Frank
The king had spent the last 3 hours listening to commoners' requests and pleas. He was mostly annoyed by it all but he continued acting as though he cared. The whole time he's sitting there, he's also coaching his daughter on how to handle each situation. He was lazily passing people on, hoping the time would go faster. 

"Yes yes, thank you for your offering... Move along" He spoke with annoyance in his voice. He continued doing this to each person. In all honesty, he was a good king, but he didnt care much for commoners. He let other people take care of them. At the very least he had someone taking notes for him so these issues could be covered.
Ashley
*It had been some time since he had walked these halls and now he was here once more. Training had been gruesome. His body, mind, and magic were put high to their peak. Far beyond a normal person in every way possible. He had grown from the boy that had been sent out and it was more then just his abilities that got better. Looking at his face he had a rather attractive look now. As he approached the door into the room where the king was he was "Stopped" By two royal guards, They tried blocking him with their weapons and the weapons simply melted upon contact with him.*

*There was a like of people that had done nothing to earn his anger so he went to the front of the line and politely asked to have a word with the king before them, the person gave a meek nod. He threw a large wax sealed envelope on the ground. The crest on the seal being that of a roaring dragon, a symbol of where he learned. The dragons themselves taught him the ways of his magic. Pulling another one out he threw it on top of the other, the wax seal on the new envelop had an emblem of a sword, a prestigious training academy for warriors, knights, and adventurers all attend it, the best are the ones that survive. And then he pulled one last envelope out that had a book for the emblem and it was the last one to be thrown on the pile. It was some far off school that had a few good people come out.*

"I expect even in your older years you remember the agreement we made?"
Vincent
Laverna watched as someone made their way to the front of the line, though her face remained blank. When she caught a glimpse of silver blonde hair, her heart jumped with hope, a feeling she hadn't felt in a long time. When the man's face came into view, she wanted to run to him, jump into his arms, and hug him. Though, she knew she wasn't allowed to. The princess simply kept her face blank aside from a small hint of a smile as one corner of her mouth twitched upwards when the two of them made eye contact. 

It didnt take much for the princess to recognize her one and only friend, even though he's... Well- wow... He's grown up. That's one way to put it. What confused her was the three letters that landed at the king's feet and the agreement her Kaji had mentioned. Verna straightened her posture which had slightly fallen after hours of sitting and glanced over at her father to see how he was reacting.
Frank
The king watched as some entitled asshole made his way to the front of the line, and while he'd like to say he was shocked at who it was, he knew this day was coming. He did not bother to hide his distaste as he cocked an eyebrow at the man and sourly laughed in his face. Unlike the training he put his daughter through to hide her every emotion, he allowed himself to do whatever he wanted. 

"Well well well. I didnt think you'd actually turn back up here. I'm shocked you're not dead" The king sighed and didnt even bother looking at the letters. "Laverna" He said, his voice booming. His daughter flinched but it was small enough for no one to notice. "Meet your new guard. You two are familiar yes? Good." He grumbled and rolled his eyes.
Ashley
*Turning around he would thank the person that let him go in front of them before walking over to the princesses side. He was so happy to be back and he was not scared to show it, a wide smile painted on his face. He went behind her mock throne and rested his hand on her shoulder, his hand having the warmth of a bed you had slept in all night and did not want to leave when morning came around. New scars cover his body and he spoke on the softer side as to not interrupt the boring event.* "I will tell you about the deal i made with your father, I do not want you to worry." 

*More people came up bringing gifts and asking things of the king. It was a slow painful and boring time that had kaji pacing around at one point, rubbing Laverna's shoulder as if he was giving a massage just to end up leaned against her throne playing with his flames, having an epic fight scene play out across his body with people made of flame.*

*One might think he was not paying attention but they were wrong, something he learned during his time away is that the best way to win a fight is either making them underestimate you or to make them think you are not paying attention so he was doing a mix of both. His ears listening out for just the smallest sound, that of a blade or an aggressive rustling or uncorking of a bottle, every thing in the room he was listening to.*
Vincent
After another long hour of sitting through every single person's complaints and grievances, Laverna was finally released. One thing that only Kaji would be able to notice is how robotic she has become. Her every action, word, breath, it's all rehearsed. She is void of herself, and any personality she used to have. As the townsfolk and other nobility were released, Laverna began making her way down the stairs from the thrones to exit the throne room though her father stopped her. 

