Trading Pleasantries

[01:33] Dr. Clemens Vinter seemed in no rush as he meandered through the city's veins. Whether they'd smelled his perfume, heard his shoes clap or saw him from a distance, eventually he stood close enough that anyone should have an easy time taking note of him. The alabaster head loitered for a moment, silent in word and motion, scanning the jumble of faces scattered across the crossroad. "What an odd place to mingle," he muttered, a quality borne from his muddy accent, though it were words likely spoken just for himself.

[01:33] Gaius Centair (azlum.revnik) was mostly focused on Renie at this point unless someone specifically spoke to him. One way to get his attention was to call out his hair color, perhaps his height, generally all of these were ways he'd turn a head in wonder. Oyvind was definitely NOT lovers with Kasimira considering the short little thing didn't like men, at least to his own knowledge and what she told him. The silver haired giant slipped his clawed fingers from his waist only to push them off to the side. "That gives me solace to know...." If the man could smile perhaps he would at this moment. "If she rests, then I will seek her out later on. I must speak with Zeluren when I have the time." That sounded better than saying father, considering the two looked nothing alike. Oyvind found himself tracing his clawed fingers along the scabbard of his blade which emitted a song of metal clinks, but nothing too intense on the ears. This was small habit of his that became a bit of a twitch perhaps. "Also, please give Raziel my regards, I have not seen him just as long." Little did the man know that Abey was now seen as a rogue to the Lotus, and more than likely would have to attack her if he saw her.

[01:35] Molly Moreau (patina.barineaux) shook her head to Felix's question. " Not at the moment, no. There are things that can be done, but for the time being, I prefer to procrastinate each and every one of them in favor of enjoying such a warm evening. No chance of snow tonight.. "   While it may have been odd for ther to mention snow, given it was the middle of summer, but this was a genuuine concern!  Being as pale as  fresh mountain snow combined with an ongoing threat from early childhood on made her uncomfortable about such to say the least. " Just saying hi. I understand, I think. social behavior. Oh! You are making an attempt at being friendly. I do understand. Wondrful. "  Pale fingers pressed together, a pleased gesture of her grasp of at least some kind of normal behavior.

[01:42] "Nemi" stalks down the road, no truly she stalks in the darkness, her body almost perfectly blending with the shadows as if they move and brush against her skin, hiding her pale flesh from view. The only true sign of her passing is the sound of bare feet softly padding along the pavement, and a faint jingling of metal striking against each other. One Vaduva, One stranger, one Oyvind...second glance, but nope, Nemi knows that tall form anywhere. She stays in the darkness for the moment, observing her youngest, well youngest in Nemi's mind, sister carefully, her toes digging into the pavement. There is an odd fruit scent that echoes over the usual smells of the city and it's vaguely distracting, causing the small woman to shake her head, more metal clinking as the stones of her hat tap against each other

[01:44] Renie Vãduvã (aylin.daviau) quietly took in every detail right down to his accent for the sole purpose of her description and she knew it should be enough too. Renie on the other hand was closer to Kasi in a certain other way, she never speaks about it but she does blush a bit! ~"Figured it might" Her tone was soft, grateful to have made the man feel better. The rest Kasi could tell him when they caught up, sure there would be plenty of time but what mattered most were out there. She chewed her lip then she scowled, it were of confusion not anger cause that name again, then it hit her! she were meant to see him after the incident before she had met her sister and when she had lost it again. Nobody had contacted her so she didn't know if she were to meet him now especially now there were a new Prince too ~"Glad I could help" Her growing smile showed she meant that then her little blush returned and she nodded ~"I get that message to him too, knowing what that like" Renie had been searching for some five hundred plus years to find family, knew that pain so she would help out in any way that she could and if Kasi had been a friend of this man then Renie would trust him too. She fidgeted with her belt then toked on the cigar again, humiliated to be stoned in front of a stranger but until she had herself under control she knew no other way to fix herself while completely unaware of the hidden Nemi.

