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[golden_hawke]

-=Hawke's outside today, squaring off with his Lockjaw. They both stare at each other, both unmoving as something unheard by the general public actually sets Hawke off. As the Lockjaw watches, Hawke attempts to practice something like this with the animal as a partner of sorts

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[capuletnomore]

[She watches him go through the movements of the dance, recognizing it as one of her father's favorites, and can't help but smile.]

There is more to such dance than posturing, Hawke. The steps are only a part of the dance. And it can be more lively, depending on the enthusiasm of the minstrels.

[But that he's taking the time to learn her style of dancing - she is touched.]

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[golden_hawke]

-=He finds it all silly, but he will learn! He only hopes that she will learn some of his as well.=-

Do you think that minstrels will play the music for this?

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[capuletnomore]

I hope they will. At least one song, that I may have my taste of home. I have not danced in such a way since Queen Katherine had her evening of entertainment months back, when the music followed us all for a week.

[She smiles, remembering, then looks to him.]

Would you like to practice with a more attentive partner?

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[golden_hawke]

-=He looks over to the giant lizard. The lockjaw appears to be less than engaged with this.=-

I would. I believe [Darkling] does not want to learn the steps.

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[capuletnomore]

[She giggles at that.]

My cousins and I tried to teach one of Father's dogs to dance, when I was a girl. He was as reluctant to learn as your friend.

[The lockjaw becomes less frightening each time she sees it. Really, she is starting to consider it almost cute, in its way.]

Would you wish to practice indoors, where it is warmer, or continue outside?

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[golden_hawke]

-=Really, Darkling's nothing but an oversized puppy. With fangs and claws that rival a tiger. Perfectly harmless.=-

Wherever we are, I will be warm. -=And he can't help but give her That Look.=-

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[capuletnomore]

[That Look causes her to inhale sharply, and a blush to rise to her cheeks.]

Then I shall meet you in a few moments' time. I have only to see to the fire before I leave the house.

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[golden_hawke]

-=There's a smirk now.=-

I will wait patiently.

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[capuletnomore]

[She shakes her head at the smirk, but smiles.]

I shall not keep you waiting long.

[And true to her word, in a short time she has made her way to his home, wearing one of her warmer dresses, and a cloak over top of it. Nothing too heavy, but it would do for the current weather. She missed summer, and being able to wear lighter, sleeveless dresses. Catching sight of him and his lockjaw, she lifts an arm in greeting.]

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[golden_hawke]

-=Hawke's own late fall garb consists of a cloak. Once the snows come, he will be wearing a shirt as well. But for now, this suffices and he's been moving around anyway. His face breaks out into a smile as he lifts his hand as well.=-

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[capuletnomore]

[Her smile widens upon seeing his, and she quickens her pace, not quite running, but not walking either, to meet him.]

It is good to see you again when I am not in tears.

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[golden_hawke]

It is a look that suits you! -=And he's ready for a hug!=-

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[capuletnomore]

[She wraps her arms around him easily, letting her head rest against his chest for a moment before looking up at him.]

Which look, tears or smiles?

[Teasing.]

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[golden_hawke]

-=Teases right back!=-

Yes!

-=He holds her close and nuzzles against her temple with a purr.=-

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[capuletnomore]

[She laughs at that.]

There are some who would be offended to hear that tears suit them.

[She is content to be held for a moment.]

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[golden_hawke]

I like your smiles. But tears are not ugly. -=While no one is a pretty crier, Hawke just takes emotion as they come.=-

You have come to teach me to dance? Tell me, Juliet. Am I hopeless?