*through his NOSE, watches Dryden disembark his ship from the Crusade.* good, good. that means the merchant won't be joining allen or van. he'll be staying behind busy with the wedding. good work folken, good work.
**waiting for his chance**
*beams at dilly-boy* Yes Sir, Dilandau-sama! Your guymelf is in tiptop shape. I've seen to it myself.
**ha! RECOGNITION!!!!!!**
Goes up deck. Looks out over Zaibach. hmmmm, there's a lot of movement. it looks as if dornkirk-sama is preparing for battle. yet, i haven't heard a word about it. maybe i should investigate this. Quietly leaves the Flying Fortress.
**what's going on here?**
*watches merle leave. looks at eriya* Something is definately wrong sister. The kitten is way too sad. I think she was about to cry. I think we should keep a close eye on her.
**i bet that skinny boy has something to do with this**
*watches Gatti and Shesta leave. looks over at Miguel and Dallet.* Is my guymelf ready? I feel like flying about today.
**looking for mischief**
*flies out of the tower, heading back the way she came. sees the army gathering.* drat! i forgot to ask dornkirk why Zaibach's forces are gathering. they look as if they are preparing for a war.
**darn!**
*watches Dryden gets his ship off from the Crusade. Looks at Van.* I suggest you stay aboard the Crusade until we get closer to Zaibach and then get into the Escaflowne. *looks at Gaddes.* Let's go.
**taking off**
Smiles as Dryden joins them at table. "Good morning Dryden. Welcome. As soon as Millerna gets here, we can discuss the wedding."
**one track mind**
*looks distrustfully at the catwomen.* I..I'm fine. I..I'm not hungry. Thank you for your offer. I was just going back to my room. *quickly leaves and goes back down the hall*
**Van...whaaaaaaaa**
*sees Eries looking sad* Are you alright, miss? I'm sorry if we've upset you somehow. I... I'm not used to talking to royalty or anything. *gives a half-hearted smile* This is a beautiful castle, by the way. It's the first one of its kind that I've ever been in...
**making small talk**
*moves his ship off of the crusade, and parks it somewhere close by in the shipyard* There, I'm all out of the way. *watches the Crusade prepare to leave* I suppose I should tell the king about this... *frowns* Knowing him, he won't care much. I somehow don't think it's wise for those two to go off to Zaibach on their own though. *shrugs and heads back to the gardens* Ah! There are people here now! Hello there! *bows* I'm sorry I'm late. I had to move my ship where it wasn't in the way anymore. *takes a seat near the king*
**hm, but there's more people missing...**
Y... yes sir. *gets up and follows Guimel and Viole out, giving Shesta a glance* Oiii... *sees them bickering* HEY! What's the MATTER with you? *glares at them* SHUT UP! Who do you think you are, acting like that in front of Dilandau-sama? And then continuing your petty argument? Tch. You should know better than to fling a brush around the room, ESPECIALLY if Dilandau-sama is right there! Are you TRYING to get beaten?? *sighs* Look, why don't you come back later to eat your breakfast? In the meantime, you had better both behave, alright?
**sheesh! You guys are like little kids!**
*watches Merle run away and sighs* She isn't in a good mood I'm afraid. Sorry. *smiles at King Aston and Chid and gives Folken a worried glance* Thank you for being so kind. *sits beside Chid and starts to eat* I know why she is so upset. Van wouldn't let her go with him. I really wanted to go too.. *notices Folken is looking at her oddly* Ah! What is he thinking? I don't like it...
**feeling out of placed**
*stiffens as Jajuka calls them idiots* I'm not the one who violently threw the brush! *watches Jajuka leave and gives Guimel a death glare* What was THAT for? All I did was ask for my brush back!! And you throw it at me, infront of everyone!! Now Dilandau-sama thinks we are fools! *absently fingers his hair* Worse thing is my hair is probably messed up! *gives Guimel a pouty look* Why did you do that? Are you not a morning person or something.
**and I have a terrible headache...**
*follows her sister and kneels down to Merle's height* What's wrong little one? Did the servants treat you bad, and not give you a proper breakfast? I know my sister and I had a hard time getting food out of them. But you can have our fish if you like. *smiles at her* Or is the problem much bigger than that?
**whatever it is we will help!**
*watches Guimel and Viole sulk out of the room* Anoo...*sighs and gives Gatti and sad expression and shakes his head* If we spot her again, *looks at Dilandau* Dilandau-sama, we will capture her! *gets up and bows* Excuse me, but I think I'll help Gatti, sir. Unless there is something else you would like me to do?
**I wonder what got into those two..**
Of course we shall find your friend. Perhaps she is eating breakfast with father already. *smiles and starts walking ahead* Anyway, we should look their first. They sure have a nice friendship with that girl. I envy her..I don't have many friends. Well there isn't time for them, being princess and helping father with his diplomatic issues. *sighs and looks at Millerna* She's lucky, she has many friends...
**little depressed**
*smiles at Varie leaves.* oh this is wonderful. i know that she will bring that girl right to me. *turns back to his NOSE.* let's see what Allen and Van are doing. Ah..there they are. well, i'm going to need a distraction for them. hmmmmm
**plotting**
Gives both Viole and Guimel a look. well, they brought it on themselves, the fools. Absent mindedly gives Miguel back the feather. Looks at Dilandau. "Please excuse me, Dilandau-sama." Grabs the book. "Unless you have something else for me to do, I would like to read more on the draconians. I think the information may be useful." Bows politely and follows Guimel and Viole out. "Idiots," he says to them as he walks by. yes, I must read up on this and why the feather turned dilly-boy into a dilly-girl
**going to do some research**
*turns to Gaddes.* Get plenty of men and help Dryden get his merchant ship off from the Crusade. He is in a hurry. *looks at Dryden.* Don't worry about your ship. It is in good hands. Please go back and look after Hitomi and Merle. *smirks* But mind you, they can be a handful. *looks at Van* I'm going with you. We shall combine our forces and get not just Hitomi's pendant back, but also my sister as well.
