eachdraidh | 1st libretto | video

Okay. [ Kelsi takes a deep breath, trying not to look too frazzled. She's feasted, woken up, and...Nope. She's still here. She takes a quick breath and offers a shy, slightly waning smile to the network of lockets. She's in her room--it's one of the smaller ones--and Ryan Evans can be seen in the background with his eyes closed, doing yoga. More specifically, parsvottasana pose. Kelsi seems completely oblivious. ] So this isn't a dream, that's--great. [ That's one word for it ] Which means if we're all here for a very long time, it's probably a good idea to say hi? So...

[ A little awkward, but she lifts her hand in greeting, the smile completely gone after her hand moves to fall on her lap. ] Hi. I'm Kelsi, and if there are any Wildcats out there, please let me know? At first I thought this was a dream, except normally my dreams involve East High still, and musical signups, sometimes I dream about tea, and--oh! Right. I also wanted to know if anyone here has a good singing voice. And maybe if you were okay with letting me hear it?

It's not for something weird! I promise, I promise, it's just--If I'm going to be here for a while, I might as well do something. Like write, right? [ Wow Kels, way to not tell people what you actually do. ]

One last little thing--if anyone was going to university or college for music composition, I'd really like to get into contact with you. There's this bit in one of my text books that's really confusing to me for some reason. Thanks!

[ She ends it with a little wave--and throughout this entire conversation, Ryan has moved to Downward Dog, and eventually to a handstand. ]

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[ She's assuming the other means courts and feasts at this place, of course. Kelsi smiles as gently as she can. Why not? The other sounds serious, but her words aren't. Just formal. ]

Well, what kind do you like, then? Maybe you can be my first project.

[Who but 'ancient' people call singers bards?]

My preferences depend on the setting. If I am on march or traveling, I find that a rousing battle song stirs the blood and makes it easier to put one foot in front of the other, or at least something with a strong beat. Relaxing after court, I find I like the sound of flutes and perhaps some string instruments.

During a feast, anything made for dancing is keen.

Oh--I was thinking.. Uhm. Pop or rock or--

[ Wait. Wait, this is good. This is a challenge! Saber, you've made made Kelsi's entire night. She visibly perks up, scrambling for a book. ]

This is great. This is great practice! I can try writing a battle hymn and then some sort of thing for a feast--I think there should be books on music theory here, or I can just look at the rules from the fairies--oooh, and maybe someone can play an instrument or two so by the time you're ready it'll all be done! I mean it's not a proper deadline but how cool would it be to see you walk into court after a hard battle and all of the sudden the music swells and it's--it's just perfect!

[Is this girl real? She must be a young bard that had not yet ridden with an army into battle before.]

[And why does she feel like this girl was creating a play with her as the focal point more than simply composing music? There had been more than enough ballads of valor created for her during her reign. She wasn't sure she wanted any more...]

Are you certain this is what you wish to do? There must be knights here that do not command the fearful presence upon the battlefield as I do.

I guess. I just think it would be neat. I mean it'll give me something to focus on, like..

[ Hmmm. She's a knight. A fearful one, apparently. Kelsi tries to extend the basketball analogy Troy gave her tobattle, and sort of hums as she taps her chin, first. ]

Well, you want to practice to fight well, right? Even if it's something like a technique you haven't done at all. You want to get a wide range in so you're prepared for any situation.

It's like that. I figure since I'm in a new place I should do something new, too. And it might as well be something someone likes, so that's why I asked! Does that make sense?

It does.

[Well, it does if she looks at it from a purely human point of view. A young human point of view.]

...I will not stop you then. Challenging oneself is good for the soul. If this is more about you and your growth than me, then I see no reason to stop you. I am accustomed to being an inspiration of sorts to bards.

Thanks. [ She thinks...? Has this girl even smiled? ] I mean--for being comfortable with it. Sometimes I just sort of assume and it throws everyone off.

[No she hasn't, but she doesn't smile a whole lot with people she doesn't know.]

Perhaps that would be something to keep in mind. Not everyone is as forgiving as I am.

Noted.

Seriously, though--thanks! I'll catch up with you when I have a rough draft planned out, okay?

You are welcome. Take care in your endeavors.

[And with a nod, Saber ended the communication.]

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