A Novice's Journey (1 on 1 for Shantee and slavemarkira)
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				Title: <strong>A Novice's Journey (1 on 1 for Shantee and slavemarkira) </strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>slavemarkira</strong> on <strong>28-12-2005, 04:28:49</strong>
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				Brother Rhys had managed, late in life, to find some peace.&nbsp; Some balance.&nbsp; He had spent his life as a soldier.&nbsp; Fought in the Crusades, then worked as a mercenary.&nbsp; He had met Abbott Eluric, and been so impressed with the bravery and piety of him that he felt a calling.&nbsp; He put aside the sword and took up the cowl.&nbsp; He found the company of brothers, the peace of labor and prayer and reflection.<br><br>He had found another trade, as well.&nbsp; He had always had an interest in herbs, much of his lore learned during the travels in the Holy Lands.&nbsp; He found that with the knowledge he could gain from the ancient texts at the monastery, that he could use herbs for healing and health, and in a few years he became the monastery's herbalist. <br><br>Because of his life 'in the world' he was unusual in a Benedictine community that was primarily composed of people who came in as young men, or even others dedicated as babies or children.&nbsp; He knew of the world beyond, and it made him different.&nbsp; So the solitude of his little herb-shack where he dried herbs and brewed his remedies was a welcome refuge from time to time. <br><br>A refuge he would no longer have alone.&nbsp; His cures were so in demand, both inside the monastery and without, that Abbott Eluric deemed that Brother Rhys needed an assistant.&nbsp; One of the new novices was to be assigned, and Brother Rhys sat placidly, stirring an ointment over light heat to make the ground herbs release their healing powers.&nbsp; Waiting for the arrival of the young novice. <br>
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				Title: <strong>Re: A Novice's Journey (1 on 1 for Shantee and slavemarkira) </strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Shantee</strong> on <strong>28-12-2005, 04:56:48</strong>
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				Johnathen was a young novice and had only just recently came to be one because his father for some reason thought he was going to overthrow his older brother for the inheritance he was going to get. He actually never wanted it, he would rather not have to deal with such things, and found that being here learning to be a Monk was just what he was looking for. He enjoyed reading, writing, learning Latin, and praying quite alot. So he wasn't to upset when his father sent him here.<br><br>He looked to be around 16-18,&nbsp; 5"4 rather short for his age, jet black hair, and dark brown eyes. He wasn't exactly frail but he was skinny, though the muscle he had showed he wasn't at all lazy. He had been walking for a while when finally he saw the Shack in the distance he was told to go to for his training and to help Brother Rhys. He had never met him before, hopping he was nice, and not some mean old man who looked like he was about to bite your head off for just moving wrong.<br><br>He had only recently came here but he learned rather fast, what to do, and what not to do... The basic rules and some other things he covered the first day he came. <br><br>He finally reached the shack, walking up to the door, and gave a light knock on the door. He waited paciently at the door for it to be answered, not sure if he should say something to announce it was him, and or speak out Brother Rhys name to get his attention. He was rather nervous.
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				Title: <strong>Re: A Novice's Journey (1 on 1 for Shantee and slavemarkira) </strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>slavemarkira</strong> on <strong>28-12-2005, 05:04:39</strong>
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				Brother Rhys heard the knock on the door.&nbsp; "Come in,"&nbsp; he called.&nbsp; "The door is unlatched."&nbsp; Brother Rhys back is to the door.&nbsp; <br><br>So as Brother Jonathan opens the door, what he sees in a warm, dimly-lit one-room shack.&nbsp; There are racks and racks of drying herb hanging from the ceiling.&nbsp; There is a table with all sorts of bowls and vials and tools and utensils on it.&nbsp; There is a fireplace, where Brother Rhys is sitting on a stool, stirring a sweet-smelling ointment in a large cast-iron pot.&nbsp; There are shelves of vials and bottles and flasks and so forth.&nbsp; And there is a sturdy cot in the corner.&nbsp; <br><br>From behind Brother Jonathan can see a man probably not much taller than himself, with the bald tonsure spot of a full Brother and whitish-blonde hair.&nbsp; A fit but older man.&nbsp; 
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				Post by: <strong>Shantee</strong> on <strong>28-12-2005, 05:24:12</strong>
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				He smiled as he was quite glad he was actually in the house and he didn't have to wait outside or try finding him around this place.<br><br>He opened the door, walking inside slowly, careful to not run into anything that might be in the way being he didn't know the layout of the shack yet, and closed the door behind him gently. "Brother Rhys good eavning.. My Name is Johnathen, I am the Novice they told you about sir." He stated as respectfully as he could, wanting to make a good impression, and stay on his good side if there was one.<br><br>He held his pack on his back tightly to keep himself calm and to keep it from falling to the ground. It contained all the books he might need, paper for notes, and other things.
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				Post by: <strong>slavemarkira</strong> on <strong>28-12-2005, 05:30:23</strong>
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				"Brother Jonathan.&nbsp; Good.&nbsp; You can make yourself useful and pour us both a cup of wine.&nbsp; I'm parched from tending this ointment, and no doubt you could use the refreshment.&nbsp; There's a black flask of wine on the table, and some cups near it.&nbsp; And there's no need to call me Sir.&nbsp; I am a Brother, same as you.&nbsp; You may call me Brother Rhys, or simply Brother."&nbsp; <br><br>Brother Rhys kept stirring the ointment.&nbsp; It wouldn't be long before he could pull it off to cool.&nbsp; 
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				Title: <strong>Re: A Novice's Journey (1 on 1 for Shantee and slavemarkira) </strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Shantee</strong> on <strong>28-12-2005, 05:38:01</strong>
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				He nodded and quickly did as told. He walked over to the table after setting his pack out of the way, taking two cups, poring some wine into each, and took the glasses to the table Brother Rhys was sitting at holding it out carefully to him. "Sorry it's a habbit I am trying to break Brother Rhys." He stated softly. <br><br>He stood out of the way, not sure if he should sit or not, obviously nervous, and he was trying to hide it. "So Brother Rhys... what are you making that smells so sweet?" He asked curiously, wanting to know what he was making, and maybe learn something from him. He didn't seem like a mean man so far so he relaxed a little bit.