**ready to go**
*smiles at Eriya* Yes, sister. I think this is a fine place to eat our fish. *glowers at the servants and then sits down at the table.* These humans here are so inferior. *takes a byte out of her fish.* However, they can cook! *is startled to see Merle wander into the room. quickly jumps up to her feet.* the kitten is upset! *gives Eriya a sideways glance before going over to Merle* Dont' be afraid little one. I can see that you're upset about something. Perhaps me and my sister can help.
**you poor little thing**
*smirks as guimel throws the brush at viole. is momentarily stunned by Dilandau's angry outburst. instantly snaps to attention.* Yes..yes SIR! I understand! *looks guilty at both guimel and viole*
**i didn't mean for you to get into trouble**
*glares at Viole and Guimel* WHAT ARE YOU TWO DOING? HOW DARE YOU MORONS INTERRUPT ME?? GET OUT OF HERE, BOTH OF YOU! GO!!!! *looks back at Jajuka.* It's an ordinary feather. Get it out of my face. *looks back at Gatti and Shesta.* i don't know how that girl got my armour, but if she evers shows her face around, i want her captured. Understand? *looks at Miguel and and Dallet. turns back to Gatti.* I think you need to WHIP some of these dragon slayers back into shape. they are getting out of hand here! *glowers* and if you can't do it, then I WILL!!!!
**really ticked off**
Smiles at both Hitomi and Merle. "Welcome, welcome. Please join us." Looks in surprise at Merle. "Well," watches her almost run away. "Hmmmm." Looks back at Hitomi. "Well, please sit down my dear. I know you're hungry."
**join us**
*gives dornkirk a long, hard look. sighs* I..I guess it could have been a mistake. *squares her shoulders.* all right. i will go back to Asturia and get Hitomi for you. i think she would enjoy a tour of this place. it is very interesting. *turns and flies out of the room*
**heading back to asturia**
*quietly follows Hitomi to the King, Prince Chid, and Folken. looks back over her shoulder towards the deck. looks down at her feet.* I'm not really hungry. Please excuse me. *turns and goes into the castle, heading back towards her room.* he's actually leaving me behind! *accidently goes into the dining area where the cat women are. looks at them in surprise.*
**oh, it's you two**
*smiles at the new arrivals* Hello there. Interesting. Van isn't with them? It doesn't seem like him to let them wander around alone. And I wonder what became of Allen? Hmm. *notices Hitomi doesn't have her pendant* All the more interesting. I wonder if Van and Allen have gone off in search of Dilandau? Or rather, Celena?
**either way, I bet they're up to no good...**
*looks at Dryden, then at Allen* The Crusade is going too? you're coming with me? *looks surprised* I... *looks down* I really probably do need him. Thank you, Allen. But I wonder... will Hitomi and Merle be safe with my brother around? Mmmmm.... I don't like this. *looks pointedly at Dryden* You must make sure nothing happens to Hitomi and Merle while we're gone.
**it's YOUR responsibility now.**
Amano-senpai! *gives Millerna an alarmed look* We should go find Hitomi-chan! *looks down* No offense, but I'd feel much better in this world if I was with her...
**antsy**
*twitches slightly* Jajuka... I could have held the feather too you know... oh well. I guess I shouldn't be mad at him since he saved my life yesterday... Well, actually, sir, I have seen something else in the feather. *frowns* I saw Dornkirk-sama laughing insanely about something. But no one else was around when I saw that. *gives Guimel a sidelong glance* I think he's had ENOUGH coffee...
**jeez! Poor Viole!**
*eye twitches as Viole asks him for the brush back* I'll give it to you! *chucks the brush and watches it hit Viole's head* Here's YOUR brush! *starts to laugh and notices everyone is staring at him* Uh...I need more coffee...
**that felt good!**
Oh Merle. I don't know what to do. We can't go with Van. Allen is pretty set on it. *sighs and spots Chid waving at them* Well let's eat something. Maybe that will make us feel a little better. *walks over to Prince Chid and King Aston* Hello your majesty. Sorry if we are late. *looks at the ground sullenly*
**I feel useless**
I was getting ready. *pauses and listens to Dallet's remark about his hair* Eh? What's wrong with it? *spastically looks at it* Oh no...it's ruined! I guess it's because all the bumping into people...*sighs and pouts a little* What can I do Dallet? *remembers giving Guimel the brush* Guimel, can I have my brush back?
**sob, why does it have to be messed up now?**
*smirks and watches her sister scare the chef* Oh and do hurry up and give us a decent meal! We are with Folken-sama, and we expect the best Asturia has to offer. *watches the servants run around gathering ingredents* We want fish, by the way. *turns to Naria* It's so hard to get good help these days. *pauses and sees that they are finished* Well, aren't you going to serve us? Led us to the dining hall or something!! *watches two servant nervously led them to a dining room and put their plates down* Ah, this is much better, don't you think sister?
**It's about time!**
I'm quite hungry too! *smiles at Grava and begins to eat* So Folken says he found that girls pendant? I remember him taking it from Hitomi's friend. He found it alright...around her neck. But I won't bring it up. Grandfather has tried so hard to resolve the sitituation. I wonder why Folken took it in the first place? *spots Hitomi and Merle* Hitomi-chan! Merle! Please come over here! *waves at them*
**I know the truth, btw!**
*feels his heart tighten at Varie's sudden appearance.* Madam! You're the one who had frightened someone out of their mind! You shouldn't sneak up on an old man like that, especially one as old as I am. *takes a few seconds to compose himself.* As for the pendant, it is safe. Actually I'm glad that you are here. You see, I was experimenting with projections again and I accidently took that poor girl's pendant. But I'm much too tired and weak to take it back to her. I don't want to send one of my men, because I wish to explain to her what had happened, you know, face to face. I want to apologize to her personally. *makes his eyes light up* Why don't you go and bring her here? That way I can personally offer my apologies and give her back her pendant. Then she can tour my home or go back to Asturia. Will you bring her here?
**i'm a good guy...heh heh heh**
*looks in suprise at Jajuka. frowns.* It seems like an ordinary feather. *looks at Miguel.* You saw Gatti, Shesta and those two strange females with this? Jajuka, bring it closer. *peers into the feather. snorts.* I don't see anything except plumage. Seems like an regular feather to me. *looks back at Miguel* What else did you see in this feather?
