Warm Spring day in the park

[Colonel Worm]

Worm listens to Rhodes recount the story of their courtship. It's nice, sitting in this park, in the sun, with two people who can really understand what it's like to be him. Well, sort of. They can understand a lot. Even if the particulars differ. And that matters.

It's also nice to see two of the Lost so thoroughly in love. To know that that's still possible for their kind. Even if it might not ever happen for him (he's more of a one night stand kind of guy). He's not a player, though. He just crushes a lot.

As Rhodes speaks, he sits back up, wrapping his arms around his knees, obviously engaged.

"Well that's just...heartwarming." It's clear Worm is looking for a witty reply, something funny to say, a joke to crack. But there's nothing there. Sometimes a feel-good story is just that: a story that makes you feel good. "Have to admit, it's really nice to see a couple in our...position make things work. Relationships can be hard to navigate, even when you're not...you know." A pause. "Kudos to both of you, really." An honest smile is offered to Rhodes and Sera in turn.

The Colonel looks up at the sky, as if he's telling time from the position of the sun. "Look, don't mean to be rude, but I think I need to mosey on. Got to grab a bite and hit the head." He gives them an exaggerated grimace. The Goblin's got to pee.

To Sera: "But you got my number now. So, if there's fun to be had, or other business afoot. You give me a call, day or night...I don't sleep much."

I'm ready to wrap when you folks are. Thanks for the fun scene!

[Rhodes]

The Dread Lord keeps his face deliberately straight as Sera admits calling for help might keep her from fighting, though inside something leaps for joy. Ever since the hospital, it was.... not that she couldn't defend herself, not by any stretch. But if she got hurt... he knew how easily he would leave all sense behind.

"You never would, darling. But you have always possessed fewer of our... less salubrious qualities." The Lost all had their dark sides, and the Fairest mimiced the Gentry in dark ways. Envy, jealousy. Pride. And if pushed sufficiently, sadistic malice.

Her golden laugh brings out a natural one in him. "No, not at all. You provided something far more enticing.... a challenge." One that had permanently shaped him and, by many standards, one could easily say for the better. Would he be skulking around the Freehold reveling in Fear if not for Sera's enlightening influence? Who could say. Would he be more aligned with Fear? It was a worrying, and yet intriguing prospect.

Emerald eyes look towards Worm. They have taken a slightly misty look as if lost in memory. "Neither of us expected this to become what it has. Though you seem to have caught me on expressive day. Lucky for you." He offers the goblin a nod. "Of course. Take care, Colonel. I'm sure we'll be seeing you around."

Also happy to wrap. It's been a nice scene!

[Seraphina]

She had to laugh softly. Was it heartwarming? Maybe in a way it was. Finding someone to love, who loved you, was rare in their world. Their trauma was real, and love was often twisted and used against them. Not only by their Keeper’s, but by other Lost.

A nod, “I was a bit surprised myself. Like you said, it can be hard to navigate in our position. Though it’s not easy, it is worth it.” They would always have hurdles and challenges, but they could face them together.

A hand waves dismissively, “Not rude at all! I should probably get to the coffee shop and make sure no one’s burned it down.” She says with a laugh. “Hope you get a chance to stop by sometime.” Her words genuine. A nod, “I will keep my ears open and call you when I hear about some fun going on. Or trouble.” A chuckle, “Was great meeting you!”

A shrug, he was right. She wasn’t the typical Fairest. While she had some of the traits, there wasn’t many.

They both seemed to enjoy a challenge. “You do enjoy those.” She replies with a smirk.

Was a fun scene! Thank you!