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				Post by: <strong>slavemarkira</strong> on <strong>28-12-2005, 05:44:07</strong>
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				"It's a preparation of boneset.&nbsp; I sweeten it with chamomile.&nbsp; People seem to do better when the medicines are fragrant.&nbsp; I'm sure there must be some lesson there on beauty."&nbsp; Brother Rhys smiled over at Brother Jonathan.&nbsp; "Boneset is good for sprains as well as helping to ease the pain of healed fractures, when in ointment like this." <br><br>He took a sip of the wine.&nbsp; "So what brings you to this calling?" 
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				Title: <strong>Re: A Novice's Journey (1 on 1 for Shantee and slavemarkira) </strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Shantee</strong> on <strong>28-12-2005, 05:56:03</strong>
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				He nodded as he listened carefully to what the older Monk had to say and seemed extreemly interested in it. "I see..." He then glanced up as if shocked at the question and smiled. <br><br>"Well the reason I am here is because my father thought I was after my older brothers inheritance... no idea why he thought that... But he sent me here...&nbsp; If he had not of done that though I wouldn't have figured out my calling. I Like it here it's quiet, peaceful, everyone gets along, I can read as much as I like about the subjects I enjoy, work, and I get to pray without being disturbed." He stated with a smile.. Obviously taking to the life of a Monk amazingly smooth.
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				Title: <strong>Re: A Novice's Journey (1 on 1 for Shantee and slavemarkira) </strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>slavemarkira</strong> on <strong>28-12-2005, 06:01:56</strong>
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				Brother Rhys nodded.&nbsp; "The Church is often a second home to second sons of nobility.&nbsp; Although most second sons become priests.&nbsp; It's a surer path to something approaching temporal power.&nbsp; It's heartening that monastic life seems to suit you.&nbsp; So you have no problem with surrendering the comforts of a noble life?&nbsp; Of losing property and the possibility of a wife and children?" 
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				Post by: <strong>Shantee</strong> on <strong>28-12-2005, 06:12:56</strong>
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				He sipped at the wine lightly, savoring the taste, and never really had been to fond of wines and anything containing Alcohal...<br><br>"I feel no need for power and the comforts of a noble life are rather dull if you think about it... What is the good of having money if you can not use it to help others who need it more then you? Property is just land, ground, and something I walk over every day... I have watched my family and their relationships with their wifes of husbands...&nbsp; It doesn't seem to be the thing for me... I would rather have my nose in the Lords word then chase after a lady all day. I guess I just feel it's a waist of time that could be spent better on other things..." He stated softly.. hopping he stated that all right and he wouldn't take it wrong. "I do like Children but there are so many already who don't have homes. I feel we should take in the ones who need parents instead of making more... their all gifts and they should be taken care of."
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				Title: <strong>Re: A Novice's Journey (1 on 1 for Shantee and slavemarkira) </strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>slavemarkira</strong> on <strong>28-12-2005, 08:33:18</strong>
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				Brother Rhys nodded.&nbsp; "Well you'll hear my history from the other Brothers soon enough, so I may as well tell you now.&nbsp; I came late to the cowl.&nbsp; I spent my life as a soldier.&nbsp; I took many lives.&nbsp; It is a privilege, now to be able to save them.&nbsp; To give ease to the sick and the injured.&nbsp; I was long in the world, and *of* it.&nbsp; I knew the company of women, though I never married."&nbsp; And of men, too, he thought to himself, though he did not say so aloud.&nbsp; "My calling came late.&nbsp; But it suits me well enough.&nbsp; I agree with you about children.&nbsp; The abbey here takes in as many foundlings as they can, raises them in the life." <br><br>He swung the arm that held the pot above the fire.&nbsp; "Here, grab those rags there. Help me lift the post.&nbsp; We must pour in into that earthen container to cool and thicken."&nbsp; &nbsp;
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				Title: <strong>Re: A Novice's Journey (1 on 1 for Shantee and slavemarkira) </strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Shantee</strong> on <strong>28-12-2005, 08:40:20</strong>
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				He seemed to always listen intently to what he had to say, never giving a foul face, or even a foul word about what he said about his life. " It is nice to have you with us, I never knew they would accept anyone that old... of course I didn't know much about it before I came here. Better late then Never right?" He smiled kindly at Brother Rhys. "Alright." <br><br>He quickly got up, snatching up the rags he pointed out, and went over to the post to help him lift it. Moving with him towards the Earthen container to pour in the concoction into it. "Brother Rhys I was curious where I was going to sleep being there is only one bed... I did bring enough blankets I could sleep on the floor if needed." Obviously quite down to earth, easily pleased, and willing to sleep on the floor or even outside if he had to.
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				Post by: <strong>slavemarkira</strong> on <strong>28-12-2005, 08:53:55</strong>
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				"We seldom have to sleep in here.&nbsp; But sometimes there will be preparations cooking that need to be tended through the night.&nbsp; No, we sleep in the dormitories, with the rest.&nbsp; I'm sure Prior Jerome will have a bed assigned to you.&nbsp; If we tend something all night, we alternate.&nbsp; One sleeps, the other watches the preparation."&nbsp; &nbsp;Brother Rhys took a screen of cheesecloth stretched over a wooden frame and pulled it through the liquid, removing most of the now useless leaves and stems in it.&nbsp; &nbsp;
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				Title: <strong>Re: A Novice's Journey (1 on 1 for Shantee and slavemarkira) </strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Shantee</strong> on <strong>28-12-2005, 09:03:11</strong>
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				"Oh alright, they didn't exactly explain the situation to me fully... that explains alot heh. Guess&nbsp; I carried all this for nothing..." He chuckled softly. "Is there anything else you want me to do?" He asked, wanting to help, and not wanting to stand idlle by while Brother Rhys worked away.
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				Post by: <strong>slavemarkira</strong> on <strong>28-12-2005, 09:10:11</strong>
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				"At the moment?&nbsp; No.&nbsp; But you and I *will* be here tonight.&nbsp; If you brought extra blankets, you might as well put them on the bed." <br><br>
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				Post by: <strong>Shantee</strong> on <strong>28-12-2005, 09:12:27</strong>
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				"Alright." He walked over and quickly unpacked the blankets from his pack he carried. Folding them up neatly and set them on the end of the bed. "So what will you be making tonight? More Boneset?" He asked curiously.