**trying to figure things out**
*flies into the tower and finally sees Dornkirk. goes right over to the old man.* Dornkirk! You've taken Hitomi's pendant. The girl from the Mystic Moon. *lands besides him.* Why did you do that? You scared that poor child out of her mind.
**what's going on?**
Rises, goes over to Miguel and takes the feather from him. Looks back at Dilandau. "Dilandau-sama, I don't think that you should touch this feather. Sir, you don't remember what had happened to you, and draconians are known for their magic, I don't want anything else happen to you. If you want to see it, then I will hold it for you."
**don't want dilly-boy becoming dilly-girl**
*winches as Merle digs her claws into his arm. looks at both Merle and Hitomi.* Van is going to be all right. *eyes Dryden as he goes aboard the Crusade.* Stop worrying about him. *sighs* Merle, please don't cry. I can't stand it when you cry. I promise both of you that I will be right by Van's side. Please, go to the castle. *prys Merle's hands off from his arm. Makes Hitomi take Merle's hand.* You two must go on to the castle. I have to stay with Van. *gives Merle a stern look.* I mean it. *gives the same look to Hitomi* I can trust you to take Merle to the castle. Now, both of you, GO TO THE CASTLE! *watches them slowly walk away.* GO ON!!! *satified, goes back aboard the Crusade. walks over to Dryden.* The Crusade will be leaving shortly. I think you should hurry up and get your ship safely off.
**keeping an eye on Dryden**
*smiles as Viole sits down* Well, it's about time you showed up. *whispers to him.* Who do you think you are anyway sleeping so long. *eyes Viole's hair* Although you do need your beauty sleep. Hey, what's with the hair? Didn't you brush it before you came in?
**messing with Viole**
*follows Eriya into the kitchen. glares at the startled servants and cooks.* What does a cat have to do to get fed around here? *looks at what they are preparing.* Bah! You expect me to eat this? *goes up to one of the cooks.* Look, I want some fish and I want it NOW!
**demanding to be fed**
"Ah, here we are." Sits down on one of the chairs at the pavillion area. Smiles at Folken. "I thought that you may have found that young girl's pendant. Come and sit." Hands him the ruby and diamond necklace. "I don't know about you," smiles at Prince Chid, "but I'm starving." Starts to eat breakfast.
**enjoying his breakfast**
*stares horrified at what Hitomi just said. clutches Allen's arm.* We can't leave Lord Van! Hitomi's visions are NEVER wrong. We must go back! We must protect him! I need to be with him. *once again tries to break free from Allen's grip, but the knight holds on. tears fall* But..but..Hitomi is never..wrong..I..we..Allen, please, we must help Lord Van!
**pleading with the knight**
*reaches the Crusade and spots Allen leaving with Hitomi and Merle* Good morning, ladies, Allen. *nods at them* I was just going to remove my ship from the Crusade. *sidesteps them and hops on the Crusade* Eh? Hello, young king... *sees a troubled Van* Are you alright?
**did I miss something?**
Ah, really? I'll be right back... *dashes back to his room and retrieves the feather* Wow, Dilandau-sama asked for me!! *runs back to the kitchen and tries to look non-chalant* Dilandau-sama? Guimel said you wanted to talk to me about the feather?
**yaaay!**
*swallows at what the king says* Actually, I did happen to come across a pendant that I gave to Eriya... I'm somewhat saddened that the young hand-maiden thought I stole it, but I had no idea it was hers, or I never would have given it away. Yes, your magesty, that looks lovely. *smiles* It's most generous of you to do this, your highness.
**politely lying**
Haaaiii! *gets up and almost runs into Viole and Miguel* Sorr..*listens to Viole's vain speech and glares at him* What..? *suddenly has a brush in his hands* Viole..*mumbles to himself*...I chuck this at your head!! *spots Miguel* Uh, Miguel, Dilandau-sama wants to talk to you about your feather...*whips his head back and notices Viole has now taken his spot and is talking to Dallet* I don't need this...*spits on the ground and stomps by Jajuka and pouts* Viole, I'm going to hurt you for making me look so bad infront of Dilandau-sama!!
**I'm gonna hurt you!**
You're right..as usual Allen. Make sure Van doesn't get hurt. *hears Merle wailing for Van and winces* I...I had a bad dream last night about him. *notices Merle has calmed down and is giving her a blank stare* He..he was in a cage of some sort..with Dornkirk towering over him laughing sadistically. And..and Escaflowne was being torn apart! *clutches Allen's arm tightly and stares at her feet* So please make sure nothing happens to him!
**I have a baaaaadddd feeling**
Hitomi isn't with us. Has she left? *notices everyone's blank stare* Oh her pendant..*frowns and stares down the hall* I bet she left with Allen. She's probably on the Crusade now, going to get her pendant back. Grrrr...Allen, how could you leave me? Since I HAVE to get married, I would have prefered you be there...
**stupid Allen....**
*watches Folken walk along with the King and sighs* I agree, let's get something to eat! *smiles at her and walks following her nose* I smell some in the kitchen. Yummm...come on! *parades into the kitchen and stares at the cooks and servants* We would like some fish. Now, you stupid humans...
**I'll just follow my nose!**
Weird...I guess it's because you were kidnapped yesterday. *follow him into the kitchen, almost bumping in Guimel* !! Gah!! Why does everyone want to bump into me? *flips his hair over his shoulder and glares at Guimel* It took me forever to get this perfect looking you know...and your hair is appalling. Here..*whips out a brush* use this. *smiles and takes Guimel's spot and sits by Dallet* Hello Dallet! You look well.
**what is up with your hair, is it a bush?**
*snaps his head towards Dallet* What? You saw Gatti, Shesta and those females in a feather? *glowers* Where's Miguel? I want to see that feather. *looks at Shesta.* I know nothing nor do I care about Folken-sama's parentage. However, I wouldn't be surprised if that winged demon did indeed turn out to be his mother. *looks at Guimel* Don't just sit there! Get Miguel!
**i want to see this feather**
*frowns at Allen taking Hitomi and Merle off the Crusade.* Drat! The girl isn't coming with them. *sighs* i will have to think of another way to get the girl. perhaps i can lure Van and Allen on a wild goose chase after the pendant keeping them away from the girl. then i can snatch her. *grins and starts barking orders into his comm*
**heh heh heh**
*listens to shesta.* He's right, *says to dilandau with a mouth full of food.* We saw Gatti, Shesta, the draconian and the girl that looked like your sister through Miguel's feather. If was almost as if they were right there, inside the feather. But Dilandau-sama, we couldn't see you anywhere. Where did you go?
