==Begin Lude! This is the way!== GMDNW> The common area of the inn is somewhat dimmed with the lack of lights. Most of the patrons have gone to bed, save for a few souls not yet ready for sleep. GMDNW> The evening is a surpringly warm one, and the windows have been opened to allow the evening summer breeze to drift through the inn, carrying the sounds of night with it. GNDNW> Breaking this otherwise serene scene, is a lone figure standing on one of the tables, kicking and punching at some invisible opponent, making the entire table shake and wobble with every strike. * Nathan launches another series of attacks, not caring too much that his efforts threaten to upend the table * Feray trots down the stairs from the rooms and heads into the common room. She stops in her tracks, wideyeing at the sight of Nate apparently freaking out. She quickly draws her sword and rushes to the table's edge. What is it?! An invisible monster?! AK! o_O * Nathan falls off the table as his concentration dizzolves Owch * Feray has her eyes narrowed and quickly moves closer, obviously thinking something foul is going on and ready to slice and dice. ^^; Um...hi ^^; Hi there. What's the deal? I'm just practicing, honest. No monsters, really ^^; ... * Feray exhales. ^^; * Feray ahems and sheepishly sheathes her sword. * Nathan gets back onto his feet, eyeing Feray a little Jumpy tonight? ^_- Me? Jumpy? Heck no. ^^; I'm as cool as ice! * Feray grins meekly, though there are dark circles under her eyes. ^^; * Nathan sits down in a chair and offers Feray one You're a fabulous hunter, but you are a LOUSY liar * Feray gratefully flops down into a chair. "Fine fine...really, it's nothing....the herbs that healer gave me are just having some interesting side effects." ^^; Ah, a tad wired huh? Well just you wait. A few moment with me and you'll be asleep faster that you can say 'rampant boredom' ^_- Ha! Oh yeah, because you're completely uninteresting and so plain that I can hardly contain my snores. ;) I mean, most guys can turn into tiny crabs, really. ^_- * Nathan puts a hand behind his head, "Eheh, ah yeah, that." ^^; * Feray jabs a finger at Nate and grins. "Yeah, that! Why didn't you tell me you can become a seafood sidedish?" Did you ever ask if I could? ^_- Oh right...because every cute guy I meet, I have the desire to ask 'Hey! Can you get as big as my hand and grow claws? That's really cool!'. ;) * Nathan chuckles a bit at that Well, my people are shapeshifters after all So being able to chage forms like that comes naturally to us * Feray arches an eyebrow and leans forward, resting her chin in her palm. "So.....what else can you do, Mr. Magical Muscle Man?" Well, I can do that trick that lets surface dwellers breathe underwater... * Feray gets a little distracted at the memory. ;) And as you saw I can turn into that little crab. Very handy sometimes Hhmm? Oh. Yeah.....can I abuse your abilities for my sinful and naughty ways? * Nathan rests his chin on his hands, "Oh? And what might you be getting poor little innocent me into this time?" ^_- Well, I was just thinking that if I wanted to say....pilfer a cute guy's socks or something...and then go up to him and say I found them....you know, to strike up conversation.. ^_- Ah ha. Planning to help me land your next conquest eh? You can take the hunter out of the hunt, but you can't take the hunt from the hunter ^_- * Feray laughs and waggles an eyebrow. "In life, there are predator and there are prey.....I'm just a little ole predator...." ;) * Nathan chuckles dryly, "So I noticed." * Feray grimaces and covers her mouth as she coughs roughly for a moment. Hmm...that again huh? * Feray wipes her lips, her palm looking suspiciously pinker. She shakes her head. "He said he wasn't sure if the herbs would help or not..." Beginning to wonder if I'm drinking that horrid tea for nothing. The world is a big place. If there's a way to destroy something like Gaia, then there's a way to help you too * Feray looks doubtful but nods a bit. "I suppose there's a chance." * Nathan socks Feray playfully in the arm, "For a mighty hunter you sure seen to be giving up too quick-like." ^_- Ow. ;) And trust me, I've had a while to search for cures on my own. ^^; So? Have you scoured every inch of the globe? I'm willing to bet there's at least a good 75% that you haven't ^_- Pah. You just want me around so you can have someone to dream about other than Mitsuo or Jalanda. ;) Oh, like you don't? I've seen how you look at Mitsuo with that combination of predatorial lust and psychotic big-sister concern you got going on ^_- * Feray gets a cattish look, a flicker of interest in her eyes and she leans forward, grinning saucily. "Well, you know what they say about men with glasses..." They have poor eyesight? ^_- Poor eyesight....but great creativity. ^_- Reeeeeealy? So maybe our poorsighted friend can create a solution to YOUR dillemma, hm? ;) Aahh... I believe it'd take a different man to solve MY dilemma... no offense to Mitsuo, of course.. ^_- Really? Like who? ^_- * Feray backs her ears at the challenge as she see's it and taps her lips. "Well, he has to be strong in his own right....smart, funny....be creative....in all situations..." ;) And where could you possibly find someone with qualifications like that? ;) I dunno....all the men I know couldn't possibly rise to the task... ;) No spine.. ^_- Oh reeeeeealy? ;) * Feray sighs mournfully and dramatically motions out towards nothing at all. "Yes...such a shame, too... my, er, dilemma really could use a conclusion..." ;) And what