Alan
I'll always be here mwueheheh|||
Eugene
*Sorrel had finally decided to get out of the woods and set up an actual shop. Not a building, but a little booth. Pairing simple clothing with their now bleached hair, he put up the clothing he had to offer, and sat down, Lunar in their lap*
Albert
Sorrel might notice the booth next to theirs which was selling fresh and dried animal meats as well as furs and other parts of them. The booth was covered on top by a dark brown cloth to presomably keep out anything unsanitary, though it was lit inside with a few lamps which reveled a few large storage bins and ice boxes, presumably with more goods inside. Sitting by the front of the stand was a cloaked figure, draped in a dark green cloak and simularly coloured garments.
Eugene
*Sorrel figured his booth would be fine for a moment if he went to check the other out, right? So he got up, and walked over, curiously looking at the furs. These could make some REALLY nice jackets for the winter! They were gorgeous...*
Albert
Athan looked up at the witch and gave a small nod in agnoligment. In the shade of his hood, Sorrel wouldnt be able to make out many features of the man but if he looked close enough he'd vaguely be able to see the mans redish looking eyes and from the looks of it vitiligo as there was quite a bit of variation in his skin colour but it was hard to tell
Eugene
"Uhm... How much are the furs? I'm willing to trade for them!" *Sorrel offered, Lunar sitting with her tail curled around Sorrel's leg. He seemed a bit nervous, but quite friendly otherwise!*

*Sorrel just sort of looked at him, before nodding, picking out a few furs and digging out the money he needed.* "Is this good?" *He asked, tilting his head just slightly. He seemed a little more nervous now, but still friendly.*
Albert
The man's eyes never met Sorrel's and it seemed very perpousful, but he took the money counting it before nodding. Sorrel could see his hands were fairly small for how large the man looked which pointed to the fact his clothes were ment to make him look much bigger then he actually was. They also might notice the fact his hands were shaking slightly, but also that he defenitly had vitiligo from the colouring on his hands
Eugene
"Y'know, I haven't seen anyone else with vitiligo in a long time." *They commented, attempting to engage in some smalltalk. Lunar had crept into the booth, and was snooping around as Sorrel talked, seeming curious about the boxes.*
Albert
The man paused, now actually looking at Sorrel's features but still not looking at him in the eyes. "..Oh-" He quietly exclaimed, also having not seen someone else with it ether. His voice was very soft and had a higher pitch to it which did not match his appearance
Eugene
*Sorrel's hair was green at the roots, fading into a bleached blond. They wore glasses, their skin had speckles and patches because of their vitiligo, and he was beautiful. Not too small, but not too large, a friendly smile, and slightly pointed ears. They spoke softly, and kindly.* "Hey, uh... You can come visit my stand if ya want! I'm sure I could find something that interests you!" *He offered.*
Albert
He hesitated, glancing around, obviously not sure about it. What if someone broke into his stand- what if this guy was tricking him and actually knew he was a vampire and was going to kill him! What if- what if- Athans mind started to swirl with anxiety
Eugene
*Sorrel seemed to notice, and smiled softly.* "Don't worry, I won't hurt you. Heck, I can get Lunar to watch over your stand if you'd like!" *He offered, raising his hands to show he didn't have any weapons or anything of the like. Trying to prove that he wouldn't hurt him.*
Albert
Athan paused before nodding. He still put on his (idk what its called the thing that you have your bow and arrows attached to) and stepped away from his stand, keeping his hands in his pockets so his full body was covered from the sun. He was defenitly smaller then what he had previously looked like in the stand. His clothes obviously ment to bulk him up
Eugene
*Sorrel smiled, and happily led him to the booth. There were all sorts of beautiful clothing, from ball gowns to suits, to casualwear and hunting gear. Sorrel seemed to have a knack for making clothing! Lunar stayed at the other booth, standing guard.*
Albert
Athans eyes widened as he looked around, suprized by how expertlitly the cloths were put together. Did they buy these? Where did he find such amazing clothes?