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				Post by: <strong>slavemarkira</strong> on <strong>28-12-2005, 09:14:39</strong>
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				"Monks Hood.&nbsp; It's deadly poison taken internally, but it can ease pains of the body when rubbed onto the skin.&nbsp; It's a tricky preparation, I shall need you to watch me carefully as I start and take notes, if necessary.&nbsp; It brews better in the cold night air." 
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				Post by: <strong>Shantee</strong> on <strong>28-12-2005, 09:16:17</strong>
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				"Monks Hood.. Alright I will make sure I come ready to take careful notes Brother Rhys." He stated with a nod.
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				Post by: <strong>slavemarkira</strong> on <strong>28-12-2005, 09:23:01</strong>
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				Brother Rhys started going through the preparations.&nbsp; As he did, he grew all to acutely aware of the prettiness of the youth kneeling next to him, studiously scribbling notes by firelight.&nbsp; It had been a while since he had been this close to a novice except at prayers, and none of the other boys in the novice's dormitory were *quite* this lovely.&nbsp; Brother Rhys cursed that he had never entirely been successful in leaving behind the desires of the flesh, though in a monastery there was generally little temptation.&nbsp; Until now. 
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				Title: <strong>Re: A Novice's Journey (1 on 1 for Shantee and slavemarkira) </strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Shantee</strong> on <strong>28-12-2005, 09:30:38</strong>
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				He watched as he did, taking out a feather and a ink jar... Dipping the feather into the ink, quickly getting to work at taking notes on what to do, and watching what he did closely.. Obviously not leaving anything out at all.. Quite serious about learning what Brother Rhys had to teach him and was clueless about the way he had been looked at.. not noticing being he was so deep into taking notes. Every now and then the light shinned off his brown eyes... and he would reach up to push back a few bangs from his brow.
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				Post by: <strong>slavemarkira</strong> on <strong>28-12-2005, 09:35:01</strong>
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				Brother Rhys continued.&nbsp; He was too disciplined to forget anything, even as he couldn't help but look at the young novice entrusted to him.&nbsp; He sighed.&nbsp; Well, it was foolish to contemplate, at any rate.&nbsp; Not that it didn't happen, from time to time, but it was a dreadful sin.&nbsp; 
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				Post by: <strong>Shantee</strong> on <strong>28-12-2005, 09:39:36</strong>
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				"So Brother Rhys how long will this take to make exactly?" He asked curiously making sure not to miss one word of info from the older Monks lips.
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				Post by: <strong>slavemarkira</strong> on <strong>28-12-2005, 09:41:38</strong>
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				"A proper batch, this side, takes three nights to prepare.&nbsp; We'll tend it at night, let it rest during the day, then heat it the next night, and so forth, until the third morning.&nbsp; We have special dispensation from the Abbot to miss alternate missing prayer services to tend it.&nbsp; It is of great use, and we make enough now to last the year." 
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				Post by: <strong>Shantee</strong> on <strong>28-12-2005, 09:48:57</strong>
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				"I see got it... Well thats great a whole year huh?" He quickly jotted some things down, his hand writing was rather nice and clean. He bit his bottom lip lightly and though he didn't like missing a prayer he guess it was for a good cause and the lord would understand that. If not he would ask for forgiveness the next time he prayed.
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				Post by: <strong>slavemarkira</strong> on <strong>28-12-2005, 09:52:20</strong>
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				"We can, of course, follow the prayers from out here.&nbsp; But the preparations can't be left untended."&nbsp; Brother Rhys looked up.&nbsp; "There are still a few hours til nightfall.&nbsp; Go and settle into the dormitory.&nbsp; I will find you at supper, and we can come back to start the work." 
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				Post by: <strong>Shantee</strong> on <strong>28-12-2005, 09:56:04</strong>
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				"Alright that is great I don't think I would be able to take missing a prayer." He chuckled and stood to his feet, putting his things away, picking his pack up, and headed out. "I will see you at supper then. Take care Brother Rhys." He nodded to him and quickly head to the dormitory, finding his room, and settled in quickly. After that he went to pray before supper... then after a good 3 hours prayer he headed to Supper with the rest of the Monks, smiling happily, he had never felt so at home, and like he was suppose to be somewhere in his life. This was definately his calling.
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				Post by: <strong>slavemarkira</strong> on <strong>28-12-2005, 10:07:40</strong>
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				Brother Rhys wasn't quite so peaceful.&nbsp; The thoughts of the lovely young novice tormented him considerably.&nbsp; The chanting rested him somewhat, but only so long as he didn't let his gaze drift to the novice's section.&nbsp; At supper, of course, all were seated by seniority, so he was not near Brother Jonathan.&nbsp; But afterwards, he waited as the young novice moved towards him. 
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				Post by: <strong>Shantee</strong> on <strong>28-12-2005, 10:09:56</strong>
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				After a verys silent supper, Johnathen quickly headed towards Brother Rhys with a smile across his face, and stopped not far from him. Nodding to him in greeting, obviously ready to work and help him with the Monks Hood...
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				Post by: <strong>slavemarkira</strong> on <strong>28-12-2005, 10:12:27</strong>
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				Brother Rhys moved with him back out towards the shed.&nbsp; "You have a very lovely voice," he commented as they walked.&nbsp; "You made a noticeable addition to the choir." 
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				Post by: <strong>Shantee</strong> on <strong>28-12-2005, 10:16:31</strong>
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				He blinked at the compliment and smiled. "Thank you Brother Rhys...&nbsp; The Lord blessed me with it I might as well use it to praise him with and such." He chuckled and scratched the back of his head lightly... Walking with him back to the Shed... he didn't think his voice was that nice till people kept complimenting him on it.
