Laverne
*Ale, being freed, would quickly move his hand back, targeting the other vine with another lightning strike... His arm had nasty cuts in them, but they were mostly not too deep as his dublet was quite thick and squishy. Not including the Aketon which added more depth to his... Well... Thiccness. 

His leg on the other hand... Would need some severe healing honestly. It was way too painful to use and... Well, he was bleeding nastily from it. He'd definitely need a healer if he doesn't bleed out first!*

```Electric Bolt Used! 75/120 Mana``` 

*He was practically groaning in pain as everything happened. It was quite a painful situation honestly*
Amber
*Ale is able to kill the vine, but not before it cut even deeper into his limbs. Kaisa would be able to shoot her flaming barrage to the slinger and kill it. These vines are no joke, they get stronger and stronger each and everytime you fight them, it's a wonder that this beast isn't the dominant species of the planet. All enemies in the area has been defeated, luckily, so you can either go back, or go further in to get more kills.*
Julie
*She runs over to him, inspecting his wounds. Shit. His arm has a bad cut, and his leg is even worse. She'll have to help him walk back. They probably shouldn't continue, otherwise Ale could get even more injured*
Bernard
"We should head back. You're hurt."
Jonathan
"I'm fine, we can continue. Nothing too serious I think just... A bit pai-"
Laverne
*He'd stop, immediately seizing in pain as he tried to move his leg... It was pretty sliced up. A healer could fix it... But it'd probably leave a nasty scar. Unless I'm severely underestimating the power of healers. 

He'd look up at her, giving a small... Well, forced smile. He didn't want to worry her too much but... He was pretty sure that... She'd probably have to help him back*
Jonathan
"Nevermind... I don't think I can walk... Nor stand up"
Bernard
"We're definitely going back. I'm helping you there."
Julie
*She pulls him up to his feet. She's not sure if she should carry him back or simply have him hop on one leg*
Bernard
"Now, can you hop? Or do you need to be carried? Answer truthfully, I don't want you to get even more hurt."
Amber
**Quest Complete**
1700 silver each
1PP each
1 Bongo of Summoning Vine each
Jonathan
"Flattered you care about me so much. I think I can walk myself if it's too much of an inconvenience... Though, I somewhat am skeptical if hopping too much would be a good idea, assuming my leg looks like the holes on a Great Helm"
Laverne
*He said, staring at his... Well, bow and arrows on the ground. He'll need some help picking those up. He was practically pulled up into her. Very very close proximity. He was right up to her face. 

He honestly didn't care about this. He just needed her for support! Outside of this situation, with his newly found curiosity of Kaisa, he'd probably turn red like blood!*
Jonathan
"Sorry if we're too close. Can't really help it."
Bernard
"I-it's fine. I'll carry you then. Oh, the bow and arrows."
Julie
*She gently set him down, picked up the bow and arrows, and placed them on his back and quiver. She scooped him up after a bit of struggling. He was heavy for her, fortunately she wasn't a pushover either.*
Bernard
"Oof! You're heavier than I thought. Hold on."
Jonathan
"I'll be sure to lose some weight for the next time this situation arises. I think I can support myself with my scabbard. I'll just need some support"

*He said, unhooking his sword scabbard and well... Using it as something like a crutch. It was pretty strong so of course it'd survive the journey. He can always deal with the pain*
Laverne
```What will come out of this relationship? To be continued in the next episode of Ale Ale's Bizarre Adventures!```
Julie
*They finally got to the city. Claimed their gold, now they just needed to get to a healer. Kaisa was getting a little tired, but she was fine considering Ale was far worse.*
Bernard
"We need to get you patched up somewhere. That leg cut is deep."
Jonathan
"I suppose. Are you sure you can continue carrying me? You very well might have gotten very tired on the way here... Wouldn't want to excessively overwork you"

*He said, probably holding onto Kaisa by the shoulders. For someone his height, he was somewhat light! But then again, that really... Doesn't matter. His armour and equipment didn't make it any better*
Bernard
"I probably won't be carrying you much longer. Depends on how long it takes to find a healer. Do you think that building has one?"
Julie
*She pointed towards a small building. It had a scepter with two snakes intertwined on the front. It looked clean, and pretty much everything a medieval doctor would have. Except leeches. No leeches.*
Jonathan
"I hope there is. I'm paying for my medical fees though! Didn't want to burden you with both having to carry me this far and paying for my injuries."