"Laverna" He boomed "Remember, tomorrow is Friday" He reminded blankly. This gave away nothing, and Laverna didn't react either. She just nodded and said "Thank you" Before making her way out of the throne room. She continued down the hallways, Kaji recognized that she was winding them deeper into the castle to have a moment alone. 

When they were finally alone enough, Laverna's face broke out into a beaming smile as she flung her arms around her friend. "I never thought I'd see you again," She said, her voice quiet to not alert anyone else. When she pulled away, she poised herself again and straightened out. "It's nice to meet you Sir Kaji" Laverna said in a more formal tone.
Ashley
He did notice how robotic she was, thinking it was just being here as a princess bored the shit out of her, he followed her when she went to stand and upon the king telling her to remember that tomorrow was friday, Kaji responded with a chipper. "What should i wear for tomorrow? As her guard I need to look the part." He did not know what was up but this was not the girl he remembered, she was the reason he had put himself through that hell and now he found out she was different.*

 *After speaking with the king about what was happening tomorrow he followed the princess deeper into the castle grounds to get away from others. He was thinking in his head about how weird things were and quickly snapped out of it when she turned and threw herself into his arms he smiled and hugged her back with a great big smile on his face.*

"Do not call me sir please i am still the little Kaji you used to make little jokes and make fun of, yet I am not so little anymore. You do not have to throw titles at me alright. If you must then I will deal with it." *His voice soft and graceful, he kept his own volume down as well since she was, he did not know why but if someone is running away from something its not the best idea to stay there, the same way if someone is hiding its best not to announce yourself.*
Vincent
Laverna let another smile slip but you could tell she was trying to control herself. "Alright Kaji, I'm glad you're back. We- We cant really talk here. Or anywhere." She seemed to be looking around. Suddenly, a noble man, one close to her father turned the corner and instantly the princess stepped away from Kaji and her face fell blank again but not before the man caught it. She knew she'd be paying for that tomorrow.

"You do know you can't come with tomorrow yes? My father is very strict on who gets to sit in on our political discussions. Guards gossip as much as the maids at times" She cracked a joke but didnt laugh. Her blue eyes seemed more like a dim grey as she kept her head down and avoided looking directly at Kaji. 

Laverna continued to walk, going to her chambers where hopefully she could be more free. "I'd like to change into one of my lounge dresses, do you mind following?" She asked, knowing he'd follow regardless "This corset is far too tight and this skirt is far too preformative. I need help unlacing it all" She said that portion quieter, more-so talking out loud as though reminding herself to grab a maid for assistance.
Ashley
*Seeing the nobleman is the reason she stepped away he had an idea of what to do tomorrow, it seems he **Would** Need something nice to wear. He smiled at the nobleman with a charming little smile, one he used for nobles and noble women when he had a little scheme and that would be apparent to the princess as well.*

*He stood tall and put his hands behind his back as he nodded at her knowing how strict her father was from personal experience, the king despised him and he despised the king, he was an old man that did not understand the order of the strong that protect the weak and for that Kaji could never like him.*

*Kaji would follow her to her chambers and after hearing her talk about switching dresses he had an idea.* "I do have a way to keep any nosey perves from trying to peek though your keyhole if you would like me to keep your privacy as well." *He was not sure why she mentioned needing help with the laces, if it was so he could help or someone else he was unsure so that is why he gave her another reason.*
Vincent
Laverna smiled at him "Please guard my door, Sir" She said that last bit in a teasing tone only Kaji would catch. She slipped away into her room along with a maid who was waiting outside her door. The maid helped her out of her extravagant pink dress and laced her up in a much more comfortable blue cotton dress. It was as casual as a princess was allowed to get away with, but at the very least this dress didnt have the world's tightest corset. 

