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Event Log: Soulmates

Who: All characters participating in the event
What: The event log for Soulmates event
Where: All over the city
When: February 14th-February 22nd
Warnings: None

Oh shit, what even happened last night? You're pretty sure you had a normal night, no crazy drunk antics (unless that is your normal night). But this morning you woke up with a brand new tattoo, and it's... a name?

Maybe it's a name you recognize, one of your good friends. Maybe it's a stranger. Maybe it's someone you can barely stand. No matter who it is, you kind of feel like you should look for them and figure out what's going on with this weird tattoo. And when you find them - well, they've got one too, except this one is your name. It would seem weird, except as soon as you see each other you kind of understand. Of course you'd have a tattoo with the name of the person you've found such an amazing connection with. You were meant to be together.

So enjoy your time with your newfound soulmate. Who knows, you might wake up tomorrow with a whole new name on your arm, a new connection, a new love. Make the most of it!

► This log covers February 14th-February 22nd
► Please tag headers of threads with content warnings where they apply
► Please put your character's name and open/closed in the subject line of your starters!
► If you try to pull off a stupid stunt to impress your soulmate and fail so miserably you die, please let us know here.

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You'd be surprised by how hard it's to stay mad at you, Kain. [small>If she doesn't count all the years she spent in the Feymarch singing about the day she was finally going to kick down the main source of her problems because who was there when Mist burnt? and who, unlike Cecil, kept being a jerk and betrayed everyone in Fabul? Oh, she's definitely glad she grew out of her phase before returning on the surface. Live and forgive, right?] Don't worry, your company is definitely enjoyable and I cannot see myself changing opinion about that anytime soon.

[Yep, both Cecil and Rosa had to be thanked for that, they always put a good word when needed and kept everyone together. Not that Rydia wasn't inclined to forgive others by herself but... with some people it hadn' been that easy.]

Oh, please! [She grinned, barely an inch from his lips] We both know who wears the colorful plumage between the two of us, I bested you years ago. [And while in a normal situation Rydia would wait and make sure even the other is okay with it, she just follows her instinct here moving her hand from his hair to his shirt and fiercely closing the distance between them, pressing her lips against his. Sweet Leviathan, he tastes as good as she remembers.]

Honestly, I am starting to wonder if the names aren't just a message from this silly place to let me know my courtship has been quite ineffective so far- [Mainly because there was none but shhh, she doesn't need to mention that now. It'll be fun to explain it when things are back to normal, really.] and that a most direct approach is needed. [A small whisper before trying to kiss him again, this time with gentle nibbles against his lower lip as invitation to show her more.]

I'm so glad… I'm just… glad that you want to be around me. That means everything to me right now, Rydia, I… I don't want to be apart. I just want… I want you...

[This is so strange. He can't quite remember now, were these feelings always there, waiting to come forth? Is this how it's supposed to go? Kain doesn't know, but at the moment it doesn't really matter, either. He's just so in love with her, so entranced by her. She's always been there for him, even if he didn't always deserve it. She's always so honest and open and… he respects that.]

Perhaps this is a sign for us…

[Kain is very eager to kiss her, this time lingering and deepening the kiss to let his tongue lightly play with hers. His arms wrap around her, hands moving down along her back. He doesn't have any real specific plans for the day so… why not make it a day for just the two of them? The names written on them seem to be hinting at doing this anyway.]

And I want you too, my dear.

[And she means it in all possible ways. Rydia cannot recall herself when she started feeling so attracted to him, when she became so interested in hearing all about his life or when she started wondering how his laughter would sound like but- nothing matters as she slides her fingers up and down following his spine.

He had always been such a good friend despite all the ghosts he costantly had to face and even if they had a very difficult start the summoner was glad she learnt to call him friend, at first, and now-]

Maybe it is. Kain, let me ask this properly: would you like to be my man?

[She doesn't shy away from the deeper kiss, quite the contrary as she wraps one of her arms around his neck to push him even closer while the free hand shamelessly slides under his shirt to caress his side. See? No armor means that a lot of things can be much easier! And perhaps until today most of her complains about it weren't related to her access to his skin but now it seems a perfectly valid to dislike it even more.]

I mean- [She whispered against his lips] I think I already have my answer but it would be really nice to hear it.

[That certainly does feel good... better than good. There's even a small smile spreading across Kain's lips as she touches him. What has he been waiting for, all of this time? What is he waiting for now? He's always been hesitant about this sort of thing, given his past, but even so... this is different. This is now.]