[01:47] F3L1X nodded his head gently "I believe that is what i am attempting to do yes, I like to make friends. I was told it helps with my lack of understanding social norms..." he'd say before seeing another face slightly off in the distance and then back to the few. he'd heard the silver haired one speak of Raziel. the leader? wasn't that his boss? he'd think a moment on that subject a moment as he would raise his head to look over at him but more than likely didn't speak up about it. before going back to the small pale snowflake in front of him. making a lovely contrast between her white cleanliness and his...well...grungey pile of dirt he wore. given his "skin" was rather muddled with oil and other debris. eyes staring down to the fingers "is that hand gesture a show of gratitude?" he'd ask while eyes seemed fixated down upon her for the time being

[01:50] Gaius Centair (azlum.revnik) reached up one more time to push locks from his face as they seemed to always get in the way. One might find it comical on a windy day, they would see Oyvind getting frustrated on the street as his hair would smack him across the face, only walking from the District to the Fae manor. Oyvind had only recently learned that Aaron was sent off by the Council on some sort of special task, but he had no idea who the new Prince was. Of course his loyal mentality would ensure that he were to meet them as soon as possible. "Thank you for that..." It was then he turned to his right to see Nemi standing off in the distance. It took a few moments for him to recognize her. The last time the giant man had seen her she looked rather different and much more child-like. She appeared to be dressed much more like a grown woman than in the past. His head canted to the side and he'd mutter from his lip, "Nemi?....." With that he'd continue to stare at her until she'd answer with a reply. However, if his memory served him correctly he might be getting pounced on in a few moments, and more than likely called 'Mr. Tall.'.

[01:51] Dr. Clemens Vinter took his baby blues off the gathering of people to peer up at the sky. Through the dome, the vast sky dark with the presence of clouds, a blanket to tuck in the world for the night. While the shadows coiled with an unseen presence, the soft melody of her passing did little to captivate his attention, likely brushed off as humdrum of city life. Rapping his fingers along the handle of his leather gladstone bag, Clemens eased back into stride, crossing the road just to hover alongside the contrasting pair near the Bistro. "Good evening," he greeted on passing, offering both of them a hospitable smile that did little to reach for his eyes. "Lovely night, wouldn't you say?"

[01:55] Molly Moreau (patina.barineaux) allowed herself a small laugh at Felix's explination. " Well then. I can relate on that then. I too have found it difficult to grasp normal social behavior. Though I am not similiar in make up to yourself. One would hazard a guess that we are drastically different in that and many other ways. "  Her mind wandered to the variety of ways that they could be different. Aside from the obvious gender and shades of color and cleanliness.. Likely upbringing and race and other exciting and intimate details. " " It is a lovely night, yes. "  The girl looked back to the pale man, close enough that she could easily make out his features despite her pore eyesight. She  offered a little wave of greeting.  " Good evening. "  Then back to the conversation at hand. " Not a sign of gratitude, no. I am just pleased that we were able to come to an understanding in our conversation. That is all. "

[01:56] "Nemi" stares at Oyvind for several moments, her stare almost unnerving, her body held so still in the darkness. She looks more like a feral little wold creature, though the clothing is definitely more adult than he had seen when he had last been here. She slowly blinks, and when her lids lift, one eye is black, the other white, back to normal, and her lips are twitching up in a smile, darting away from the shadows....and leaping on him, nearly overbalancing from the heavy blades strapped to her back but she catches herself and squeezes tight, murmuring Mr Tall softly. Yep, no longer hidden, the smallest Vaduva has grabbed Oyvind in a hug, wiggling her fingers at Renie after a moment "Nemi had been headed to the forest to prepare stuff...but she is glad to have seen you" Her voice is softer than it used to be, just above a whisper for the most part, most noises seeming to cause her to flinch. That fruit smell is still around...it's job of making Nemi's mouth salivate going through just fine.

[01:59] Renie Vãduvã (aylin.daviau) watched the hand and the hair then she giggled but she slapped a hand quickly over her mouth ~"Sorry" Mumbled but she'd meant no offense. Beaming and high she again bounced on her heels then she nodded ~"Yer welcome, sure she be happy too" Renie didn't know but she guessed she just might be. Then a name rang out loud and clear, she perked up then peered in the direction he was looking, waggling her fingers while her eyes were lit up with excitement. Always happy to see a familiar face, or more importantly, family. She grinned then winked ~"Guessing there a lot I miss out on" Except. She sounded happy despite it because she were home now and she had all the time  in the world to catch up.