While she had the maid in the room, Laverna told her to release her bunches of blonde curls from her up-do, opting for wearing her hair down as it was more comfortable. The amount of pins in her hair was stabbing her head. Once she no longer needed the maid's assistance, she dismissed her and had the main send her new guard in so they could discuss the "Expectations"
Ashley
*Once he was asked to watch over the door he sat against the wall of the hallway her door was on and simply threw up a wall of turbulent flames, no one can see what is on the other side of the wall, him being the only one to know what is on both sides at once. While sitting down he controls the flames to have their temperature be almost cold while he thinks back on the events of the day, and how weird she was acting.*

*Once the maid came out he made a hole in the wall of flames for her to walk through before it closed back up, the flames making a crackling noise to prevent any eavesdropping or pervs from knowing what was going on. Something he held the door open for the princess to see. The flames were loud and cold but if they were walked into major harm would come to the one that did so.*

"Expectations well what do you expect of me my princess?"
Vincent
Laverna looked around the hallway before slamming her door shut, sighing. She pushed her long blonde curls behind her shoulders so they fell down her back before she turned her attention back to Kaji. "You have a *Lot* Of explaining to do" In this moment, she sounded less like a princess and more like Laverna. As she spoke she made her way to the bed before plopping herself in it, sitting criss-cross-applesauce and patting the space next to her for Kaji to join. 

"Where have you been? Why are you back? What is up with that *Deal* And oh my gods I have missed you" She got it all out so Kaji knew exactly what she wanted to know before he said anything. Her eyes were filled with more emotion than she'd felt in the last several years. Her room looked the same, except it was cleaner now. Laverna also looked the same, except she has truly become a young woman, she's far from a child. She hasn't been a child since her father wiped that idea from her brain.
Ashley
"I am glad to hear you missed me, I was told I could not tell you where I was going, looking back now your father wanted me dead. I managed to strike a deal with him, if I could prove no harm can come to you if i am around then i get to be your guard, paid to be by your side at all times. He wanted me dead when he found out about my magic so I convinced him of the use i could have guarding you. I went to the land of the dragons to learn how to use magic like they do, went to learn how to fight with my hands at the best academy i could, and studied magic and dark curses with those that had been doing it for their whole lives."

"Now i really need to know what has happened to you, your so emotionless and blank, its not you anymore. What happened while i was gone? What happened to you?" *He was pleading with her, just point out the danger and he would erase every little speck of it, he had went out and got this strong to protect her. He did not know why he just felt the need to, he thought is was just what friends did.*
Vincent
Lavernas eyebrows scrunched the further he got into his story "So my dad wanted you dead?" She thought for a moment "That checks out, you- you're powerful, I can see why he'd dislike that. I'm so sorry, you had to go through all of that... That's a lot" She gently grabbed his hand, using this gesture to offer her support and care. "I'm very proud of you, and thankful you came back. It means a lot to me Kaji, it does. Your mother is still here, should we visit her later? She oversees the kitchen now and ensures that the new cooks match our tastes" She smiles.
Ashley
*Her sympathy was noticed and he smiled wide at her as his own hand gently grasped. He took notice of her avoidance of his questions and seeing as she never really did it before he assumed she had a good enough reason for it and would not push her about it simply responding.* "Now I am your guard, I will protect you. If you feel like you are in danger, call out, use your magic, I will be there."

"I do have a few things i need to do tomorrow so if i am a bit late getting to your room then just sit tight, my Phoenix will be here to keep you company." *He was cheery and wide smiled trying to keep her spirits up, not knowing what was going on with her, if she did not want to share then he would keep an eye out for something he can do to assist. Moments like these would be all he could give her for now.*
Vincent
Laverna nodded and smiled "I'm sure your phoenix will offer me fantastic protection" She giggled. She then gasped as though she remembered something. She jumped off of her bed and onto her feet, and smiled "Since you've been gone my magic has improved!" She said excitedly. 

