What's in a Name? [CLOSED]

That was an interesting lesson about Zakat. Who knew an entire bunker would be hidden underground in case of problems? It was clever and seemed to be able to house quite a large population. Eira doubted highly that she had seen it all with this short walk through. Soon, they came to the top only to be startled by Luxanna. Seeing that they had both been startled, Luxanna giggled a little at it. "I am glad she told you. It is getting close to dinner time, so I was hoping we could all have dinner together. It would just be a small token of my thanks towards you two as well as a nice reception for my sister's return." "Sounds good." both Eira and Luxanna said at the exactly same time and tone. The two glanced back toward each other, glared for a moment, and then laughed together. It was like that was perfectly planned. They did it in unison. At least they got along, they were both unsure whether they would after their multiple staring contests. Luckily for the both of them, their little staring contests were over a protectiveness they each felt over one person: Tsubine.

"Should we go get the other one?" Eira brought up about Serenity. "But if Miss Verdant is asleep, then I would hate to wake her for it... She has done so much. I feel she has earned that rest." Luxanna nodded in agreement, "Actually yeah. When I found her back in Arcadia, she was heading home from one of her missions. Apparently a village was being plagued by CAE again. She didn't even get to really rest before I asked her to come here." Luxanna glances back and forth between the two of them as she explained, showing each of them the same amount of respect by keeping eye contact with them. "She came here that fast?" Eira asked and Luxanna nodded again. "I was surprised as well. I didn't expect the Serenity Verdant to be such... a kind woman with child-like wonder. I couldn't get her to stop touching things." Eira, Luxanna, and hopefully Tsubine shared in a quick laugh as Serenity sneezed in her sleep.

"If she can not make it for dinner, then breakfast would be fine." Tsubine said and recieved another nod from Luxanna. "I hope so..." Eira said, scratching the front of her chest, through the opening of the robe she was wearing, "I want to thank her... a lot." Luxanna smiled and glanced off to he side, falling into her own thoughts and doing her best not to glance down Eira's robe. It wasn't that she wanted to. She was human and eyes were drawn to areas like that, whether they were interested or not. "Ah, but if you will excuse us... I must get Eira into something more presentable." Luxanna didn't look back toward either of them, for fear of wandering eyes. She merely nodded and waited for them to step away. Eira looped her arm with her sisters and began making her way towards Tsubine's room with her sister at the lead. "Hm... She refused to glance at my boobs." Eira whispered to her sister, "Told you she likes you." Eira smiled quite widely up to her sister, "I told you soooo." she teased as they walked on.

It was nice for them to share a laugh, especially with everything that has happened. Luxanna seemed to be taking it all well, even with the minor bits of tension between her and Eira. They even shared a laugh about Tsubine getting lost on the way to her room; that was just hilarious. It wasn't too surprising since this place was huge; Eira or Luxanna would likely get lost just as easily. Luckily they had a guide: Tsubine. Who now wanted to take Eira to get into some decent clothing. Luxanna stayed behind, unable to hear the teasing whispers between the twins as they moved along. It was funny to know that they were twins. The way most people thought twins would work is looking, acting, speaking identically with little hints of differences in between. These two were real twins, the more common kind of just being born on the same day. They weren't identical, just sisters.

Before they came to the room, Eira attempted to tease her sister a bit more. She was right about Luxanna liking Tsubine, at least she was pretty damn convinced that Luxanna did like her. Unfortunately, this teasing session backfired. What was once a little investigation of Luxanna's motives by testing her ability to glace away form someone that wasn't Tsubine... turned into a hurtful insult. “Oh come on!” Eira said only semi-irritated, also laughing as she and her sister walked along, “I know they're small okay, but do ya gotta rub it in..?” Yes, yes she did. It's how they work! Eira knew that was a thing between them; it was just like her making a few jokes toward Tsubine's height. There was nothing harmful behind it, but it was still something that they were each a little insecure about. Sure, Eira wanted her chest to be as large as her sisters, but she wouldn't trade them in for that height any day! It's why she was still able to keep a bit of a smile on her face.

As they came to the room, Eira was in awe by the doors and that wasn't even the best part. The doors opened and when Eira entered she had to hold herself back a bit. She wanted to go on like Luxanna had described Serenity, touching everything and asking what it's for. The room was beautiful. Eira looked around at everything until her eyes caught sight of something familiar: A picture. She went toward it and smiled widely at it. “She... had it painted...” she thought. It was one of her favorite pictures of the two of them. Seeing it actually brought a tear to her eye. She quickly rubbed it away and followed Tsubine along to the other room where the view was absolutely stunning. “Wow.” Eira let out pleasantly surprised at what she saw. She kept glancing out at that beautiful ocean under her sister pointed out where the wardrobe was. Eira nodded and moved into the room, looking at the blue dress that she was told she could not wear.