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				Post by: <strong>slavemarkira</strong> on <strong>28-12-2005, 10:23:31</strong>
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				"My own is rather like a rusty saw.&nbsp; But fortunately the Lord doesn't seem to mind."&nbsp; Brother Rhys chuckled lightly as they went inside.&nbsp; He pulled down a couple of pairs of leather gloves, handling them carefully.&nbsp; "Now, we must wear these at all times when working the raw herb.&nbsp; It is toxic, as I said, and the long preparation is needed to render is safe even to touch.&nbsp; We will use only these bowls, these tools, and all will packed away in a special bag when we have finished, until the next year." 
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				Post by: <strong>Shantee</strong> on <strong>28-12-2005, 10:32:43</strong>
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				"I am sure all voices sound the same to the Lord as long as their praises to him." He stated with a smile. "Alright Gloves got it..." Took a pair if he was offered any...and slid them on. Quickly writting down a few notes. "Alright got it..." And quickly waited for instructions figuring he better wait before he thought he knew what to do.
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				Post by: <strong>slavemarkira</strong> on <strong>28-12-2005, 10:42:14</strong>
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				Brother Rhys nodded at him.&nbsp; They took the two bowls, and divided the raw herb between them, starting to crush it into a wet paste with the mortars they used.&nbsp; "Being an herbalist takes patience.&nbsp; It takes time, and careful work, to coax out the healing properties of herbs.&nbsp; Attention to detail." 
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				Post by: <strong>Shantee</strong> on <strong>28-12-2005, 10:46:49</strong>
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				He took the bowl and a mortar for himself, watching him for a moment, and then quickly started to copy his moments.. Not being in a hurry, wanting to get this right the first time, and listening to him talk. "Understood..." He stated softly as he worked at the raw herb.
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				Post by: <strong>slavemarkira</strong> on <strong>28-12-2005, 10:53:46</strong>
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				"It's satisfying work.&nbsp; The Lord took the time to put values beyond just beauty into every living thing, if we only have the patience to look, to listen, to learn.&nbsp; Even the deadliest poisons, if treated properly, have positive value.&nbsp; It reminds me constantly of the ability of the Lord to find use for everything and everyone." 
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: A Novice's Journey (1 on 1 for Shantee and slavemarkira) </strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Shantee</strong> on <strong>28-12-2005, 10:59:05</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				"I am glad you enjoy it." He stated with a smile. "I was worried you might be slightly mean or grumpy... but your nothing like that and I am pretty happy I was wrong. I am really glad he found use for me because without him I have no idea where I would be." He stated softly, staring at the herbs slightly... continued mixing and crushing them like Brother Rhys was doing.. He was starting to really look up to Rhys which was apparent.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: A Novice's Journey (1 on 1 for Shantee and slavemarkira) </strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>slavemarkira</strong> on <strong>28-12-2005, 11:01:37</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Brother Rhys smiled back at the young novice.&nbsp; "I can be 'grumpy'.&nbsp; Don't let my even temper today fool you.&nbsp; You will notice it anytime I have to deal with Prior Jerome, or anyone else of his ilk.&nbsp; One of my worst failings, I do not suffer fools gladly.&nbsp; But as you seem to be no fool, you've no need to fear my temper." 
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: A Novice's Journey (1 on 1 for Shantee and slavemarkira) </strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Shantee</strong> on <strong>28-12-2005, 11:04:23</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				"Really you can? Well then at least I know you wont be 'grumpy' at me as long as i don't act or do things foolishly... and I will do my best to stay as far away from being foolish as possible." He chuckled softly.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: A Novice's Journey (1 on 1 for Shantee and slavemarkira) </strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>slavemarkira</strong> on <strong>28-12-2005, 11:10:12</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				"I trust that you will."&nbsp; Brother Rhys chuckles softly back.&nbsp; "So what sort of things did you study, prior to entering the abbey?" 
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: A Novice's Journey (1 on 1 for Shantee and slavemarkira) </strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Shantee</strong> on <strong>28-12-2005, 11:12:57</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				"Hmm... I studied about other countrys, two other languages other then Latin, piano, and I was rather fond of art." He stated. "What about you... when you were my age what did you study?" He was curious.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: A Novice's Journey (1 on 1 for Shantee and slavemarkira) </strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>slavemarkira</strong> on <strong>28-12-2005, 11:26:12</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				"Ah. I was a soldier.&nbsp; I studied the sword and the lance and the axe and the mace.&nbsp; Riding.&nbsp; Strategy.&nbsp; I learned Greek and Latin, of course, being a noble's son.&nbsp; The only thing I truly loved aside from war was the lore of herbs.&nbsp; I learned even more of the use of herbs and the arts of healing when I was away on the Crusades." 
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: A Novice's Journey (1 on 1 for Shantee and slavemarkira) </strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Shantee</strong> on <strong>28-12-2005, 11:32:59</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				"Did you get to see many interesting places when you went on crusades?... What is the most interesting place you went too?" Trying to keep up the confersation... It was getting rather late so was trying to keep himself from thinking about sleep.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: A Novice's Journey (1 on 1 for Shantee and slavemarkira) </strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>slavemarkira</strong> on <strong>28-12-2005, 11:43:55</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				"The entirety of the Holy Lands is interesting.&nbsp; I learned rather more than I think I was intended to.&nbsp; The Saracens are not infidels.&nbsp; They are people with their own beliefs, and their own culture, far more ancient than our own.&nbsp; But being in Jerusalem, walking where our Savior walked..." 
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: A Novice's Journey (1 on 1 for Shantee and slavemarkira) </strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Shantee</strong> on <strong>28-12-2005, 11:47:08</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				He smiled. "Your very lucky... I wish I could have went and walked where our Savior walked... I bet it was amazing... just knowing where you were walking might have been the exact place our Savior stood..." He sighed. " But He has a reason for why I haven't went there yet so I am not about to Argue about it or envy you about it...&nbsp; The lord has his reasons." He stated and fell silent.. trying to think of something else to talk about.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: A Novice's Journey (1 on 1 for Shantee and slavemarkira) </strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>slavemarkira</strong> on <strong>28-12-2005, 11:49:41</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				"It's a comforting thought, isn't it?&nbsp; Much simpler to handle the complications of life when you can put everything in His hands. So have you met any of the other novices?" 
