With a light and airy scent, this rose has bright and velvety white petals. A long stem with soft, green thorns extends down from the rose's hip, decorated with ruffle-edged leaves.
It has 8 months of usefulness left.
It weighs 2 ounce(s).
It does not retain any heat whatsoever.
It has the following aliases: rose, flower, white.

As you offer The Sacred Pyres' Opalescent Brazier of Lofty Supremacy unto Lantra, the Empyreal, the offering vanishes in a swirl of water and light, enveloped completely in a celestial glow that leaves only a soothing white mist in its wake.

You drop a brilliant white rose.
Luminous waters wash over a brilliant white rose and ripple with light, submerging it entirely until it vanishes from view.

Softly, you say, "Will get You some more essences soonly, yes. Love you lots."

Ripples of celestial light radiate out from the centre of the luminous pool as a soft, feminine voice echoes, "You are kind-hearted, My Cheliyi."

You blink.
You stare blankly into space.
Surprised, you say, "Hhhh-."

Soft laughter as light as a gentle rain ripples about the luminous pool, the melodious sound resonating throughout the Fulcrux.

You have emoted: Cheliyi jolts, and then offers a sheepish laugh. "Hello my Lady."

Ripples of celestial light radiate out from the centre of the luminous pool as a soft, feminine voice echoes, "I see I have startled you."
Ripples of celestial light radiate out from the centre of the luminous pool as a soft, feminine voice echoes, "Forgive Me for the intrusion on your thoughts."

Sheepishly, you say, "No, no. Are not intruding. I thought You were sleeping, so was trying to be kinda quiets."
Dryly, you say, "Clearly did not works."

Ripples of celestial light radiate out from the centre of the luminous pool as a soft, feminine voice echoes, "My attentions briefly remain on realms, but if I did not wish to grant you them, I would have remained silent."

You think to yourself: **embarrassment, and a faint flicker of joy as She laughs, already brightening your mood**.
You nod your head slowly in understanding.

Ripples of celestial light radiate out from the centre of the luminous pool as a soft, feminine voice echoes, "You speak to Me of two matters. Which would you prefer I speak on?"

You have emoted: Cheliyi's smile flickers slightly. "Well, I guess whichever ones seems more important to You. Just want to help how I cans."

The star lotus at the centre of the Fulcrux emits a soft, pensive glow as the question is measured and considered.

Ripples of celestial light radiate out from the centre of the luminous pool as a soft, feminine voice echoes, "I believe the two are intertwined, to some degree."

You have emoted: Cheliyi listens intently, her clouded gaze drifting to a nearby lotus.

Curiously, you say, "Entwined, my Lady?"

Ripples of celestial light radiate out from the centre of the luminous pool as a soft, feminine voice echoes, "You witnessed My work upon the healing mound of Daeiv ma'Mornhai. How those who pilgrimaged there began to doubt My intentions as the Lady of the Lagoons awakened."

Ripples of celestial light radiate out from the centre of the luminous pool as a soft, feminine voice echoes, "My actions never shifted from what they were when they began. The perception, however, did."

Ripples of celestial light radiate out from the centre of the luminous pool as a soft, feminine voice echoes, "Such is the nature of doubt."

You think to yourself: **pulse of anger, oh yes, you remember. how they turned the moment they could, happy to blame your Lady when She only helped- no, no. breathe. it has already passed.**.
You have emoted: Cheliyi nods again, the leather of her gloves creaking as she flexes them into fists, before going slack again.

A soothing wind, breathless as a sigh, ripples through the Fulcrux, scattering the light of the star lotus in all directions.

The ghost of a smile passes fleetingly across your lips.

Ripples of celestial light radiate out from the centre of the luminous pool as a soft, feminine voice echoes, "I am in many matters a forthright Goddess. I am not given to lies, or half-truths. I am, perhaps to a fault, sincere."

Fidgeting with her beads, you say, "I do not find that a fault at all, my Lady. People should always be honest, even if it hurts. It just leads to more pain, if are not."

Ripples of celestial light radiate out from the centre of the luminous pool as a soft, feminine voice echoes, "Even so I am oft misunderstood. Or, perhaps, My thoughts are disregarded in their sincerity, for others trust in their Wisdom before My own."

You think to yourself: **a well worn memory, trees creaking above you, whispering below, "Honesty to the family, oaths are -everything- Lilypad..." even though you now know it was Ronin, the sanctity for it has never changed.**.
You nod your head slowly in understanding.

Shadows dance across the rocky walls, perpetually avoiding the available light.

Ripples of celestial light radiate out from the centre of the luminous pool as a soft, feminine voice echoes, "This I believe to be a symptom of a distance between Me and those who wish to speak for Me. It takes time for a relationship between a Divine and Her Order to grow and flourish. I ask for that time."

Ripples of celestial light radiate out from the centre of the luminous pool as a soft, feminine voice echoes, "That when I ask for one to serve as My Voice, there is no misunderstanding."

You nod your head slowly in understanding.

Pensively, you say, "So when someone becomes Your voice, they know You as well as they know themselves? And because You have only been in the Basin for so long, there is not the bond You want just yets?"

Ripples of celestial light radiate out from the centre of the luminous pool as a soft, feminine voice echoes, "That is a fair summation, I believe."

A stirring breeze caresses your exposed skin, sending shivers through your body.

You have emoted: Cheliyi hums thoughtfully. "That is pretty fair, honestlies. If I had someone talking about my thinks, would want them to actually say what I means, yes."

Ripples of celestial light radiate out from the centre of the luminous pool as a soft, feminine voice echoes, "Indeed. It is the task of the Anointed to oversee the Order and its progress. In this I am pleased with what has been done in My name."

Ripples of celestial light radiate out from the centre of the luminous pool as a soft, feminine voice echoes, "The burden of speaking for Me and all that I am, however, is one I have left untouched for the present."