“Oh how tempting. It's gorgeous. You ever wear it?” Eira raised an eyebrow at Tsubine. She doubted that Tsubine had worn it, which was a shame. Her sister would look amazing in such a thing. Still, she moved through some of the clothing and saw a few things that she figured would fit her. She assumed that they were near the back of the room because Tsubine didn't wear them too often. She noticed a black suit that made her smirk. “I liiike.” she said, picking it up from it's area in the closet, “Do you mind if I wear this? It seems more my size than yours at this point...” If Tsubine said no, she'd keep looking. If her sister said it was okay, she'd drop the hospital gowns and the robe off of her body, fold them, and then set them to the side for while she changed. If one was to look, Eira's body was... perfect. Her skin was scar free and completely clear of blemishes. Once she was dressed, she'd step in front of any mirror she'd find and smirk. “The difference between you and me... I make this look good.” she said, totally teasing her sister, and totally not completely ripping off a movie that doesn't even exist in this universe. “So... When's dinner?” she asked, glancing out the window at that amazing view once again.

Eira was very happy to receive a gift from her sister. It was a reminder that things between them had not changed. No matter where they will go in life, no matter where they have been, the two of them were sisters and will always be. Eira loved Tsubine and always will. And as she was pulled into a hug with Tsubine, Eira returned the embrace strongly, holding her sister tightly and as long as she could before finally pulling away. If she had not wanted to keep her sister from seeing her cry, that's what Eira would be doing right now. Everything just felt so right. As the hug ended, Tsubine led her sister along and out of the room toward a guard. "Guard, inform our guest Luxanna Luminere that dinner is now being served in the main dining room. Then lead her there." Eira continued to follow her sister silently. She had a few questions about what she was seeing around the palace, but chose to stay silent. These moments with her sister felt perfect just walking in the halls of this beautiful place; she did not want to ruin it.

Soon the two of them arrived in the dining hall. It was quite large and beautifully decorated. Eira followed over to the table and would sit down where she was told. A few moments later, Luxanna would enter the hall being escorted by the person sent and sit down when and where she was told. Once they did sit down, they would both tell their own personal maids their orders. Eira would order steak, mashed potatoes, and steamed vegetables on the side with a specially made sauce on the side; she was picky as hell with each seasoning she asked to be put in that sauce. After hearing that, Luxanna blinked a couple times, scratched her order and said “I want what she's having.” Once the maid had Tsubine's order and would all leave, Luxanna and Eira would both keep quiet, looking back and forth between the others at the table. “So...” Luxanna spoke up, “Do either of you have any plans?”

Eira would stay silent at first. She had plans, but wasn't sure whether to reveal them before her sister. She looked to Tsubine, wanting her twin to speak before she did. Once her sister did speak though, she would clear her throat and nod. “Y-Yes, actually...” Eira spoke up a little nervously, “I... want to find someone, two or three people in fact... It's a shame because I can't remember their names, only their faces.” Eira looked down to the table in front of her, desperately trying to remember the names of those she felt the need to see. While thinking of this, she sort of dazed out. She stared straight forward and began speaking softly. “A golden man with the cockiest smile... We fought, but he left for reasons I still do not understand... Your friend...” Eira glanced to Luxanna and then stared off again, “I owe him a lot more than an apology, but that's where I wish to start...” She went silent for a moment, but it was obvious that she had more to say, “And a child. She was sweet and only wanted a friend, so I killed her Father.”

Eira stopped speaking. Luxanna was shocked, but kept a serious expression as she stared at Eira. She only knew where one of those people were a the moment. She had suspicions about who the child was, but doubted it since there was no physical description given. “Three faces... Only three...” Eira spoke up again, fighting the tears and keeping a semi-serious face, “Only three that escaped death by my hands... My plan is to find them, and to receive forgiveness, if at all possible. I will start with the child, of course... Since she was longest ago.” “His name is Pariah and you will not need to seek his forgiveness. He is healed and back to his normal self.” Luxanna spoke up, causing Eira to turn to her with shock in her eyes, “He has already forgiven you. He understood what was happening to you and only fought you to try and help you fight back. Pariah is my friend and kindest of men one can meet. You only have two faces you need to remember.” That made Eira cry, but with a smile. It was one less horror that she had to hold onto and it was a huge relief. “Th-Thank you...” she said through her sobs, placing her hands on her face as she cried.

