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Post by Calista nó Valerian on Jun 1, 2009 9:22:01 GMT -5
I'd gone out shopping a few days prior, browsing nothing in particular, aiming mostly to escape Valerians walls when suddenly I found myself staring at an object, immediately struck. A figure of blown glass, it depicted an emerald-colored stalk, the plant growing up from a faux pot of rich, black dirt. Through the leaves ran rivers of scarlet, bright strips of color that begged attention, though small enough that they didn't overwhelm the piece in its entirety. To top it off, three of the leaves held miniature figurines; the lowest had a caterpillar, the middle a cocoon hanging from the leaf, and the very top leaf of the stalk had a beautiful butterfly perched atop it. To me, it symbolized a peaceful depiction of life, the green of plants coupled with the fragile transformation of the butterfly... and with it, LaValle was the first and only thought I had.
I bought it, had it wrapped and carried it carefully back to Valerian. I hoped he'd like it, that he wouldn't find it silly. With my first free afternoon since that day, I approached Alyssum with a blush staining my cheeks, and waited quietly as a startled fosterling ran off to find LaValle for me, the boxed present cradled in my hands.
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Post by LaValle nó Alyssum on Jun 1, 2009 15:22:38 GMT -5
One of the younger fosterlings came to tell me that I had a visitor and gave me the name; I was so surprised that I blushed, nearly dropped the eggshell I'd been painting and had to make the poor child repeat herself. Once she did so I managed to put aside my project carefully and rose, removing the apron I'd put on to keep from staining my shirt and quickly made my way outside.
I saw her figure standing on one of the further paths and slowed, not wanting to surprise her too terribly or bowl her over in my awe. She looked as stunningly beautiful as ever and I blushed anew as I walked up to her, then gave her a quick kiss of greeting on her cheek. "Good afternoon- I'm very happy to see you," I told her in a soft tone, my voice nearly a whisper.
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Post by Calista nó Valerian on Jun 1, 2009 23:24:07 GMT -5
I wasn't waiting overlong when I caught sight of a figure ambling up towards me, moving with a grace that reminded me faintly of the way blades of grass shifted in the summer breeze. "LaValle," I smiled up at him after returning the kiss. It was surprising to me how much I realized I missed him; my heart thudded a little harder in my chest, and a small pang lit between my breasts that I didn't understand. "I'm happy to see you too," I responded in earnest, my smile brightening a little more. "I missed you. How have you been?"
How silly I must have looked then, standing there with an unadorned box in my hands. Abruptly I felt a little silly, and very shy, as I carefully proffered it to him. "I got this for you.. It made me think of you, when I saw it."
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Post by LaValle nó Alyssum on Jun 2, 2009 8:08:12 GMT -5
"I missed you too," I told her in utter sincerity, my heart clenching at her presence and the shy expression on her face- and the sheer beauty of her. It wasn't until I saw her before me that I realized exactly how long it had been since our last meeting and it always struck me anew how very, very much I didn't want it to be so long before we saw each other again.
With complete surprise and a blush I took the box she offered delicately, as though handling an easily bruised flower or one of the eggs I'd started painting of late. "A gift? For me?" I asked in a near whisper, lifting the lid and moving aside the fabric wrapped around it; at seeing the statuette my eyes widened. "You saw this- and thought of me?" My eyes caught hers and I didn't know what to say; before I knew it I brushed a kiss across her lips, stepping closer to her and blushing though I didn't pull away. "Thank you. It's the most beautiful think I've ever received, just as you are the most beautiful person I've ever seen."
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Post by Calista nó Valerian on Jun 2, 2009 13:14:18 GMT -5
His reaction was more than I could ever begin to hope for, and I felt my heart lighten with ever passing second that surprise and joy covered his handsome face. I'd only begun to nod my response when he closed the distance and kissed me, ever so softly and lightly as was LaValles way, but it left me blushing, a thread of yearning already seeping into my bones.
His compliments deepened my blush, but I smiled unabashedly at him, unexplainably happy to see him again, to be in his soothing presence. "I should have come to visit you long before now," I said a bit guiltily, though my mind was upon the way he'd stayed standing close to me, not bothering to put a comfortable distance between us again as I would have otherwise expected him to. LaValle was so sweet though, his words and compliments would have made me love him more, even if I'd born witness to him speaking them to another. It was impossible not to like him, or to hold a grudge against him.
"I'm glad you like it," I murmured, and before I could convince myself not to, I abruptly leaned up, throwing my arms about his neck in a warm hug. "I missed you."
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Post by LaValle nó Alyssum on Jun 2, 2009 19:58:27 GMT -5
"I love it," I assured her, then stilled for a moment, a bit surprised by the demonstrative nature of her hug- but so pleased by it that nearly without realizing what I'd done I wrapped my free arm around her shoulders and hugged her back as closely as I could, careful at the same time to not drop her precious gift. I ducked my face slightly to rest my cheek against hers, inhaling deeply of the scent of her skin and hair. Perhaps not the best idea, for I felt the ache of desire stirring deep within my chest; but how could I resist when it may be so long before I was able to come so close to her again.
