Convalescing in a familiar environment

by **Zeryn** » Sun Sep 15, 2013 2:52 am

It was always easy to tell when Zeryn had been in the pool. For one thing, he'd learned how to turn off the chlorine system to the pool. And for another thing, he invariably separated out the chlorine from the pool water, dumping it all into a garbage can by the door. These days, thankfully, he had the sense to cover it with something and keep it well out of the way. Still, he wasn't the most popular person with the maintenence staff.

The man himself was lying in the pool, now with clean, non-chemically enhanced water, soaking off the fight earlier.

by **Mariuset** » Sun Sep 15, 2013 2:58 am

"Greetings, Zeryn." Mariuset said formally, "May I enter?" it wasn't strictly speaking his water, but it seemed wise to be polite.

by **Zeryn** » Sun Sep 15, 2013 3:06 am

Zeryn opened his eyes, then simply nodded. "Of course," he said, his expression very guarded.

by **Mariuset** » Sun Sep 15, 2013 3:18 am

"Thank you." she said, stepping into the water "I wish to say that I regret my earlier words. I spoke in haste, I apologize."

by **Zeryn** » Sun Sep 15, 2013 3:25 am

He looked at her for a moment, considering her words. "Dolphins," he said, "Are vile creatures. Also, certain families with lands along territorial borders are both horrible gossips and utter liars. Would you not agree?"

by **Mariuset** » Sun Sep 15, 2013 3:27 am

"I would agree completely."

by **Zeryn** » Sun Sep 15, 2013 3:35 am

His expression softened a bit. "You are well, now, I hope?" he asked, motioning her over.

by **Mariuset** » Sun Sep 15, 2013 3:38 am

"I am quite well, thanks to you."

by **Zeryn** » Sun Sep 15, 2013 3:42 am

He nodded. "I simply wish I had been faster. When you seemed to not be breathing, even with assistance..." he shivered a bit.

by **Mariuset** » Sun Sep 15, 2013 3:59 am

"It was only for a moment." she replied "Truly, I am well recovered."

by **Zeryn** » Sun Sep 15, 2013 9:06 am

He studied her reaction carefully before nodding, his voice getting gentler. "Good. I know that I failed you in this case. But I would not want you to think that you could not count on me if you needed it. Or even if you wished it."

by **Mariuset** » Sun Sep 15, 2013 12:41 pm

"I thank you, but truly, I was foolish. My impulsiveness is not your fault."

by **Zeryn** » Sun Sep 15, 2013 6:16 pm

He managed a smile at that. "And if I perform my duties properly, you should be free to be as foolish as anyone else in this school."

by **Mariuset** » Mon Sep 16, 2013 4:19 pm

"I would hope to be more sensible than the surface dwellers, but some of their ways are so strange it is difficult to judge what is wise and what is foolish."

by **Zeryn** » Mon Sep 16, 2013 7:36 pm

He nodded sympathetically. "What has given you troubles?" he asked.

by **Mariuset** » Mon Sep 16, 2013 10:55 pm

"Many small things." Mariuset replied "But I've started to make friends. Trev has been showing me around, and helped my buy a computer."

by **Zeryn** » Mon Sep 16, 2013 11:10 pm

"Ah, of course," Zeryn said. "Those machines rarely agreed with me," he admitted, making an indicative gesture to the pool. "I'm... glad that someone was able to help you with the matter," he added diplomatically.

by **Mariuset** » Mon Sep 16, 2013 11:24 pm

"They are extremely sensitive to water." Mariuset said "Which is a pity, since the games one can play on them are quite amusing."

by **Zeryn** » Mon Sep 16, 2013 11:36 pm

He nodded. "I would offer to have one made for you which can operate underwater, as I am having made, but I somehow doubt you would find it a useful offer," he admitted, smiling slightly.

by **Mariuset** » Tue Sep 17, 2013 1:02 am

"I believe that you are correct." Mariuset paused for a moment "It...until very recently, I didn't realize how fully the sea is lost to me."

by **Zeryn** » Tue Sep 17, 2013 1:15 am

"All tides change," he said gently. "Though it may take more than a cycle of the moon now, still all tides might change."

by **Mariuset** » Tue Sep 17, 2013 1:32 am

"I pray that you are correct." she said, obviously trying not to cry.

by **Zeryn** » Tue Sep 17, 2013 1:35 am

Zeryn sighed, then he drifted away from the edge of the pool. "As do I," he said, reaching out to offer both his hands to her.

by **Mariuset** » Tue Sep 17, 2013 1:39 am

Mariuset took his hands "Thank you." she said again "You must think me very weak."

by **Zeryn** » Tue Sep 17, 2013 5:11 am

Zeryn smiled slightly. "Never. You endured years of isolation, mistreatment, confinement, to say nothing of how we found you." He pulled her closer to hug her. "You still stand proud and brave, as you should. I could never think you weak for feeling sorrow over a legitimate loss."

by **Mariuset** » Tue Sep 17, 2013 10:49 am

"And once again, you've saved me. You seem to be making a habit of that."

by **Zeryn** » Tue Sep 17, 2013 8:29 pm

"Well, it benefitted me greatly the first time, I decided that a second time could be equally beneficial," he... joked? He squeezed her a little. "I'll do it a third time, and as many times as is necessary," he added quietly. "Unless you wish me to stop, that is..."

by **Mariuset** » Tue Sep 17, 2013 11:40 pm

"I don't think that I shall ever become weary of having such a brave warrior as a protector."

by **Zeryn** » Wed Sep 18, 2013 12:11 am

"Then it would be a shame to allow you to grow used to it only to stop," he reasoned. "I suppose that this means I shall simply have to continue, yes?"

by **Mariuset** » Wed Sep 18, 2013 12:26 am

"That sounds most agreeable to me."

by **Zeryn** » Wed Sep 18, 2013 12:50 am

"I would be disappointed if you thought otherwise," he said with a small smile. Without thinking about it, he kissed her very lightly as he drew back.

by **Mariuset** » Wed Sep 18, 2013 1:40 am

"I would not want to disappoint you." she said, her smile making her words seem less formal.

by **Zeryn** » Wed Sep 18, 2013 1:55 am

He smiled at that. "Well if we're to continue not disappointing, perhaps I need to keep a closer eye on you," he said reasonably. "Perhaps dinner tomorrow?"

by **Mariuset** » Wed Sep 18, 2013 1:57 am

"I believe that the day after would suit me better." she replied "I believe I have a previous commitment."

by **Zeryn** » Wed Sep 18, 2013 1:58 am

"Ah, of course," Zeryn said, straightening and nodding formally.

by **Mariuset** » Wed Sep 18, 2013 2:09 am

"Thank you for being so understanding." she said, smiling at him.

by **Zeryn** » Wed Sep 18, 2013 2:18 am

"I could hardly ask you to upset your life on my behalf," he said evenly as he sank back into the water, drifting back toward the deeper end of the pool.

by **Mariuset** » Wed Sep 18, 2013 2:23 am

Mariuset didn't follow him, and just floated in the shallower end of the pool I would think you would be pleased that I am meeting people and making friends.

by **Zeryn** » Wed Sep 18, 2013 2:26 am

He stopped for a moment to see if she would follow, then sighed as he drifted deeper.

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