“Ahhh! Oomph!”

Thirty seconds into Eira's crying, a loud bang echoed it's way into the dining room. Eira and Luxanna both shot their attention toward a newly open door to see Serenity had fallen into the room. “Aye...” Luxanna placed her fingers on the bridge of her nose, shaking her head at Serenity's clumsiness. Eira needed a laugh and she got it. She stood up and hurried over to Serenity's side, trying not to laugh so obviously, but not really being able to help it. “A-Are you okay?” Eira asked, reaching the green haired woman a little too late as the guards got to her first. “Uh'huh! I found this place, finally!” Serenity's stomach let out a growl that filled the entire dining room, “I'm sooo hungry.” Eira held out a hand to Serenity who took it with a big smile. “Come on, come sit with us.” Eira said and led Serenity over to her chair, where the maid quickly took her order. Unfortunately for Serenity, she made a little bit of a mistake, but that wasn't going to be caught until later. “So what was everyone talking about?” Serenity asked cheerfully as she swung her feeet back and forth, since she was too short to reach the floor.

Eira was stunned at her sister's choice. She didn't want Tsubine to have to do anything like that, especially when she already had other things that she had to deal with. Eira doubted that being the Emperor of an entire nation was a walk in the park. She didn't want her sister wasting her time doing more for her. "Miss Luminere... I have a requ—"  Tsubine stopped mid-sentence upon the arrival of a certain green haired woman. Eira was the first on the scene and brought Serenity to the table; it was the least she could do after how much Serenity had done. When they arrived back at the table, Serenity ordered and immediately tried pulling herself into the conversation with them. Eira didn't exactly want to keep talking about her past, so she was going to lead the conversation in a different direction, but her sister got there first. "We were only discussing what mine and Eira's plans were after this. Nothing too important to have missed." Tsubine knew her well and Eira smiled toward her for it.

"But... I hope you rested well. Was anything not satisfactory?" Tsubine asked and everyone's attention was on Serenity. She looked a little dazed for a moment and then. "YES!" Serenity's face suddenly got angry and then she held her arms out, "This place is too big and there is no map! I couldn't find this place for a long time!" It was really only like five minutes, and after she found a guard to point her in the correct direction it was fine, but it was apparently too long for a hyperactive Serenity to enjoy! "Serenity..." Luxanna spoke up and Serenity looked to her, "All that matters is that you're here." Serenity cheered up a lot and nodded to Luxanna. "Thank you very much." Serenity said. Luxanna could swear it was like dealing with a child. She liked Serenity when she wasn't full of energy. Apparently being away from Alain and her garden was too much on her mental state for her to not act like a child.

"Please excuse me for a moment..." Luxanna stood up and dusted off her skirt before turning away from the table. Unfortunately for her, she was unaware of the floor being flat and tripped over it. It was as if some outside source decided to suddenly make Luxanna a clutz and put one foot in front of the other. So, like Serenity had only moments ago, Luxanna fell forward, but without the door to catch her mid-fall. Her body fell forward and so did her skirt. She didn't really try to guard herself either. She just plopped there in the most comical fashion, allowing her skirt to fly up and reveal a lacy pair of light blue underwear. One could only wonder whether the bra matched or not. "Are you okay?" Serenity asked, too stunned to move from her chair. "Help her up, Tsubine!" Eira said with a nudge toward her sister, since she was on the opposite side of the table and her sister was right there.

Zakat truly was a beautiful Empire. It was so different than the surrounding nations. Instead of concentrating on magics, it concentrated on advancements in technology and made life easier on the people living in this place. It was so convenient. In Aracadia, one would have had to walk down a thousands steps of stairs before getting to the same depth that the elevator had brought Serenity and herself when they first arrived. Luxanna was unaware that the Emperor was currently standing behind her. Her guard was down and she wasn't exactly concentrating on the sounds around her. She was enjoying the sight of the city. Of course, this came to an end when she heard someone clear their throat. Luxanna blinked once before turning her attention to the person who arrived. "Milady?" Luxanna blinked a couple times in confusion, not sure why the Emperor was here. She was acting as if she forgot everything that had happened a minute ago. Of course, she had not forgotten, but felt it best to allow herself and the Emperor to push it aside like nothing.

