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Post by kotaro7914 on Jul 22, 2011 3:54:56 GMT -5
Kotaro opened the front door of his store, carrying Nesmine in his arms. He walked across the store and up the stairs toward her room. He opened the door and brought her over to her bed. He laid her down on it and sat down in a nearby chair. "Nesmine, are you awake?"
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Post by Yen on Jul 22, 2011 4:00:12 GMT -5
After a few minutes, the grumpy girl stirred, then replied. "No, whad'ya think? Oh... sorry. I guess I owe you another one now. Thanks for bringing me here, you didn't have to do that for me." Nesmine returned her casual half smile, before propping herself up in the chair. "Guess I really messed up this time, yeah?" She asked, a slight look of worry occupying her face. Nesmine didn't usually suffer psychotic break downs so badly, but ever since Kotaro had left her alone, they had become a more frequent issue. Perhaps for the first time, she had learned to miss another person.
"I didn't realize it had gotten so bad, usually I've got more control of these things." She admitted, very embarrassed.
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Post by kotaro7914 on Jul 22, 2011 4:07:18 GMT -5
"Its alright. You could just work it off." He said smiling. "I did have to bring you here. I wasn't going to leave you on the ground." He shook his head." Nesimine, these changes usually happen periodically?" He asked. "If so its no problem either way. You can still eat here and live here. I just want to be ready if it happens." He said. "Nesmine. You felling fine? Cause I can get you something."
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Post by Yen on Jul 22, 2011 4:15:02 GMT -5
"I'm alright, thanks. You've done enough for me today, really. I'm really sorry, they don't usually happen, and I'm usually able to tell them to go away... before, well you know. I don't know why I get them, or how they get control. They're just in there, and it's really frustrating." Nesmine bit her lip til it began to bleed, she was extremely sensitive about these things, she hated to admit to anyone that she needed help. Kotaro had already done so much for her, and she knew it. A part of her worried that she would never really be able to return all the favors that he had given her.
Using her hand, she wiped the small dot of blood of her lips, and gave a funny smile. Everything seemed difficult, but at least there was humor. It was definitely the best part about the world for Nesmine, humor was an outlet. It made the worst things in the world bearable.
Without a word, Nesmine suddenly stood up, and gave Kotaro a tight hug. "Thanks..." she mumbled as she returned to the chair. "You've done so much for me."
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Post by kotaro7914 on Jul 22, 2011 4:20:56 GMT -5
Kotaro nodded and smiled. "I understand Nesmine. But if you hear them again could you tell me? Just a warning so I'll know what I'm dealing with." He saw her bite her lip till it bled. When he saw her smile he smiled as well. At least she was getting some happyness from this.
Then he saw her rise and hug him tightly. He was shocked at first, but recovered and smiled as she sat back down. "Its nothing Nesmine. Just helping you as much as I'm able."
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Post by Yen on Jul 22, 2011 4:25:39 GMT -5
She nodded, "yeah, I'll tell you. They... they don't stick around when you're here. I'm surprised I did all of that back at the train station. I can't remember everything that happened... did I hurt anybody?" Nesmine asked, with worry in her throat. She hated hurting people that didn't deserve it, even though she was often rather careless with her actions and words.
"Why do you care?" Nesmine asked, genuinely curious. There had been a few people down the road that had tired to help, most of whom she'd left behind. When it came to Kotaro, it was as if he had unending patience for the desert urchin.
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Post by kotaro7914 on Jul 22, 2011 4:33:00 GMT -5
"Thank you." He said with a nod. "Strange they don't talk when I'm around." He sighed. "Well, you kinda hit a bunch of people chasing after someone who was bumping into you. No one was seriously hurt though, so don't worry." He said with a reassuring smile.
"Why do I care?" Kotaro said. He hadn't expected that question. He shifted in his seat. "Well, since I've woken up in a mining town I've felt this.....feeling. like I need to help everyone I can. Like its something I'm trying to atone for something." He started to fiddle with his fingers. "I can't give everyone somewhere to live, but you kinda requested it. So I gave you the room. Partially because...I can relate to you. Having no memory of your past."