The star lotus at the centre of the luminous pool unfurls with dewy light, revealing a heart of immaculate starlight.

Pausing, you say, "About thats. ... did come here, not just because of the post, my Lady. Am also worried for Miss Aeldra. She is... very upsets. Think that she failed You in some big ways. That she is not worthy. Am sure her doubting will pass, but am also pretty worried none-the-lesses."

Ripples of celestial light radiate out from the centre of the luminous pool as a soft, feminine voice echoes, "Yes. She was quite distraught when I spoke with her."

Ripples of celestial light radiate out from the centre of the luminous pool as a soft, feminine voice echoes, "It is not My desire to disparage her or to draw ire upon her. I merely observed a deviation between My Immaculate's words and My own. This illustrated that the bond between Us had not developed as it ought before such a burden was given."

You nod your head emphatically.
Softly, you say, "I sees, yes."

The Mantle of Starlight flows gently against your form, twinkling stars shifting across its surface as the starry infinity continues its eternal motion.

Ripples of celestial light radiate out from the centre of the luminous pool as a soft, feminine voice echoes, "She remains as My Anointed, and one I trust to oversee My Order in its execution."
Ripples of celestial light radiate out from the centre of the luminous pool as a soft, feminine voice echoes, "She continues to oversee My aspect of Everlasting Remedy."
Ripples of celestial light radiate out from the centre of the luminous pool as a soft, feminine voice echoes, "All that has changed is she does not speak with the full weight of My voice."

You have emoted: Cheliyi hums softly, glancing at the circling koi. Her tail flicks behind her, whether from concentration or some other emotion. "Mm, am glad. She was one of the reasons was inspired to follow You, honestly. Care about her lots. But, um. Does bring me, to the second thing. Are... do You ever wants to..." she trails off, struggling to find the words. The mugwump eventually settles on, "Am here to listen, if You ever want."

You think to yourself: **unease, will She be offended by it? or worse, consider it silly of you to offer? you hope... you hope to help.**.

The star lotus at the centre of the Fulcrux shifts, subtly, in hue -- its immaculate white flowers wreathed in a hazy mist of blue that seems evocative of the twilight hour.

You have emoted: Cheliyi's gaze flicks to the lotus, watching it curiously. She adjusts her spectacles, frills flaring attentively.

Soothing winds whisper past you on an errant breeze, rippling through the Fulcrux's sparkling mists like water.

The luminous pool shimmers, and the beautiful stillness of the Fulcrux, for a moment, is broken with the loud sound of many thoughts -- not your own, not even your Lady's -- as they tumble over one another, each so loud you can only grasp the feelings inherent in each. In some, anger and suspicion, directed so keenly towards your Goddess that it is overwhelming to parse. In others, sneering derision, a mockery of any kindness given to one so foul as the Lady of the Lagoons. And others still a cloying saccharine sense of affirmation, as if the Lady of the Lagoons is inherently deserving of the care She receives despite the gravity of Her actions. All this fills you in but a moment, but the impact is enough to unsteady you, and to fill you with the bemusement of a Goddess who witnesses all perceptions of Her behaviour, while feeling kinship with none of it.

You have emoted: Cheliyi inhales softly, her frills twitching in an almost violent manner as she takings in the sounds. The mugwump blinks in obvious disorientation for a moment, a series of emotions playing over her expression. Then, she exhales, and offers a small smile. "... Do feel any better?"

You think to yourself: **like a swell of water on the ocean, it rises around you in an almost thrashing manner, their emotions and their thoughts, and you feel helplessly adrift only to realize a sudden familiarity. you've -done- this before. you let youself sink to the bottom, inhaling deeply. the emotions pass over you like a stone in a stream.**.

Ripples of celestial light radiate out from the centre of the luminous pool as a soft, feminine voice echoes, "It is a subjective question you ask Me. I am... not given to speaking much on what ails Me. That I leave to My Fonts, that I need not express it in words, for such art is not a gift that Dynara saw fit to give Me."

Ripples of celestial light radiate out from the centre of the luminous pool as a soft, feminine voice echoes, "I believe, however, all of Creation desires to be understood in some manner."

You have emoted: Cheliyi nods slightly. "Mm, everyone wants to be understood. Makes sense, would apply to Divine as well. And... alrights. Thank you for letting me try to helps, yes." She watches the lotus curiously. "Do hear that, -all- the time? Or was that stored up from when peoples helped the cocoon, my Lady?"

A subtle sense of amusement laces through the luminous pool at the query, the white hue of the star lotus returning in its dewy brilliance.

You blush furiously.

Ripples of celestial light radiate out from the centre of the luminous pool as a soft, feminine voice echoes, "What you witnessed was from My time in Daeiv ma'Mornhai. However, it is not the first time I have been misunderstood. Nor, do I suspect, shall it be the last."

Ripples of celestial light radiate out from the centre of the luminous pool as a soft, feminine voice echoes, "I thank you for speaking with Me, My Cheliyi. May this time of renewal bring much growth to you and Mine."

A sparkling veil of mist descends upon the Fulcrux of Lantra, bathing you in water and light. When it is gone, only echoes ripple in the luminous pool before you.

Lantra, the Empyreal has bestowed Her divine truefavour upon you. It will last for 1 month.

You have emoted: Cheliyi shifts again on the ground, her blush fading. After a long, quiet pause, she climbs to her feet.

You think to yourself: **gratitude, that She trusted you, and at least indulged you. disappointment, that it most likely did not help.**.

You bow respectfully to the master shrine of Lantra.
Like a gentle ripple in a crystalline pool, you say, "Thank You, my Lady."

You part a sparkling veil of white mist, leaving your surroundings in a bright shimmer of water and light.