"Miss Luminere... I... am truly sorry for my behavior earlier it was... most... uncharacteristic and impolite of me to stare." Luxanna turned fully toward Tsubine and blinked a couple times. She wasn't sure how to feel at the moment. For one, this was the Emperor's apology. Shed accept it, though not just because she was the Emperor, but because she had been through enough and didn't need that on her shoulders. At the same time, she was embarrassed by the situation, but also curious and flattered that the Emperor was apparently entranced by her backside. It wasn't every day that someone can't look away from your underwear. Luxanna took in a deep breath and smiled as she let it out. "All is forgiven. I must admit it was a shock, but also flattering to know that apparently... I've got a nice ass." Luxanna decided to tease the Emperor a bit. She only hoped that the teasing would be taken nicely, not offensively. She didn't exactly want to be on bad terms with Tsubine, which reminded her...

"There was something you were going to say to me... before Serenity came stumbling into the dining room. Do you mind if I ask what it was?"

"I can not say whether it was a nice one or not... I have not seen too many that were not my relatives'." Hmph. Well that sucks. She had actually enjoyed the unintentional compliment that was given when the Emperor had so intently started at her backside. Though, it was interesting to hear the Emperor had not seen many. Luxanna didn't think Tsubine would have many lovers, but she figured the woman would have at least had one or two to compare it to. Either way, it wasn't that big of a deal and she'd rather pass the awkwardness by, so it was time to move on from the ass conversation. Bringing up Tsubine's implied question from before, Luxanna waited to see what she was actually going to be asked and was a little surprised when she realized what it was.

"I... would like you to accompany me to Arcadia to see their leader. I have yet to meet their Queen, so my word alone in trying to convince them of the truth of the situation behind Eira... simply would be insufficient. So, someone like yourself, who could use the Noir's credentials to further amplify your credibility..." Luxanna blinked a couple times in confusion when Tsubine held out her hand. "...it would help clear her name much more easily. Besides, I feel as though you would be a very fun 'travel buddy' as I hear it is called." Ah. That's what she meant by that. Luxanna smiled back to the Emperor and reached out, gently taking Tsubine's hand in her own and shaking it. "Of course, Emperor. I have no problem going along with you." Luxanna pulled her hand back, but then had to bring something up, "Though that does make me wonder... Do you really know nothing of Miss Verdant?" There was nothing wrong with it, but it was just a little odd.

If Tsubine inquired about who Serenity really was, then Luxanna would explain with the following: "Do you remember the plague that swept through Arcadia a few years back? Anyone with the slightest amount of Arcana was constantly having it eaten away and it caused a massive amount of pain. The worst part of C.A.E is the fact that it doesn't kill you. You live forever in pain that intensifies over time unless it's some how eradicated... That's what Serenity did. I'm not sure, but I feel the same way she just saved your sister is the same way she saved thousands of people from that disease. But the information that would be relevant to this... is the fact that... well, Serenity is said to have trained under Queen Aranhartte herself." If Tsubine were not to inquire (or after the explanation), then Luxanna would shrug it off and continued on, "I'd feel bad if we asked Serenity along with us for that. She hasn't been home in quite some time and I had already pulled her to the side once... I think it's about time the woman goes home. If we call on her again, I know she will not hesitate to come; it's just how she is."

"Shall we return to the dining room?" Luxanna asked and then motioned respectively toward the dining room in a sort of "lead the way" manner. She'd follow the Emperor back to the dining room. Upon their entry, they'd find that their food was already ready and both Eira and Serenity were sitting there waiting for them, though Serenity took no shame in taking a small bite of a buttered roll. Her stomach could probably be heard from across the palace. Once the Emperor sat down, then and only then would Luxanna sit down. After being told they could eat, then and only then did the other three really start eating, even though one roll of the green haired woman's plate had been devoured the moment the food had arrived at the table. They just felt that was the most respectable way to go about eating, even if one of them was actually related to Tsubine. Better safe than sorry, right?

It was surprising to hear that Tsubine really did know nothing of Serenity, but it wasn't a big deal. Luxanna gave Tsubine the quick version of Serenity's story and they moved on and ended up in agreement that Serenity should not come along with them. Though Luxanna wanted to allow Serenity to finally be able to return home, Tsubine's thoughts were a little more on point. "I do think it would be trouble to ask her to come along... It is not as if she is dangerous in the sense of an attempt on my life... But, and no offense is meant, she seems to be the type to press a random button simply out of curiosity." Luxanna chuckled and then rubbed her temples while shaking her head, "You have no idea..." She laughed a little bit and the two soon made their way back toward the dining room. Upon arrival, Luxanna noticed the food had arrived and the other two were waiting for the both of them. Once able to, everyone sat down and began eating, but something was a little off.