*He said, nodding behind her. He looked at the building's symbol. Looked rather sketch, but it looked pretty okay. What's the worst that can happen?*

"It honestly probably does"
Bernard
"Alright. Let's go"
Julie
*Once they entered the building, they found an older woman, probably in her 70's, pretty rare in this timeline. She would look at them, adjusting the glasses on her head.*

"Oh dear! Some trouble you guys have gotten in! Set him down here, honey, I'll patch him up real quick."

*Kaisa would be breathing hard and sounding tired as she carefully set Ale on the table. The old woman rolled up her sleeves, and placed her hand near Ale's leg. A yellow glow emitted from her hand, and Ale's wound began to close. After it was healed, she moved on to his arm*
Jonathan
*Having had this done to him before... He really didn't have much of a reaction. He only really just well... Moved his newly healed leg and soon hand if it was healed. He was going to need to change to a different pair of trousers!* 

"That feels much better. Less leg pain and more feeling in my hand"
Julie
*The old woman would chuckle.* "It's nothing, sugar. Young people like you get hurt all the time! Better change your trousers soon, otherwise vampires may go for you!" *She chuckled more.* "I'm joking, I have nothing against vampires. They're difficult to heal though, need blood to do so. Anyway, it's good to see you taking hits for that lovely girl over there. Such a wonderful partnership. The cost will be 75 silver. Pretty cheap considering your gear."
Jonathan
*He fished out 2 gold instead of the 75 silver. He wanted to make sure òcha was comfortable with life. He was very thankful that someone like her was around in this world to heal him*

"Ah please take the rest of these for your comfort. It's somewhat like a tip, òcha. (Pronounced like ocha) I'm very thankful for you being here to help people!"

*He said, standing up. His horse was probably still back at the stable. He'd need to reclaim it. He looked at Kaisa, giving her a playful wink for... An interesting, yet unknown reason*
Julie
"Oh, don't be so generous! You'll end up giving all your money away! Unless it's for that girl over there." *She would lean in and whisper.* "She's a keeper, I tell you." *She leaned back* "Anyway, I don't need so much gold. I'm practically retired! I only do this for the actual work." *She took one gold coin and slid the other over to him.* "Now go on! More adventure for young ones like you! Have a safe trip!"

*Kaisa would slightly blush at the lady's comment. Unknown to her, senses were amplified in the dark, this included. She would blush even more as she leaned to tell Ale "She's a keeper". What did that mean??!! Her face finally became its reddest when Ale winked at her playfully. She had no idea what was going on. Hopefully they would just return to the stable and get his horse without too much trouble*
Jonathan
"No no I insist! If you won't take this gold, at least keep it for the next person who comes in. Not everyone has enough money to pay for injuries..."

*He said, nodding. He was pretty good at hiding his expressions. Usually. He was more just trying to be a nice person at the current moment. He really did intend to give the 2 gold though. ~~mostly because I cannot be bothered to change his update~~*
Julie
"Oh well. At least I can help others. At the very least if no one comes in I can give it to my grandson. Handsome, that boy, just like you! Anyway, safe trip you too"
Jonathan
"Thank you again. I'll be sure to come back if I need anything!"

