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[artemistardust.livejournal.com]

Characters: Rosa and anyone in Troia who helped with the pirate situation
Progress: Ongoing
Summary: Rosa thanks everyone for coming to her aid
Location: Troia
Date: Early Feb
Warnings: Vayne being a creeper? None really for now


Cecil's departure had very nearly set Rosa's world upside down. In fact, she had come to wonder how she was still upright. Rydia's arrival had been a blessing, as the summoner had practically forced her to sleep and even though she'd slept fitfully, at least she'd rested some. Something was always better than nothing.

She'd done what she could for the people of Troia, following Vayne's strategical suggestions thoroughly. Once reinforcements had arrived, the pirates had been conquered and Rosa could now rest easily. As soon as she had finished patching up those who had been injured in the subsequent battles and made sure the citizens were all right still, Rosa knew she needed to thank those who had come to her aid. Without them, she and the town of Troia would have been overrun in a matter of minutes.

So, she'd issued an order for everyone to either meet in the middle of the town or to allow her to find them. With any luck at all, those who had assisted her would allow her this one final request.


((OOC: feel free to create separate threads or whatever you guys feel like doing. If you need a Rosa specifically, specify that you're looking for her, or I'll just assume she found them to thank them.))


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[eidolon-soul.livejournal.com]

Rydia was around, of course. Ever since she arrived, the summoner did her best to help alleviate Rosa's burden even at the expense of her own rest. Perhaps it was hypocritical, but Rydia didn't care. Though Cecil's departure affected Rydia deeply, it had to affect Rosa far more, and the strain of leading Troia hardly helped that.

She did her best to echo Rosa's aid wherever her friend couldn't be at the moment, filling in the gaps and seeing that restoratives were distributed wherever they needed to be. Urgent matters were seen to with all due haste, anything else noted for later, when time could be spared. At the moment, only the essentials mattered.

Upon hearing the order, Rydia of course complied. Though Troia wasn't her hometown and she wasn't ruling or leading it, it was still her home in Gaia. The people who arrived to aid them deserved thanks, and Rydia would happily do her part there.

[artemistardust.livejournal.com]

Rosa would never be able to tell Rydia just what her support meant and how much she appreciated all the help the summoner was giving her. If Rydia hadn't been there for her, Rosa knew she would have crumbled. With Cecil's disappearance and then the pirate attack, so much had been shoved on her shoulders at once that Rosa hadn't known where to begin. She was so fortunate to have allies and friends who were willing to lend her their aid when she was so desperate for help.

Thus, Rydia was one of the first people Rosa sought out and eventually found. As soon as she found her friend, a hug ensued. It was quickly obvious that while Rosa was still exhausted from everything, she was in much better spirits than she had been upon Rydia's arrival in Troia. The pirates were gone and Rosa had support. The only thing that could have made it better was for Cecil to be there.

"Rydia... thank you. Troia is safe again thanks in part to your aid."

[eidolon-soul.livejournal.com]

The hug was definitely welcome; Rydia leaned into it and hugged back warmly. Her expression softened upon seeing Rosa in a brighter mood. After the heartache of seeing her in such low spirits earlier, that meant a great deal. "I'm glad to have done my part, Rosa. This is my home for a while, and how could I claim that if I didn't defend it? Thankfully, we didn't have to do it alone. I really want to find Lord Vayne and the others with him, to offer my thanks."

She paused, looking over the white mage. "Now that the crisis is over, I hope you'll let me poke you into getting some real rest. You have to need it, after all that."

[artemistardust.livejournal.com]

"He is around, I'm certain," Rosa commented in return. "I also would like to thank him."

She smiled and gave a small blush at Rydia's request. "There's still so much to do." But of course, she knew Rydia wouldn't let her go without making her promise. "I will. I just can't yet. I have to thank so many people still."

Rosa glanced around at everyone around them momentarily before returning her focus to Rydia. "Are you going to find the Lunar Whale once everyone leaves?"

[dynast-king.livejournal.com]

Vayne strode through the streets of Troia, masking his satisfaction with himself and how his plans were working out. As expected, the pirates were eliminated easily, and people were hailing him as a hero. The Lady Rosa received much of the accolades as well, which was unfortunate, but expected. Still, he found himself now highly welcomed, and his pleasure grew with every step.

Still, humility was required still in this situation. He gently rebuffed the praise being lavished on him, claiming it to be nothing more that public service. He knew exactly what to say to win over a crowd. Look how he'd had the Dalmascans eating out of his hand.