Rydia... [He breathes her name softly, leaning in to kiss her again. He pulls her closer instinctively, one hand stroking her soft, green hair, the other down low on her back.] I would love to be yours, more than anything. I care about you in a way I never have before, for anyone... [Or had those feelings returned, for that matter. It makes him feel so giddy, almost weightless, to know that she feels the same way toward him.] I will be yours forever, I promise you.

[Rydia holds her breath as she sees a little smile on his face, he is... beautiful. Her fingers gently trace his features, lingering just a bit longer on the skin of his lips as she realizes she'd do anything to keep that expression on his face. She has seen him smile back when the city had them married, she even heard him laugh and the memory of those almost gruttural chuckles send shivers down her spine, but this is actually him. It's the real deal and she loves it so much.]

Kain... [She leans even closer between his arms, almost purring against his neck as he plays with her hair and placing kisses all over his neck as he talks. The dragoon's words make her so happy, more than she ever expected to be.] And I will be yours. I love you.

[But, after more kisses, caresses and content sighs... she has a question. Rydia raises her head to look at him once more, now talking between small giggles.]

So... what now? I could spend the day just kissing and touching you but I don't know how human couples work but I am positive we aren't supposed to just build a nest and make babies. Not immediately at least. There is a lot you have to teach me.

[It really is a rare thing that Kain just allows himself to settle down, to drop his guard... to be actually happy. He feels such a rush of genuine excitement suddenly hit him as she says those words. He can't help it, he smiles again, a bright expression alongside a gleam in his eyes. This is what he's been missing all along, isn't it?]

I love you, too, Rydia. Always. Forever. You know that I don't make such declarations lightly.

[He always means what he says, and to him, a bond between couples is a deeply important thing. He'd once wished it could be with someone he could never have, but now... Now, having this woman who loves him means the world to him.]

I... Well. [He pauses, reddening as he gathers his thoughts. There are so many things that this means for them, for their future together. But they've made the commitment to one another, so he's not concerned anymore about rejection.] I've not had a lot of experience, I must admit. Starting a family takes time, so we needn't worry over that immediately. But... we can still enjoy one another in certain ways, while we're alone together. That is, if it's something we both want.

[She almost wants to cry over how beautiful his smile is. Her lips part as she tries to find the right words to express her admiration as her fingers trace his elegant features, how comes she never realized how attractive he was? All the muscles in the right place, a somehow feral aura to him... and she could lose herself so easily in his gaze.]

I know, my love, I know... and I will forever be yours, especially if it means being blessed with the sight of that expression on your face.

[Rydia leans against his chest resting her head where she can listen to his heartbeat] Well, I don't think it would be wise to start a family here anyway, that can wait until we're home. [A pause as she realizes that if they go home there will be a thing they'd have to deal with as well but perhaps...] I... when we go back I will leave the Feymarch too to be by your side, we will discuss that kind of stuff then. In the menwhile I'd be glad to spend some alone time with you. [The summoner knows what he means with that, she just hopes he won't mind her taking a more dominant role than she had the last time they had been together.] In all honesty I don't mind what we do as long as I get to be with you.

I'm sure you'll see this expression plenty, especially when we're alone...

[It comes so naturally to Kain, this light, easy smile, all because of how he's feeling. It's so rare for his emotions to spill over like this, but they sure are right now. He has Rydia to thank for that. She's making him feel things he never thought he'd be able to experience in full. Repressing his feelings of love had always been his only option until now. It's like a very sudden flood of emotion is hitting him all at once.]

There are a lot of decisions we'll have to make back home. You're right. I don't feel right abandoning my quest, but perhaps I'll finally accomplish what I meant to do, with you there by my side. I feel I can do anything, if you're with me. [He plays idly with her hair, stroking her head gently.] The future is... suddenly far brighter than I used to think it would be. But you're right, for now... For now, we have all of this time to ourselves.

That's good because there's nothing that brings me more joy than seeing you happy. I will certainly try to find a lot of time just for the two of us.

[She's radiant right now, she had never felt happier than this and it's so hard to believe all she needed was him. The summoner places a kiss on his chin, more descending on his neck and finally rests against him with her eyes closed.]

Of course I will be by your side, I don't trust you on your own. [A small grin appeares on his lips as she nibbles on his skin. As if she could leave him alone, he made so much progress during the last months- there's no need to give him a chance to mope and get all depressed once more.] But I certainly know I want everyone to know. Can you imagine Odin's face? And us being a couple will also make you a son of Leviathan as well? They will love you as much as I do. And then there are our other friends, as soon as you feel you can finally face Cecil and the others [She partially wants to rub it in Rosa's face what a chance she missed but that Rydia is keeping for herself.] But in the meanwhile... yes, we have all the time we want.

