Jodi
"Oh, the part where she carry me home drunk and save me. Yeah. I have her for that." 

*Sirdan feigned innocence and then waited for his drink to arrive.* 

"That's a long story. Let me get my thirst sated first." *Sirdan waited until his milk tea arrived, and then started sipping on it, savoring its delicious milky goodness.* 

"Mmm... It takes time to heal wounds - as cliche as it sounds. You need to find new purpose and new love in life in order to get over a trauma - and wash it over. Perhaps you would have a chance with him - I know nothing else beyond that." 

"And my lover... Mmmm... Long story. I savored every day, still misses her a lot. I picked up a four armed felinid girl - very strong, purple skinned, who could've crushed me back then, now I'm stronger. But I taught her everything - how to read, write, fight, and we fought together to hunt animals." Sirdan stopped for a moment, drinking from his tea, and then swallowed deliberately, followed by clearing his throat. 

"Anyway, we never did anything beyond kiss - even lips kiss were rare. I felt that it would've been inappropriate. But one day, she just disappeared from my house, and I felt empty for months. I didn't know what to do. Started sleeping around, bedded one girl after the other, a Maktuvian girl one day, and a salvainian wench the next." 

"Swore to never dedicate myself solely to one person again, and found a lot of pleasure in food and women. That's how I got over it. Maybe I'm still not over it. Honestly, I'm not sure if my wives or fiancees are fine too. Hu Lang knew it going in, and I told Yukine the same up front. But they're anxious - they want to know eachother, they want to know what seems like their rivals." 

"Honestly, I don't think I could recommend going down the same path as I did."
Kenneth
"Riiiiggght. I'm sure you can handle it. You're a big, strong warrior after all."

*Katherine's sarcasm soaked words was followed by a smile, and then a thanks to the waiter as her own drink arrived. It was cold and smooth, and tart as well from the berries and yogurt, contrasting nicely with the sweetness. The drink itself was a vibrant purple and white; it reminded Katherine of her old colors.*

"Time, huh? So... Should I let it heal before pursuing a new one? Or should will going for it help?"

"....That's it? With someone you love. Aleksander and I... Uh... Uh... Made love. I think that's how people say it. Profusely. It's hard to detach myself after just being so connected with him for so long."

*An immense wave of guilt washed over the captain, as she brought up her and Ale's private life. It didn't feel right. But she had to do it; while the memory would remain, Aleksander did not.*

"I'm fine with just one partner. Plus, I wasn't exactly the dominant one in our relationship... I doubt two would be healthy."
Jodi
"Yes I am." *He flexed his bicep in front of her. Quite strong.* 

"Mmmm... I think you are spending a lot of time brooding? Is it not? They says time heal, but really, what heal with time is the ability to gain new experience in life, to wash over the trauma of the old, to find new dramas. As I find happiness in my new way of living, I long less for the good old day. Of course I remember, but it is having the emotional substitute and coming to acceptance. Happiness in enjoying what you have is essential to that." 

"You can't just wash away it by doing nothing. Indulge a bit - I mean, we're both rich warriors. Perhaps go on trips to try all the food, find friends, visit restaurant - pay the bill if you want." 

He nodded as he listened to the details of her private life. Well, making love between couples? Pretty normal. 

"Then look for the one you desire. I don't think most people are destined to do what I did. Plenty of rich men... And even women here, hoard partners like trophies, I don't do that. But I don't think my wives necessarily believe in it." 

"Go for monogamy and explore your options. This Alde fellow seem nice. Maybe fight alongside him and see how it goes." 

*He grinned, aware of how hypocritical he is to suggest monogamy while he is practicing anything but.*