Eugene
*Sorrel grinned, seeming proud of themself.* "I made these! I think the prices are fair, and I accept trades. Take a look, as long as ya want!"
Albert
Athans eyes widened even more as he looked up at Sorel. He could see the suprized look on his face even with his face hiden by shadows.
Eugene
*Sorrel offered a happy smile in return, before going to sit down and watch the other. Their booth was a tad... Messy... But it was organized enough that he could see all the wares! Despite the fact that there were things... Everywhere...*
Albert
Athan did notice the messiness and didn't comment on it. He didn't think he could afford any of this though but wasn't really sure what he should do sence he had specifically been brought over there
Eugene
*After a moment, Sorrel stood up and picked a piece of clothing up. A jacket. He offered it towards Athan.* "Here. Consider it a gift!" *They hummed, smiling, before returning to their seat. They had started on something that was crochet, a sweater!*
Albert
Athan took the Jacket and stared at it for a moment. Not sure how to react to this, he looked back up at Sorrel, obviously very confused and not sure how to react
Eugene
"Its yours now! No charge! I like giving things to people, thats why I started making clothing!" *Sorrel hummed out, continuing to work on their sweater. It was a soft green, matching their roots.*
Albert
"..Oh- o-ok-" He nodded slightly standing there for a few moment longer before going back to his stand, very confused from this interaction
Eugene
*Sorrel just gave a soft smile, offering a wave as they watched him go. He'd have to try and catch this one more often, he was very interesting!*
Albert
Athan sat back in his stand and examined the jacket, making sure it wasnt boobytrapped. Why did that guy give him this? If they gave stuff away all the time- how did they survive? That was an awful business practice-
Eugene
*Yes, it was a horrible business practice. However, it didn't seem to be boobytrapped. Just a nicely made hunters jacket! Lunar looked up at the other, as if waiting for the other to say she could go back to Sorrel.*
Albert
Athan noticed Lunar and jumped in suprise, forgetting that she had been there. He stared at her nervously not sure what to do
Eugene
*Lunar mewled softly, her tail flicking, before scampering off to join her owner. Man, that was one strange ass cat.*
Albert
As the sun finished setting Athan packed up his stand and walked past Sorrels, placing some money on whatever he still had up before quicjky speed walking away.
Eugene
*Sorrel looked... Quite confused. He grabbed the money, and raced after him.* "HEY! Wait! I can't accept this!" *He yelled after him. They very clearly werent used to running after people, despite their thin stature.*
Albert
Athan sped up very obviously not wanting to get into a conversation. He just had to pay them back and that was it. He prettended like he didn't hear Sorrel but by his fast pace, it was obvious he was ignoring them
Eugene
*Still, Sorrel was determined to return the money.* "Wait! I know you're ignoring me! Come get your money, dangit!" *Annnddd then they tripped, letting out a startled yelp as they went down. Ooofff, that had to hurt. ..*
Albert
Athan paused as he heard the "Ooofff" Slowing down before turning around to look and see what happened. Seeing he tripped Athan hesitated. They were fine right? It was just a small fall- Athan could leave and it would be no harm no fowl. There was no reason for him to turn back... He was already back at him and offered his cane like a hand for them to grab so they could be pulled up
Eugene
*Sorrel murmured a soft "Thank you" As they got up and brushed themself off. They had a nasty scrape on their hands and chin, already bleeding. They quickly bent down and gathered the money, before offering it towards the other.* "Take it. The Jacket was a gift."