Good, because you're the only one I want to be with. Believe me, you're already making me happier than I've been in a long time.

[Kain sighs contentedly as she settles against him, kissing the top of her head as he holds her close.]

Wait... you don't trust me on my own? Am I really that hopeless? [He has to wonder if he'd lost himself more than he'd realized. Is he only now returning to his true self here and now? He feels a lot more alive now than he has in a very long time, that much is sure.] I'd like to see Odin's reaction, as well. I hope he'll approve... and that Leviathan will as well. I'll try to prove myself worthy for them both. For our friends as well... Though I have a feeling Cecil and Rosa will be happy for us, too. [They've both always been supportive, better friends than he deserves, surely, so he knows they'll be quite pleased they've found love.]

Hey, it's unfair, I can't kiss the top of your head. [But at least his lips are within reach and she moves a bit behind, steals another kiss between giggles and returns to the safety of his hug.]

You aren't, my dear, but I don't trust you would keep smiling if left alone, nor that you'd stay around people as you should. [And she wants to be with him all the time, that's certainly another reason she'd rather follow him to Mount Ordeal than return home.] Oh, Kain, he loves you... of course he will approve if he sees you happy. [The summoner raises her hands to squeeze his cheeks and moves behind the dragoon, wrapping her arms around his neck once more and hopping up on his back, hugging from behind.] I just realized... you basically have a bit of eidolon family as well, this is so cool. And- I'm sure mother and father will need no proof to know you're worthy. And yes! We need to head to Baron and let them know! And until then... it will be my pleasure to take care of you.

[Kain leans in to return the kiss, eagerly pressing his lips to hers before she settles in again.]

I suppose you're right about that. I do spend a lot of time alone... I can't help it, that's just how I am. And I haven't had many reasons to smile, recently. Not since... well. Since everything happened. [He sighs a little.] But you're changing that for me right now. Being with you changes so much for me...

Yes, you're right. Odin... the king... he raised me for quite a while, before he became an eidolon. He was as much of a father to me as my own. [Sure, they had their disagreements, since his majesty sometimes seemed to favor Cecil, and had wanted Kain to become a Dark Knight... but he still had looked up to him, admired him despite those things.] I'll look forward to visiting our family and friends, then.

[He smiles again as he glances back at her from her new spot on him.] I've never had anyone do that for me before.

Mh... I'm sorry but I am afraid you won't get much alone time anymore. [That... is definitely not something Rydia would usually say, nor she would like to be told 'you will not have time for yourself' but now nothing can take her apart from Kain.] And I know, my dear, you were forced on a path full of pain and adversities... but now I promise I will face everything with you. [She snuggles against him] I am just glad I can help, nothing makes me happier than your smile and this is the greatest motivation to try my best.

I don't know your history with him but I just... I don't know. I just want him and literally everyone else to know we're one and be happy for us. Perhaps even jealous, after all I can see Rosa biting her own tail once she realizes what wonderful man she let ran away... [She blinks] Is this why people are sometimes so loud about their love? To think I used to think they were silly or even ridicolous at times.

[Rydia places a kiss on his cheek when he turns to look in her direction.] And that's certainly something we need to fix, you deserve all the love. And talking about love... what about some shameless cuddling since we have all the time we want?

If it's time spent with you, I don't mind that at all.

[Kain may be an introverted loner, but that doesn't mean he can't enjoy others' company. He's just very selective about the specific people he cares to spend time with. Of course, he'll always have time for the love of his life. His heart beats faster just knowing she feels the same way about him.]

Having you with me changes everything for the better, in fact. I don't know why I struggled alone for so long… I suppose I wasn't yet ready to face the idea of finding someone else…

[He smirks a little bit, since he can't help but be deeply pleased by Rydia's suggestion. She's truly meant for him, isn't she? He nods eagerly. Sure, he isn't one to think too highly of himself, but… he rather likes the prospect of making others feel the jealousy he once felt.]

Yes, this is why people like to show off their love for one another… one of many reasons. I want the world to know about us, to see how happy we are together… and yes, making others jealous would feel good to me. Certain others did make the wrong choice, but… right now, I don't mind that. It means I have you, after all.

That's good because I can't help but desire to spend my whole life with you. I don't even care about where we will be, I just know I need your company.

[And she's social but all the company she truly needs is right there with her. She finds herself snuggling once more against him, his warmth fils her with so much joy and the closer they stay the better she feels.]

We both.... help each other out? I am neither human nor a true monster and I think I always wondered what to do with my life. Living in the Feymarch seemed the most appropriate solution since I don't fit between your people but I- You are my new purpose now.