Eira was fine and Serenity seemed fine as they ate. Eira was enjoying the steak that she had ordered, while Serenity was enjoying some form of pasta. Luxanna took a couple bites, but was trying to remember something. She couldn't help but feel that something was about to go horribly wrong. And then Serenity cleared her throat. Serenity ignored it and took another bite of food. Luxanna was watching her intently and then noticed Serenity cleared her throat and coughed after swallowing. "Serenity..." Luxanna dropped her fork and looked at Serenity in horror. Seeing this, Eira looked to Serenity as well, but saw nothing wrong. "Yeah?" Serenity blinked a couple times, slirpping up a noodle. "Are those yolk-less?" Luxanna asked. "I think so... Are they?" Serenity looked down to her plate and blinked a few times. Suddenly she felt her throat beginning to tighten. She took in a breath and began to wheeze. "What's wrong?" Eira asked when she suddenly saw a scared look on Serenity's face.

"Those aren't yolk-less! Get a doctor NOW!" Luxanna demanded quite loudly at every guard and waitress she saw in the room as she hurried over to Serenity, who began panicking, "She's got a lot of allergies, egg yolks being one of them!" Serenity grabbed onto her throat as it tightened even more, slowly closing her air way and preventing her from breathing. In a panic, she thrashed around and fell backwards out of her chair. Luxanna moved over to her, practically diving to catch Serenity's head from slamming into the ground. "Make them hurry..." Luxanna looked to Tsubine and practically begged her, "If they can't find a doctor, tell them to get to Serenity's room and bring me her bag". Serenity forced in one huge breath, knowing what was about to happen next, and then her throat completely closed. A single tear formed in her eyes as she grabbed onto Luxanna's hand, praying that the doctor would show up on time.

Eira caught that word that Tsubine just used, but was very confused by it. Luxanna understood it, but it wasn't something on her mind at this point. She was concentrating on keeping Serenity still and calm. Unfortunately, not being able to breathe caused a few voluntary and involuntary problems. For one, Serenity kept trying desperately to take a breath of air and each time she failed she began panicking more and more. She felt her chest tightening and began thrashing around a bit more. The doctor came quickly, thank god. As he went over to check Serenity's eyes, he wouldn't exactly be able to since they were rolled up rather far. Her mouth was agape as she tried pulling in air, but was unable to. Her thrashing around was stopped by those holding her down. She didn't even feel the needle pierce her skin because the pain in her chest was much more relevant at the time. Serenity's body suddenly fell still as the last bit of medicine was injected. Normally, this would only take a few seconds.

It wasn't even three seconds later that Serenity's eyes shot open, her back arched, and she took in an extremely deep breath. Rolling over onto her side, she curled up into a ball and did her best to catch her breath. "Ha... ha..." she held her hand over her chest, feeling the tightness loosening up enough for the pain to stop, "I-I'm... not hungry anymore." Though it was a bit of a joke to lighten the mood, Serenity actually was not hungry any more after that. How could she be? She almost died because she forgot that someone else was cooking her meal this time. The chef immediately came to apologize, but Serenity shook her head. "No, no, no, no, no." She said in one breath, sat up, took a deep breath, and then let it out, "I forgot... My fault. I usually cook my own meals and didn't even think about it this time... It's not your fault at all, so please don't feel bad or anything. The food was delicious!" Serenity pushed up a sweet smile toward the chef and then looked toward Luxanna. "What am I going to do with you?" Luxanna asked, shaking her head and sighing, "Next time pay attention to what you're ordering."

"That was a close one..." Eira sighed in relief and then looked to Tsubine, "I assume the doctor was near by for just in case reasons? Nice job, sis." Eira stepped away for a moment and over to a certain maid, "Though next time something like that is happening, don't be an idiot and watch. If you had hesitated for even a moment more, just because you weren't sure whether to listen to Luxanna, you could have killed her." Eira, narrowing her eyes in anger at the woman and leaning in toward her, "Sometimes... it's smarter to just do it." Eira stepped away from the maid and over to Serenity, holding out a hand. "Thank you." Serenity said, taking Eira's hand and being pulled up to her feet. As she came to her feet though, Serenity suddenly became dizzy and stumbled forward. Eira and Luxanna both hurried to catch her and then helped stand her up. "My head hurts..." she said as she was help into a chair, "I think I just want to rest again..." Serenity felt sort of bad. She didn't want to ruin the dinner for everyone, but that seems to be what happened. "I'm sorry everyone..." she said, lowering her head and looking away.