My eyes drifted closed at the feeling of her warm body near mine and I brought my lips close to her ear. "I missed you too," I could only whisper, my voice full of sincerity. "I always do."
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Post by Calista nó Valerian on Jun 3, 2009 14:33:16 GMT -5
I smiled, blushing lightly again at the nature of his response. I'd expected a hug in return but nothing more; in truth, I hadn't expected the hug itself to last overlong. I didn't pull back, though, indulging in the opportunity to bask in the calmness that surrounded LaValle. It seemed that no matter how crazy my life became, at how confusing some situations were, I could always count on this one relationship not to send me into hiding. I squeezed him softly before slowly pulling back, my lips finding his cheek to give him a soft kiss as I moved.
"Oh,"I gasped, my blush deepening as I looked at the present I'd given him - the one he precariously balanced now. "Oh, I'm sorry - I didn't even think of it, I just.."
Ah, Elua! Would my cheeks never stop burning? I felt the heat deepen and I ducked my head a little, my fingers falling down his chest and away again as I sought to compose myself. "I'm not interrupting anything, am I? I could always come back later, if needed.."
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Post by LaValle nó Alyssum on Jun 4, 2009 14:55:08 GMT -5
As she pulled away I realized how forwardly I'd been behaving and flushed brightly but shook my head gently at her protests- and the idea of leaving. "No,it's alright," I assured her softly, bringing my free hand to her cheek and stroking it gently. "I- don't have anything to do right now and I would like to speak with you some more-if you're not planning anything yourself. I wouldn't want to take you away from somewhere you need to be."
Even when blushing and hesitant I loved watching her, hearing her voice and the sweet way in which she phrased her statements. "Besides- I want to find something for you, something as wonderful as the gift you've given me and as beautiful as seeing your face."
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Post by Calista nó Valerian on Jun 4, 2009 15:28:45 GMT -5
"LaValle," I blushed, his compliments making me shift where I stood. "You don't need to do that. Just spending time with you is good enough for me."
His hand upon my cheek was comforting, a gesture he did a lot, and one that I truly liked. I leaned into it a little, breathing a soft sigh of contentment. "Do you think you could leave your House with me, to visit Eluas temple in the city?"
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Post by LaValle nó Alyssum on Jun 7, 2009 8:42:34 GMT -5
Her words caused a shy smile to spread across my face and I stroked her face even more at the way she leaned into my hand, her soft skin sliding beneath my touch and causing a muted thrill of pleasure through my body. "I'd be glad to go with you, I'm not needed for anything in particular at the moment," I assured her softly; I was dressed well enough for such a trip. I almost wanted to ask why she was going but I didn't want to intrude on her thoughts if they were too personal.
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Post by Calista nó Valerian on Jun 11, 2009 9:23:34 GMT -5
My smile brightened my face further at his response, and I was inwardly surprised with how pleased I was at his acceptance. "Do you need to tell someone?"
I'd not leaned away yet, my face still nestled ever so slightly against the stroke of his hand. Abruptly I realized it and slowly -reluctantly- leaned away, feeling much like a cat leaning against its masters loving hand. Before I left his touch entirely, I turned, ever so slightly letting my lips graze one of his silken fingertips. It brought a shudder to ripple through me, but I knew if LaValle would be allowed out, they mustn't suspect anything between us. If only I could rid myself of the goosebumps over my arms.
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Post by LaValle nó Alyssum on Jun 14, 2009 20:22:41 GMT -5
"I'll let them know," I assured her with a sweet smile, feeling more at ease than I had in a long time and full of happiness, as real and bright as any I'd felt in it felt like years. I wanted to spend time with her, to walk and talk and laugh a bit even if it meant a bit more self-control on my part to make sure I behaved. I would risk it for as many moments of her company as she could stand to give me.
Then, her eyes flashed just slightly and she turned her head and I could feel the silky skin of her lips against my fingers- and I felt my breath catch and swallowed reflexively in reaction to the lump of subtle pleasure and desire that rose in my throat, my skin flushing the slightest bit though under my thoughts it quickly faded. "I'll be right back," I assured her, then turned and walked quickly over to one of the other adepts, who simply nodded in understanding and went back to her writings.
In the space of two minutes I was back at Calista's side and I smiled shyly, the flush returning just the barest bit. "Are you ready?"
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Post by Calista nó Valerian on Jul 4, 2009 9:23:11 GMT -5
LaValle was only just gone before he returned again, and I smiled at him, unabashed with my happiness that he would be coming with me. I wasn't loud with it, or flamboyant, but I wasn't afraid of him seeing how happy I was that he was coming along. "I'm ready," I assured him, turning slightly to face the walk that lead out of Alyssum. "I'm glad you're coming, LaValle," I added, glancing up at him.
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