Suteki Da Ne~ Afterwards

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Characters: Everyone invited and anyone who can justify being in Luca on the day of the ceremony (mad clowns not allowed)
Progress: Ongoing
Summary: After the ceremony!
Location: Luca, southern beach
Date: Friday, June 18, 1804
Warnings: We'll have to wait and see

In order to avoid Kefka showing up and destroying the place, Yuna and Tidus had kept the date and the preparations, on the whole, very on the down-low. So far Kefka hadn't actually gone to Luca, that they knew of, and neither of them had made big announcements about the date over the network. Most of the city knew, of course, as well as their friends, but they hoped that was as far as it had gone. Still, most of the wedding party had weapons in reserve, and the guests probably did, too.

But the wedding of a High Summoner was a Big Deal to native Spirans, and the fact that her groom was her Guardian and a skilled Blitzball player definitely drew more interest, leading many of the people in the city who hadn't gotten invitations to show up anyway just to try and catch a glimpse. There was no formal reception, but a large spread of food had been set up down the beach just a little ways, guarded from thieves and onlookers by more Blitz players until the ceremony was actually over. There was also a small musical group off to the side, playing various melodies for whomever wanted to dance. It was a social gathering, mainly, a time to talk and mingle, meet new friends and say hello to old ones, and maybe play a prank or two.

Just not on the newlyweds, please.

((ooc: If you can justify being in Luca, you can come to the party, invite or no. Since there's no real separation of areas, there will be no location subthreads. Just go ahead and tag away! Threadhopping and ninjatagging encouraged!))

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It had taken Blank a long while to build up the courage to approach Mjrn considering what he had told her over the phone. He didn't want to crowd her, but they had agreed to meet at some point in Luca. So, he eventually made his way over.

She looked amazing! Blue really suited her, and the dress really showed her legs off in the best possible way. It made him feel really short when he was next to her, but he didn't mind so much.

"Mjrn. You look beautiful."

[dewdrop-pebbles.livejournal.com]

Mjrn turned at the sound of Blank's voice with a soft smile, pleased to see him even though she was still a bit thrown by earlier revelations. Still, she did her best to try and not make her nervousness visible. Blank already seemed to feel bad enough for mentioning it, and she didn't want him feeling worse. As a result, she stopped toying with the otherwise-neglected champagne glass.

"Thank you, Blank. It is good to see you again, truly."

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"It's good to see you too, Mjrn." He smiled up at her, giving his best confident smile - years of experience as an actor came in handy sometimes. He rocked on the balls of his feet looking out over the beach.

"I just wanted to apologise again for the phone call. Sometimes I should learn to keep my mouth shut. I, I don't want it to come between us. Still friends?" He once more looked up at her, a slight sadness dancing in usually hidden crimson eyes.

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That provoked a quick nod and a reassuring hand-squeeze . "Of course. To do otherwise was never my intention, but--join me." Mjrn indicated heading further away from the wedding crowd, wanting more privacy. She didn't want to have this conversation in earshot of any possible audience. They were self-conscious enough.

She paused and stared off at the waves after reaching a certain distance. "I am not upset, Blank. What I am is...surprised. I had not expected to hear such words." Her thought process was threatening to jumble, so she paused and took a moment. "You know of what the past few months have been to me. It...has not been an easy transition. Only lately have I felt able to move forward with my life again, or at least I have begun to do so."

There's a quick, shy glance darted his way as she struggles to convey what's on her mind. She knows it's better to do this in person than over the phone, but that doesn't necessarily make it easier. "What I mean to say is...your words, they were not unwelcome. However, I fear what might occur should something beyond friendship be pursued too swiftly. It would not be fair to either of us were that to happen."

Enough of staring at the ocean and quick glances. Mjrn forced herself to be stronger than that and stared right at him. It was important to her that he understand it not to be an actual rejection, even as she needed time to get used to the idea. "Please...be patient with me?"

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Blank followed Mjrn, almost like a lost little puppy. Usually when people wanted to talk in private it was bad news, and he had mentally prepared himself for the worst, waiting for the words of rejection to come. When they didn't, he was surprised, shocked even, but pleasantly so.