Laverna held out her hands and her eyes began subtly glowing green as she pulled up tiny little sprouts that bloomed into different wildflowers from between the tiles in her room. "It's not that strong, but it's something! It's better when I'm *In* The garden because then it's just easier for me to summon, but that's new. And I was proud of it" She seemed a little nervous to show him, Laverna wasn't nearly as powerful as Kaji but the fact that she had any power was a win in her book. Especially because she'd never be allowed to train or exercise her magic.
Ashley
"No way your magic got better? Oh you have to show me." *He smiled and watched intently as the small sprouts made themselves known from under the tiles of the floor. He was pretty sure her magic was tied to her emotions just as his were, and with her having to lock them away he feared she would not get much stronger as long as she had to hide her emotions. Even with all of that training he just remained feeling so hopeless to help her.*

"I am so proud of you Sprout, yeah i think sprout is a fitting name for you." *He sat on her bed watching the flowers and looking around the room glad to be here once more with her, these four walls had listened to so many of their talks and little pranks they had planned over the years. Being back here drove out memories and even a bit of tears.* "Im scared im going to wake up and this will all be a dream."
Vincent
Laverna smiled and jumped back on to the bed. She laid back and sighed once her head hit the pillow. She looked over at Kaji and smiled "It's been so boring since you've been gone. Mom and Dad are no better, I haven't seen my brother for years, I haven't seen my cousin for several more years... There's no life here anymore. I can't stand being here" She ended up venting to him more than she'd intended but it was hard not to when she kept everything to herself for years, and finally she had someone the princess knew she could genuinely trust. "So... Hold on... Let me get this right. You left to go train, just so my father didn't kill you, yes? Like there was no other reason" She was asking to ensure *She* Hadn't been the reason he did everything he did. Laverna would feel horrible putting him through all of that. 

The princess sat herself back up and brushed her blonde curls over one shoulder so she could begin fidgeting and braiding a couple strands. A habit she'd had since she was little. Her bed was giant so she scooted closer to Kaji, their knees touching by the time she finished scooting. Laverna didn't care, Kaji was her best friend, they were affectionate with each other before and it wasn't weird at all.
Ashley
*He sat on the bed and listened to her rant about the state of things since he had been gone and he thanked those above for keeping her safe while he was gone, as well as saying that whatever is up there no longer has to worry about her as he can keep her safe. And he had every intention of doing so..* "Well now i am here the life will return, and hey we can even go outside the castle, maybe even go out to the forest, see how good your magic is out there." *When she asked about clarification for the reason he went out he could read her like a book.* "It is not your fault i went out to get trained, your father wanted to kill me but even then my magic was too powerful i would've killed everyone around including myself, i went out to learn these powers of mine so i could protect those close to me."

*Their knees touched and just like her he thought it was normal, nothing weird about it he smiled and took her hand holding her palm up at the ceiling with his hand under it and fire engulfed her hand going around it in a mesmerizing pattern before coming together to form a small version of Kaji and a much bigger serpentine creature.* "I can tell you tales of my training or i can take you outside of these castle walls."
Vincent
Lavernas smile disappeared when he mentioned leaving the castle. She looked down at her hands and bit her lip. Before she spoke she thought about how to phrase this to make it seem better than it really was. Laverna wasn't allowed to leave the castle or go anywhere unattended in the castle. Her every move needs to be monitored and reported back to the king. "I uhm... I can't leave. I just have so much work here that I have to stay and make sure things go okay" She explained, pitting the blame on herself rather than her father. 

"Tell me tales of your training," She said, laying back down and watching his flames dance around before they took shape. She rested her head in his lap, smiling as she got lost in his stories. It was a nice escape, listening to him. She wasnt allowed recreational reading, it nourished creativity and influenced inspiration so she wasnt allowed to take part in it. She was only allowed to read approved history books about her kingdom. A story that wasnt hers or her kingdom was nice.
Ashley
"You know i am aware that you are not that busy, its alright." *She was laying here with her head calmly on his lap, she was not that busy, and since he did not know the situation well he thought back to the nobleman from before, surely he would know something. As he thought about him and how she seemed a bit spooked, or more aware of her image. He felt a bit of anger swell up within him, and it showed up in his magic, the fire surged at different moments.*