If only there were a way to reach that voice in the wind, and set it straight. Perhaps it had been nothing more than his imagination, the mind filling in for Venat, although in a less flattering way. He nearly courted it in his thinking, daring it to come forth now that the first step had been taken. The first of many. He would be hailed as Dynast-King, both here and in Ivalice.


((ooc: He's up for being approached, or he'll find you guys, either way. He really wouldn't mind a word or two with Rosa.))

[eidolon-soul.livejournal.com]

On her way to Rosa, Rydia spotted the man who accumulated excited attention wherever he went. She had seen his work in Wutai, of course, and his generosity was again made apparent with this recent crisis. Given how very badly Rosa had needed the support, Rydia was quite grateful for it and the chance to say as much.

Approaching, Rydia smiled and tried to look less weary than she felt. Rest could be had after she could be sure of getting Rosa to seek it also and that wasn't going to be for a while yet. "Lord Vayne. It's a pleasure to see you again, especially now. I can't thank you enough for what you've done to help Troia."

[dynast-king.livejournal.com]

He held up a hand to forestall the formal title. "Please, I insist that you call me by name. There is no need for formalities here. In these lands, and my own, I am nothing more than a public servant." Vayne glanced around, taking in the city which had been spared a naval invasion and nodded firmly. "I am relieved to see our endeavours successful. However, if you will forgive me saying, you appear weary. All must rest after their labours."

[eidolon-soul.livejournal.com]

Rydia shrugged, ready to downplay any exhaustion on her part. She was a little disappointed that it showed despite her attempt to hide it, but the summoner was never that great at concealing her status. "Now that the crisis is over, I'm sure rest will be had. However, my first priority is Rosa and her welfare. Once she has done so, I'll get around to it." A change of subject was needed. "I thought I heard someone say that you departed from Narshe. Is this true?"

[artemistardust.livejournal.com]

As much as Rosa told everyone that she wasn't really responsible for the fact that Troia was now pirate-free, they insisted on thanking her and as long as everyone was all right with everything, she'd be okay, too. Still, she looked around for the faces she needed to see, making her way over to one in particular.

She owed Vayne a great deal of her thanks and he was the most important one for her to find right now. As soon as she arrived next to him, Rosa smiled politely.

"Lord Vayne. Your assistance has saved many of us and allowed us to rest more easily. I cannot thank you enough."

[dynast-king.livejournal.com]

"There is no need for titles among friends, is there?" he asked stoically of Rosa. Vayne bestowed a half-smile on the white mage, possibly the warmest expression he was known to show and dipped his head. "And I must protest you laying gratitude at my feet as well. I am pleased that I have found a way to be of service to the greater good."

[dragoon-rising.livejournal.com]

Kain happened to notice as the man strode by. He hadn't really met him, only seeing him at a distance at some earlier point. Kain had been much too involved with his own part in the midst of battle to directly speak with him until now. He didn't even feel that he had much to say, aside from being grateful for how much he'd helped Rosa particularly...

"Your assistance was appreciated, Lord Vayne."

[dynast-king.livejournal.com]

Vayne shook his head to forestall further thanks. Internally, he was quite pleased to at last be acknowledged for his deeds, but knew too well that humility was a necessary measure to ensure future accolades of greater worth. "I am only pleased that I was able to be of help here, and that peace has been restored. You too played a part here, did you not?"

[sixth-sefira.livejournal.com]

Sephiroth left the pirate prisoner he'd managed to catch during the last of the fighting and headed into the town proper to seek out Vayne. Nothing of much use had been learned from the man and some of that he still was trying to decide if it had been a bid to catch interest and keep the man breathing longer or actual honest truth. Considering the man's attitude and body language throughout the capture and questioning, he was currently leaning toward the former and thus the fact there was little use in keeping the man in his custody any longer.

Of course leaving the privacy of the ship where he'd secured the prisoner to seek out his employer meant he had to deal with the people of the city hindering his progress unintentionally due to their desire to thank him for his part in the rescue of their town. He dealt with the obstacles with good grace since he knew the people meant well, even if he didn't really care too much for such lavish expressions of praise. In his experience so far, while fame had its upside in perks...the misery it also could bring wasn't worth it it in the end run.

Finally finding the man he sought, Sephiroth now had the interesting challenge of actually getting close to him ...or he could wait until crowd thinned and went on their way. On reflection, he decided to wait on the edge of those around the man until either he caught Vayne's attention or the crowd dispersed and he could get to him without having to deal with more of the well-meaning townspeople.

[arrogant-flirt.livejournal.com]

Edge was always happy to help his friends. Helping Troia out was no exception, yet it served to remind him of his responsibility back home. He could only hope the repairs were going well despite his absence.