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: A Novice's Journey (1 on 1 for Shantee and slavemarkira) </strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Shantee</strong> on <strong>28-12-2005, 11:55:12</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				"Yeah it is very comforting.. takes alot of stress off me... it's relaxing and it makes me happy that I don't have to handle everything alone anymore. The other Novices?.... Yeah I met a few... though I feel some of them are not liking this very much or not taking it seriously... There are a few that are... Their all very nice. Which is kind of strange being most of the young men I met were really rude and hateful. I like it here.. it's very different." He stated softly. He almost seemed to have no sexual desires what so ever so far.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: A Novice's Journey (1 on 1 for Shantee and slavemarkira) </strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>slavemarkira</strong> on <strong>28-12-2005, 12:09:16</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				"Men who come to the cowl tend to have a different temperament.&nbsp; For the most part, at least.&nbsp; The ones that haven't come here aiming at being Abbott someday." 
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: A Novice's Journey (1 on 1 for Shantee and slavemarkira) </strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Shantee</strong> on <strong>28-12-2005, 12:11:42</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				"Yeah your right." He nodded with a smile. His black hair was just slightly long enough to curl about his eyes if it wasn't fixed... and it was doing that right now... his brown eyes staring down at what he was working on.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: A Novice's Journey (1 on 1 for Shantee and slavemarkira) </strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>slavemarkira</strong> on <strong>28-12-2005, 12:19:20</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Brother Rhys took in a breath as he looked over and saw him.&nbsp; This boy was a Ganymede.&nbsp; Too beautiful a youth to be real.&nbsp; For a moment, his palms itched to reach over and touch him, but he made himself concentrate on his work.&nbsp; 
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: A Novice's Journey (1 on 1 for Shantee and slavemarkira) </strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Shantee</strong> on <strong>28-12-2005, 12:21:43</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				He was smiling as he thought about living here for the rest of his life.. it was actually a pleasent thought to him and didnt bother him at all. He let out a rather content sigh, just glowing with happiness it seemed.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: A Novice's Journey (1 on 1 for Shantee and slavemarkira) </strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>slavemarkira</strong> on <strong>28-12-2005, 22:58:47</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				A while later they had finished macerating the herbs, and Brother Rhys moved over to the special pot he used to brew this.&nbsp; He poured oil into the pot, and they carefully stirred in the herbs before moving it over the heat.&nbsp; "Now,"&nbsp; Brother Rhys said.&nbsp; "It needs to be stirred every few minutes." 
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: A Novice's Journey (1 on 1 for Shantee and slavemarkira) </strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Shantee</strong> on <strong>28-12-2005, 23:01:34</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				He watched him carefully and took quick notes as he poured oil into the pot. " Alright." He simply stated and sat down for a moment on the bed to rest.. allowing him to stir it the first time and would take over if asked. It was getting warm in the Shack, starting to sweat a bit, and whiped some from his brow.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: A Novice's Journey (1 on 1 for Shantee and slavemarkira) </strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>slavemarkira</strong> on <strong>28-12-2005, 23:05:54</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Brother Rhys looked over at the young Novice.&nbsp; "You rest.&nbsp; I'll wake you in a few hours."&nbsp; 
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: A Novice's Journey (1 on 1 for Shantee and slavemarkira) </strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Shantee</strong> on <strong>28-12-2005, 23:07:42</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				"Thank you Brother Rhys... are you sure you dont want to take the first break?" He asked softly. Wondering if he should sleep on the bed or on the floor with his blankets.. He didn't care either way was fine.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: A Novice's Journey (1 on 1 for Shantee and slavemarkira) </strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>slavemarkira</strong> on <strong>28-12-2005, 23:14:04</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				"I can see how weary you are.&nbsp; And I'm used to long labor.&nbsp; Rest.&nbsp; Better you should be fresh for your shift.&nbsp; The bed isn't much, but it's comfortable enough." 
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: A Novice's Journey (1 on 1 for Shantee and slavemarkira) </strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Shantee</strong> on <strong>28-12-2005, 23:21:51</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				"Alright thank you brother." He smiled and went over, just laying down in his clothes, no need for blankets the shack was already rather warm, and closed his eyes. It didn't take long for him to quickly fall asleep on the bed quite soundly.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: A Novice's Journey (1 on 1 for Shantee and slavemarkira) </strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>slavemarkira</strong> on <strong>28-12-2005, 23:27:10</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Brother Rhys stirred the pot.&nbsp; In between, he found his eyes drawn to the sleeping novice.&nbsp; His pale skin glowed in the firelight, his expression blissful in repose.&nbsp; He was even more beautiful now. 
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: A Novice's Journey (1 on 1 for Shantee and slavemarkira) </strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Shantee</strong> on <strong>28-12-2005, 23:36:49</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				He slept silently, no snores escaping him, and slowly rolled over onto his side after a while. His back to the wall and facing the room. The bed seemed to suit him just fine, it was comfortable, and cooler then the room was.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: A Novice's Journey (1 on 1 for Shantee and slavemarkira) </strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>slavemarkira</strong> on <strong>28-12-2005, 23:39:22</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				After a while by the fire, Brother Rhys slipped off his outer robe.&nbsp; He was clad now only in the thin cotton undertunic.&nbsp; It was too hot for modesty.&nbsp; <br><br>A few hours passed and he went to tap Brother Jonathan on the shoulder to wake him.&nbsp; 
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: A Novice's Journey (1 on 1 for Shantee and slavemarkira) </strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Shantee</strong> on <strong>28-12-2005, 23:43:31</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				He felt himself being tapped and woke up quite easily. Though he was still sleepy he had gotten enough sleep to last his turn at stiring the mixture. "Hm... Oh it's my turn to mix alright.." He didn't even notice his lack of his outer robe and slowly sat up and stood to his feet rubbing his eyes.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: A Novice's Journey (1 on 1 for Shantee and slavemarkira) </strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>slavemarkira</strong> on <strong>28-12-2005, 23:53:56</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				"Yes.&nbsp; Every few minutes. Wake me when the bell sounds for Matins."&nbsp; Brother Rhys settled onto the bed, pulling a blanket over himself.&nbsp; He was very tired now, and soon fell asleep. 
