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[vanyel_ashkevron]

[A scream begins this video, but all that follows is the sound of covers being shifted and someone walking, unsteadily, closer to the locket. Vanyel's face comes into view, his features washed out against his black hair.]

I must have... [His voice is hoarse, nearly cracking.] I am Gifted with Foresight. It has been...unreliable...since my arrival. Yet...

I fear what I see when I close my eyes. I fear what the fairies and imps say to us.

What becomes of this world may not matter, but what of our worlds?

[A shiver skates down his back and he clenches his teeth.]

Their magic could be interfering with my own. I pray that is the case. Otherwise...

[He glances over his shoulder before closing his eyes, pained.]

We deserve to see the future.

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[vanyel_ashkevron]

[Smiling softly, he leans in and captures Stefen's lips in a warm kiss. Then he slowly lowers his barrier, opening himself to their bond as a point of stability. It takes a few moments before he relaxes with relief. There are no ill effects.]

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[wildgift]

[Of course he has no clue of what just happened but smiles a little shyly when they pull apart.]

Better?

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[vanyel_ashkevron]

Yes. [His gratitude is overflowing. He lifts Stefen's hand and kisses over his knuckles.] The room is in one piece...

We are in one piece. I'm satisfied.

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[wildgift]

Is that all it takes to satisfy you?

[Action]

[vanyel_ashkevron]

For the moment... [He chuckles.] Are you saying I'm easy?

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[wildgift]

Why, Vanyel, do you think I'm doing more than asking an innocent question?

[Action]

[vanyel_ashkevron]

I have my suspicions. Are you prepared to set me right?

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[wildgift]

That, Herald, depends.

[Action]

[vanyel_ashkevron]

On?

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[wildgift]

You, mostly.

[Action]

[vanyel_ashkevron]

In that case, I can think of a number ways you can satisfy me.

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[wildgift]

Should I ask or will you make me guess?

[Action]

[vanyel_ashkevron]

We are Bonded. Need I spell it out for you?

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[wildgift]

I don't think so.

[Action]

[vanyel_ashkevron]

Well that's promising. [He nuzzles his nose against Stefen's neck.] I don't feel much like giving you lessons.

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[wildgift]

I didn't think I needed those.

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[vanyel_ashkevron]

You've proven you don't.

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[wildgift]

Good. But now I'm curious what they would have been like.

[Action]

[vanyel_ashkevron]

I've never been much of a teacher; it could be an interesting experience.

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[wildgift]

You only make me more curious.

[Action]

[vanyel_ashkevron]

Alright, Bard, it's time for our first lesson.

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[wildgift]

Instruct me, oh wise Herald.

[Action]

[vanyel_ashkevron]

Let's begin with your hands. [His voice lowers and he smiles seductively.] No one has more talented hands than a Bard.

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[wildgift]

Mm. I imagine they're quite talented with other things too.

[Action]

[vanyel_ashkevron]

Even bodies need to be finely tuned.