*He continued recounting his tales and the letters her father sent him about the state of things at home, telling him he should give up and let the blade fall upon him, and yet he did not. Great beasts large and small fell to his magic, he battled with dragons and the best of mages, and was left standing. It was not only on the field where he battled for he told a story about a gruesome multiple choice test, oh so fearsome.*
Vincent
Laverna heard a knock on her door and she instantly shot up from where she was sitting. She jumped out of bed and went to answer her door. There stood her father... Once again... And he did not look pleased. "Hello my king" She bowed... To her own father.. "How may I be of service?" She asked, plastering a fake smile on her face.
Frank
The king stood there with an stern look on his face, that turned into displeasure as he saw his daughter respond. "I know hes in there, why is your guard in your chambers?" He asked. The maid reported back to him after helping her dress into a more simple gown. He pushed his way into her room, causing Laverna to stumble back. "Kaji." He growled, glaring at him.
Vincent
After regaining her balance, she stood back up, straight and poised. "F-father- Sorry. My king, we were discussing expectations. Things I require of him as my guard" She said, making up a clean excuse though Kaji being in her bed didn't look good. The princess's face went blank again, and she kept her eyes low.
Frank
"Laverna. He follows my expectations. Do not overstep your rank." He scolded her. "It seems as though Friday's lesson needs to come earlier rather than later. Meet me in my office" He said before storming out of her room.
Vincent
Laverna was silent for a while, not reacting, not flinching, giving away *Nothing*. She inhaled and glanced at Kaji "See? Busy" She offered him a small smile before gathering some books that were on her dresser "Do not follow me. That's an order. These meetings are private." She said before she left. 

Even if Kaji did follow, the room she would enter was soundproofed and locked to those unapproved to enter. The king's personal warlock enchanted it, and it is an enchantment that cannot be undone unless the user undoes it.

**The next day**

All Friday, Laverna was cooped up in her room. Nobody except for one approved maid was allowed in. The warlock had blocked off her room similarly to how he blocked off the king's office. 

In Laverna's room, she was sleeping for most of the day. Her mind and body had been pushed to their limits last night and she'd been exhausted, forced into a long state of sleep to make a full recovery. 

**Friday passes...**
Ashley
*A new day a new start, well for kaji at least. Yesterday had been quite productive with some noble interrogations, that shed a new light on things that involved the princess. The plan had been laid now he just needed to wait. So here he was happy with himself walking back up into the castle with a small wrapped bundle of a sweet desert. Things would be getting better soon whether his plan worked or not after all arson is always an option.*

*It was quite early in the morning at the moment so he hoped he would be the one to wake her up. His footsteps echoing around the empty hallway as he approached her door. He tried to keep a straight face but he was unable to wipe the smile from his face. There would be a small smudge of blood under his chin though it was dry and flaked, a bit of evidence to what he had been up to the day prior. His knock would hopefully stir her awake before he cracked the door and asked if she was decent.*
Vincent
Laverna had been sleeping, it's all she was able to do yesterday, and yet her body needed it. There was one thing that stirred her away. A gentle knock on the door awoke her. She slipped out of bed, readjusted her white satin nightgown, and grabbed a pink satin robe to slip over herself, at least to offer a *Bit* More coverage, though one of the shoulders slipped off of her smaller frame. 

The door opened and you'd see a very sleepy princess, barely able to keep her eyes open, yet she said "Good morning... How may I help you?" She said, not quite processing Kaji there yet. She rubbed her eyes and pushed her mass of blonde curls out of her face, she looked adorable, like you just wanna squeeze her cheeks, but her attire changed her appearance into something else entirely.
Ashley
*There was a bit of silence as he stood there like a fool holding his present for her. The split second for the world seemed to last him an eternity, he was unsure if this was even the same girl he knew back then, of course he knew she was but he still had the creeping thought in his mind.*

"Im sorry i couldn't be here yesterday so i made you your favorite desert, as a sort of apology for not being around. So ill either turn around so you can get dressed or leave the room but come on we have got fun stuff to do today." *He had planned a full day of excitement and a way she could enjoy herself no matter who was around. His fire could be made to be loud and bright, blocking sight and sound from anyone around.*
Vincent
Laverna realized who was at her door and her eyes went wide. She quickly wrapped her robe tightly around herself, using the belt to tie it in place. Once she was somewhat decent, she quickly ushered him inside before closing her door. "Sorry, sorry- I didnt realize you'd be at the door. Typically only the maids come by, never a- a man" She seemed flustered. Her robe was full length and now covered her completely, thankfully. 