[02:04] F3L1X would nod his head once in acknowledgement "Yes we are vastly different. one i am not a female...two...you are white..." he'd state several more blatantly obvious differences before stopping as he probably felt he'd made his point by then and then gave an odd crooked *am i doing this right?* kind of smile "yes...pleased...that is the word i meant.." he'd nod again before looking up to the new person "night?" he'd ask before looking up "is it night? i thought the sun was rising..hm...." his voice was monotonous to a degree before he'd take the moment to -stare- at the new person talking to the both of them "you are missing the melanin in your skin as well... do you also have albinism?" he'd ask. once more, a blatant question.

[02:05] Gaius Centair (azlum.revnik) didn't even try to move from the viscous hug attack from the little Nemi, in fact Oyvind actually 'liked' being hugged by her. Which might come as a surprise to those who knew him. The tall Norwegian giant was not easily moved from the place he stood, so while she latched onto him it might feel like she was attached to a tree or a metal pole. His clawed hands would hesitantly reach out and around Nemi's back if allowed and lock her into his own version of a hug. "It is nice to see you little Nemi. It has been a rather long time. It brings me great joy to be put in your presence. Soothing to the stone that encompasses me..." Oyvind said in a rather low hum. He peered over to Renie and offered her a nod, "I hope she will be. Our last encounter was rather unpleasant, she was very angry with me..." He turned back down to Nemi and attempted to take his index clawed finger and trace it along her cheek and jaw. "Little Nemi has grown very lovely. I would not imagine to see you dressed as such, but I find it fitting." Oyvind was offering Nemi a compliment, which he hoped she'd understand. There were many times that the man wasn't entirely direct enough. "I should hope to spend some time with you soon, yes?"

[02:12] Dr. Clemens Vinter took a moment to observe the pair with professional curiosity. The pale woman in particular managed to captivate his attention despite the man being a peculiar sight of grunge and robotics. His fine-cut lips squirmed together in a passing tic of thought. "Excuse me for my bluntness," he chimed in, "but if you require counsel regarding social norms and behavior, I could be of some help to you." His smile tugged oddly into his cheeks, dimpling them but never reaching high enough to touch his eyes. "I have some form of oculocutaneous albinism, yes," returning Felix's direct question with a direct answer of his own. "We are several hours away, my good man. While I cannot tell you the exact time, I'm sure to say we're past midnight."

[02:15] "Nemi" leans her head into the clawed fingers, her gaze shuttering for a moment as she listens to his words "Nemi still is the woman who wears paint more often than not, clothing is immaterial...or she guess it is material since this is fabric, but Nemi wears what she finds...Mi Penas like to dress Nemi up" That is the probably with being the actual youngest girl in the family...all your big sisters dress you up like a doll. Even if Oyvind had been easier to move, he wouldn't have likely budged from the crow's slight weight, her body not having gained any mass from the last time he had seen her "aye....Nemi is going to be gone for a little bit. She and her mate are getting....married" She wrinkles her nose slightly, mostly cause Nemi and Kenzie still have very little concept of a wedding. keeping her arms round the large man, Nemi would turn and fully greet Renie "Greet you Pena, you is looking well tonight...It has been good da?" Her hat has fallen back from her face, almost falling off and there is an almost stiffness to the hug, as if she is waiting for something, or there is something wrong, her muscles barely twitching under that strong grip. "You still lk like you Mr. Tall...and your hair got so long" She'd pet it but she's not unlatching herself yet, but soon....hunting needs to be done soon, the pooling of emotions through the differing bonds and the blips to her phone driving her mad.

[02:17] Molly Moreau (patina.barineaux) pinched the bridge of her nose.  Felix was rather blunt in his delivery and in some ways, Molly imagined this was how it was to talk to herself.  This was a strange comfort to the girl. A manner in which she could begin to navigate the conversation to an extent.  " Yes, you are correct. You are a man and I am, as I appear, a woman.  Or was when I got dressed this morning. " This was an attempt at a joke, but she continued on with the thought " Not that it matters either way in the end. Man or woman or what makes you comfortable works in the end or what have you.  And yes, you are most certainly a shade of something far beyond white.  Closer to the oppossite I would say. "    No mind was paid to the filth about Felix as she stepped closer to the man and fence and turned to properly regard the suited man.  " I would hazard to go further  as to say we're coming closer to dawn, but not just yet.  "  She offered a slight smile and continued. " What sort of counsel would you offer on the matter of social norms?  You do not strike me as some sort of drug peddler, though my expirience with such has been a bit  narrow, to be honest. "  She glanced toward the sudden motions of blurred shapes connecting with other blurred shapes and an ear perked to the conversation for an explination. Hugging.