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: A Novice's Journey (1 on 1 for Shantee and slavemarkira) </strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Shantee</strong> on <strong>28-12-2005, 23:58:45</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				"Alright I will do so, good night Brother Rhys." He stated as he quickly took over for him. Stirring every few minutes as he was told to do. To keep himself awake and active he stated his prayers softly as he stirred. Or softly hummed the songs he had learned and memorized already.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: A Novice's Journey (1 on 1 for Shantee and slavemarkira) </strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>slavemarkira</strong> on <strong>29-12-2005, 00:07:16</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Brother Rhys slept heavily.&nbsp; The soft singing was soothing to him.&nbsp; Though his dreams were not exactly chaste.&nbsp; 
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: A Novice's Journey (1 on 1 for Shantee and slavemarkira) </strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Shantee</strong> on <strong>29-12-2005, 00:09:08</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				After a while the bell sounded for Matin's, he walked over to Brother Rhys and gently tapped his sholder like had done his own, and stated softly. "Brother Rhys the bell sounded.. you need to wake up now."
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: A Novice's Journey (1 on 1 for Shantee and slavemarkira) </strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>slavemarkira</strong> on <strong>29-12-2005, 00:11:05</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Brother Rhys groaned, sitting up.&nbsp; "Matins.&nbsp; You may go to prayer, Brother Jonathan.&nbsp; I can follow the offices from here." 
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: A Novice's Journey (1 on 1 for Shantee and slavemarkira) </strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Shantee</strong> on <strong>29-12-2005, 00:16:26</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				He nodded and waited till he was sure Brother Rhys was up and awake before he left. "Alright I will see you later Brother Rhys." He turned and left the shack, he went to the abe, and prayed for the time he was suppose to. He desided that after all that work he probably needed a bath and remembered something his grandmother use to tell him as a child. <em>Cleanly-ness is next to Godly-ness.</em><br><br>He chuckled at that and quickly went to get a bath, no one was there at this time, and he did have a little while longer before the next prayer and meal. Once there he started his bath, undressed, and quickly slipped into the hot water. Not giving himself time to get a chill from being nude in the place. He sighed contently as he started bathing and took his time. Dunking his head under the water.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: A Novice's Journey (1 on 1 for Shantee and slavemarkira) </strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>slavemarkira</strong> on <strong>29-12-2005, 00:20:22</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				The monks hood had been taken from the fire to cool for the day.&nbsp; Brother Rhys was sweaty from sitting near the fire, and headed to the baths.&nbsp; He stepped inside, pulling off his robe, then his undertunic.&nbsp; He moved over towards the tub, stopping to pick up a small bar of herbal soap he had made himself.&nbsp; 
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: A Novice's Journey (1 on 1 for Shantee and slavemarkira) </strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Shantee</strong> on <strong>29-12-2005, 00:23:30</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				He heard someone enter the room with all the baths, glancing back at the door and caught a glance of Rhys. But didn't look at him long, he stared down at the water, and relaxed in the tub. No curtains being they were all guys and such... He wasn't to far from where Brother Rhys was. "Hey Brother Rhys deside to clean up as well?" He stated loud enough for him to hear... not thinking that guys might actually look at eachother in a way a man would a women.. being he was inexperianced and didn't know much about the world.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: A Novice's Journey (1 on 1 for Shantee and slavemarkira) </strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>slavemarkira</strong> on <strong>29-12-2005, 04:42:55</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Brother Rhys nodded.&nbsp; There was nothing *wrong*, technically speaking, by the Rule, for the two of them to be here.&nbsp; There were too many men in a monastery for each to have the luxury of a private bath.&nbsp; But he had no business being here when he had lustful thoughts about *this* particular novice.&nbsp; "Yes, Brother Jonathan."&nbsp; He started filling on of the other tubs, turning to conceal the sinful swelling of his cock.&nbsp; 
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: A Novice's Journey (1 on 1 for Shantee and slavemarkira) </strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Shantee</strong> on <strong>29-12-2005, 05:19:52</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				He let out a soft yawn as he relaxed in the tub, closing his eyes, and hummed a little bit. Johnathen wasn't even looking toward Rhys so wouldn't notice... "So how was the brew doing when you set it to rest?" He asked curiously and forgot his soap sitting on a small chair close to the tub. He stood up, climbed out slightly, snatching the soap, and sat back in the tub.. Taking his time because he had no reason to be in a rush right now.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: A Novice's Journey (1 on 1 for Shantee and slavemarkira) </strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>slavemarkira</strong> on <strong>29-12-2005, 05:22:14</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Brother Rhys turned his head at the question, and regretted it at once, seeing Brother Jonathan in all his naked glory, turning his head away and once.&nbsp; He cleared his throat.&nbsp; "Cooling. Tomorrow you'll take first watch and last."&nbsp; 
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: A Novice's Journey (1 on 1 for Shantee and slavemarkira) </strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Shantee</strong> on <strong>29-12-2005, 05:24:58</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				"Alright Brother I will do that." He sat back in the water and continued washing... then after bathing he slid out of the tub, snatching up a towel, and started drying off his hair.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: A Novice's Journey (1 on 1 for Shantee and slavemarkira) </strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>slavemarkira</strong> on <strong>29-12-2005, 05:30:31</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Brother Rhys couldn't make himself stop looking at the novice as he dried himself.&nbsp; His young, firm body, so perfect, to match his perfect face.&nbsp; <br><br>He wasn't paying attention to his own tub, and his now wickedly hard cock was visible even in the soapy water, the top in fact just breaking the surface.&nbsp; 
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: A Novice's Journey (1 on 1 for Shantee and slavemarkira) </strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Shantee</strong> on <strong>29-12-2005, 05:33:35</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				He finished drying his hair, starting on the rest of his body slowly, and after that was done he bent over slightly to pick up his robes. He dusted them off and made sure they were spotless or well mended. Shifting his weight to his other foot now.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: A Novice's Journey (1 on 1 for Shantee and slavemarkira) </strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>slavemarkira</strong> on <strong>29-12-2005, 05:36:58</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Brother Rhys made a choking sound in his throat, a helpless sound, and buried his face in his hands.&nbsp; He was a sinful, sinful man.&nbsp; He could not stop coveting the body of this young novice, who so far had not shown the least interest in anything carnal.&nbsp; 