**don't leave us again dilly-boy**
*sees Zaibach straight ahead* oh my, it is so big. and look at that army. it looks as if they are preparing for a battle. *frowns* i don't like that at all. *flys towards the tower.* i hope that old man is in here.
**looking for dornkirk**
Frowns as he listens to Shesta. "You were with Dornkirk-sama? And he believes that draconian is Folken-sama's mother? Are you saying that Folken-sama is a draconian?" hmmmm, interesting development here. why would dornkirk-sama have a draconian has his right hand man when draconians are believed to be demon creatures?
**this is strange**
*tries to break free of Allen, but his grip is too strong. looks mournfully back at Van. tears fall.* Van-sama!
**your leaving me!!! whaaaaaa**
Notices that the catwomen are not following. Leans closer to Folken. "Um, Strategos? That young hand maiden, one of hte new ones, told me last night that the pendant that you gave one of your catwomen actually belongs to her. She claims that her father gave it to her. Now I don't think that the young girl is lying, but then I'm a sucker for pretty young things." Smiles. "So if you found the pendant and gave it to your catwoman, well, I happened to have this beautiful necklace that you could exchange it for." Shows him the ruby and diamond necklace. "What do you think?"
**wanna trade?**
*returns folken's smile.* well, he look okay to me. *gives eriya the eye.* folken-sama can't answer his comm. good. i don't like that strange old man. he's too creepy. *whispers to eriya.* let's go find ourselves some fish.
**i'm hungry**
*hooks an arm in Hitomi's arm and his other arm in Merle's arm.* Ladies, *says in a pleasant tone* Van is right. *starts to lead both of them away.* Zaibach is no place for either one of you. Besides that, how can he concentrate on getting your pendant, *looks pointedly at Hitomi* if he has to worry about either one of you. *calls over his shoulder* I will escort both of these young ladies back to the castle. Don't worry about them, young king of Fanelia.
**taking the girls away**
This is different, Merle! I'm going into Zaibach, and I wouldn't be able to live with myself if anything happened to you. *looks down with a sulking expression* But I've never been able to really do things completely on my own. I'm always depending on someone.
**I dunno....**
*finally realizes Viole is there* Ah! HI! *breathes a huge sigh of relief* I had the weirdest dream, Viole! It was about these dopplegangers, and draconians too. *shudders* It freaked me out. *hears his tummy growl* But I guess we should just go to the kitchen, huh?
**that was just a dream**
*quickly opens the door* Ah! Yes! I'm sorry, I was talking to the mole there. Do you know where Hitomi is? He tells me she's going to run away with some guys... *sees Yukari* Is she with you?
**If not, we'd better catch her!**
*raises an eyebrow* Ill? Why are the Astons so paranoid about illness? Ah, I'm coming, your magesty. *smiles warmly at Naria and Eriya, and easily catches up to the old king in a few strides*
**will deal with Dornkirk as soon as possible**
I guess he's right about wanting me and Merle to go back. We would only get in the way. But.. *remembers her vision* Van, could get hurt. *hears Merle's pleas about staying* Maybe Merle can get us to go! That way I can keep an eye on Van.
**listen to Merle!**
*twidles his fingers* Well you know what happened to me...I was teleported back to Dornkirk-sama. He told me that Draconian woman was Folken-sama's mother. I don't know if that's right. *lowers his eyes* I don't think it is..he thought that girl was Dilandau-sama. I can't believe she was a spy for Allen! She seemed a little slow for a spy. *frowns and waits for Dilandau's response*
**she couldn't have been a spy!**
*smiles at Yukari* Yes, I'm Millerna older sister. *knocks on Amano's door again* Are you ok? Did you hear me?
**what's taking him so long?**
You are in there right? *waves his hand infront of Miguel's face and sighs* Come on, let's eat something. *starts walking towards the kitchen and looks over his shoulder* Why is he staring like that? He looks crazed... Miguel?
**uh...you aren't a doppelganger are you?**
*waits for a moment for Folken to reply.* hmmmm, must be with the king. i think i'll check in on him. *tunes in his NOSE.* Just as I thought, Folken is not able to answer me right now. DRAT! *looks about.* Eh? What's this? *sees Van with the Escaflowne while Allen, Hitomi and Merle stand on the deck of the Crusade.* Are they coming here? *grins* Oh this is perfect. Come here and get the pendant back. Bring the girl. *giggles* i don't have to worry about a plan, those fools are doing my work for me.
**heh heh heh**
Is halfway down the hall when notices that Folken hasn't joined him. Turns. "Strategos? Is everything all right? You're not ill are you?"
**worried**
*grumbles softly under his breath as he finishes up with breakfast making sure there's enough for the other dragon slayers whenever they decide to show up.* i work and i slave, but does anybody care? NO! i'm at the bottom. i'm dirt beneath dilandau-sama's feet. he doesn't even notice... *realizes that dilly-boy spoke to him. hastily grabs a plate and sits down at the table next to Gatti.* I..I was just..just making sure that the food stays warm.
**HE CARES ABOUT ME!!!!!!!**
*stares at Eriya* Eriya can feel it too. but, like me, she doesn't see anything. *looks worried at Folken. notices that the King has turned his back and is heading towards the garden. quickly goes up to Folken.* Folken-sama? *whispers* are you all right? *hears his comm. looks over at Eriya*
**we may have some fun here yet**
*stares in total disbelief at Van.* But, Lord Van..how can you leave me like this? I've always been by you, right by your side, through thick and thin. It didn't matter whether we were fighting dragon slayers or playing a game. *tears start to form* How can you leave me behind?
**sniffle**
Ah ha! I knew it! *smirks at Jajuka* That girl was a spy for Allen Schezar! She and that winged demon must have put spells on Gatti, Shesta and me. They somehow knocked me out and that girl stole my armour with the intentions of giving it to Allen Schezar later! That winged demon must have transported all of us to different places, separating us. Hmmm, I wonder if that winged demon has dopplegangers working for her? *narrows his eyes* And what about Escaflowne? I do believe the last time I saw it, the energist was no longer red, but green. *looks over his shoulder.* Well, Dallet? Are you going to join us or do you think you're too good?