She sat down on her bed and looked at what he brought her. She could already smell it, strawberry shortcake. "You didn't have to..." When taking a good look at Laverna, traces of yesterday were able to be spotted through physical signs, but her entire energy seemed to light up when Kaji visited. "I appreciate your gift, I'm sorry i wasnt more active yesterday myself."
Ashley
"Those meetings seem rough, dont worry about it i am here to help you unwind, i had a really nice talk with some gentlemen about how to help you so here we are. So i will take this with me, your going to get dressed and come out into the hallway." *He did not lie one bit to her, he had the talk with a few people that were a part of her fathers court, people that would not be seen again. He interrogated them before hand, a little "Help" In the kitchen is all he needed to do for his plan to succeed.*

*After telling her to get dressed he would open the door once more and leave the room to let her get dressed, his eyes and ears watching down the hallway. He was sure that he would find someone sent by the king keeping an eye on him so today he would make it the best day he could for the little sprout and make sure her father can hear about how much fun his daughter is having.*

*He would be waiting in the hallway with the strawberry shortcake. His plan was to take her to the royal gardens. Talk with her and even give her a hint for how her magic might get stronger.*
Vincent
Laverna giggled and jumped up in excitement when Kaji left her room, trying to contain her joy. Kaji was the only one who had ever been able to make her feel this way. She quickly got dressed in an easy-to-put-on dress, threw her hair into a messy but pretty braid, splashed water in her face, and called herself good. She then made her way out of her room to greet Kaji, smiling at him "Ta-da! How's this?" She asked, twirling around, the blue flowy fabric following her movement. 

"So where are we going?" She asked, walking along with Kaji and wrapping her arms around his arm, her hand holding on to his bicep as though he was leading her. "I'd love to go see the annual flower market, i know it's going on this week but fa- *I* Had too much work and couldn't go," She said, hoping she covered up the slip she just had their with almost outing her father.
Ashley
*He saw her excitement and even heard her rushed getting dressed as he shut the door and stood outside, when the door opened again she was speaking with such energy and vigor he was happy and made a silent little promise to himself, that if ANYTHING ruined that smile today it would be met with the full force of his power, not even ashes would remain.* "Wow that looks... Quite nice on you. I do feel a bit underdressed, lets change that shall we?"

*He raised his hand and moved it across his chest, letting flames extend out and cover his body in a growing manner that was pretty to look at, it would take the form of a nice suit before it would gain solid shape and color, no sign of the fire that was one there.*
Vincent
Laverna looked at him changed and tilted her head, a bit confused until the new outfit was revealed. When he'd changed, she blushed, finding his new attire to be quite attractive but she assumed it was only because Kaji was attractive, not because she was attracted to him specifically. "Well you look dashing" She said, smiling brightly and taking his arm before rushing them out of the castle. Laverna was visibly excited. 

Her heels clicked against the stone floor of the palace as they walked. As they walked, the king stepped in front of them and Laverna flinched, hiding behind Kaji a bit.
Frank
The king looked confused "And where do you think you're going?" He asked, crossing his arms, and staring at both of them.
Daniel
*It was then that something snapped inside of Kaji not only him but his Phoenix also took notice at it. In a manner similar to that of an explosion fire burst from Kaji as he reached out his free arm and through the flame that was covering it one would see talons that resembled that of a particular bird, the talons taking place of his hand as he reached forward and grabbed the kings face in a raging manner. Kajis eyes filled with flame, his hair even lighting on fire. Right now the hall was being bathed in fire and raging heat, the only place safe was her. Everywhere else was being consumed by the flame or heat, the kings face being marked with a burn on his cheek, his seared flesh being quite a clear warning.* "I know what you have done... This is your only warning." *Kaji still big mad*
Vincent
Laverna watched as her father's eyes went wide, he stumbled away from Kaji, before getting up and running away. That was the most cowardly Laverna had ever seen her father, and the most angry Verna had ever seen Kaji. She placed her hand on Kaji's arm, getting his attention "You... You know? Know what...?" She said, looking a little scared, not of him, but embarrassed that someone might know what she's had to endure, hoping it wasnt that. 