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: A Novice's Journey (1 on 1 for Shantee and slavemarkira) </strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Shantee</strong> on <strong>29-12-2005, 05:40:44</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				He heard the choking sound from Brother Rhys and looked back at him slightly with a worried look. "Brother Rhys are you alright?" He asked as he&nbsp; wrapped the towel around his waist slightly.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: A Novice's Journey (1 on 1 for Shantee and slavemarkira) </strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>slavemarkira</strong> on <strong>29-12-2005, 05:54:46</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Brother Rhys can't manage to make himself form words now.&nbsp; And he *certainly* can't look up.&nbsp; 
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: A Novice's Journey (1 on 1 for Shantee and slavemarkira) </strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Shantee</strong> on <strong>29-12-2005, 05:56:25</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				"Brother Rhys...?" He got a worried look and quickly went over to his tub stopping a few feet from it. "Brother Rhys... are you going to be alright?" He blinked as he saw something in the water... He wasn't sure what it was so inched closer to see and finally realized what it was.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: A Novice's Journey (1 on 1 for Shantee and slavemarkira) </strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>slavemarkira</strong> on <strong>29-12-2005, 06:07:07</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Brother Rhys looked up, realizing the young novice was getting close, and finally pulling himself together enough to answer him properly.&nbsp; "I'm fine, Brother Jonathan."&nbsp; Then he sat his expression, and where he was looking, and he was mortified, covering himself quickly.&nbsp; 
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: A Novice's Journey (1 on 1 for Shantee and slavemarkira) </strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Shantee</strong> on <strong>29-12-2005, 06:15:43</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				He blushed lightly and looked away slightly. One thought going through his mind... why was he excited... there really wasn't much to get excited over here at the Abe... "Alright just making sure... I will see you at the shack in a bit alright." He walked over to his robes and started to slide back into them.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: A Novice's Journey (1 on 1 for Shantee and slavemarkira) </strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>slavemarkira</strong> on <strong>29-12-2005, 06:18:26</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Brother Rhys nodded.&nbsp; "Yes, I'll see you there."&nbsp; He cleared his throat.&nbsp; How on *earth* was he going to manage being in the small space alone with him? 
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: A Novice's Journey (1 on 1 for Shantee and slavemarkira) </strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Shantee</strong> on <strong>29-12-2005, 06:21:24</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				He finished, running his fingers through his hair, and headed out. "Take care Brother Rhys." He quickly headed towards the shack, a light blush on his cheeks, and started feeling sorry for his Brother. He must of felt horrible at getting excited like that... 
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: A Novice's Journey (1 on 1 for Shantee and slavemarkira) </strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>slavemarkira</strong> on <strong>29-12-2005, 06:35:49</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Brother Rhys managed, somehow, to finish the bath and get dried without anyone else coming in til he was safely back in his robes.&nbsp; He pulled on his sandals and moved off to the morning prayers, knowing he would see Brother Jonathan there.&nbsp; 
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: A Novice's Journey (1 on 1 for Shantee and slavemarkira) </strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Shantee</strong> on <strong>29-12-2005, 06:37:42</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				After dropping by the shack to pick up his book and notes. He quickly went to the regular morning prayers being he didn't want to be late. Once there he walked inside, sitting in his normal place to pray, and wondered if Brother Rhys was going to be alright.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: A Novice's Journey (1 on 1 for Shantee and slavemarkira) </strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>slavemarkira</strong> on <strong>29-12-2005, 06:40:32</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Brother Rhys eyes were drawn to Brother Jonathan as he entered.&nbsp; As if pulled by some magick, he was all too aware of when the young novice entered, curled hair about his face.&nbsp; He colored slightly and forced his eyes back down.&nbsp; 
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: A Novice's Journey (1 on 1 for Shantee and slavemarkira) </strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Shantee</strong> on <strong>29-12-2005, 06:42:58</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				He saw Brother Rhys look up at him then down, he must have been ashamed that he had seen why he was acting weird in the bath, and just smiled at him trying to tell him it was alright. It probably happened to everyone once in a while right? Well in any case he would pray for Brother Rhys and finally the prayers started.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: A Novice's Journey (1 on 1 for Shantee and slavemarkira) </strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>slavemarkira</strong> on <strong>29-12-2005, 06:50:47</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Brother Rhys tried to concentrate on the prayers.&nbsp; Tried to let them lift him, take him away from his lustful thoughts.&nbsp; But he just kept finding his eyes dragged back to look at the lovely young novice with the voice of an angel. 
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: A Novice's Journey (1 on 1 for Shantee and slavemarkira) </strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Shantee</strong> on <strong>29-12-2005, 06:53:28</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				He noticed Brother Rhys had been looking at him off and on. Maybe he thought he was going to tell the others about it... He definately wouldn't do that to Brother Rhys him being embarrassed and ashamed of himself was punishment enough for the poor guy. He continued to sing, trying to ignore the glancing brother, and focus on his prayers... But it was rather hard.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: A Novice's Journey (1 on 1 for Shantee and slavemarkira) </strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>slavemarkira</strong> on <strong>29-12-2005, 06:56:20</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Finally prayers were over, and the spare morning meal was being served.&nbsp; At least there Brother Rhys *couldn't* look at the young novice.&nbsp; He settled and gave silent thanks for his sustenance, and began eating. 
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: A Novice's Journey (1 on 1 for Shantee and slavemarkira) </strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Shantee</strong> on <strong>29-12-2005, 07:03:31</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Johnathen did as well, kinda glad he couldn't be looked at, it was making him uncomfortable being stared at so much, and said a quiet prayer then began to eat his food silently. <br><br>After the nice meal he stood up, cleaned his area, and walked out of the dinning area. His mind still on what happened and what his brother was staring at him for...