[02:22] Renie Vãduvã (aylin.daviau) looked on then she blushed again before shaking her head ~"Not thinking anger linger now, maybe happy just seeing you" Nodding. Renie believes this, other than that little comment she left them be to reunite and focuses on her cigar which went out again! Scowling at it she struggled to light it then success, it burned brightly and she stared at it in wonder. Taking her gaze from the cigar, Nemi and the pale haired man she quickly peeked in curiosity at the people outside the bistro but didn't try too hard to listen to their conversation but she did a little count in her head at all the white hair, luminescent she wanted to touch. Her hand reached out then it froze mid air and slowly she drew it back to her side well before she could do something humiliating. The voice calls her back then she smiles, nodding ~"Likewise pena, liking yer hat" Renie wants to touch that too but she forces her hand still ~"Da thankyou, very good" Hesitated then she livened up again "Kasi move in, but  maybe she sleeping fer

[02:22] Renie Vãduvã (aylin.daviau):  now" Tone told so much like she were missing her and holding something back. She weren't so sure it was right to tell without asking first but she would very soon!. ~"So many wedding, it going to be here?" Renie had seen her father get married and had loved it, she would love to witness Nemi and Kenzies day too unless they were eloping.

[02:25] F3L1X would nod his head softly down to molly before he'd stop at the joke. he obviously didn't understand it "You were a woman but now you are not? that is a strange happening in the middle of your...oh that was a joke wasn't it?..." he'd state lightly before he'd stop and turn to the sir speaking to them, glancing behind to see the hugging creature nemi clinging to the man like a parasite, or something less...parasite and more moss to a tree perhaps?...something of the sort before back to the man and molly "I believe he means counseling as in speech, of what to help us with... our...predicament.." he'd say slowly as he attempted to find the word for what it was before he'd look back to the two and down to molly whom had inched close to him beside the fence. he'd give a kind of tilt in his head in thought before speaking once more "Though if drugs are involved im afraid my body would probably defeat its purpose before it made its way into helping me at all.."

[02:28] Gaius Centair (azlum.revnik) would have been smiling once again if he could, but alas, could not. "Yes, they are all just materials applied to the real 'you' but nevertheless clothing or not, little Nemi looks rather lovely wearing them. Paint or no paint. I would not have recognized you." Offering her what he deemed as a compliment. "Married?.." Oyvind asked with a perked brow. "I see, I am rather joyed to hear such things, little one. Congratulations, perhaps I shall bring you a gift when I am able to see you next." The Norwegian giant didn't release his arms from the little crow just yet until she wished to release him. "Yes, my hair has grown as you can see, and the shade is slightly different." He'd gesture to a portion of his locks so she might see that it was silver instead of blond as it was supposed to be. He turned back to Renie and gave a short nod, "I do hope that is the case. I had not seen her so angry with me prior to that day." He also left out the part where Kasi was wanting to molest his female form. Yes Oyvind was XYA, but he didn't often take the female form now that he was able to control it. "I am needing to see Nyxander and Zeluren as soon as I leave here, I assume they will want to hear a report from me...." Oyvind knew how much Nyx cared for Nemi and assumed he still did. It was actually kind of adorable.

[02:31] Dr. Clemens Vinter extended his hand to whomever taking it first. "Allow me an introduction first. Clemens Vinter." Whether his hand was taken for a shake or not, "The type of counsel where we sit in private, the hour meant for you alone to explore and further understand yourself. While I have yet to acquire an office in this here town, I do consider myself an adequate psychiatrist." His smile, which hadn't dwindled nor strengthened for a while, was becoming strange in its stillness. "It is only a predicament if it obstructs you in your daily life." A pause, head tilting in curiosity. "Does it obstruct you in your daily life?" A soft shake took hold of his head. "No, I assure you it does not. At least not at first, not without an understanding towards its usage." With his back faced the others upon the crossroad he showed no sign of listening in. As a good psychiatrist should, these two people before him were the sole carriers of his attention.