kind of conclusion might you be looking for? ;) A nice, long, drawn out, slow closure, of course! A happy ending for all involved. ;) And what pray tell, would make a huntress like you happy? ^_- * Feray laughs lowly and leans closer to Nathan. "A nice safe, muscular chest to rest my head....one that won't dump me for the closest thing wearing a skirt." ^_- * Nathan leans in a bit, "Aw, now why would anyone leave you on a lark? Besides, where could they possibly go to hide where you couldn't find them after all? ;) * Feray grins slowly and something dawns in her gaze. She arches an eyebrow. "They would leave me for someone new and interesting, I'd suppose." * Feray 's tone changes subtly, getting deeper with thought. And as for hiding, I'd suppose it'd be a matter of ME hiding from them, not the other way around. ^_- Newer and more interesting than you? I find that hard to believe Well hey, there's a saying we have back home....it's why keep the cow when you can get your milk for free. So....moo. * Feray chuckles. Hmm...well I suppose it depends on how much you like the cow for reasons other than milk ;) Ooh, good reply...I knew I liked you for a reason... ^_- * Nathan chuckles I'm more than just a pretty face and sharp pincers ^_- * Feray brushes her hair behind her ears and shakes her head, her grin becoming a bit more genuine. She reaches out to tap Nate's forehead softly with her fingers. "Yeah, somewhere deep inside that occasionally shelled head of yours is a fun, intelligent man." ;) * Nathan chuckles again, "Well I'm glad you've had a chance to see him. He's a nice guy once you get past that thick skin of his." ^_- * Feray shakes her head and smiles a bit now. "You know, I was feeling kinda blah when I came down...but now I feel a whole lot better. I should bottle you and sell you to people." I doubt it would work. I think the fishy smell would turn people away ^_- Thanks, Nate. ^_- Anytime. I like to see you smile :) * Feray backs her ears again and actually kind of blushes. She snorts. "Careful there, you might ruin the image I have that all men are out to maim a woman's emotions." ;) Come on, I'd think you'd know me better than that by now ^_- Well, I didn't know you could turn into a seafood dish and taste good with butter. ;) So I don't know you THAT well. Perhaps, but that was still me in there * Feray shakes her head and stretches, sighing. "Symbolic, sweet and handsome. Ah, my mother would still lament the lack of horns." * Nathan laughs, "Well, we can't all be perfect." ;) On that note, you buff god you, I think I shall leave you to attempt and fail at getting to sleep once more. ^_- Oooh, shall I tuck you and sing you a lullabye? ^_- * Feray arches both eyebrows and chuckles. "I can just imagine the lewd lullabyes you'd croon to me." Maybe, but I'd bore you enough to make ya sleep I'll bet ^_- How could I sleep if your wonderful, handsome face was looming over me? ;) Talk about distraction. ^_- * Feray fans herself with a hand. ;) I'm sure I could find some way to wear you out ;) * Feray pauses and stares at Nate for a moment, her jaw dropping slightly. * Feray bursts out into another coughing fit! * Nathan looks concerned as Feray starts coughing * Feray continues for a few moments and braces herself on the table, knuckles going white. She shivers noticably, her whole body shaking briefly. * Nathan stands up to help her Maybe we should get you to bed sooner than later, huh? * Feray grunts softly and doesn't answer, the coughing stopping as she rubs her face hard. Nnnghh. * Nathan waits for a more solid response * Feray sighs softly and drops her hand, looking tired. "Hgnnhh. Bed now, yes." * Nathan nods, and helps Feray up the stairs * Feray leans into Nate, feeling oddly cool to the touch. ...just....no lullabyes, please...guhhnn. * Nathan gives her a reassuring hug, "No singing. I promise." * Feray chuckles weakly. "Let's hope no one is up, they'll think we're having a torrid romantic affair." If they do, we'll just deny everything and then act like it true, just to confound them all ^_- * Feray idly tries not to nuzzle into Nate's body and instead stares straight ahead as they reach the girls' rooms. * Feray suddenly shudders softly and tenses noticably, gritting her teeth. Hm? Guh....trying...not to...cough... * Feray lets out a croak. ^^; It'll be okay. Come on Besides, I know they'll understand * Feray shakes her head and mumbles softly, opening the door. "Sorry about this...thought I would be alright downstairs for a bit..." You did fine. Remember, not all wars were won because every battle was victorious * Feray utters a low, weak laugh and rests her head briefly against Nathan's arm at that. "Oh cripes...don't start with the deep metaphors...it makes the world spin." Sorry, can't help it ;) * Nathan opens the door and helps Feray inside * Feray glances nervously at the sleeping forms, her voice soft and quiet as she heads with Nate to the only vacant bed. "My stop." So it would seem. You get some sleep now OK. We have another long day tomorow. And I'm going to be counting on you to watch my back :) Sure thing...back..watching....mmnh. * Feray tiredly flops down onto her bed and curls up. * Nathan slips Feray's blanket over her Goodnight Feray * Feray mumbles something unintelligable, though it's safe to assume it's a response of 'g'night'....she snuggles deep into the blankets, coughing softly a final time before going silent.. * Nathan watches Feray for a bit, then quietly slips out the door, shuting it behind him ==End Lude! Flirtiness factor 5!==