Albert
Athan shook his hands in front of him, shaking his head no, he did not want the money back and wasnt going to take it
Eugene
"Please? It was a gift! I can't accept this!" *Sorrel protested, giving them a pleading look. It seemed as if they werent backing down either.*
Albert
He shook his head no again and went to leave again
Eugene
"Can I at least know where I could send a letter to you? So I can pay you back? Or just keep in touch? I'd like to be your friend!" *Sorrel offered, lowering their hands.*
Albert
Athan paused at that and turned back around, looking quite suprized, "...Why-?" He asked after a few moments
Eugene
"You seem interesting, and I'm tired of being lonely, and I'd like to be your friend." *Sorrel admitted, hanging their head slightly.*
Albert
He stared, "...You dont w-want to be frfriends with me-" He quietly spoke
Eugene
"And why not? What makes you worth not befriending?" *Sorrel asked, wiping the blood from thair hands onto their pants. Damn, that stung like a bitch.*
Albert
Athan had eaten yesterday so luckly the blood didnt affect him to much but it was very distracting. "...J-just... B-because-"
Eugene
"Because?" *They tilted their head, waiting for an answer. Lunar had finally ran after Sorrel, and was watching the entire interaction.*
Albert
Athan looked at the ground, "..." He turned around and went to leave, Sorrel might notice he had an obvous bad leg
Eugene
*Sorrel sighed, turning to walk back to their stand. They had failed. Damn. That sucked. They seemed awfully sad about it as well as they sat down in their seat, Lunar wandering off to find some bandages.*
Albert
After a few days of not seeing Athan and his stand as Sorrel came to set up his stand, they might see Athans familiear looking stand a little but aways from Sorrel
Eugene
*Sorrel didn't bother to try interact with him, not yet at least. They had gotten the clear message that Athan didn't want to be friends. They had patched up those scrapes, and sat at his booth, knitting as he waited for costumers.*
Albert
Athan noticed Sorrel's stand and stared for a moment at it before looking at him before looking away
Eugene
*Sorrel didn't look up, continuing to work at their current knitting project. Lunar stayed curled on his lap, listening to him hum under his breath as he worked.*
Albert
He let out a small sigh, he didnt like being alone either but- he couldnt trust Sorrel- and even if he could he couldnt risk hurting him- like- like-......He let out a small sigh and closed his stand by shutting the curtan because he needed a break for a moment
Eugene
*Sorrel just kept humming, working with ease as if he had done this a thousand times before. Which, thinking about it, he probably had. After a moment, he stood up and grabbed some fabric, before sitting back down and continuing.*
Albert
He decided to go get some food and locked up all the stuff in his stand and left, using his cane to help him walk. He walked past Sorrels stand, trying to ignore it
Eugene
*Sorrel offered a wave as he walked by, looking up with a small hello, before returning to what he had been sewing. It looked like a dress of some sort, and it was absolutely stunning already, even though it wasn't done quite yet.*
Albert
Athan flinched slightly as Sorrel moved but gave an awkward wave back
Eugene
*Sorrel smiled, seeming happy that the other even waved back. It was progress! They continued to happily hum as they worked, before getting up. The best part of making clothing? Trying it on! Of course, they had a tank top and shorts on under their outfit so nothing was awkward, and they had a little changing room set up!*
Albert
As he was doing that Athan had gone to the food area of the market and bought a few things. He enjoyed eating the various things that he normally wouldnt have access to, even though they didnt offer any sustanance to him. He paused as he noticed a cute looking cupcake and thought of the strange witch... He bought it before heading back. Athan placed it on Sorren's stand in front of him before going into his stand, keeping it closed so he could eat. He took off his hood and sat down, pulling out the snacks he had bought
Eugene
*Sorrel noticed the cupcake when they returned, still in the dress, and Athan could HEAR the squeal of delight from them. Obviously, they liked the cupcake. Aw, that was adorable.*
Albert
Athan jumped slightly from the sound but smiled slightly at his happy sound.
