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ϡ - Chapter TwentyThree; In which one deals with tricky spells [video/action for housemates/voice]

[ You can have a view of Helios leaning back in his chair, rather comfortably actually. He's in his room and in said background are scattered papers and objects. Incidentally he doesn't have his glasses on today, might be due to the fact that he's conducting a delicate experiment in his room. Keyword being delicate. If you catch a glimpse of any of the papers in the background it'll make no sense if you can't read runes. Though one in particular has the diagram of a ring with various lines and runic lettering on it. Helios will lean forward smiling at the journal. ]

Ah, I hope it's on. Erm, yes. [ Clearing his throat he still doesn't get these things. He just brings a hand to his chin, characteristic thoughtful pose is go! ]

I wonder...many of you know about magic, of course. But how many of you can actually apply magical attributes to an inanimate object? Like--ah, enchantments! They're rather tricky and if done wrong they can well...blow up in your face- [ Or you colleague's faces. ] -but they can be used for all sorts of things. Like making a sword into a flaming sword by applying a fire spell to said sword, and when the right incantation is spoken it alights!

[ A thoughtful hum. ] Also are there any myths or legends in your worlds based around objects? Like Excalibur, hammer of Thor, or maybe even the holy grail? Just wondering...all out of curiosity. [ And possibly to further his own research, maybe even get some help on the little project he's been doing since Halloween. Except during his little questioning session the spell he was trying to place on said inanimate objects will begin to sizzle in the background. Smoke is going to start clouding the video and sparks can be seen as well. His eyes will widen as he turns abruptly knocking the journal on the floor and turning off the video function but not the voice. ]

Oh! No-no not again. This wasn't supposed to--! [ There's a very loud bang and the room shakes with it. Sorry housemates there will be a spillage of black, with what seems to have shards of diamonds sprinkled throughout it, smoke coming from Helios' room as he slams the door open. Helios' face will also bear the marks of said explosion as he tumbles out of the room, face and clothes covered in black soot, but he at least has journal in hand. Also people over the journals can hear him coughing rather a lot. Before long you'll hear him laughing though, replying rather amused. ] Ah, yes, very tricky!

[ Going to be brushing off the fact that just happened. You didn't hear anything, everything is fine. Okay, well, Frederic and Giles might be a tad bit annoyed. ]

Um, right, welcome to Luceti all of you who've just been brought here! It takes a bit to get used to everything but we luckily have a nice welcoming committee! You're free to answer those questions as well if you want to! Anyone can as they are open to everyone to answer.

[ Don't mind the fact he just blew himself up, nope. A brief pause on his end. ]

Hm...oh, is that on fire? That is on fire. Just-just a moment. [ Going to go put that out now yup and you can just...talk to him after wards. Derpy derp nice way to introduce yourself to all the new people, Helios. ]

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[ Helios might come over and sit next to him looking at nothing but the floor. ]

Maybe it's...one of those instances that you have to decide for yourself. Maybe there's no answer because it's you who needs to figure it out. [ He'll give Frederic a short glance. ]

Sometimes things like this don't have an answer to be found.

[Frederic turns back to look at his friend.]

I wonder what would happen to me if I died here. Would I shatter and never be able to return or would I die as if I was a normal human being?

[ His glance turns sharp as does his tone. ]

Don't even think about that, Frederic. Even if we can be brought back here, death isn't some...some sort game or-or experiment you undergo. I will tell you that you'll hurt a lot of people that way, never mind finding out about your dilemma.

[He hears and see that sharpness coming from his friend then answers.]

I know death is not a game or an experiment, I'm not someone who takes it lightly either given my history. I...have always been told I was dying or had my foot in the grave already.

I think you should prove people wrong then. I-I mean here you can.

I just...don't think you should think like that. It won't, it won't help any.

Prove the doctors and gossipers wrong? I always thought my surviving the tuberculosis was enough to prove them wrong, some did say what happened to me was a miracle in itself. But I still feel as if that was not enough.

[ His tone and voice is a bit softer now looking back at the room silently for a few seconds. ]

Not enough? What more would you want to prove to them then? [ Asks the man who wishes to redeem and prove himself to others. ]

[He becomes more determined in tone.]

That I am not the weak and fragile man I was once, I can be strong if I so desire it.

I never thought you were either. You're a stronger person than I am, at least. People can change and if people saw you now I'm sure they'd agree with that.

So many thoughts I keep inside though, thinking only of my past and those in the past...I thought I was finally able to move on. But now, I've begun to realize that it is time to at last move on for their sakes along with my own.

It's a hard thing...moving on. [ He definately knows the deal with that. ]

But if you can do that...I think it'll make you a better person. A person your friends can rely more on and have faith in. You can still keep them with you to make you stronger and never forget what they mean to you.

Ah, well, at least that's what I always think.

Helios, I never want to forget them. Especially Polka, I want to keep the memory of her alive in this place. She deserves that much from me, considering how much she and Emilia were alike. [He sighs and then looks towards the window again.] I always do wonder what would happen if Emilia ever came to this world. Would she be happy or end up being miserable?

Of course and I'm sure she would do the same. [ Helios pauses looking a bit surprised. ]

I wonder the exact same thing with Elise. After everything that's happened...would she be happy here in this place?

I'm certain Elise would be happy with you here, but Emilia... She might not even recognize me as I am now.

I-I don't know. I-I wouldn't even know what to say to her. And why shouldn't Emilia not recognize you? You're still Frederic Chopin, regardless of how you look. I bet she'd get you just by, well, personality and speech alone.

But it is a bit frightening to think about.

The last time she ever saw me was when I was sixteen, I've changed over the years in appearance.

True. But I'm sure she would be able to recognize you if she was as close as she seems to be.

Do you truly think she would, Helios? We were very close, but.

I think so. I think if you gave her time and some reassurance she would definately recognize you.

That is very true when one thinks about it, perhaps it wouldn't be so terrible after all.

Yes! See I'm sure it'd be fine if she came here. Despite everything that Luceti amounts to. I-I think she'd like to see you again.

That makes me feel a bit...better.

[ That gets a smile out of Helios. ]

I'm glad then I could at least help a little. I-I'm also glad that you decided to talk to me about this, Frederic. It must have been very hard and after everything...you still confided in me. So I just wanted to say that makes me feel better as well.

I'm glad to hear this, Helios. It was a little hard, but I knew I couldn't stay angry with you forever because you are my friend and have done so much for me.

Not nearly as much as you think. [ Helios will smile though. ]

Especially coming back to all this. [ Helios motions to the apartment. ]

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