Sixth Page - [Voice / Action]

[asterism_angel]

[It's been a few days since Sophie was returned by the Malnosso and there's hardly any change in her condition. It's left Cheria feeling even more restless than she'd been during Sophie's kidnapping and she'd once again taken to wandering the village. Today, however, she ran into an unexpected little surprise and decided to take it home with her,

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[That's a voice that Jeb somewhat recognizes, but not entirely. That's likely due to the fact that Cheria was younger when they met. However, much more of his focus was on that kitten.]

That poor little kitten! I'm happy you found it and gave it something to eat. Unfortunately, I don't know if it has an owner... but if it does, I'll be happy to help you look for them!

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[asterism_angel]

[Cheria can't entirely remember what happened while she was young, either. It's a bit like trying to remember something that happened seven years ago, even though it was only a few months ago. Jeb seems familiar, but she can't quite put her finger on it.]

Really? I would appreciate that, thank you! ... My name is Cheria Barnes. And you are?

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[sketchingideals]

Cheria...

[But it can't be, right? Then again, Luceti is a strange place despite seeming perfectly normal...]

I'm Jeb, and you're welcome! I'm more than happy to help!

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[asterism_angel]

[Jeb... Hm... Somewhere in the back of her head it seems to ring a bell.]

That's good. Do you want to come by and visit the kitten? I'm sure it would like more people to play with.

[voice]

[sketchingideals]

Oh, I'd love to! Thanks for the invitation! Animals are really great, aren't they?

[A beat.]

I don't know where you live, though...

[voice]

[asterism_angel]

It's house number 28. You can stop by whenever you like.

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[sketchingideals]

All right! Thanks!

[Jeb will show up about half an hour later, knocking on the door and not entirely sure what to expect. Cheria is a confusing subject for him at the moment.]

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[asterism_angel]

[That's perfectly all right, Jeb. Just as long as you don't stumble into her sick friend, we won't have any troubles at all.

Cheria opens the door and gives him a beaming smile. She wasn't really expecting him this soon, but she's not opposed to his visit at all.]

Jeb. Hello.

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[sketchingideals]

[Jeb smiles back just as brightly--though something painful tugs at his chest. It... probably really is her. The Cheria he met. But... she's older, and she doesn't seem to remember him at all.

Then again, the way this place works is probably the reason for that, so he he tries not to let it bother him too much. Yeah, it's okay, they can just become better friends instead! ...she's slightly taller than him now, though. Headpats will likely not happen anymore.]

Hi, Cheria!

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[asterism_angel]

[Cheria still has that vague feeling she's met Jeb before somewhere- she just can't tell when or where. Well, she can't let it bother her too much.]

Shall we head for the kitchen? The kitten is there as well.

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[sketchingideals]

All right! That's a good idea.

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[asterism_angel]

Please, this way.

[She'll lead the way into the kitchen! The kitten is lying curled up in a bunch of towels, but she doesn't seem to be asleep yet.]

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[sketchingideals]

[Jeb makes a small "aww" sound upon seeing the kitten in person.]

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[asterism_angel]

Isn't she adorable? [Cheria crouches down beside the kitten to pet her.]

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[sketchingideals]

[Jeb nods in agreement.] She really is!

[He doesn't make any move to approach the kitten yet, though.]

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[asterism_angel]

We haven't decided on a name for her, yet. Not until we're certain she doesn't belong to someone else.