[Here is one Gremio, a hand clutching his chest and a decidedly shocked expression on his face. When he speaks, he's both worried and uncertain.]

Ah, I...I don't suppose anyone is affected by a curse today, are they? Th-this is--it's a little...unexpected. I-

I would think it's only temporary...

[ooc: Gremio has a heartbeat again!]

Resolutions are quite an interesting tradition, and certainly one to appreciate! Working hard to reach your goals for the year...I resolved to help a busy man named Santa--or is he Father Christmas? In any case, it would be wonderful to assist him in bringing presents to good people ( Read more... )

A-ah...I didn't finish all of the laundry...The kitchen needs to be swept, too...

[It's the hushed voice of a young man, sounding both longing and peaceful. Gremio, sitting against the side of a building near the fountain, doesn't register the change in scenery quite immediately. But several seconds later...]

E-eh? C-could this be-?

[He's not ( Read more... )