**trying to figure things out**
Watches Dilandau's face closely as Gatti speaks about the girl. Let's out a small sigh of relief when Dilly-boy doesn't even twitch. so far, so good. he doesn't have a clue about that girl. and dornkirk has been quiet. no screaming on where dilly-boy is and why i haven't turned him over to the scientists. hmmmm, is this good or bad?
**thinking**
*flies over the countryside.* i hope this dornkirk will give me back Hitiomi's pendant. i wonder why he took it in the first place. hmmmm, if he really isn't a good man, which i don't think he is, whatever reason he took it wasn't good.
**heading towards zaibach**
*narrows his eyes.* Off on your own, eh? Well if that's the way you want it, then so be it. And don't worry about me and Millerna's wedding young king of Fanelia. I do think that the King would like your presence also at the wedding, but the decision is yours. *looks at Hitomi* Don't worry, Van will get your pendant back. Why don't you take Merle and go back to the castle and get some breakfast? *smiles. glances at Gaddes, giving him a "be ready to leave" look.* Van you can get the pendant back. While you're distracting Zaibach, I'll get my sister.
**has a plan**
*sighs* To be honest, I just wanted to go off on my own and avoid getting all of you into trouble. *stares Hitomi in the eye* I can get your pendant back, and I don't want to trouble Allen to do it. *looks at Allen* Besides, shouldn't you be at the wedding? I thought all the Knights of Calei were needed there.
**I dunno about Merle...**
*swallows and thinks carefully* Well, I had just gone back to my room to rest, Sir, when I found myself on the mystic moon. I was with Shesta, the draconian, and a girl who looked a lot like you. She was wearing your armour and sword, which she discarded. I grabbed it and the draconian woman teleported me, the girl, and herself to Asturia, in front of the castle where Allen and Van were very hostile towards me. I soon realized that no one but me and the girl could see the draconian, who kept asking me to help her. Allen took the girl away, saying she was his sister. Then Dallet came along and well, took us both to you.
**that's the full report, Dilandau-sama!**
Ah! Yes, now I remember. Amano-senpai! Yes, we must find Amano-senpai! And Hitomi-chan... *follows Millerna and listens to Eries* Ah, thank you, your highness. You're also a princess, right?
**I hope I remembered that right...**
*also senses something odd and looks around the parimeter* What is that? It's eerie. *stares at Folken and looks over to Naria* She can feel it too.. *snaps out of it when she hears Folken's comm* Hmmm, looks like we might be needed to do something...but what about that feeling..?
**freaked out**
Ok, Jajuka, sir. *gets some chairs and put them at the table* Well I had the wrong impression about Jajuka. He's been rather nice now. I shouldn't hold grudges. *stares at Dallet and looks the other* Then again..he did hold his sword up to my neck. I must not get him angry...the psycho!
**sitting at the table, and thinking**
Yes, of course father. I will find her. *smiles polietly and gives him a curtsy, before leaving* What is taking Millerna so long this time? She is so unladylike. And father wants to make her queen of Asturia? *sighs and spots Millerna with Yukari* Millerna, father wants you at the pavillion. Breakfast is being served there. *glances at Yukari and gives her a courteous smile* He would appreciate your presence too. I shall tell your friend that too. *goes over to Amano's room and knocks on the door* Excuse me sir, your presence is requested at the breakfast table with my father, the king.
**sigh, I'm doing servant tasks...**
*smiles at Allen and goes over to Merle* I'm sure Van has a plan. Right Van? And we won't leave Merle...*gives the cat girl a playful grin* I just wish...*stares up at Escaflowne and remembers her dream and shudders* We have to get it soon, but what if..getting my pendant will cause that dream? What if Dornkirk some how captures Van and tortures him and tears Escaflowne apart? No...that won't happen. It can't! *tighten her hands into fists and glares at Escaflowne* I won't let it..
**stupid visions are haunting me!**
*snaps on his comm.* Folken! I need to talk with you as soon as you're available.
**another plan**
Smiles at Guimel as he hands him his plate. "Thanks." Looks over at Dallet. "And thanks for making breakfast." Looks back at Guimel. "There are extra chairs at the table. Join us. You too Dallet."
**trying to be nice**
*looks up at Van* You have a plan Lord Van? Well I know that it includes me, right?
**i'm coming too!**
*notices Guimel about to drop the eggs. sighs.* give me that. *snatches the eggs and the pan away from guimel.* make yourself useful and get the sauages and bread. also the flour and griddle. *starts making a grand breakfast, eggs, toast, sauages, and pancakes. starts giving guimel the full plates to hand out, beginning with dilandau's.*
**here, EAT!**
*takes a sip of his coffee. glowers at Shesta* You DON"T know how that girl got MY armour? *looks at Gatti.* I suppose you don't know either, do you? Hmmmm, when was the first time either of you saw that girl? Was she with that demon-winged woman? *looks back over his shoulder* WHAT'S TAKING YOU BUFFOONS SO LONG? I want BREAKFAST!!!!
**barking orders**
*looks at Folken.* oh my, he can feel me. *gives him another warm hug totally embracing him with her arms and wings.* oh my precious son, *whispers in his ear* please listen to your brother, Van. i think that you've been brainwashed by this dornkirk. *let's him go. is struck by an idea.* i will fly to zaibach. dornkirk can see me. i will ask him to give the pendant back. *gives folken a brief kiss before taking off out the windows.*
**on her way to zaibach**
*smiles at Merle as he reaches Van.* i should have known better than to think i would reach Van before you. *gives the kitten a playful ruffle on the top of her head. looks at Van.* so, do you have a plan to get Hitomi's pendant and my sister back from Zaibach? Let me assure you that the Crusade is ready to go at anytime.
**got a plan?**
*nods her head at Folken's latest orders. notices that he feels something. fur bristling, gives her sister a quick look before looking around trying to sense something. doesn't sense anything. listens. doesn't hear anything. looks back at Folken. frowns. moves closer to her boss.*
**what's going on with my love?**
Smiles. "Splendid Strategos." Looks over at Eries. "And where is our blushing bride to be this morning? I hope both Millerna and Dryden will also join us. I will send a servant to fetch Dryden. Why don't you go and get your sister." Smiles. "Come Chid, come Strategos, there is much to discuss." Heads out towards the gardens.
