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[scythedance]

[There's a very tall man that appears on the camera, and he looks rather shy. He's new at this, so he isn't sure how the charm is suppose to work, but none the less, those who can see his background will notice that he has. Quite a bit of flowers blooming in the back. It seems like they've been in bloom for a short while, but he isn't entirely sure what to do with these flowers, now that he has them all sent out to the people he. Cares?? about.]

Good afternoon, everyone. My name is Astralin Turnont and as you can see, I have quite a bit of flowers in bloom. If you are wanting a flower or two, or perhaps three, please send me your queries and I will delivery them personally.

You see, my wife is a florist by trade, and I wanted to, ah... Make her proud. I suppose you do not need to know that information, but I am unfamiliar with this.

Anyway, please do seek me out if you would like a bouquet. Thank you.

[Help him, he's dying of embarrassment over here.]

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[wishupona]

Marianne taught me how to make candles as a way to preserve flowers so they wouldn't go bad. If you're worried about them dying before anyone has the chance to enjoy them, I'd be happy to show you?

[Rinoa smiles, waving when she realizes maybe she should have started out with an introduction.]

Konya! My name's Rinoa, Rinoa Heartilly. And I'd be happy to take some flowers, Astralin.

[scythedance]

Ah, Miss. I would be more than happy to learn your ways. I suppose I cannot rely on magic to always keep them alive.

[He pauses, and nods his head in turn. Still a bit awkward when it came to new people, but he's glad to be building the bridge between him and people through flowers. It was nice...]

It is a pleasure to meet you, Miss Heartilly. I shall prepare a proper bouquet then, and send it to you once it is finished. These flowers... Are infused with magic, so they will last a bit longer than a normal flower's lifespan.

[wishupona]

It's more Marianne's way than mine, since she's the one who taught me. But I'd be happy to help. It's pretty simply, so it's not hard to learn or teach.

[Which is good, because Rinoa's historically terrible at handicrafts, but even this is something she can do successfully.]

Rinoa's fine. I promise I'll be sure to enjoy them while they last.

[There's a pause, Rinoa visibly thinking for a moment.]

They're infused with magic?

[scythedance]

Rinoa, then. I would be more than happy to learn this method in person. I gather it is easier to practice in person, than through, ah. This charm.

[Oh. That's right. That look is more than enough to give him to perk up for a moment, his lips somewhat pursed in thought.]

Ah, yes. Some ice magic... To extend their life. I take it that magic is not a common occurrence in your world?

[OH BOY ASTRALIN.]

[wishupona]

Yeah, it really would. I don't know if I'm good enough at candle making to explain verbally.

[Marianne could probably do it, if it wasn't for the fact that she's terribly shy and talking for so long like that might be hard for her friend.]

Ice magic to extend their life? I never would have thought to use it like that.

[Which is true. She's only really used to magic being for combat. Using it for other things is a completely new concept to her. One that she's only experienced recently.]

Magic is... complicated where I'm from. [That's a great way to avoid exposing herself, she's getting good at this]. But I'd love to learn how you use it for things like this!

[scythedance]

May we meet somewhere soon? If... You are not busy, then I would have a moment of your time.

[His anxiety starts to loom over him, new person and all. Still, he tries not to think about it too much. She seemed friendly enough, and she appeared to be quite kind to reveal such methods to him, so there wasn't any reason for him to be nervous... Still, it's hard to break old habits, but none the less, he forces a smile.]

I would be more than happy to show you as well. It is not very entertaining, but I suppose if you want something made with ice, I could make it for you. Miss Kotone and Shinjiro have already gotten an ice flower, and an ice dog sculpture.

[If it's complicated, then he's not going to pry. It wasn't in his nature to do so.]

[wishupona]

Of course! I can always make time to help someone out.

[Honestly, he kind of reminds her of Marianne right now. That thread of uncertainty and anxiety around someone new. Which, considering that's who taught her how to make candles it made sense.

She smiles back in response, happy to encourage him.]

If you're happy to show it. Then I'm happy to watch and learn. It can be like... a skill exchange!

[She pauses, thoughtful.]

So you can use ice to keep flowers alive and you can make things? I guess I have a lot to learn.

[scythedance]

Wonderful. Please let me know when you are available, Rinoa.

[He's never. Found his powers to be particularly impressive, but he's glad that someone will find a use for them here. He's all too happy to show her as well, since he loved flowers and wanted to ensure that they would stay alive for as long as possible.]

Yes. It is not particularly impressive, but I can make small, simple things. I would be happy to make you something; perhaps a cat or a dog you may have had at home?

[wishupona]

No worries, I'll let you know soon. I'm sure we can work something out for the next few days.

[Magic isn't exactly embraced where she's from. It's either something only a select few can use with the help of Guardian forces or the Sorceresses... who also don't have a great reputation. So the fact that magic can be used for more than combat? Groundbreaking to her, because it's been so heavily repressed where she's from.]

I've already got this really cute plush toy that looks exactly like my dog, so I'm good there. But maybe we can come up with something. Or you could just surprise me! Surprises are always nice.

[scythedance]

Excellent. Then it is a deal.

[It's a shame that she already seems to have a plush toy, but he figures that would be better than an ice sculpture anyway. Still, he'll have to think of something for her kindness toward him and helping him out. Never the eager one to learn new things, unless it involved flowers or anything that had to do with agriculture in general.]

I will surprise you with something, I am sure. It will be a gift for showing me kindness.

[If he were anymore polite, he would bow right about now, but he won't.]

But ah, were there any flowers that you wanted in general? I have... Quite a bit, and would not mind making a flower crown, or perhaps a wreath of sorts.

[wishupona]

It's fine really, it's not like I'm doing it because I want something from you. Though I'd never turn down a gift! So don't worry about it too much.

[It's not like she's nice because she's trying to gain something from anyone. She's nice just to be nice.]

Hm... maybe flowers that aren't as popular? Maybe this is gonna sound silly, but I want them to feel wanted too. [And she does, indeed, look a little sheepish for even mentioning it.] A friend of mine said that flowers have feelings so... I want to make sure I keep their feelings in mind too.

[scythedance]

[That... Sounds familiar, and there's a gentle, but genuine smile that appears on his face. It seems to happen every time he speaks, or thinks about his partner, and he can't help but laugh in turn, really.]

Oh? My wife has told me and our husband that flowers have feelings, and that we should care for them as if they have feelings... I suppose that is why these were given such special care. They are words to live by, to be completely honest.

[He cherishes the life of a flower, to be honest. He's both too nice, and sentimental, it seems.]

It is a wonderful mindset to have, Rinoa.