GGaD » (@Marsh) Well, sneaking around a palace is fun!

Marsh · May 16, 2021 17:37:02

Marsh turned the corner and almost bumped straight into Apollo. "Oh hello," they said, surprised "Elli didn't tell me she had visitors.. you guys are visitors right? Not just random trespassers?"

(hsdfjgjhggs elli is down in the garden so i have no idea what to do so umm imma just throw marsh in for the segway)

Echowo · May 16, 2021 18:50:06

"Yep! We're guests," Apollo nodded.

Marsh · May 16, 2021 18:59:39

"Interesting," they mumbled to themselves, "ah well, it's time that kid got herself some new friends. Are you looking for her? I hope you're not trying to leave, Elaine doesn't like it when her guests leave without her permission..."

Echowo · May 16, 2021 19:16:51

"The first guess is correct, we are lookin' for her," Apollo confirmed. "You know where's she at?"

Marsh · May 16, 2021 20:21:52

"The garden out back I think, she's picking flowers with Frances." Marsh replied, a quick glance at his watch makes him curse "I gotta go now, good luck finding her! Though you should have a lot of luck if you've been near her for most of your day.."

Echowo · May 16, 2021 20:35:42

"Oh, okay, thank you!" Apollo smiled. He wondered what Marsh meant by the last part, but continued on to the garden. How he made he way there, who knows, but he makes it.

Marsh · May 16, 2021 20:45:47

Elaine is near the rose bushes, looking for a way to pick one without pricking herself on the thorns. Frances stood behind her with basket already filled to the brim with flowers. Both of them has yet to notice Apollo and his sidekick.

Echowo · May 16, 2021 22:22:38

Apollo studied Elaine and the flowers for a bit before saying, "Pretty."

Ruin didn't say anything but he has somehow attracted bees which rested on his horns and shoulders. He stood still, listening to the buzzing. The bees seemed pretty harmless and would fly away after realizing Ruin is not a flower.

Marsh · May 17, 2021 12:11:49

Elaine finally raised her head and spotted Apollo, "Oh hello!!" She waved for them to come over.

Echowo · May 17, 2021 14:11:45

Apollo came over, admiring the flowers.

Ruin was slowly walking over, not wanting to disturb the bees.

Marsh · May 17, 2021 14:18:08

Elaine grinned at Apollo, rushing into his personal space again "what brings you here?" She asked casually.

Frances stared at the bees on Ruin's horns curiously, animals usually avoid him at all costs which means he rarely ever get to see any living creatures in real life. He didn't dare take a step towards them, scared he'll scare the bees off.

Echowo · May 17, 2021 15:10:25

Apollo took a step back, but smiled, "Just curious of what you're doin'." He looked down at the roses, then up and around at the garden. "Nice garden."

Ruin was still scooting closer to Apollo slowly, very careful of the bees. A few butterflies rested on his hands and arms. The dude seems to be a natural attracter of insects.

Marsh · May 17, 2021 15:28:05

"Thank you!" Elaine exclaimed, "Actually you should thank Frances for all these flowers, he's the one who insisted on making a garden.."

Frances' eyes are still glued to the insects surrounding Ruin, he looks like a child who just saw fireworks for the first time.

Echowo · May 17, 2021 17:36:55

"Frances, thank you, this garden is very pretty," Apollo said.

Ruin now stood still. Some butterflies rested on his tail, so now Ruin is trying his best to stay still.

Marsh · May 17, 2021 17:48:26

Frances nods in acknowledgement to Apollo, as if saying your welcome.

Elaine notices the butterflies around Ruin and made a ":0" face "Pretty butterflies..." she reached out for one but it flew away "nooooooo come back." She whined.

Echowo · May 17, 2021 19:08:14

"Wait, hold still and I might be able to convince some butterflies to rest on your hand, as long as your careful to not hurt them," Ruin said.

Marsh · May 17, 2021 19:11:59

"You can do that?" Elaine asked.

Echowo · May 17, 2021 19:12:34

"I can try," Ruin said.

Marsh · May 17, 2021 19:17:46

Elaine is how making a ":O" face, her hands held out expectantly.

Echowo · May 17, 2021 19:22:28

Ruin made whispering noises. In a way, he sounded similar to the wind, his voice soft.

A few butterflies fluttered over to Elaine's hands, resting softly.

Marsh · May 17, 2021 19:29:04

This time she audibly gasps "ohmygodyouaresocuteahhhhhhtinysmolcolorleaves" said in one breath, cooing over the butterflies, "FRAN FRAN LOOK LOOK, BUTTERFLIES!!!!" Elaine held the insects up excitedly, showing them off to Frances, grinning from ear to ear.

Frances smiled at Elaine as he took a tiny step back "I'm glad you like them."

Echowo · May 17, 2021 19:34:48

Apollo smiled. He held out his hand and made a humming noise, soft and deep. A few bees flew over on his hand, harmless and calm.

Ruin continued whispering to the bugs crawling on him, stopping to listen a few times.

"Would you like to hold some, Mr. Frances?" Ruin asked.

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Marsh · May 17, 2021 19:38:45

Frances looked over at the mention of his name, "A-are you sure? Living things don't usually like me.." he looks nervous and uncertain.

Echowo · May 17, 2021 19:47:10

"I'm sure if they can handle Miss Elaine, they will be more than happy to rest on you."

Marsh · May 17, 2021 19:52:11

He mumbled something under his breath about vampires and whatnots but one set of puppy eyes from Elaine makes him give in "Ok ok, fine I'll give it a try." He hesitantly held his left hand out.

Echowo · May 17, 2021 19:59:24

Ruin whispered to the butterflies. A few butterflies flew over to Frances, resting on his hand.

Ruin reassured, "I've been told demons burn the life they touch, but insects have always been perfectly fine flocking to me. They should be fine with you as well."

Marsh · May 17, 2021 20:36:19

Frances stared at the creatures in awe, his eyes were watering like he's about to cry.

Echowo · May 17, 2021 20:43:07

Ruin continued whispering and a few more fluttered over.

"Insects are so cute!" Apollo grinned.

Marsh · May 17, 2021 20:47:47

Frances had actual tears streaming down is face and he's mumbling something inaudible. Elaine just stared, stunned, she hasn't seen him cry ever since the week they met each other. "w-wh- fran? Are you good?" She asked, though she sounded more curious than concerned. He just nodded without saying a word.

(Frances is baby)

Echowo · May 17, 2021 22:08:51

(Hnnng my HEART-)

Apollo had wondered a bit off, cooing at the bees in his hands.

Ruin could tell Frances was probably crying because of Elaine's reaction. He looked a bit stiff, unsure of what to do in a situation like this.

"Uh... I can also... probably get other animals... over here... or something... like bunnies... I mean, if they're nearby... or any other animals nearby... or something... I dunno..."

Ruin looks uncomfortable. He's not used to comforting or talking to someone that wasn't Apollo, so he had no idea what else to offer.