He walked off alone, away from the festivities and looked out over the war, realizing that rebuilding cities would be a mainstay of his existence from here on out. He knew he would stay and help Rosa until he was no longer needed, yet he was still unsettled in this new world.

[eidolon-soul.livejournal.com]

Rydia did her best to thank everyone, see to the townspeople's needs, and ensure that Rosa didn't wear herself out. Some of that was at her own expense. It had been a long day, and she was feeling it, but pride and stubbornness were so far keeping her upright. The summoner wouldn't crash until she was certain Rosa could, and that was that.

She noticed Edge head off alone, but couldn't join him right then...and didn't want to interrupt. Everyone needed some time alone to themselves, even though she often teased Kain about going off to brood. At some point, though, Rydia knew she needed a break and stepped away from the crowd and toward the water, resolving to be away no longer than a few moments. Just enough to catch her breath before heading back over.

[arrogant-flirt.livejournal.com]

Edge just stood there looking out over the water. Lowering his voice for privacy as he stepped closer he plainly asked Rydia, "Will she be ok?" Even he was unsure whether he was speaking of Rosa, Troia, or his own beloved Eblan.

He stole a glance at Rydia noting her fatigue as he recognized that he could not stand here all night allowing her to pull his weight.

no pun intended, I swear

[artemistardust.livejournal.com]

After a while, Rosa finally managed to disentangle herself from the work she was doing. Not aware that Edge was mingling nearby, she walked to the edge to breathe and relax a little bit. She was too tired for this. Maybe Rydia was right. Maybe she'd need to rest soon.

should I stop to smell the Rosas?

[arrogant-flirt.livejournal.com]

Edge turned and saw that Rosa had managed to distance herself from the crowd. Even from this distance, he could see the exhaustion emanating from her. If she didn't begin taking care of herself, she would be of no use to anyone. Closing this distance between them, he sported his trademark smile.

"Rosa. It's been a while."

[dragoon-rising.livejournal.com]

Kain had no intentions to linger around Troia once all was settled. He'd pushed himself as always to do his best during the conflict against the pirates. Now, with that done... he felt that his purpose here was quickly coming to an end. He would have to see if the others were ready to depart soon.

But he was somewhat torn on whether or not to follow though with Rosa's request. At the moment, he didn't want to be around much of a crowd... so he remained at some distance, more on the fringes than actually in the middle of the group that had gathered.

[arrogant-flirt.livejournal.com]

It didn't surprise Edge to see Kain away from the energy. Normally, he'd have stayed in the action, but he hadn't seen Kain since his arrival. While everyone was occupied, he sought out the Dragoon, "Glad to see you haven't forgotten how to aim that spear at pirates."

[dragoon-rising.livejournal.com]

There were several reasons why Kain was avoiding socialization... and Edge was certainly one of them. He had taken much caution to avoid him until now. But he knew it wasn't going to remain that way forever.

Kain narrowed his eyes. "Believe it or not, I know who my enemy is..."

[eidolon-soul.livejournal.com]

After a while, Rydia spotted him as she also sought a break from the crowd and the noise that went with it. She hoped that her weariness didn't show as much as she was feeling it, while heading over. Upon reaching the dragoon, she looked him over to see if he needed tending. It was very likely that pride might keep him from admitting any need in that regard.

[dragoon-rising.livejournal.com]

Kain should have known he couldn't avoid any of the others. He'd pushed himself and was definitely still doing so now, trying to ensure that no signs of battle-weariness showed too badly. "I'm fine," he remarked upon seeing the way she was looking him over. "...and we emerged victorious, fortunately..."

/delayed sob

[artemistardust.livejournal.com]

Rosa eventually managed to disentangle herself from the masses. She moved to the outskirts to get a little breathing room and that was when she noticed Kain. A warm smile lit her face and she walked slowly over, hoping he wouldn't run off on her. The knowledge that so many of her friends and companions from home would help her in her time of need never ceased to make her heart warm and now was no different.

"Kain," she spoke once she was close enough. "Thank you for coming... and for helping."

not a problem! XD

[dragoon-rising.livejournal.com]

Kain froze up for a moment, hesitating. He'd had a rough time going through Memoria and too much of that had involved Rosa. He'd been afraid to approach her up until now because of that. Yet even though he should be a failure in her eyes, it didn't seem she felt that way... and seeing that she was so happy gave him a mix of feelings.

"I owed it to you and to Troia to do what I could." Despite how anxious he'd felt about seeing her, something about her presence always seemed to put him at ease. "...but you're welcome, nonetheless."