I am really sorry you had to suffer for so long but... [The summoner grins widely. Oh, if he doesn't think highly of himself she'll make sure to remind him what an exeptional man he is. She leans closer for another kiss, eagerly pressing her tongue against his lips once more because she craves more intimacy.] If I have to be completely honest I am glad she failed to see your charm because now it allows me to claim you as mine. And I don't care if she'll regret her poor choices, I'm not letting you go.

Likewise... I need you, Rydia. I need you in my life, I need your companionship and... more beyond that. [He steals another kiss, lingering, taking his time, starting to feel even more confident about their relationship and future together.] I love you so much. I'll do anything for you, as well... and if a day ever comes that you miss the Feymarch, I'd come with you, as long as the Eidolons will have me.

[He already knows Rydia wouldn't take "no" for an answer when it comes to having him with her. He truly would do anything for her, follow her anywhere, whatever she wants.]

You're right, though... I'm better off now than I ever was before. [Sure, he would rather not have been forced to betray all of his friends, or live with the guilt and jealousy he constantly feels. But maybe now it's time to start moving on a little more from that. His feelings for Rosa are swept away, as if carried off by a strong wind. He only loves one woman now.] We were meant to be. I see it so clearly now, even if it took all of this time to get here...

I will give you all I have and all I am if that's what you need, my love. [Her eyes flutter close at his touch, his lips are so delicate and warm and his taste drives her crazy, if anyone will want to take her away they'll have to rip her from his arms.] Don't be silly: I want you to be happy and you aren't one who'd thrive in the underworld, I will be content looking at you soar the skies. Not that the eidolons wouldn't open their doors to the man I chose but... I'd never trap you in a cave.

[Isn't this a healthy love, is it? It's an obsession, yet right now all feels right and perfect.

That's good, that's good. My only regret is not realizing it sooner, we could have been so cool... imagine, two strong power couples saving the world together! And Edge, I guess. [If friendship was such a great source of power who knew what Love could do.] But we are not to live in the past, are we? Just think of all the things we'll do from now on.

Ah, Rydia... thank you. It means everything to me to hear such things... you mean everything to me. I love you more than the sky itself, truly. [It's not a declaration he'd ever make lightly, but it's very much how he feels. No one has ever made him this over the top in love before.] But I'm happy you're willing to be with me on the surface. I wouldn't mind visits to the Feymarch, though.

[All right, even that remark about "power couples and Edge" gets one of those rare sort of laughs out of Kain.] I like the sound of that. Well, who knows, if we return, we may have opportunities yet. Though I hope it remains mostly peaceful, there will still always be monsters to fight, and other enemies, I'm sure... I've never cared to think about the future that much, but now... now I have a great deal of hope for it.

How can I top that as declaration of love? How? [Is there anything Rydia ever loved more than Kain? No place, no people matter more than him.] I can't express more feelings but I can offer you this. [She jumps off his shoulders, stepping once more on front, rasing both hands to her head and taking off her treasured headpiece, offering it to the dragoon.] Please, keep it. It was my mother's and as you love the sky I kept this with me... and I want you to have it.

[It's true Kain won't probably have any use of it and it's one of the most ridicolous things she had ever done but it's a battle of 'I love you more' now.]

Oh wow... [And she likes the sound of his laughters. Her hand is once more raised to caress his cheek, will she ever be able to look away?] Who knows... personally I'd rather live in peace, grow and age with you- [Oh, she will be disappointed when she'll find out her body is out of synch with the human world.] but I wouldn't say no to creating new legends at your side. With a friend like Edward I believe it won't be too hard to have a ballad or two dedicated to the wonderful dragoon of Baron.

Ah... Rydia...

[Kain watches her closely, then accepts the headpiece with a great deal of reverence, holding onto it as carefully as he would a living thing. He knows what it means to her, especially considering that it originally belonged to her mother. He's left speechless for a moment, struggling to come up with the right words for such a significant gesture.]

I'm deeply honored. I promise you, I'll treasure it always, the same way that I treasure you. It... it means more than I can ever express... [To Kain, it's not ridiculous at all, but the single most romantic thing anyone has ever done for him. He's never been happier. He leans in to kiss her as thanks, a heavy, passionate kiss.]

I hope for peace as well. We can still have our excitement and adventures... perhaps I'll restore the dragoons to their former glory. It would be a lot of work, but... perhaps I can even find a dragon to train... I'm sure Edward could indeed make a few songs out of that. [He knows he still has some work ahead to truly move on from his past, but with Rydia beside him, it all suddenly seems more possible than ever before.]

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