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Post by Yen on Jul 22, 2011 5:04:21 GMT -5
Nesmine crunched over the words, wondering why he would feel such a thing, but she understood. All she ever felt was that she had to be alone, and that alone was the only way to truly be safe, yet somehow it was as if the feeling was changing. She knew she was looking for something very important, even if she couldn't remember what it was. Though she never imagined that she could possibly be making the journey with a friend.
"We'll find your sister, that's a promise, I owe you that much. And I will make it up to you for hurting all those people, I know that's bound to cost you since you stood up for me. I don't know who you were before you lost your memories, but the important thing for me is that you're a good man now, and an even better friend. I'm really grateful that you've helped me, and I promise it will pay off in the end." She smiled. "I may be just some dirty merc, but if I give you my word, it's an oath. Never broke a promise."
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Post by kotaro7914 on Jul 22, 2011 11:09:27 GMT -5
Kotaro gave a nod. "Thank you Nesmine. And don't worry about it, you weren't really yourself then and it won't cause me to lose too much." He smiled. "I'm thankful that you want to help me and that you swear an oath to it, but really there's no need. I'll help you find whatever it is your looking for. You don't need to help me to stay here."
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Post by Yen on Jul 22, 2011 15:35:32 GMT -5
Nesmine smiled, a true genuine smile instead of her typical smirk. Kotaro had practically taken her in, and now was telling her that he wouldn't be needing any serious assistance in return. "I know I don't have to help out to stay here, but still, I want to help. You've made a lot of things better, and I want to repay you. So don't worry about it, okay? I think it'll be great when we find your sister and settle everything out."
She took a deep breath, and gave a small chuckle. "Man, I'm glad I didn't break anybody's bones or nothing. That would have made everything difficult, especially considering that I'd probably be in jail for my actions."
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Post by kotaro7914 on Jul 22, 2011 15:43:09 GMT -5
Kotaro smiled back at her. "Thank you. I'm actually going to be leaving to look for her again tommarow. If you want, you could come with me up North." He said smiling. "North City is my next stop, and I'd be happy if you would come help find her. Of course you can stay here if you want."
"It is good no ones bones were broken." He said laughing.
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Post by Yen on Jul 23, 2011 0:40:32 GMT -5
"I think this time I should come with you. Watching the store isn't all that bad, but it's difficult being alone sometimes. Besides, I think I'm much more useful in combat. Should I start packing my things for north? Oh yeah, and what's the weather there like?" She asked, ready to head upstairs. It was almost ironic that she mentioned packing, as she hardly had anything to bring with her. The question was more like an old reflex that either she used before she lost her memory, or a learned habit that she earned from a friend on her travels.
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Post by kotaro7914 on Jul 23, 2011 10:36:36 GMT -5
Kotaro nodded and stood up stretching. "Alright, then pack your things. Up North is very cold since its the border of Drachma, so make sure your packed for that." He walked over to the wall and removed his coat, his right arm showing a recently received scar. "Right now lets focus on getting some food and rest."
OOC: They're already upstairs remember? lol
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Post by Yen on Jul 23, 2011 10:50:22 GMT -5
(Ooc: Oh yeah, sorry, I forgot. XP)
"Pack for cold... okay. Might have to buy a new sweater, one of them fluffy ones with sleeves. Hey, where'd you get the scar? You weren't doing anything dumb out there were you? You okay?" Nesmine asked, her eyes scanning Kotaro's arm for any other wounds. She then began to go through the wallet in her pocket, trying to add the money together to see how much she had left over to buy a coat.
"I might have to go shopping before we leave, the only things I have don't have full sleeves." Nesmine added calmly, now having a better idea of the worth of money, and the bonus of warm clothing verses cold clothing.
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Post by kotaro7914 on Jul 23, 2011 11:20:51 GMT -5
Kotaro shook his head. "I'll buy you a new sweater. Save your money for when we get up north. Times are tough up there and things are more expensive." He said as he looked at his arm. "Just a little mix up in Liore with a chimera. Its nothing." He said giving her a smile.
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