ϡ - Chapter Forty-One; a new beginning [forward dated to the afternoon]

[folklorist]

[ Anyone nearby the bridge by House 47 and House 35 will see the droids unceremoniously drop a rather disgruntled and startled blonde man into the river. Helios wasn’t awake fully at the time, but he sure is now! He is just going to sputter and flail a bit in the water before making his way towards dryer land. Helios is totally not amused by this guys, especially since it's kinda cold out. The water is also an odd shade of purple…and that grass is blue. He is just…really confused, because nothing is the right color and he’s slightly panicking from this revelation. It must be a side-effect…it has to be. And once he finally runs into people, he'll notice a strange and alarming aura around each individual person. It's a side-effect from John's tampering with his death penalty.

He’ll groggily get up and wring out his long sleeve shirt and jacket, huffing and mumbling under his breath. Not the graceful or nicest of re-entries to the enclosure. You can find Helios walking through the village, soaking wet and a bit miffed, back to his house. And once he gets there he’ll get settled, changed, and make a voice entry.]

[Voice]

I’m, ah, b-back. Thank you f-for whoever took care of the Library in my absence. Everything is well, aside from seeing things in c-color again. Surprisingly…strange and saying that is rather odd too. [ A laugh on his end. There’s a rattling noise from somewhere off in the distance. Luminair’s chirps get excited and happy as Helios gives a surprised gasp. ] Oh! Gods , is it really that time already? I-I didn’t even realize…though the time it takes is far less than your own.

[ Helios clears his throat, his tone slightly more jovial and happy than before. ] It’s a pleasure to meet all the new arrivals we’ve gotten these past few weeks. I hope everyone hasn’t had too much t-trouble settling in. The library is free to use for anyone who wants, and we also have a bookclub that meets once a month. Also if anyone has any questions about the spirits of this place, or m-magic in general, I ah wouldn’t mind assisting you in learning. There’s also a m-magic club that meets every once in awhile too! [ Some more rattling as Luminair chirps more emphatically. ]

Oh, dear, I-I wonder if it’ll last until tomorrow… [ A tapping noise as he taps a pencil on the table. ]

Ah. I-I was wondering…how many people would be interested in seeing a newborn dragon hatch? I-I think this calls for a little celebration, don’t you think Luminair? [ A happy chirp in reply is heard from somewhere off in the room. ]

If anyone wants to stop by tomorrow to see the hatching…I wouldn’t mind having a small little get together! I could make some food and-and a cake too. Anyone is welcome to come by house forty-four. We could all benefit from a little celebration once in awhile, hm?

((ooc; For Helios' return effect he is seeing people's auras, along with seeing the world in weird colors and shades. The auras that Helios are seeing, are just different facets to a person's personality. If you don't want him to see someone's aura just let me know and we can work around that! ))

Comments

[folklorist]

I was thinking that you might like to come, Spock. [ He sounds quite amused in his reply. He knew how curious a mind the other man had and that suited Helios just fine. He almost shared the same trait, overt curiousness, you could never know too much. ]

I'd love to have you come then. I figure if anything, the little one will get used to humans and the people here more readily by being introduced to them initially.

[spohkh]

Very well... when would be an ideal time to come to your residence? [Spock was doing his best not to sound too eager.... this should prove rather interesting.]

I also have another matter to speak to you about.

[folklorist]

How about...around two o'clock. I think that should be a very good time for everyone. [ Helios gives a curious hum on his end. ]

Oh you do? What about?

[spohkh]

I believe I may have come into contact with one of the spirits.. Would you be amenable to teaching me how to utilize this power?

[folklorist]

Y-You have? That's wonderful! I wouldn't mind teaching you that at all. I-I mean you've already made contact so utilizing that power is going to be much easier now.

[spohkh]

Indeed? It is a rather interesting sensation... my mind is attempting to make sense of it.
However, since I appear to be most comfortable with fire, Eferin and I seem to have an affinity for one another.

[folklorist]

It...can be strange for those unaccustomed to magic and such sensations. I know it's different for every, especially people who are telekinetic or have some sort for of powers with their minds. Eferin, hm? That's certainly a very good start, Spock. I wonder if you'll be able to contact Sona as well. Since your world doesn't seem to have much in the way of magic, if I'm not mistaken?

[ The fact that the other was able to make such a fast connection even with his own mindset is quite interesting. ]

[spohkh]

Indeed... the invasion has been... different. Though not intrusive. If anything, my mental control allows for a unique communication with this particular spirit...

As for association... Vulcan was a desert planet. The temperature were rather high for human standards and fire was utilized often. I feel... comfortable with Eferin.

[folklorist]

Ah yes that's right. You have some form of telekinesis do you not? I-I remember from that time with, with Luminair. [ A soft hum from him on his end. ]

That makes sense then. Subtle connections like that often lead to easier communications with the spirits.

[spohkh]

Indeed? It is certainly a fascinating experience to be sure.

Would you let me know when you would be amenable to meeting for a ...lesson in magic?

[folklorist]

I can only imagine...but yes! Whenever you're ready to. I-I could manage something for, ah, later this week or next week if you'd prefer?

[spohkh]

[Spock bows his head...]

That would be well. I will await you message. Though I will see you tomorrow afternoon for the birth of the baby dragon.

[folklorist]

That sounds perfect Spock. I'll be sure to contact you, perhaps after Thanksgiving.

[spohkh]

Very well. Peace and long life to you Professor Helios. [Spock bows his head, and lifts his hand in a Ta'al... then the screen goes blank.]