[02:37] Molly Moreau (patina.barineaux) cast a glare back at Felix after the mention of her speech. " There is nothing wrong with the way I speak. Why do people say that? I simply avoid the use of contractions as that is how I was raised. "   There was far more to it than that, but in polite company, the details were best left to vague reference. " It is a pleasure to make your aquaintence, Dr. Celemens Vinter.  " She accepted the man's hand for a single shake of her own  " My name is Molly and this is Felix. There is more to his name than that, but as an aquaintance, I can and will claim my ignorance rather than laziness in introductions. "   Molly chuckled. " It is a curious thing you are offering. What is the price and what mehtods do you use in your practice?  Simply talking?"  Her attention focused on the man before her, curiousity piqued.

[02:37] "Nemi" nods her head a few times to Renie's question, brightening slightly at Kasi's name...she had missed her firebrand niece" Da, We is having it on the beach...because of Kenzie...Nemi gotta go find a good spot tonight..." Her voice slips a bit more into her soft accent as he speaks to Renie, just like it does when she speaks to any of the older Roms, her own broadening to unconsciously mimic theirs. "You tell Kasi-penayaki to come visit her Beebee sometime soon, same home as before." Yes Nemi is a hugging monster who is much more like a parasite than a nice moss...maybe a piece of climbing ivy. She doesn't notice Felix, or she'd greet him. Her body is happily cuddled into Oyvinds, taking in his familiar but not scent, reacquainting herself with it, her lips twitching in a smile, no an outright grin "Mr. Lickey-Da is walking Nemi down the aisle" She says up to Oyvind, trailing her fingers briefly through silver hair before finally pulling back "He and Lord Lovely moved, but Nemi can show you where they is

[02:37] Nemi Vãduvã (shadowcat1811): is living if you wants" She offers, bouncing lightly on her toes, the shiny stones in her hat tapping against each other "Nemi will never turn down good presents...bad ones yes..Nemi turns down people trying to present her with injuries quite often" If Oyvind takes her invitation to be led to Nyxanders and Zeluren's home, Nemi would lead him there and show him her little nest that had been made...if not she will likely hug him a bit more and than slip out into the forest (( it's 5:30 in the morning. I'm dying here and need to be up in a few hours, g'night all))

[02:44] Renie Vãduvã (aylin.daviau) smiled then she nodded again ~"Looking forward to it pena, sure it be a lovely day" Ashing the cigar and looking worn herself, tired! she all the same held that smile ~"Da of course, I tell her soon but maybe now needing rest" Renie blinked slowly then lifted her hand, small fingers wriggling but she were stoned too and somehow it weren't the same without her sister there gripping her hand, she didn't sense any distress so she knew her comment about Kasi being safe was true. ~"Were nice meeting you" A smile flashed then she started to pad off back toward home and bed!.

[02:45] F3L1X would look over still to the few in the background before back down to molly and furrowing his brows "I did not say that your speech was a problem i meant to say that he would help us with his speaking...or as he just said medical grade pharmesuticals of some sort if that is what it would take after speaking with us.." he'd state again before looking her over some and then up to the man, the words Molly spoke and the giggles, putting two together he'd think perhaps this was some kind of joke? he'd try to remember that for the future, even if the mannerisms of it seemed rather odd and waiting a moment as molly shook his hand, he went to shake Dr. Clemens hand too! obviously because thats how he was told greeting people worked. and it was probably not the best idea, given that Clemens hand was now covered in the finger prints etched on felix's hands from the oil and tar stains in his fingers "Designation F three L one X...Felix is my name..." he'd say softly while staring down between the two

[02:46] Gaius Centair (azlum.revnik) cocked his head to the side once hearing her speak of a 'Mr. Lickey-Da. What the hell was that, he couldn't even fathom what she meant by that so for now, Oyvind just gave a nod as if he understood. However, he did understand her gesture to take him to his father's new place of residence. "Yes that would be lovely, Nemi." Oyvind then turns to Renie and offers her a polite bow, "It was nice to meet you Renie, I should hope to see you soon. Give Kasi my regards...." With that, he and Nemi made their way down the street. Now the player was going to die in his bed.

