☬-Thorn of The Rose-☬ 2x2 W/ Wolfrunner & Spiritstar3

[wolfrunner]

“Or perhaps I just have a habit of seeing the beauty in things others tend to see as dark or evil. I’m not the most cautious really.”, the girl chuckled holding the feathers close while removing a hand to run it gently over one of them. Yes. These would do very nicely for her mask indeed. Should she be able to work them correctly while working on her mask, Aralynn was sure that she’d give Al quite the surprise on the night of the Ball. Though the girl wasn’t expecting the shopkeep to gift her the luxury plumes whether or not they had a mutual ‘friend’ in a certain high ranking vampire or not.

“Oh no I couldn’t possibly…I-I mean…umm…” Taking a deep breath the cloaked girl decided it was best to just accept the gift for what it was. It would be rude not to Andy gift was a gift regardless of why it was given. “I mean thank you. Tis more than kind of you even so.”, she said before going on after a moment, “But may I ask something further of you? You don’t happen to have any gown in white or silver do you? I Twould like to be able to properly show off these beautiful feathers.” Not that the women had much time to answer her. For soon enough the shopkeeper was pointing out that it appeared as though Vivian had managed to locate a dress that intrigued her. Smiling, Aralynn turned to her shopping companion tilting her head a little bit.

“Find something? There are so many gowns here, I’m surprised you managed to pick one.”, she asked the other female curiously.

[owl0430]

" T'was not easy by any means" began Vivvian. " But this one...it feels right. Love at first sight I guess you could call it. Perhaps it shall help me find my own knight in shining armor, hmm?" she joked a bit, holding up the dress for Aralynn to see.

It had a bit of an empire-style skirt, flaring out right at the bottom to create a small train. It wasn't really even a train- it more or less was just enough fabric that, when worn, would elegantly lay around the wearer. It was a beautiful lighter blue at the top leading into a darker greenish-blue at the bottom. A gradient with a nude underlay beneath it. For those who had seen the ocean before, it would almost resemble wear the sand meets the water and fades back into the endless blue of the ocean.
It fit snugly around the torso and the sleeves flowed around the arm. Silver adornments decorated the shoulder, the neckline, and the waist.

The seamstress chimed in after a moment; " Well, why don't we get you into it so you can make sure you like it on you as well?" A glance a Aralynn. " and miss, the color of gown you speak of should be over in that left corner there. Perhaps you can try browsing those gowns while I help your friend here into this dress?"

[wolfrunner]

Before Aralynn could ask to see the dress Vivian obliged her holding it up so could do just that. And the girl had to admit it was worth the other women’s excitement…it was a beautiful gown. The colours were soft and flowed together well, giving the illusion that one was by the shore or some sort of body of water when eyed carefully and thought on. Aside from that though the soft vibrant colour of the blue matched well with the bubbly sweet nature that Aralynn had come to know from Vivian. At least from what she had observed.

“Though I have the feeling you’ll look wonderful in it even without seeing you try it on. Still to be the first one that gets to see a sneak peek of you in it?”, Aralynn brightened clapping her hands together some in excitement. Turning to the seamstress, Margaret, then the girl nodded. “Thank you again. I think I will look at them.” With a wink at Vivian, Aralynn headed off in the direction which the seamstress indicated the gowns she was looking for were located.

[owl0430]

Vivian smiled back at Aralynn before letting the seamstress usher her off to change into the gown.

It took quite some time, as one would expect, to get into an elaborate gown. Though, in this case, it seemed well worth it. The seamstress had even helped Vivian clip her her up into the simplest of updos to give more of the illusion.

"Miss?" quietly called Vivian after a while, standing a few feet behind Aralynn.

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As for Aralynn's sister, Akira, the blonde was far pickier with her gown than one would have originally expected. If anyone ever dared to comment, she'd say it 'twas simply because she wanted to look perfect for the first ball she'd been to in years. Afterall, it wasn't a lie. It wasn't too long after the passing of the former queen and king of Emberelic that the vampiric activity- which at the time was thought to have been due to animals or some sick, twisted individuals- began. After that started, then came the added security measures. Anything and everything they could do to keep the royal family safe- including holing them up in the castle. With limited visitors and access to the outside world.

But in reality, it was because she was trying to make an impression. Under traditional circumstances, she'd have been more than excited to attend a masquerade, or any kind of ball really, It would've been so fun! But this wasn't traditional. This would be her debut as Lucas's partner in the world of vampires. It would put everyone's lives at risk. Lucas and his family. Her brother. The staff. Everything was risky enough as is without the whole world knowing. Anytime they ever had any guests at the estate, they had to be so careful. Anytime they were out in public, they had to be even more careful. They had to play their prospective roles perfectly. Her, a naive human and guest of the Renier estate. The duration of her stay undetermined due to unforeseen circumstances in her homelands. He, a pureblooded vampire of the founding families, a rather high ranking founding family at that, entertaining his human guests. Any hints of flirtations were supposed to be nothing but a temporary game for him. If they were cat and mouse, then he was the cat- and she, no doubt, was the mouse.

and even if nobody dared to make any attempts on their lives, he would still be judged harshly. They would gaze upon him with a critical eye and spare him no mercy. His reputation would be ruined, and she'd wager it would be far harder for him to keep his command over the soldiers. Without a good reputation, many would dare to try their luck. Heck- there would even be trouble within the manor if they acted carelessly. She had a feeling Lucas's mother had her suspicions, but his father...that was another story. She didn't since any actual malice towards humans from him, but she was under the impression he wouldn't quite approve of things as they stood should he ever find out.

It was all just another game. One of secrets, lies, and charades. Moments of peace and joy were fleeting, for there was no room for such things. Such emotions lowered one's guard- it was risky. A single error could ruin everything.