*He said, standing up to face Kaisa. He gestured to ask, "Shall we go?" He wanted to do something. He wanted to do something strange but... Overall harmless*
Julie
*Kaisa would be a bright tomato red, attempting to hide it by slightly playing with her hair and having it cover her face. It did absolutely nothing*
Bernard
"Su-sure! Where are we going?"
Julie
*She could still walk, now that she wasn't carrying a person. It was still dark, but she wasn't sure how long it was until the sun came up*
Jonathan
"Well first, let's head to the stable yeah? Kinda embarrassing to walk around with trousers that look like they've been through a pit full of razor sharp vines"

*He said, studying her face. Bright red. Very VERY bright red. He wanted to give her a pat. He didn't because she already seemed like she was about to explode!*
Bernard
"Ye-yeah! Let's go do that."
Julie
*She would turn and walk out so that she was facing away from Ale, walking quickly. 'WHAT THE FUCK WAS HAPPENING RIGHT NOW?', she thought. Her face was bright red, flushed, her heart was beating, palms shaking slightly. 'Just get to the stable now',she told herself*
Jonathan
*He quickly went ahead of her, slamming his hand onto a stone wall. It made a very precise and well... Percussive don sound. It was basically the Japanese Kabedon! Hand on the wall and well... Approaching the girl

After he accomplished this, practically stopping Kaisa, he got a bit closer to Kaisa, close enough that it'd almost be mistakened as a kiss. But of course, Ale is not like that yet! He got close, staring her in the eyes, straight faced, whispering*

"You're a unique girl Kaisa. I wouldn't be surprised if I really did want to keep you forever. But of course, both of us being adventurers, that wouldn't really be possible" 

*He was still placing his left hand on the wall, keeping it close and personal to Kaisa*
Bernard
"Uh-eh-uh-wha..."
*Kaisa would start to panic even more. What was happening? Had Ale just admitted his love for her? She tried to speak, her words jumbled up, her heart beating faster and faster, then eventually fainting.*
Jonathan
"Woah woah woah there Kaisa. Didn't mean to make you pass out!"

*He said, catching her by the shoulders to well... Not let her fall. He took off his dublet whilst holding Kaisa up, covering her as he... Practically princess carries her back to the stable. Warm! 

Think of this like him paying her back for carrying him. But in this case, he was pretty much fine with carrying her. She wasn't TOO heavy for him* 

"Sorry for frightening you..."
Julie
*Kaisa would look up to him, now in his arms. Her eyes would be half closed, but her violet irises would still be visible. They would meet with Ale's bright blue ones, like a clear lake. She would be breathing more slowly now, her face obviously still red, her breath can be seen in the cool night air.*
Bernard
"Ale... Move me closer"
Jonathan
"Uhhh... Aye can do"

*He said, pulling Kaisa closer. At this point, she was probably facing him completely as he was practically giving her a horizontal hug!*
Julie
*Kaisa would look deep into his eyes. Just like a clear lake. Beautiful. Her own sparkled with the reflection of the full moon. She wrapped her arm around his neck and quickly brought his head closer, and kissed him long and deep. Probably not the best since she's never done it before, but she's trying.*
Laverne
*As she kissed him, he stopped, unsure what had occured. He took a moment, probably doing some intense ass mathematics in his mind and came to the conclusion he has recieved a kiss. 

His face immediately turned red, but he didn't have the ability to pull away... He didn't want to pull away. He quite likes this, so he just returned the kiss. So this is what being inter- rather... Now he felt like he was in love. It was like all those years ago with her lover on the cliff side!*
Julie
*Kaisa deepens the kiss, pulling him into her more. Was this love? Was this what love felt like? Feeling your heart melt for someone, unable to take yourself away from them? That's what Kaisa felt, the only reason for pulling away after about half a minute is that she's running out of air. She pulls away, gasping for breath, staring into Ale's eyes.*
Bernard
"I-is this what it feels like? Love"
Jonathan
"I'd say so... But.. Uhhhh... Kaisa... Do you think we could..."

*He was lost for words. He was completely red. Like Kaisa had never seen him this red. He's definitely going to have this engrained into his head for a long time.

