Where's the street-wise Hercules, to fight the rising odds?

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[Her majesty is all dolled up, waiting for the very important meetings with the potential suitors. The woodland creatures clearly had a hand in choosing today's garments, they're far less stuffy than the usual choice of clothes. And the princess is keeping them busy by having them add decorations to the area around them. It's certainly better than

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I literally just got this. *sighs* I think it's going back and forth.

[a_royal_terror]

[Unusual doesn't mean bad. It's certainly striking, and it's caught the princess's attention. But said princess will never get used to how things are in most of the dressingroom inhabitant's home worlds. The biggest threats she has back home are idiot fairy-godparents, disgusting suitors, and the occasional easily won battle.]

It's something he has a talent for. [The princess looks slightly irritated, but it's certainly not the grumpy expression the usual Kanda has. She's been taught better that that... Somewhat, at least. A princess has to look regal, not bratty.

And Mana's efforts certainly aren't going to waste. Her majesty is calmer suddenly, the way he smiles and takes his time is pleasant. She doesn't feel threatened, nor do the animals. And although Kanda complains about them, if they approve she takes it to heart.]

For now? [There's a pause, and Kanda wonders which to choose. Either seem cold, and informal. And Lavi told her to keep an open mind. And Kanda promised in turn to try to behave. So after a moment of deliberation, the choice is made.] Neither. You may call me Kanda.

It's gone back to witholding them, I think. /sigh

[bloodyscore]

[Lavi did at least tell her that one of the Allens is a vampire, right? It's never a nice surprise. And not one suited for a first date!]

He and I went exploring the first time I met him, whole miners outfit. We even found a donkey and a wagon. [Laughs a little bit. It looks better on her than the angry expression most Kandas have, he hasn't had the best luck with his run ins with them.

Allen nods and stops just a few feet in front of her, bowing a more courtly bow this time.] Alright, Kanda. [Straightening with a smile.]

Your little friends have worked hard on this room. And on keeping your outfit straight.

Oh LJ, stop failing please.

[a_royal_terror]

[No, Lavi forgot to add in that little detail. Conveniently? Perhaps. But it was probably something that the princess should have been made aware of.]

It sounds much like the dwarfs back home. [She doesn't laugh, but she seems relaxed. And for Kanda, that's a pretty big improvement over the usual emotions of worry, anger, and rage.

The courtly bow prompts Kanda to nod, and to move her skirt in a fashion somewhat similar to a curtsy.] ...Shall I call you Allen?

[Looks back, only to catch arranging the short train of the dress as they speak. Wanted them not to interfere was obviously wishful thinking.] They're stalking again. Tch. I can't get rid of them, so I put them to work. [There's an odd fondness to Kanda's voice, even if the woodland creatures are being glared at.]

I...think it fixed itself...maybe. /crosses fingers

[bloodyscore]

[She'll probably catch glimpses of the fangs, but he will make sure she knows before they leave this room to go on their date. And if she chooses not to continue it because of that, it's fine.]

Dwarfs? [Curious~ But he's glad she's relaxing. He's listening carefully to the ticks of her and the animals and is trying hard not to alarm any of them. Allen smiles and tilts his head a little.] Mmhmm, Mr. Walker was my grandfather.

[Small chuckle.] I think it's cute how they care for you, even in a strange place.

I think so too. I woke up with a packed inbox, and it seems to be sending tags on time now.

[a_royal_terror]

[Blinking at those fangs, but she isn't too concerned for now. He has all his teeth, they aren't yellow, and he doesn't smell. So he can't be too bad.]

The miners of my home world. [The animals don't seem to mind him too much, although some are hiding behind leaves and flowers warily. Every time he smiles, they calm down a little more.]

...They're obsessed. They were supposed to stay home, but they didn't listen to me.

Thank goodness

[bloodyscore]

[He's safe~ Promise her that much!

Allen nods, he's...learning to accept odder things than he that used to be legends. Allen smiles a lot, so it won't take much longer, probably.]

I don't blame them, who would want to leave such a lovely princess?

[a_royal_terror]

[Then she won't be too concerned!

Kanda doesn't smile, but she looks incredibly pleased none-the-less. Her stance becomes a little less guarded, and her cheeks are tinged slightly pink at the compliment.]

Tch... As long as they're here, I'll tolerate them.

[bloodyscore]

At least they're here so you won't miss them.

[Allen is about to offer her his arm but pauses, remembering that he should mention it.]

Ah, before we go. I'm not sure if Lavi mentioned, and I don't want to alarm you, but I am a vampire. I don't bite humans though, or animals.

[a_royal_terror]

I wouldn't miss them anyway. They're nuisances. [Still has a fond tone, she probably named them all things like nuisance, annoyance, idiot and so forth. But she does like them, even if it's secretly.

She blinks, and isn't quite sure what to make of that. What in the world is a vampire? It must be some kind of family curse, or something of that sort. Or strange family line.]

Your lineage concerns me not. You are you, and here.

[bloodyscore]

[Allen just laughs softly, easily catching the hidden affection.

Then he tilts his head a bit to the side and shakes his head.] It's...not exactly a matter of linage, Kanda. [Allen is about to properly explain but stops.] But...thank you. [Softer smile.

Turning and offering her his arm now.] I was able to find a very nice spot for our date.

[a_royal_terror]

[Looks at him for a moment, and decides that he's not laughing at her. So the issue is quickly dropped.]

Linage or not... I am not concerned.

[Takes his arm, carefully holding onto it in the most lady-like of fashions.] I want to see it, then.

[bloodyscore]

[He gives a slight nod.] If you say so. [Starts guiding her out the door and down the halls.]

It took me a while to find it, but Lavi gave a suggestion I just had to go with.

[a_royal_terror]

I said what I meant. [Goes quiet for a bit, content to be led for now.]

If you're confident in his suggestion, I'd like to see it.

[bloodyscore]

[Another nod, a deeper one this time. He won't push the issue if she's ready to accept it.]

It is a lovely place, I'm glad he brought it to my attention honestly. [Opening the door to a beach courtyard, the full moon is up high in the cloudless sky and the waves can barely be heard crashing against the shore.] I've missed being able to go to the beach.

[a_royal_terror]

If you say so... [Eyes widen for a moment, just staring. It amazing how magical this place can be, even to someone who grew up surrounded by fairy tales come to life.] ...You cannot enjoy such a place in your home world?

[bloodyscore]

[Allen pauses at the doorway, slipping his boots off. Gotta go barefoot.]

Part of being what I am, unfortunately. I can't be in sunlight and the beaches I know are usually louder, something my ears can't stand now.