That's why she had to be so picky when it came to her dress. Why she was so intent on it be absolutely perfect. It was dire that she became the embodiment of grace and prestige. Someone worthy of her -albeit currently secret- title as the Lady of the Renier household. She would do everything in her power to ensure that he would be criticized as little as possible for bringing a human as his guest to the masquerade.

By the time she'd gotten back to the manor, she had to admit she was quite tired. As were the ladies of the manor's staff that had gone with her. They all had to admit that shopping like that had been a fun experience and a good chance for them all to bond. But it was tiring nonetheless.

Once she'd gotten her purchases back to her room, she'd requested for an afternoon tea and some light sandwiches be prepared for she and the ladies who'd gone out with her. It was small, but she still wanted to show them her thanks for going with her.

[wolfrunner]

"Haru are you there?"

The two young men were in one of the shops in town on their search for appropriate attire for the up and coming Ball. It was rare that the younger Renier ever removed his brown full length coat, but he had for the time being in order to try on the clothing they were searching for. Currently it was resting with the human's care as Rigel stepped back out into the main area of the quaint shop they decided to visit. He'd changed into a emerald green suit with polished buttons and almost mud brown pants, yet despite the shade of brown they didn't look gaudy or horrible. They actually somehow managed to go with the rest of the attire. Likely it was attributed to the make and material of the clothing.

The blonde looked around the shop before taking a few more steps walking around in search of his companion for the day. "Haru? What tis your opinion? I quite like this shade of green, however I can not seem to select either the same sort of emerald or these brown. Did you find anything you twould like?"

[Spiritstar3]

Isabella- f- Renier- blue eyed blonde- golden light and dog shift (mix of her parents powers)- married- Lucas is her son, Rigel is adopted- Tags: X

The blonde -X-

Haruna- Haru- male- Embere Heir- homosexual; Rigel is crush- Ai and Nina- Demon (reverse Appaloosa (black with white spots) and Angel (red (blanket?) Appy)- kitten Dream (white with black forehead streak and tail)- manor- Tags: Rigel

The dark haired boy had been sitting with the coat, and had almost considered putting it on himself. Shaking his head, he'd shoved that thought away quick. It wasn't his coat, after all. They also weren't even dating...though he still wanted to. Then again, the other male had been kind, maybe even affectionate. Shaking those thoughts away, he looked up now. "Of course I'm here," he called back to the other male. He then waited to see if the other would come out and show him what he'd tried on.

The other soon did exactly that, in a suit a nice shade of green. He took note of the buttons as well as the brown pants. He took note that it actually looked good together, despite being different colors. He tilted his head a moment. He then shook his head, snapping out of thought. He nodded to the other male, as Rigel stepped forward to look at him. He smiled sweetly as he said "I think it looks good like that. Of course...it's your clothes, so if you want it all green, you can do that too."

When asked if he'd found anything, he pointed to a purple and blue suit-and-pants.

He hadn't had a chance to try it on, since he'd been 'guarding' the coat and waiting.

Aiya- Ai- f- 4 y- July 12- human- bi when old enough; no crush- sister Nina- Ebony pony (black with white socks and blaze)- wants a pet- Tags: Nina, lady staff members

The reddish brown haired little one

[wolfrunner]

Some time had passed. Not that it was a surprise considering the sort of clothing which they'd been looking for would mean that, even with aide, attempting to fit oneself in any of the gowns would be a chore. Or at the very least a process. Though Aralynn was far too busy wondering around the shop carefully examining and admiring each and every dress which the seamstress had pointed out fit the colour scheme the girl was searching for. Her hands wrapped around the feathers which she had recieved earlier and some lovely thick white lace and matching thock silken ribbon which were perfect for her mask design.

But no dress.

It was that none of the gowns would prove suitable, all of them were more then lovely as Orion had not been lying about the shopkeep being a fine seamstress, but still they remaind empty of a gown. None of them were giving Aralynn the same feelings as Vivian had described upon locating the dress she was currently in the back trying on. The girl was busy examining a silver gown covered in a net-like substance when she heard the familiar voice of Vivian calling her and turned around to face her shopping companion. When she did Aralynn stopped before, "Vivian tis you?"

[owl0430]

" Yes miss. Tis me. " Vivvisn did a small spin in the dress, the bottom moving and rippling like water.

" Well? What do you think?"

[wolfrunner]

The young women eyed her companion carefully. Crimson taking in each and every detail which she could spot of both the other female and of just the gown she had managed to get into. Finally Aralynn had closed the space between them and taken Vivian's hands in her own clasping them together. There was a wide grin on her face.

"You're beautiful Vivian!", Aralynn said earnestly, "You twould make even the loveliest rarest seashell jealous, like you are a Lady who runs a home by the sea! A man will be a fool to refuse a dance with you! Between the colours and the cut?"

[owl0430]

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Within the walls of the Renier manor, unease was brewing in the room of a certain pureblood. For, no.sooner had she attempted to relax if only for an hour or two when a parcel had suddenly appeared by her bedside. Addressed as a gift from her brother and the progenitor. .

Why,? Why could she not be left in peace?! She'd made her decision, but the consequences were making themselves known and refusing to depart.

There was no doubt that she'd either be 'willingly' going to the ball or Atlas would make her go. He'd even gone so far as to procure her gown, no doubt one that'd match with the rest of his ensemble. Lucky him she'd been planning to attend anyways, she just hadn't planned on being n sent a dress.

Not using to go shopping was nice. But the reasons behind such an occurrence were not.

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" Do you really think so?" Vivviam asked
" then it's settled then. Let's us get this paid for and we'll go catch up with the b others. We still must find you something afterall."