49 - PafH; [Audio // Common]

[oblique_wisdom]

The sheer stupidity of this ship is at times, absolutely ridiculous.

I often wonder why she chooses to stay at all. What a place unfit for our kind.

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[scionofwisdom]

Ah - there you are.

[oblique_wisdom]

Were you concerned?

[scionofwisdom]

I was, yes.

[oblique_wisdom]

I seem to do this so often. My apologies, Zelda. I would like, perchance, to compensate for the trouble I've caused you.

[scionofwisdom]

It is quite alright. [She missed him.]

I would very much like to see you.

[oblique_wisdom]

[He could deny that he's missed her, but alas, that would be a falsehood.]

I would like to see you as well. Let's go to the forest. A simple stroll will do us both some good.

[scionofwisdom]

That sounds incredibly appealing. Would you like to rendezvous now?

[oblique_wisdom]

I've nothing--

[Normally he'd say "better to do", but he chooses to rephrase.]

--I would rather do. Consider that an affirmative.

[scionofwisdom]

Wonderful. Then I will head in that direction.

[She can't deny she's excited about this. She hasn't felt that emotion in some time.]

[oblique_wisdom]

[Click.

He'll be meeting you up there, Princess, in somewhat casual dress. He's not in the best mood, but seeing her will certainly lift his spirits.]

[scionofwisdom]

[It doesn't take Zelda long - the moment they'd agreed to meet, she started on her way. She's dressed casually; months ago she'd taken to leggings and tunics when not donning her royal regalia. It was easier to move, to practice like this than in her gowns.

When she arrives, he gets one of her rare smiles.]

[oblique_wisdom]

[And he offers her one in return. It's nice to see her. His posture relaxes. He's as casual as that Jak boy is. Almost. Except he has better taste in his opinion. Slacks and a button-down shirt suit him well, he thinks.

He crosses one arm in front of him and bows in reverence.]

Your Majesty.

[scionofwisdom]

[They do suit him well, and the pleased expression on her face indicates her approval. She dips her head into a nod - the most she ever bows.]

Sheik. It is truly a pleasure to settle my eyes upon your face after so long.

[oblique_wisdom]

[Has she grown more honest in their time apart? Sheik has never been good with accepting flattery or sincerity. That's not something he gets much of and doesn't particularly care to. He likes it best when people don't pay much attention to him.]

I do mirror the sentiments. Forgive my absence. The situation is everlastingly complicated.

[His lips upturn knowingly. Surely she understands.]

[scionofwisdom]

[It's entirely possible. Perhaps she is changing and doesn't even realize it.]

I understand. I do wish for shorter periods of time, however. It is selfish of me, I know.

[oblique_wisdom]

Selfish. Given your position, I believe you are entitled to some time of being selfish.

[He offers her a slightly chiding look and then offers his arm to her.]

I've heard our favourite king has been causing complications. Care to tell me of them?