Eugene
*Sorrel grinned, quickly walking over to his boxes and digging through them. Once they had found what they were looking for, they walked over to the other's stand and left them. A pair of leg warmers! Those would be good for when it got really cold! He quickly rushed back to his stand, pretending he had nothing to do with the surprise gift as he inspected his dress.*
Albert
After a little bit he put all items back out and put his hood back on. He then opened the curtan up and paused as he saw a little box. He stared at it nervously, deciding it was safer to not touch it. What if it was a trap? He sat down as far away from it while staying at his stand. He kept glancing at it, making sure nothing changed with it.
Eugene
*The box just sat there, waiting. That was, until Sorrel walked over, picked it up and offered it towards him.* "For you. I apologize, I should have known a strange box wouldn't be messed with." *Honestly, Sorrel looked stunning in his seafoam green dress. It had a corset top, and faded into a light blue towards the bottom. It stayed at his knees, which had bandages on them, and had a bow that tied in the back.*
Albert
Athan paused, looking at the box then up at Sorrel, noticing his outfit his face flushed slightly and he quickly took the box, making sure not to touch them and looked away, "..T-thanks-" He muttered
Eugene
*Sorrel smiled, his eyes sparkling.* "I hope they come of good use to you! I never did catch your name, I'm Sorrel! Sorrel Harper! And you?" *He asked, his head slightly tilted as he tucked his hands behind him politely.*
Albert
Athan hesitated, hugging the box as he avoided looking at Sorrel, "...A-Athan-" He muttered under his breath nervously, scratching at his arm nervously
Eugene
*Sorrel gasped softly, before smiling.* "That's a lovely name! It's wonderful to... Remeet you, Athan!" *He couldn't help but make a small joke, sort of swaying back and forth as they stood.* "I've got to get back to my stand now, but it was great talking to you!"
Albert
Athan nodded, glancing over a few times before waving goodbye as he said they had to get back to their stand. After he left, Athan opened up the box, looking inside and paused, pulling out the leg warmers. He smiled slightly, they were very soft which was quite diferent to the quality of cloths he had.
Eugene
*Sorrel seemed as happy as could be as they walked back to their stand, almost as if they were floating. They even picked Lunar up and spun her around before putting her back down again. After their moment of bubbly joy, then went back to work, finetuning a few things with the dress they were wearing.*
Albert
He looked over to Sorrel's stand before folding up the gift before putting it in a box. Before a few people came to his stand so he payed attention to them.
Eugene
*Sorrel was happily working on the dress, occasionally stopping to help a costumer. Eventually, they decided to go grab something to eat and take a break, Lunar staying stationed at the booth while they were away.*
Albert
Athan noticed Sorrel leaving ant watched. He paused and after a few moments he got up going over to the stand to see what Sorrel had that he was offering
Eugene
*Sorrel had turned those furs into some LOVELY looking jackets! They also offered several types of shirts and pants in different fabrics and styles, as well as tuxedos and dresses, even hats and scarves! They had gloves and socks as well, an array of things!*
Albert
He did need more socks- he looked at the price to see how much they were
Eugene
*They were actually quite a low price for such well made socks! Either Sorrel thought that lower prices would draw more costumers, or he just DIDNT know how to price socks,,,the latter seemed more likely.*
Albert
He paused before paying the proper price for them and wrote a note saying he had his prices way to low for the quality, giving an example of a better price before leaving it and going back to his stand with the socks he had bought
Eugene
*After a couple of minutes, Sorrel returned, looking at the note. He glanced over at the other's booth, and smiled, before putting the money away.*
Albert
As hours passed and the sun started to set, everyone started taking down their stand, well everyone but Athan
Eugene
*Sorrel had already put his things away, preparing to start the LONG journey to home. Ugh, he hated walked home, especially in the dark.*
Albert
Athan sat reading a book, luckly it wasnt dark yet. They might notice Athan wasnt packing up yet
Eugene
*Sorrel curiously walked over.* "Are you not leaving soon? How will you get home in the dark?" *They seemed genuinely worried about him*
Albert
Athan paused, looking up at Sorrel, "O-oh- um-..." He wasnt sure how to respond
Eugene
"I just don't want ya to get mugged, yknow? Its happened to me before." *Sorrel occasionally looked at his things every once and a while, making sure they were still there*
Albert
Athan paused, "Oh-..Ill um... Be ok-" He gave a small smile not that Sorrel could see due to him being covered by his hood
Eugene
*Sorrel seemed satisfied with this answer, before passing him a piece of paper.* "Alright, stay safe. Here, incase you want to send me a letter or pay my shop a visit sometime! See ya!" *With this, Sorrel walked back to his things to finish getting them together.*
Albert
Athan nodded, waving goodbye, watching them leave before looking down at the paper, to see what was written down on it
Eugene
*It was their adress!...In the middle of the Shifting Forest. Why did they live in the shifting forest of all places?? It was... Quite strange.*
Albert
Athan paused, reading through it... That defenitly was a weird address- he stared, at it suspitiously but once the sun had fully set he finnaly took down his stand and went home.