**excited about the wedding**
Yes, of course Folken! *smiles and notices he looks distance* Is there something wrong? *looks over at King Aston and Princess Eries* They don't notice, but Folken looks so nostigalic *spots the catwomen* They notice..
**did you suddenly get sick or something?**
Uh..uh, yes sir! Shesta will get your coffee! *runs spastically around Guimel who suddenly moved away from Dallet, and pours some coffee into a cup* Here you go sir! *hands him the cup and sits by Gatti* I'm sorry, but...*looks at Gatti* we don't know how that girl got your armour. remembers what Dornkirk said about that girl being Dilandau *shudders* Stupid old coot...
**eeeh, I got the coffee for you, so don't smack me!**
*grunts at Jajuka's directions and gets him a cup* GOOOODDD... *hears Dilandau yell at him for some breakfast. Yessss sir! *fumbles around and grabs some eggs, almost dropping them. Puts it in the frying pan.* Why do I have to make the food. I thought Dallet was doing a fine job. Oh well.. *notices Dallet's somber look* Gah! I'm working with him... *gives Dallet a twitchy look and cooks far away from him*
**I don't trust you buddy!**
*hears her sister say that breakfast is going to be in the gardens* Nice to inform me! *shakes her head and smiles Yukari* Uh, sorry. I thought this was Hitomi's room. *listens to her ask where she is* Oh, you are in Asturia, well in the castle. Don't your remember? *frowns a bit* You aren't ill are you? *remembers Amano* What room is that other guy in? I need to tell him about breakfast. Father is holding it in the gardens. You are invited of course! Well, I'm going to tell that other guy that...would you like to follow?
**hmpf. I still don't know where Hitomi is**
*has already made his way to the gardens after being told by the servants about breakfast* Huh... guess I beat everyone here. *eyes much movement on the Crusade which can be seen in the shipyard* I wonder what's going on there? *frowns* I don't really want to be left behind. After all, I parked my merchant ship on the Crusade. Ah!! I have to go move it! *runs towards the Crusade*
**don't leave with my ship!!**
*pokes Amano* Hey! Wake up! Everyone is having breakfast out in the gardens. I've been around a bit this morning. I think that your friend Hitomi is going off with Van and Allen, too. You might want to do something about it.
**being creepy...**
*bows lightly at Eries* Good morning, Princess Eries. *also bows at the king* I would be most honored to join you, your highness. *smiles at the catwomen* The two of you may do as you wish. ... Within reason, of course. *looks down at Chid* Well, Prince Chid, shall we follow King Aston to the gardens? *pauses and feels a gust of warmth* What... What is this feeling?
**Huh?**
*follows Allen and Hitomi onto the Crusade. Sees Van by the Escaflowne.* LORD VAN!!! *runs over to him and gives him a big hug.* Oh Lord Van! *looks at him tearfully* How could you leave me behind?
**you were going to leave me?**
Has the servants quickly dress him. Leaves his room. "And now for a good breakfast." Sees Folken, Eries, Prince Chid and the catwomen. Walks over to them. "Good morning all!" Smiles. "I hope everyone had a good night's rest? Come, breakfast is in the gardens. Let's go eat." Heads towards the gardens.
**hungry**
*barges into the kitchen. sees jajuka.* Report! *listens* The lost city of Atlantis? Hmmmmm, interesting. *looks at Shesta.* Bring me some coffee! *sits down at the table.* I wonder why it's lost? *looks at Gatti.* Are you still under that woman's spell? Shesta! Sit down here, I want to talk with you too! *looks at Guimel.* WELL! Help Dallet make me some breakfast you dolt! I'm hungry! *turns back to Gatti and Shesta.* I want to know why that girl had my armour! HEY! *yells over his shoulder* WHERE"S MY COFFEE?????
**demanding**
*watches Allen and Merle leave. looks at Folken. hears what Eries said about breakfast.* ooooo, i hope they have fish there. i'm really hungry.
**waiting for folken's response**
Watches Dallet closely. there's something really wrong with that young man. i wonder what it is. Takes another drink of his coffee. Sees Dilandau, Gatti and Guimel coming into the kitchen. Stands up. "Sir," says to Dilandau, "I've got a book that describes the Draconians in detail. From what I have read so far, they were flying last night because they were on their way to the Lost City of Atlantis." Looks at Guimel. "The coffee is over there." Points to the coffee pot on the sideboard.
**jabbering**
*notices everyone looking at him.* Uh? *realizes Shesta has asked him to help out.* Yeah sure. *gets up and mindlessly starts to help with breakfast.* oh yea, have me make the breakfast while you guys just lounge around and get all the credit. i guess that's the way it goes when you're at the bottom.
**siiiigh**
*smiles at Hitomi.* I hope you're feeling better. No, I haven't seen Van. But me and Merle are going to the Crusade to look for him. I hope you will join us. *smiles and offers his arm. goes onto the Crusade. smiles at Gaddes* Have you seen Van hanging around here? *looks over to where the Escaflowne is parked. sees Van.* Never mind Gaddes, he's here. *starts to go over towards Van. Stops and looks back at Gaddes.* We're probably taking off soon, make sure everything is ready. *starts to head over to Van.*
**going over to Van**
so i need that girl from the mystic moon? *sighs heavily.* the last attempt to kidnap her was a disaster. i must lure her here, but how?
**ploting away**
*follows Hitomi. sees merle, allen, prince chid and folken.* hmmm, i wonder what's going on over there? *flutters over by folken. sees merle and allen leave. looks at folken.* if that girl felt me, i wonder if folken could feel me too? *joins folken's height by kneeling down beside him. unfolds her wings and gives him a big hug.* i hope you can feel this, my son.
**trying to share the love**
*also hears Folken's voice* You are right sister! *follows her to Folken* Good morning Folken-sama! *bows and spots Prince Chid* Can't we ever have a moment alone with him. Oh well. *gives them both a big smile* Any orders for us?