He decided to just rest his head on hers. He didn't know what to say. He didn't want to really say something. But he felt as if this was wrong... They didn't know each other much at all.*
Bernard
"Ma-maybe we should do this somewhere else. It's night, but also in the middle of the street. Maybe find somewhere?"
Julie
*She would have asked that he put her down, except that she didn't want him to put her down. They really should find someplace private, they didn't want someone walking out and seeing them. She didn't really know what to think, they had only known each other for a little over a week. 'Stop it now, find somewhere to settle first'*
Jonathan
"Yeah... I think... We can stay in the Stable for the night... Doubt the Stable Hand would be there at this time."

*He didn't exactly put her down... He didn't think she was stable yet. And yes, thet should find a place, which was private. He would first think... Well, "I didn't... Think it was... Well... What it was now. Gosh so I'm meant to be with her. But... It's only been a week. Is this a good idea?"

He started to walk yet again, red still face and well... As gentle as he could ever be*
Bernard
"You said you want to keep me forever, but that it's not possible. Well, let's make it possible. I want to be with you as long as I'm alive!"
Julie
*Silence hung in the air. Pleading purple eyes met bright blue ones. She could fall forever looking into them. She never wanted to be away from him, they had only been together for a week and yet they had done so much! Well, he did a lot for her.*
Bernard
"When I first met you, I was broken. You helped build me back up. You've taken care of me, sheltered me, even making sure I was fed. Hell, we've slept together! Although that was when I wasn't thinking quite straight." *She chuckled slightly* "For this, I want to stay with you. I want to go on adventures with you, run, laugh, help others, find treasure with you. Please tell me you want the same."
Jonathan
*Ale stopped in his tracks. His "Confession" Wasn't exactly a confession... He wanted to say he had a crush on her... But he didn't know what word to use. He didn't even know a that time that it wasn't a crush, rather a longing for someone.* 

"Kaisa, I **Was** A broken man. I've lost the person I've loved dear. I've lost what I could call a family, a home, and even... Well, what could be called feeling. I feel like you've been slowly fixing me as we went along. I tried not to show it as I felt that you would worry about a person like me. So... I need you in my life because... Well, you keep my mind in the light. It is said that vampires are evil creatures... But if you were evil, I'd still love you the same" 

*He looked like he was about to cry.. But well, he forced it back because running water hurts Kaisa. He didn't want to hurt her. It was the wrong time to do so* 

"I want to stay with you too... Adventures and treasure. All of it if it keeps you and me together"
Bernard
"Then lets stay together. We should get to the stable though. We can express our love more easily there"
Julie
*Kaisa almost kisses him again, but they really needed to get to the stable. She would kiss him there. A lot. Her heart would beat faster, as emotions happily swirled in there, her eyes no longer aware of the world around them, only Ale.*
Jonathan
"I'm curious as to what you mean with... Express our love more easily there? But were pretty much there"

*He said, approaching the stable... He pushed the fence open, walking through, then closing it. AmaAma is laying on the floor in one of the pens, sleeping. His stuff was all still there... And well, it looked perfectly fine for "Expressing their love" Whatever that means*
Julie
*As if on cue, Kaisa kisses him again. More passionately, much more actually, this time. Her arms are wrapped around Ale, feeling his warmth. Kaisa's much warmer than normal, and Ale would be able to feel the heat radiate off of her. She's not letting go, not that Ale would want to*
Laverne
*Ale returned the favour, sitting down by one of the non-wooden walls, giving her the most passionate hug and kiss he could. He wasn't good at kissing, but he was trying. AmaAma wouldn't... Y'know do anything. AmaAma is just a cool horsy that helps Kaisa and Ale get places. 