He knew it couldn't have been easy for her losing Reks, and then the dragon assault and everything else that was going on in the world. He hadn't meant to let his feelings out, he never meant to put extra pressure on Mjrn or trouble her any more than she already was.

Her words were soothing. He ould be patient. Even if nothing else came of it but friendship he would be content. He took her hand, pressing a soft, polite kiss to the back of it, before releashing it just as quickly. "I would never wish to force your hand, Mjrn. I would wait forever."

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That gesture and his words caused a small smile to curve her lips. "I know not what I did to deserve such sentiment...." She wasn't fishing for compliments, truly puzzled...but undeniably touched.

Her gaze drifted to those moving in time to the music. Suddenly, it seemed like a fine idea. She straightened and turned her attention back to him. "Would you care to dance?"

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At Mjrn's question Blank gave a nod of his head. A smile crept its way into his lips. He truly did enjoy her company. She was just so sweet and so different to most of the other girls he met.

"I would love nothng more, Mjrn." He held out his hand for her to take. Always the gentleman.

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Mjrn took his hand and headed toward the dancers. The music was light and with a simple beat, easy enough to follow. Compared to the sometimes complicated dances at the royal balls, Mjrn felt this was pretty easy to follow. She paused at the edge of the dance area, turning to Blank and ready to let him start them off.

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Blank watched the dancers for a moment, before giving Mjrn's hand a gentle squeeze, smiling at her. "Shall we?"

He wrapped an arm around her waist, his other hand leeping hold of hers. She really was incredibly tall, even more noticably so when they danced.

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"Aye." There was a small nod from Mjrn, who couldn't help but respond to his smile with a soft one of her own. She wasn't sure what would end up happening between them, but for now, it was nice just to enjoy being in his company. If the height difference made her uncomfortable, it didn't show. She listened to the music a moment, then began to move in time with him at the next beat.

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Blank couldn't keep his eyes off Mjrn's as they danced. His head tilted a little to look up at her, a lazy smile lingering on his lips. She made him feel so happy. Just being near her increased his mood so much. He never felt lonely when she was nearby.

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For a moment, Mjrn wondered if her impulse decision was a mistake. Would dancing be too awkward, now that she knew? Should she have advocated another idea instead, one more likely to give them a break from such thoughts? But...looking at smile of Blank's, Mjrn's worries subsided. He was happy, at peace. Seeing him such was definitely worth a dance or two. And so a soft smile formed on her lips as she looked back at him, content to dance as long as he wanted.

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"You're a really good dancer, Mjrn." So wonderfully elegant and naturally graceful. She looked beautiful when she danced -- well, she looked beautiful all the time, but that was beside the point.

Dancing and charming the ladies had been taught to Blank by Baku and Marcus early on. It was a useful skill when winning over a woman and robbing her blind. But with Mjrn there was no acting, only true, real emotion.

[dewdrop-pebbles.livejournal.com]

Mjrn felt the heat rise in her cheeks at that, grateful that she had gained that skill while in Gaia. Natural grace helped, but so did all those balls and other events that taught her how. Her smile grew self-conscious, though pleased.

"Thank you. You are, as well." And she meant it. Blank seemed to know what he was doing, and that in turn made her more confident. She didn't have to worry as much about awkwardness, in that case. He made it very easy to move along with the music and forget about everything else.

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A blush lingered on Blank's cheeks as they continued to dance. As the song came to an end, Blank took a step back from Mjrn, and gave a polite bow. "Thank you for allowing me the honour of dancing with you, Ms. Mjrn."

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Mjrn bowed in kind, a warm smile on her lips as she straightened afterward. "The honor is mine, Mr. Blank." She glanced around as the music wound to a close, starting up again a moment later with another tune. "...I am not familiar with this one." And she wasn't sure if she could so easily mimic the movements, either. There was a questioning glance to him; if he wanted to stay, she wouldn't object, though she was certain to enjoy the festivities with him regardless of whether or not there was more dancing.

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Blank noticed the unease in Mjrn's glance and took her hand, giving the back of it a polite kiss. "Perhaps a drink to refresh us after such a dance?" He didn't want to make her uncomfortable in any way.

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Mjrn smiled, nodding quickly enough. "Aye, that is a welcome idea. Let us go." She turned away from the other dancers, prepared to sit somewhere and relax instead.