.:After the Battle:. (1x1) (Locked, DON'T DELETE)

[Cloudsong]

"Don't think that," Marcel said gently. "If you wouldn't have told him, then perhaps it would have been your mother that would have died instead, and the army may have come anyway." He hated to think that she would blame herself for her father's death, as she had no reason to. It wasn't her fault at all. Though he wished he could say something more that could lighten her mood, or console her, he found himself for once at a loss for words. It was odd, for he always had something that he could say. But it's just her; I don't get this way with anyone else. Perhaps his presence alone would console her. He hoped it would, anyway.

As she rested her head on his shoulder, he smiled slightly, looking down at her to see that she was simply staring at the water, lost in thought. He enjoyed their closeness, though would never admit it to anyone. She was warm, and smelled nice - like flowers. He smiled slightly as she ruffled his hair, seeing the brightness returning to her eyes, replacing the depression that had worried him so much. "Well I do hope so. But Allegra, even if I look different, I'm still the same pirate you've always known." He was glad to have grown up, and gotten taller and everything, but he still liked to think that inside he was a pirate at heart. Always was, always would be. And furthermore, he would always be there for her, even if he had been absent the last few years from her life. As she rested her hand on his face, he felt his heart-rate excel slightly, and his suspicion that she was feeling the same way grew.

He watched, perplexed, as a fog appeared in front of them, showing the two of them hugging. It made him smile as he saw how red her cheeks were turning, and he knew that she hadn't wanted that to happen. Her magic, it seemed, got away from her at times. He laughed as she mumbled a few incoherent words into his shoulder, and reached down to ruffle her hair. "Don't feel embarrassed," he said lightly, his tone full of amusement. "I'm always here to give you a real hug, if you want," he offered, eyes twinkling as he waited for her to react to his joke.

[Captain Kaycee]

Allegra lifted her head for a moment, then punched him lightly in the arm. "Sh-shut up!" she studdered, not being able to hide her constant blushing. She had an urge to run away from him to keep from showing her emotions, but that would probably pain both him and her. Instead, she simply rolled her eyes and leaned back down on his shoulder.

"I blame you for this," she growled, looking back towards the water. "I can't control my magic at all when it comes to emotions. My mother told me she was the same," she explained, looking over at the water once again. Suddenly an idea popped in her head, and she lifted her head to look at him. "Hm, I could make music with magic..." she mumbled, then unwrapped Marcel's arm from her shoulder as she stood up. She did not, however, let go of his hand. Instead she tried to get him to stand up as well. "Come on, Spaniard. Would you like to dance?" she asked, her lips curling into a smirk.

(ack, sorry this is a little late x____x I'm shopping again, and trying to convince my mom to buy me a medieval sword at this antique shop xD)

[Cloudsong]

"So you are saying that I make you feel... 'emotional'?" Macel teased, obviously seeming to enjoy the little game they were playing. Though he was saying it in a joking manner, he was curious; did she feel something more towards him? The thought made him feel slightly light-headed, as he wondered if perhaps he should outright ask her. No, he thought automatically. She would feel uncomfortable. And besides... she's a princess, and she only thinks of me as her friend. A pirate like himself would never have a future with a woman like her. As many had told him when he had arrived, he didn't belong here. Or at least, they tried to make him believe that.

As she shrugged out of his arm, he raised an eyebrow, contemplating the idea. "All right," he agreed finally. "But I must warn you... I am a terrible dancer." Though he was swift with a sword, and on his feet, when it came to carefully choreographed steps, he felt like a fish out of water.

(Lol it's fine XD I've been researching light-sabers on eBay Somehow I don't think my parents would spend $50 on one, though... >.<)

[Captain Kaycee]

(I'm also on the hunt for a necklace similar to Allegra's, but so far the closest one I found was a tree instead of a moon Dx)

Allegra began to giggle, lifting her hand in the air. The water in the pool began to mix around like a whirlpool, and suddenly there appeared several stringed instruments that lifted into the air. They looked completely made out of water, but somehow it could still play beautiful music like it was real. She smiled triumphantly at her work, then turned back to Marcel.

"I don't mind if you can't dance, but shouldn't you know? You are from Spain, after all," she joked, lifting her arm in a gesture for dancing. She waited for him to take it, her face looking more dark and seductive for a brief second before going back to her joking, cheerful self.

(This is the song I imagine them to play xD And woohoo! I bought the sword! x3)

[Cloudsong]

Marcel watched her create the musical instruments out of water, shocked and impressed by her abilities. She was obviously more capable at doing magic than he had expected, and he found it quite admirable. The music that the instruments sounded sounded of one that a normal wooden guitar would make. The tune was beautiful, and he wondered for a moment if she wanted to dance as close as they had been in her vision. Vaguely, he realized that he wouldn't mind at all. But of course, that was up to her; he would never dare try and push her to do something she didn't want. And she wouldn't want that.

He took her hand in his, and his other arm he placed around her waist, pulling her closer to him, though keeping a small space between them. "I suppose you could say that no one ever took the time to teach me," he responded lightly. That or anything, he thought bitterly. His mother hadn't taught him anything besides how to talk; he lacked reading skills, and basic things that most people took for granted. Silently he looked down at her, seeing the look in her eyes. He smiled slightly,


(OMG. I need this mask. XD Random, but... It would be fun to use in a photo shoot!