[02:50] Dr. Clemens Vinter held Molly's hand for a time longer than what most people would consider socially acceptable. It was as if the good doctor was verifying a thing or two about her through touch, something that couldn't partake in a brushing touch. As for his own, his skin was smooth, absent of callosus to suggest this man had ever taken up on hard labour. "A true pleasure indeed, Molly. Felix." Clemens bowed his head at both of them upon using their names for the first time. When Felix went in for a good shake, however, something twitched above his brows, almost pulling at them, but not quite. Even for a while he forgot to blink, the feeling of oily tar seeping into his hand, coating it. "...Do not worry yourself, Molly," he said, regaining his composure. "There is nothing wrong with the way you speak. It is just not in the patience of people to understand you." Taking a moment to pluck the handkerchief from his breast pocket to clean his hand, "I don't believe pharmaceutical drugs will be in order considering your...

[02:50] Dr. Clemens Vinter:  anatomy." Clemens spoke with caution, unsure whether he had just offended them or not. He fiddled through the inside pocket of his coat, retrieving two marble-white cards which letterings glistened like engraved gold. "This should tell you everything which you need to know about my practice," he murmured while extending the cards for them to take.

[02:54] Molly Moreau (patina.barineaux)  was not convinced that Felix wasn't talking about her, but she would let that go like everything else. It was easier than being so terribly upset about pretty much everything, and she had fair reason to be upset given the series of events that were her strange life.   " So far I am interested.. "  Molly hadn't paid much mind to the extended handshake, but did note the smoothness of the man's hand, something matching her own in a sense.  She committed the small fact along with the man's name to memory and took the card, bringing it closer to her face so she could see just what it said.

[02:58] F3L1X would as well take the other card, looking down upon it with a normal distance before glancing over to molly and watching her stick the paper so close to her face "do you require glasses to see, Molly?" he'd ask softly while looking down upon her and then back to the man "Anatomy? ...40 percent of my body is still human, what would my anatomy have to with such a thing? i am curious.." he'd ask softly as if he'd not really gotten what he meant by the statement but mostly understood everything around it. watching down to the hand cleaning he just seemed to furrow his brows and found it rather odd. but other than that he stood quietly beside molly as they conversed

[03:03] Dr. Clemens Vinter felt inclined to wash his hands now than anything else. It made it hard for the dandy to concentrate. As for the card in question, its lettering regarded the doctor's name, title, work number and hourly rates, all which seemed affordable despite the day and age they lived in. "Well, you did mention that your body would defeat the purpose of drug usage," he said, a fluttering frown sketching across his brows. "Or did I mishear you?" His baby blues kept darting for the Bistro, but knowing the time, for it to be open was a tragic unlikelihood. "Now... if you two would excuse me," he mumbled, nodding his farewell. "I'm looking forward to meeting both of you again." Unless halted in some way, the alabaster head made off with purposeful strides. Surely, there must be a public resting room for him to wash his hands at in peace. Surely.

[03:06] Molly Moreau (patina.barineaux) tucked the card away alongside a napkin with a number she'd been given earlier. Perhaps it was time to make sure her phone was functioning. " I thank you for your offer of service, doctor.  Do have a good evening. "  Molly waved a second time and looked back to Felix " You did say that you could not do drugs, in so many words. Did you mean something other than what was said?"

[03:10] F3L1X would search a moment for words he knew in his lexicon. he'd stated that he could not take drugs but he was curious of what was meant about his anatomy. he apparently didn't fit the two together as they spoke to him and he would govern thats what had just happened "I apologize i don't beleive I understood what was said. uhm...no i meant nothing else..." he'd state calmly while looking to see the man search about for something and he would look in the direction of the bistro as well. which at this time was probably closed before he'd turn to take the card and *blink* rather awkwardly, he'd taken a picture of it and saved it to memory...literally before setting it down within his pockets and looking about "I thank you as well. the offer will be remembered Doctor..." he'd say quietly with a smile