**I'm at your command!**
Ah, so shiny! *brushes his hair and stares at his reflection in the mirror* I do think, I'm the best dressed Dragonslayer, besides Dilandau-sama. *smiles to himself and puts the brush down* I think I'll grab something to eat, before anything else. *leaves the room and is almost knocked down by Miguel running by* MIGUEL!! You spastic idiot, what are you trying to do? Ruin my hair? *notices his strange look* What is the matter? Seen a ghost or something?
**don't mess my hair up!**
*watches Eries walk off and doesn't have a chance to reply* I don't know what room Amano-senpai and Yukari-chan are in. *frowns and spots Allen with Merle* Merle, Allen! *runs up to them* Do you know where Van is? I would like to talk to him about getting my pendant back...
**I really want it back...**
Mmphf. *sees Gatti giving him a strange look* What's that look for? Weirdo... *follows him and Dilandau into the kitchen and spots Jajuka with some coffee* That's what I need...it will take this headache away! Oi, Jajuka, where's the coffee?
**gimme some!!**
Uh no there isn't anything going on between us, Jajuka. *looks at Dallet* What is his problem...maybe he wants to help? *smiles at Dallet* Would you like to help? I was just making everyone's breakfast. You can make Dilandau-sama's if you want to...
**I need all the help I can get here! I'm not a chef...**
*watches the servants hurry around* Uh excuse me, where is breakfast being held? *listen to one stops and tell her that her father wanted breakfast outside in the gardens* Thank you. *turns and walks towards the guestrooms* I guess I better tell everyone, or noone will be there when father is there.. *spots Hitomi* Oh, good morning. Glad to see you are up, and well. Breakfast is going to be serve in the pavillion area. Please tell your friends. *continues walking and spots Folken and Chid* Excuse me, Folken, Chid. Father is having breakfast this morning in the pavillion.
**just informing you...**
*he's still fast asleep* *is standing in a feild of flowers, surrounded by Dracoinians* Great... it's all happening again. *they start fluttering and dancing about around Varie* Huh? What's so special about THAT one? *steps back from all of them* Oh? What's that? *sees a bunch of dopplegangers come rising up out of the shadows* Gaah! What the heck?? *wakes up and falls out of bed* Ommmph! Oww... *sits up and rubs his head* What did all of that mean? Was it that feather messing with my dreams?? *gets dressed* So freaky... I've gotta find people. I don't really wanna be alone... *starts running for the kitchen*
**disturbed!!**
*recoils slightly from Guimel* Did he just SNORT at me?? *quietly falls into step behind Dilandau* Hmmm... he's acting like everything's perfectly normal. Interesting. *follows Dilandau into the kitchen and sees the small situation there* Eh? I wonder what's wrong with Dallet? Fft. Maybe the "voices in his head" are depressing him.
**just the normal stuff?**
*has been up for a while* I want to just leave. I need to get Hitomi's pendant back, and I need to figure some things out. *sighs deeply and gazes up at Escaflowne* But I don't know... It would probably be best if I left on my own.
**is indeed on the Crusade**
*finishes his breakfast and has a servant take the tray away.* now, to get down to business. *calls his scientists for a report. waits patiently for them to arrive. listens to what they have to say. growls* So, the pendant won't work without that girl! Then so be it!
**drat, drat, and double drat!**
*smiles* she can feel me. this is wonderful. this girl can feel me and she doesn't have the pendant. i wonder if van could feel me now. i'll stay by her. she'll go to van and then i can see.
**in a good mood**
*smiles at Eriya and purrs* Let's get some chow. *brushes her hair and fixes her outfit.* I'm ready. *opens the door and steps into the hall. ears prick up* Sister, I heard Folken-sama. He's down the hall. *runs down the hall*
**going to folken**
*broods as he soaks in the bath. gets out and gets dressed.* well at least my muscles aren't sore anymore. *flings open the door and heads towards the kitchen.* i hope there's something good to eat. i'm starving! *sees Guimel and Gatti in front of him.* Gatti! *looks at Guimel as he walks past him. looks at Gatti* Come on. Let's go get something to eat. *walks in front of Gatti and heads to the kitchen.*
**ha! i'm first!**
Goes into the kitchen. Sees Shesta cooking and Dallet looking glum. "What's up?" Asks Dallet as he goes to see if there is any coffee made. Smiles. Grabs a cup and pours himself some. Looks back at Dallet. what is the matter with him? he looks so sad. Grabs another cup and pours more coffee. Smiles at Shesta and goes over to the table holding both cups with the book tucked under his arm. Gives it to Dallet and takes a sip of his own. "So, what's with the long face?" Looks at Shesta. "Something going on between you two?"
**trying to figure out what's wrong**
*sighs and leaves his room. sees folken with merle and prince chid. frowns and quietly walks over to them. hears merle asking about van. looks sharply at her.* You don't know where Van is? hmmmm, he must be at the Crusade. Escaflowne is there. maybe he's got a plan of getting Hitomi's pendant back. *smiles at merle.* I think I know where Van is. Come on, let's go see if I'm right. *looks at Prince Chid and Folken.* Excuse us, won't you? *takes Merle's hand and turns to leave.*
**hitomi's pendant and my sister**
*goes into the kitchen and sees Shesta.* Uh? Um, good morning Shesta. *sees that shesta is making breakfast. sighs and slumps into a chair.* well, that plan is spoiled. now what? i'll never get back into dilandau-sama's good graces.
**depressed again**
Looks out the window. "Why it's a beautiful morning." Turns towards his man servant. "Have the other servants serve breakfast out on the gradens' pavillion area." Gets in his bath. "Oh yeah," hollers at the man servant. "I want to wear my dark blue and gold robes today." Sinks into his bath.
**having a great morning.**
*shrinks away from Folken, eyes full of mistrust and fear* I..I..um..*looks around fearfully. sees Prince Chid. sighs* well i'm not alone with HIM *looks back at Folken* I was looking for Lord Van. Have you seen him?
**Chid! I'm glad you're here**
*feels sudden warmth around her* Eh? *sees some bluebirds flying about, and smiles slightly* That's a good sign. *steps away from the window and waves at the bluebird that landed on the sill* Thank you for cheering me up! *walks out of the room and looks at the multiple doors* I wonder where Amano and Yukari are?