BTW, one or two more post and I'll turn in for the night XD)

[Captain Kaycee]

(8D I want that mask. Speaking of photoshoots, I need to go do one here in a little bit (once you go offline xD) on the cliffs next to the ocean. x3)

Allegra blushed slightly as she felt his hand go around her waist, but she mentally shook her head for it to go away. It was dancing, and she should be used to it by now. Occassionally there were royal balls in the palace, and being a princess she had to attend. Because of this, she was fairly good at dancing. However, when it came to dance moves like spinning the other person down towards the ground, she wasn't too well at it. She only knew the basics, not neccessarily the better Spanish moves that she had seen before.

She glanced up at his face, rolling her eyes while giggling slightly. "Then I guessed it was time you learned, pirate boy," she snickered, placing her other hand on his shoulder. Allegra hated to lead in a dance since she was used to simply following the men's movements. She simply waited to see if Marcel knew any of the basics, otherwise she would go and lead for him.

"Consider this my birthday dance," she giggled, debating whether or not to take an inch closer to him. She didn't know whether he would get freaked out or enjoy it. Just try it, the voice snapped in her head. I'm going! she growled back, taking a simple step closer so that their chests were almost touching. They were only a centimeter apart, and Allegra looked up at him to see his face. It was almost like she was testing how far he would go, or if her feelings that she felt deep down inside were the same for him.

[Cloudsong]

(We should both get one XD And this!! LOL I am SO making a shipment on eBay if my parents let me XD)

Marcel was finding himself liking the blush that would color her cheeks whenever he would do something that would embarrass her. For a moment he had wondered if he was making her feel uncomfortable, but by the look of happiness on her face, and the sparkle in her eyes, he knew otherwise.

As she placed her hand on his shoulder, he glanced down at it, frozen as he was unsure of what to do next. In an instant he felt quite foolish for accepting her request to dance. She had probably danced with so many princes before; all of them probably being more graceful, and all of them most definitely having more money than he did. Pushing the thought away, he didn't care if he could dance or not. All that mattered to him - at that moment - was her. The way her cheeks were tinged a light pink, her long hair flowing behind her back, and those piercing gray eyes that would stare into his, almost hypnotizing him.

"Your birthday dance?" he repeated, raising an eyebrow. "And you choose to dance it with me rather than anyone else in the world?" His tone was light, though soft. He felt her get closer, feeling their chests brush against each other. The closeness caught him off guard, and for a split second he wondered if he should pull away. But common sense didn't prevail, and he pushed away his worries of what could happen next. All that he could concentrate on now was to keep his breathing normal, and not let her notice his heart-rate, which was going much too fast to be normal.

[Captain Kaycee]

(YES. DOCTOR RENAISSANCE MASK~ <3)

"Yes, I do," she whispered, a small smirk now appearing on her face. "What, do you expect me to do it with somebody else?" Allegra asked, rolling her eyes. "I would much rather have it with you than anybody else I've danced with. Not only that, but you're much better than any of those men I've danced with at the royal balls. And this way I don't have to wear a dress," she joked. Though it was true, she hated having to be in a dress sometimes. It was much lighter without a dress and in a simply outfit like the one she had on.

As she began to follow his steps, she also helped him a little bit when it came to simply moving to the beat. "If you ever decide to go on the seas again, I'm going with you. I'll get my uncle to buy a ship for you, and you can be your own captain..." she whispered, her voice sounding much more soothing than it had before. Allegra lifted her head up to look at him, her face only inches away. "Captain Marcel de la Torre..." she cooed, her voice like velvet. She had rarely flirted with anybody before, but with him it came natural for some reason. It was like she had a natural talent for it, even though her skills with actual love were still a novice level.

[Cloudsong]

Marcel shrugged as she rolled her eyes. Not wanting to reply to that, he was content to stay silent, moving with her to the music that the instruments made. They seemed so far away; her presence, especially when being so close to him, made everything seem a blur. It was as if he could only pay attention to her when she was there. He had, in the back of his mind, expected her to have chosen a prince over a pirate if given the choice, as any princess would. But she wasn't like other princesses, and that was why he was there with her; because she was special, and could see a person for who they were, not only what their titles or status' were. It was an admirable quality that she had, for he grew tired of people that would judge others before learning more of them. She and her brother had given him a chance, which was more than he had gotten from most.

As she got even closer, their faces much to close, he closed his eyes, listening to her soft voice. It was incredible how easily she could enchant him, though he wasn't about to complain about it. "I wouldn't have it any other way," he whispered.

Silently, without thinking it through, he reached down and gently lifted her chin higher, kissing her softly on the lips.

(Lol o: Imma make something happen next~ We can't have it too perfect! XD)

[Captain Kaycee]

(Oooooh I can't wait x3)

Allegra felt her breathing begin to quicken and her stomach nearly fluttered as she felt her lips touch his. Her eyes widened for a second, almost appalled at his action. She wasn't expecting it, even with her wooing him. But as she simply looked at him, she smiled through the kiss and closed her eyes, happily kissing him back. It didn't matter to her anymore. There was nobody else that she felt feelings for. All the men that she had met in the castle were nothing compared to him. Not only was his accent to die for, but his personality and her being able to say that she had met him so long ago was something that she appreciated. She loved him, and that was that.

(Small post... ;____; )