At this point, Ale decided... Hey, wall isn't good idea, let's just go on the floor. As if he was about to run out of air (he was actually breathing through his nose) pushed, rather moved the both of them to the floor, Ale on top and Kaisa on the bottom. He didn't know WHY he did this, but it felt natural*
Julie
*Whoop! They went to the floor. Normally, Kaisa hated being in this position, being vulnerable, but she enjoyed this with Ale, opening herself up to him. She kissed him even more, hugging him close to her, her legs bending and coming closer, then wrapping themselves around his waist. It just felt so GOOD, she couldn't have stopped if she wanted to as ecstasy ran through her veins*

**TIMESKIP**
*The time was morning. The sun was shining bright, but Kaisa and Ale were in the stable, sleeping. Ale was also on top of Kaisa, the two with ruffled clothing, Ale's hands in Kaisa's shirt, resting near her lower ribs, and the other wrapped around her waist. Their heads would be resting near each other, Kaisa's hair flowing on the floor. Ale would wake up first*
Jonathan
*Ale awoke to find them well... Being morning. It was about time they made a move on. Wonder what they missed during their thing. He stood up, tightening his top and well... Quickly and discreetly changed his trousers to one that wasn't completely wrecked. 

Of course, before this, he made sure he... Gently removes his hands from Kaisa. He blushed at what happened last night. That was... Definitely something. He will protect Kaisa the best he can! 

Anyways, he softly nudged Kaisa awake. He had stuffed his dublet and other things into his saddle bags, only really wearing his ghillies, trews, and jack boots. Perfect afternoon stroll clothing.

Wonder what they did last night that got them into the position they were in* 

"Kaisa, it's morning... Be careful, the sun is out"
Bernard
"Mmmmhhh..."
*She had awaken. Her hair wild, shirt ruffled. She could still feel the warmth from Ale's hand on her side. Last night felt good, probably the best she had ever felt before her parents had passed. This one was different though. More personal, loving, and definitely not a part of childhood. No specifics*

"It's day already? But the night went by so fast.."
Jonathan
"Yeah it was a lot of... Well fun! But we can do that another time. I think it's time for us to bid farewell to this city and get to exploring."

*He said, nudging AmaAma to wake up. Annoyed Neigh, but she got up. Good girl. They should really get up. He had already took out his plaid so Kaisa could use it as a hood... Again!* 

"Quite a wild night..." 

*He chuckled awkwardly. He thinks that's just what happens when emotions take hold of you*
Bernard
"It was. We should get back to work. We can always do it again"

*She took the plaid to once again use it as a cloak, then kissing Ale once again. It was a quick one, but loving nonetheless.*

"Now, where off to?"
Jonathan
"When was the last time you ate? I think we should deal with out food problem first so... To the forest. After that, I don't know. I was thinking maybe making a house purchase! Or... Just building another pit house. Like the one at the beach! Just... A bit more permanent" 

*He said, giving her a smile. He found love. He hopes this develops further, more passionate, and more deep. But at the current moment, they were just testing the waters. Last night was a unique moment. Somewhat like a splash in the pool, but taking it slowly would be better... Though... Ale isn't sure how slow Kaisa and he can handle*
Bernard
"I think I should be fine. Probably should go hunting just in case. A house... Just make sure it isn't wooden."

*A smile would plaster Kaisa's face, her face marks curving as she thought about them. Them. That was nice to say. She wanted to dive deep into this relationship one day. Maybe one day have a family, like how she was. 'Ale would probably like one too, after all, he had said that he once had one too. Stop that,' she told herself. Don't rush this. Take the time to enjoy this. Maybe they could do it again tonight.*
Jonathan
"Doubt it'd be wooder. Maybe I might use wooder rods to make some supports, but it'd most likely be packed dirt and rock! Actually, since I already have a lot of gold in the bank, I think I can invest in some more... Well, more elegant building materials. But nothing is stopping us from building what we need for it. It is of course, going to be our home... Right?" 

*He said, wrapping his arm around her waist as he waves his hand slowly in front of him, as if unveiling a map. The house wasn't probably going to be too big. It'd probably have enough space for equipment and the such. Maybe enough for 5 people to live comfortably, but it'd be nothing like mansions. 

He hopes he can make it cozy and nice for Kaisa. Maybe a nice table for his literature... And maybe a nice bed devoid of wood! What would the bed be made of... Metal? Metal and straw? He doesn't know... But he'll make it work if it's for Kaisa*