Eugene
*Another couple of days, Sorrel had set up shop again! And this time, he had taken the other's advice and fixed the prices! Maybe he'd be able to live decently now.*
Albert
Athans stand was where it normally was, he looked over to Sorrel's shop as he set up, watching him do so
Eugene
*Sorrel happily waved to the other, having stopped for a moment, before continuing to set up with a happy hum. Once he was finished, he walked over.* "Hi! How are you today?"
Albert
Athan gave a small wave before looking away, he had pulled out one of his books and started reading. Athan jumped as Sorrel spoke suddenly, it startled him and he fell off his chair from suprize. He paused before quickly pushing himself up giving Sorrel an awkward thumbs up
Eugene
*Sorrel moved to help him up, before remembered he didn't like to be touched.* "Oh! Im so so sorry! I didn't mean to startle you!"
Albert
"I-its f-fine" He looked up at Sorrel, but obviously avoided eye contact, giving them a small smile. But because he had fallen his hood had come off and Sorrel could tell instantly Athan was a vampire. He had yet to realize his hood had come off
Eugene
"U-Uhm, your hood-" *Sorrel gently pointed out, his cheeks turning a bit pink.* "You're very pretty though, why do you hide under it?" *He questioned, offering a hand to help the other up.*
Albert
Athans eyes widdened with horror and he quickly pulled his hood back up, backing up away from Sorrel, his breath quickening before pausing, noticing his reaction, maybe he couldnt tell- Athan took a few deep breaths before pushing himself up, "U-um-" He scratched at his arm nervously
Eugene
*Sorrel tilted his head slightly. He didn't seemed to be acting different. But it was obvious he knew from the quest he asked in a soft voice. "So, you're a vampire? Is that why you hide? Did you think I would treat you any lesser? C'mon, I'm a witch! I'm one of THE most hated kinds of people in these parts!" Sorrel softly chuckled, smiling still.*
Albert
Athan's eyes widened slightly but paused from what he said, "I-i u-uh-" He didnt have the words. This was not what he was expecting. But maybe because Sorrel was a witch and also hated thats why they werent scared? But that didnt make much sence. Why wouldnt he be scared, Athan was a monster-
Eugene
*Sorrel didn't seem to believe Athan was a monster, not at all! They stayed as friendly as ever, a smile still on their face. "It's fine, you don't have to answer if you don't want to." *
Albert
He didnt know how to react to this as he never expected anything like this to happen. He kept an eye on Sorrel, watching for any change in behavour. His body was shaking slightly he was defenitly freaked out
Eugene
"Arrreeee you okay? Do you need me to get you some water?" *Sorrel questioned, seeming concerned for the other, worry laced upon his face. Brown eyes, fixed on the other, his eyebrows scrunched up in worry.*
Albert
"I-i-i..." He couldnt get the words out so he just shook his head no, taking a small step away from Sorrel
Eugene
*Sorrel just shrugged.* "Alright, if you say so! I'll be at my stand if ya need anything, okay?" *He offered another gentle smile, before walking back to their booth.*
Albert
Athan watched as he left before stumbling over and closing the curtan of his stand, leaning against some of his boxes. His breath was shakey and tears filled his eyes as he curled up into a ball trying to calm himself down. Its fine, this will be fine. They dont think im a monster- theyre not scared of me- maybe they wont tell anyone right? No- but- what if theyre faking it- what if hes actually horrified and telling everyone right now? Theyre going to kill me! Athan started hyperventilating as tears flooded down his face he was terrified but was frozen in fear