**I'm feeling better**
Mmmm? I don't wanna. *turns over and spots her sister's tail swooshing in her face* Heh, heh..*grabs it* Gotcha! *lets it go and stretches* Do you think they have good food here sister? I have a bit of an appetitie. *rolls over and stares at the ceiling* I want fish. How about you?
**I'm up, I'm up!**
Ugh...I have such a headache. *gets up and barely misses hitting his sword over* Gah? Geez, I'm a mess. *rubs his head and gets his armour on* Meh. I guess I good meal should make me feel better. *walks out of the room and almost bumps into Gatti* Sorry...I'm not a morning person you know..*snorts and stumbles on*
**meh.**
*stretches and hops out of the bed* Wow! Morning all ready! *smiles and changes* Yay, Aunt Millerna is going to get married soon! I can't wait until the wedding. *walks out and sees Folken and Merle close by* Good Morning, Folken, Merle!
**hello!**
*sets the crew of the Crusade to work* C'mon, you lazy bums! Run a check on all the systems to make sure the ship is gonna run smoothly! You! Go check the levistones. You! Make sure the sail is secure. And you! Clean up this mess over here!! *watches everyone working and smiles* Ahhh... I love this job. I'm gonna go check on the steering systems.
**busy and happy!**
*shines up his armour for the day* Ah... very beautifl. I can see my own reflection... *gets dressed and stretches* Ohhh... I wonder what kinds of strange things will happen today? Is Dilandau-sama going to investigate the deal with his sister? Ah, well, whatever it is, I'll be ready!! But... I need food. *heads to the kitchen as well*
**hungry**
*has been awake since dawn, staring out the window* I dreamed of my mother last night... *Sighs heavilly* I'm sorry... I'm sorry mother. I did sell Fanelia out to Zaibach... but it will be attoned for. Ridding the world of pain is well worth the sacrifice. So please... can't you rest? *walks out into the hallway, looking distant* If only Van would understand. Perhaps his reluctance to save the world is what has caused our mother to be so uneasy. *stiffens* Yes. If I can get him to join me, I'm sure it will ease her spirit. *spots the unnerved Merle* Young one, what is the matter? You look quite frightened. *smiles and kneels down to her level* Why are you running so, Merle?
**doesn't like to see upset kitties**
*eyes flutter open as Millerna knocks on the door* Gwa? *flips out of bed and stumbles to the door* Yah?? *rubs at her eyes a little bit* What do you want? Who are you? *yawns widely and shakes her head* Oii... *heart skips a beat* Wait... Where am I??
**wasn't yesterday just a dream??**
*wakes up when a guard comes in.* Uh? What? *notices that the guard brought a tray in.* My breakfast? Good, good. Bring it over here. *sniffs the tantalizing aroma.* Hmmmm, everything smells so good. *smiles at the guard and starts to eat.* well, if those incompetent scientists of mine found a way to harness that pendant's power, then this is going to be a great day. *woofs down his breakfast*
**even evil guys need to eat**
*sensously stretches.* Hey sister! It's morning! Time to rise and shine. *playfully jumps on her sister.* Get up sleepy head.
**a friendly cat fight**
*frowns as the sun wakes him up. rolls over and moans.* man! i feel like i just went to bed. *tries to get up.* woah! i'm so stiff and sore. what in the world happened to me? *remembers what jajuka said. snarls* those winged people did something to me. i'll make them pay for this. *heads towards the bathroom to take a long hot bath.*
**in a foul mood**
Wakes up feeling great. Happily hums to himself while his bath is prepared. Smiles at the servants. "I have a little secret." Giggles joyfully. "There's going to be a wedding in Asturia!" Grabs one of the servant's hands and starts dancing around the room with him. "Isn't this great! My precious Millerna is going to get married." Notices that the bath isn't ready. Let's go of the servant. "Well, hurry up with my bath man! There's much to be done!"
**excited about the wedding**
*tosses and turns. finally gets out of bed.* no use in trying to sleep anymore. it's morning. *looks out the window towards the courtyard's vast and luxurous gardens. sighs.* oh celena, what happened to you?
**remembering celena**
*wakes up feeling more tired than he was before he went to bed. remembers dilandau's scorn. grimaces. slowly shuffles himself out of bed and into a bath. remembers his idea. hurries up and gets dressed.* a good breakfast will smooth things over with dilandau-sama. *flings open the door and runs towards the kitchen.*
**planning to make a HUGE breakfast**
*wakes up with a start* VAN! *quickly hops out of bed. looks around confused.* Wha??? *remembers that she's in Asturia.* Van? *remembers Hitomi loosing her pendant.* oh no! Lord Van has left me! He went to Zaibach with Allen and Hitomi! He's left me behind!! *flings open the door and starts racing down the hall, looking for Van.*
**VAN!!!!**
*wakes up right after Hitomi. sees the girl looking out the window. yawns, stretches and gets up. notices hitomi looking sad. flutters over to her. notices that hitomi has put her hand up to her chest, where the pendant use to hang.* oh no, she misses her pendant. *puts her arm around hitomi in a guesture of comfort.* oh how i wish you could feel me without your magic jem.
**you poor thing**
Wakes up to see the sun shining brightly in through his tiny window. Yawns. well, i didn't really get much sleep, but i still feel pretty good. Hops out of bed. Sees the book on the Draconians lying on the nightstand. hmmmm, i'll get to that right after breakfast. Quickly baths and dresses. Tucks the book under his arm and heads towards the kitchen.
**COFFEEE!!!**
Geez, where did I place that...*scours the floor and finds his amour* Dilandau-sama would have my head if I didn't wear this! *puts it on and breathes a sigh of relief* Now, I'm ready. I have to make Dilandau-sama's breakfast, before he yells at me again. *leaves the room and heads towards the kitchen*
**just another morning**
*stretches and yawns* Well I feel much better. Nothing like a refresing night's sleep. *gets up and changes* Well I better wake up Hitomi. If I know her, she sleeps rather late. *walks out of the room, and starts humming* For some reason, I think today is going to be better. *looks around and pauses* Oh drat, which room is she in? Oh well. *knocks on Yukari's door*
Finally a new day! The other one lasted a while. ^^;
