talentsgirl | [ Voice, Action ] "You lost today, kid. But that doesn't mean you have to like it."

[Molly debated, but in the end, didn't lock this post from Harry. It was as good as a note slipped under his door, really.]

Hey, Luceti, here's a crazy question. Does anyone know the best path up to the mountains? I hear there's a lake up there I'd like to see. And does the Welcome Center keep those really good maps in stock, the ones that are a bit more in detail than the one in the journal?

And here's a slightly less crazy question - if there's anyone feel like filling in an inquiring mind and have a chat over a cold one, I'd love to know some more about these missions everyone keeps going on. Even if it was about the more recent one, or about one of the ones we can sign up for, there's nothing like first hand experience. I'll be in the Good Spirits from 1-3 if there's any takers.

[And that is exactly where she will be, sitting at the bar or on one of the tables, looking friendly over a cold one... which will originally be an iced tea. She may upgrade, depending on the conversation and the conversate-ee.

After her time in the Good Spirits, hopefully chatting with friendly, informative folk and if not spent poured over a very old-looking book and a village map (hopefully someone will help her get her hands on one of the Nami editions), she'll head to the Item Shop and finish picking out her camping gear. After being exposed to some serious bad news magic, she hasn't been quite herself. And this dusty old book and a remembered conversation with Shiro once upon a time has given her an idea.]

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[Saori takes in the information passively, a look of deep understanding flickering across her face. Of course she didn't know, being from another world with an entirely different subset of magic. Its a miss-communication, and while regrettable...not the end of the world]

I understand. It won't happen again, but I should warn you as well. I'm rather...impulsive and hot-headed in battle. If it hurts you, then it may be best if you stay back. I know my power is...drastically different than yours and Harry's. So the rules are different.

[Saori smiles quietly and produces an ornate looking piece of paper.]

I did bring something, a token of recompense. I'd like it if you'd accept it.

[Molly tilted her head to the side curiously, exposing the long serpentine tattoo on the side of her neck. She wondered where Saori had received the impression that there was something about the way she had battled which had hurt her. She'd given no indication of how being so near to such dark forces had hurt, nothing that would have passed beyond the Veil. Unless Harry had said something, Saori's assumption seemed... strange. And unnecessary, after all-]

I have seen you fight.

[There was only the slightest emphasis on the word 'seen.' She hadn't used her Sight. Hadn't needed to, in order to witness the ferocity of Saori's attack and her almost sadistic defeat of the god Apep. And she wondered why, in this moment, she wasn't afraid. She probably should be.

She glanced down at the paper, dropping her gaze from Saori's. It wouldn't due to look at them too long.]

What is it?

[Her voice was mild, curious.]

[Saori merely nodded, hoping that Molly understood. Harry had mentioned it in passing. Moreover, she could perceive things in a way that humans simply couldn't, agelessness and inhuman senses for the flows of magic, chi, and other such things helping her make such a conclusion. She'd been near enough magically sensitive people in her world to know that massive displays of power could have negative consequences. None of this is terribly important, if Molly understood the warning, though.

Her eyes flicker down to the paper]

A Yorishiro. If you tear it in a time of peril, it will call to me. I will be able to find you no matter where you may be, and help you should you need it.

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[Molly regarded the Yorishiro, uncertain.

And as she was trying to figure it out, a small smile curved her mouth and - she really couldn't help it - she flicked her gaze up to share it.]

And if I tear it in a time of normalcy?

[She'd always wondered how those things worked. And Harry was a terrible influence on her. But a test was a test.]

It would call me, and I'd come. After that, it would be up to you.

[She returns Molly's smile, cheerful and glad for the bit of levity]

I could make tea, or play a song for you. If you wanted a back rub, I'd grant it. Its a favor, but if it is too onerous then I reserve the right to refuse.

[Saori laughs quietly. Why Molly...you remind her ever so much of Harry]

You'll not have me scrubbing dishes and doing laundry, I hope?

I hope I won't ever have to use it at all.

[She replied with a candid shrug.]

But I've always wondered about things like that.

Well, so do I, but a precaution is a precaution.

[She returns the shrug]

Well, then I'm glad to have given you an answer, Molly. Are there any more I might give you?

[Molly shook her head, smiling slightly.]

No. Thank you.

[Pausing a moment as she remembered something.]

Though I'd appreciate if you'd do me a small favor?

What's that, Molly?

[Saori inclines her head, questioningly.]

You don't have to mention me being there, if it comes up.

In the mountains? Or did you mean the battle?

[She smiles back kindly]

In any event, my lips are sealed.

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