Eugene
*Sorrel just sat down at their booth, starting yet ANOTHER project. Business was slow, and he had nothing better to do. Lunar climbed up into his lap, watching the other booth, before jumping back down and walking over, wiggling inside to go comfort Athan.*
Albert
He was to freaked out in his head to notice the small cat who was now inside his tent. His hands were on his head, pulling at his hair as tear flooded out of his eyes as his mind contiued to spin
Eugene
*The little cat trotted over, meowing happily.* "Mmmrrrrp?" *She looked at him with curious eyes, before rubbing her head against his legs as she attempted to get him to pet her.* "Mmmeerrrp!"
Albert
Athan jumped away with a suprized squeak, staring at her, tears falling down his face, not sure how to react
Eugene
*She sat down, staring up at him with her tail wrapped around her paws.* "Merrwww?" *Her ears flicked as she waited, watching him.*
Albert
He watched her, still hyperventilating but less as he stared at the cat "Y-y-your-" He managed to get out recognizing her
Eugene
*She gently rubbed her head against his leg again, trying to get him to pet her again.* "Meeerrppp!"
Albert
He flinched slightly, pulling his leg back nervously, not knowing what the cat was trying to do
Eugene
*The cat down again, waiting once more as she continued to meow.* "Mmmmeeerrrp? Mmrrrrpppp!"
Albert
"I-....I d-dont k-k-k-ow... What... W-what y-you w-want-" He stared at the cat confused
Eugene
*Lunar rubbed her paw against her head, and meowed again, attempting to showhim that she wanted pets.*
Albert
He paused, hesitating before cautiously reaching his hand out, it shaking nervously
Eugene
*Lunar stayed still, as to not scare him, but she seemed happy* "Mmmerrwwww!"
Albert
After flinching a few times he finally touched the cats head
Eugene
*Lunar started to purr, seeming completely happy and content.*
Albert
He paused and began to pet her
Eugene
*Lunar seemed delighted, continuing to purr and meow as she tried to comfort the other.*
Albert
After a bit he smiled slightly, the purring managed to help him ground himself enough that even though he still had tears falling out of his eyes, he managed to mostly get his breathing under control, to the point it was mostly slow with it quickening every so often
Eugene
*Lunar continued to stay with Athan, making sure he stayed grounded and calm. She quickly had figured out that the purring helped, so she continued to do so.*
Albert
After about a good 30 minutes or so he was fully calm only sniffling here and there as he continued to pet the cat
Eugene
*Soon, Sorrel returned. He didn't barge in, but he did wait outside, raising his voice enough to be heard.* "Hey, are you okay? And have you seen Lunar?"
Albert
Athan froze for a moment, looking down at Lunar. He really didn't want Sorrel to come in and see him like this. It was obvious he'd been crying. He quicjky put his hood up, dusted himself off and then picked up lunar, bringing her over and placing her outside of his stand, but stayed inside, only showing his arms threw the curtain
Eugene
"Oh! Thank you! I wonder what she was doing in there! I'm sorry if she bothered you." *Sorrel happily took her mewling ball of fur back, who seemed annoyed about being removed from her petting.*
Albert
Athan just have a thumbs up knowing that if he said anything it would be obvious he'd been crying and he could not show that
Alan
|| uhm . . Come on guyz . .
Donna
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