However, part of Laverna's heart felt full at the fact that someone was willing to protect her, be there for her. She looked down, trying to hide the small smile that she allowed to creep onto her face, conflicted between being sad and happy.
Daniel
*He was enraged, even as the king ran away like a coward Kaji stood there engorging the area in fire, giving the king a look he would fear eyes filled with flame. A scowl that could kill, and then there was the clear intent to kill, not like a fake or minor i need to kill you to eat but a rage that burned hotter then his flames. Only for it all to come retreating back into him, the flames dissipating in a ploom of magic.*

"Look i am sorry, i went looking around and found guys that worked with your father. I am here now." *He paused just before saying the last three words, giving them a bit more of an impact as he wrapped his arms around her. His scent matched that of a campfire.* "I would burn the world before you get hurt again."
Ashley
"That is not an empty promise"
Vincent
Laverna looked up at him and nodded, gulping. She kinda of wanted to duck her head down, go hide back into her room, but she told herself that if anyone was to know, Kaji was the person. "O-okay. Thank you" She continued leading their way out of the castle, suddenly her steps were filled with a newfound confidence. She glanced over her shoulder at Kaji and took his hand, trying to signal that despite her initial hesitance, she was okay, they were okay, and she was just being quiet.

Countless people gave them confused and odd looks, but Laverna ignored them and pushed the castle doors open, a bright smile covering her face as the sun shone down on them. "UGH Finally! I can breathe!" She said before running outside and twirling in the sunlight.
Ashley
*He followed her out of the castle, people moved out of their way and even the guards moved the moment they stepped in the hall. The king had ran away with a burn mark and the only one crazy enough to do that was Kaji. Yet he seemed calm now, doing his duty he kept her safe watching as she ran out into the front of the castle he did not notice the smile creeping on his face.*

*The sky had clouds yet it seemed the moment she stepped out the clouds parted and let a ray of sunshine beam down onto her amazing joyus form. If he did not have a reason before hand to go through what he went through to protect her then this sight alone would be enough. He would go through all of that again. Thats what a friend would do right?*

*After the almost magical moment he would walk forward and smile. Taking her arm in his own.* "Is there something you would like to do first?"
Vincent
Laverna glowed in the sunlight, her blonde hair cascading like strands of gold around her face. She bounded ahead of Kaji, knowing she was safe under his watch even if she sped a couple steps ahead of him. She finally gave him a chance to catch up, the blue fabrics from her dress flowing in the subtle breeze. "Do you remember that bakery I used to talk about trying as a kid? We used to order pastries from there for special events" She said, looking up at Kaji "Could we... Maybe see if we can go there? I want to meet the baker personally and see her space. I feel like I owe her my childhood for her amazing sweets" 

Laverna took Kaji's hand, but not in a leading way, just as a way to walk side by side with him. "There's also the public market, I think, hopefully, they're close to each other" She rambled on, yapping and yapping as they walked together. As they entered town, her face lit up with joy the same way that the town was buzzing with life.
Ashley
*Stuck in the image of her being happy out in the world he just stood and admired it for a moment. Stepping forward he held her hand in his listening to the things she wanted to do and simply smiled as he led the way. While they were walking it would appear that kaji had not been the only one to see her happy jaunting about. They were on their way to the bakery when they come upon a few market stalls filled with pretty gems and books. The merchants were calling out to the two trying to get their patronage.*

"We could check them out or just keep going."

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Vincent
Laverna nodded and walked up to the stand "Hello sir" She was polite, humble, far from what you'd expect from the royal family. "Quite the stand you've got here, do you make these yourself?" She asked. The men stand was filled with beautifully decorated daggers of all shapes and sizes, some heavy, some light, there was at least one dagger meant for every person, even if it was just a decoration. 

"They're very beautiful" She very patiently listened to the man explain each dagger, some could be infused with magic, what each gem meant, reverse grip versus forward grip, everything under the sun. "Wonderful, I appreciate the time you took to explain them." The man also directed her to necklaces he mentioned that his wife made that helped one enhance their magical abilities, *That* Intrigued Laverna.