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: A Novice's Journey (1 on 1 for Shantee and slavemarkira) </strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>slavemarkira</strong> on <strong>29-12-2005, 07:06:15</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Brother Rhys made his way back to the shack.&nbsp; Brother Jonathan would be gone a few hours, thankfully, away at lessons on monastic life and The Rule.&nbsp; Brother Rhys knelt to pray.&nbsp; Asking The Lord to send him a sign of what he should do.&nbsp; 
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: A Novice's Journey (1 on 1 for Shantee and slavemarkira) </strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Shantee</strong> on <strong>29-12-2005, 07:14:02</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Johnathen walked to his first clas on Monastic life, thewout the class he couldn't help but worry about what his Brother would say to him, and if he would threaten him or something. No way Brother Rhys wasn't that type of man to threatn him over something like this...&nbsp; <br><br>Even in his lessons about The Rule he couldn't help but think about it... Why was this bothering him so much... maybe it was the fact that Brother Rhys got excited for no reason or for a reason he didn't know. He hoped he wouldn't have that problem.<br><br>After those few hours he walked towards the shack slowly and wondered how Brother Rhys was doing now. 
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: A Novice's Journey (1 on 1 for Shantee and slavemarkira) </strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>slavemarkira</strong> on <strong>29-12-2005, 07:24:45</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Brother Rhys was out working in the herb garden as Brother Jonathan approached.&nbsp; He firmly controlled himself as he looked up and smiled.&nbsp; "Ah, there you are.&nbsp; I need some help removing the weeds.&nbsp; Though, of course, I'll need to show you which are the weeds and which the plants." 
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: A Novice's Journey (1 on 1 for Shantee and slavemarkira) </strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Shantee</strong> on <strong>29-12-2005, 07:27:32</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				He relaxed as he heard Brother Rhys said that and realized that Brother Rhys must of realized he wasn't going to tell anyone. "Sorry I took so long... Alright I am all ears." He quickly went into the garden and waited for him to tell him which to pull and what not to pull.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: A Novice's Journey (1 on 1 for Shantee and slavemarkira) </strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>slavemarkira</strong> on <strong>29-12-2005, 07:29:23</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Brother Ehys showed him, plant by plant.&nbsp; They moved along.&nbsp; It was difficult work, crouching, the sun beating down, and after a few hours they took a break to move inside the Shack and drink some cold water. 
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: A Novice's Journey (1 on 1 for Shantee and slavemarkira) </strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Shantee</strong> on <strong>29-12-2005, 07:32:48</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				He nodded and once he was shown all of them he had quickly went to work, bending down and pulling out the weeds. After those few hours he went inside with his brother, sitting at the table, holding his cup of cool water, and sipped it slowly. Not wanting to cool down to fast.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: A Novice's Journey (1 on 1 for Shantee and slavemarkira) </strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>slavemarkira</strong> on <strong>29-12-2005, 07:35:59</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Brother Rhys sat on the stool, leaning heavily against the table.&nbsp; "Labor is undoubtedly good for the soul, but it occasionally is hard on the knees." 
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: A Novice's Journey (1 on 1 for Shantee and slavemarkira) </strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Shantee</strong> on <strong>29-12-2005, 07:38:46</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				He smiled over at Brother Rhys and chuckled. "Yeah sure is I will agree with that fully." He sipped at his water and whipped away some sweat from his brow.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: A Novice's Journey (1 on 1 for Shantee and slavemarkira) </strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>slavemarkira</strong> on <strong>29-12-2005, 07:44:16</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Brother Rhys smiled back at him.&nbsp; "We'll have to go to High Mass soon.&nbsp; This will be your first High Mass.&nbsp; It's different from the Low Mass held in the church.&nbsp; It will make an impression on you, I promise."
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: A Novice's Journey (1 on 1 for Shantee and slavemarkira) </strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Shantee</strong> on <strong>29-12-2005, 07:48:26</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				"High Mass huh? Whats the difference in High Mass and Low Mass?" He asked softly... and ran his finger through his black hair.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: A Novice's Journey (1 on 1 for Shantee and slavemarkira) </strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>slavemarkira</strong> on <strong>29-12-2005, 07:51:07</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Brother Rhys shuddered a little, caught off guard by that simple motion.&nbsp; "It's a difference in the level of... energy, for lack of a better word.&nbsp; The level of attention to every motion, every word.&nbsp; You feel closer to The Lord." 
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: A Novice's Journey (1 on 1 for Shantee and slavemarkira) </strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Shantee</strong> on <strong>29-12-2005, 08:00:08</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				"Wow... sounds amazing already." He stated with a smile, seeming to be day dreaming about it, and chuckled. His eyes closed for a moment...
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: A Novice's Journey (1 on 1 for Shantee and slavemarkira) </strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>slavemarkira</strong> on <strong>29-12-2005, 08:34:56</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Brother Rhys gazed at him.&nbsp; At that rapt face.&nbsp; And the thoughts he had were far from holy.&nbsp; "Well, we'd best rinse the sweat away and head to the chapel."
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: A Novice's Journey (1 on 1 for Shantee and slavemarkira) </strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Shantee</strong> on <strong>29-12-2005, 08:43:53</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				"Oh yeah it is time isn't it..." He chuckled and got to his feet to head to the door... Though saddly his robe had gotten stuck some how and sent him falling to the ground with a loud thud..."AH!.... ouch.." 
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: A Novice's Journey (1 on 1 for Shantee and slavemarkira) </strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>slavemarkira</strong> on <strong>29-12-2005, 08:44:41</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Brother Rhys moved over to help him up, pulling him close as he lifted him.&nbsp; "Are you all right, Brother?" 
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: A Novice's Journey (1 on 1 for Shantee and slavemarkira) </strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Shantee</strong> on <strong>29-12-2005, 08:51:05</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				He gladly took the help and stood to his feet slowly. Blinking as he was pulled close he laughed at himself and blushed lightly from embarrassment of falling. "Hah yeah I am fine Brother Rhys... just fine.. nothing hurt."
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: A Novice's Journey (1 on 1 for Shantee and slavemarkira) </strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>slavemarkira</strong> on <strong>29-12-2005, 09:00:28</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Brother Rhys held him a moment longer, settling him against the side of the table for support.&nbsp; He pullled back quickly as he realized he was hardening in response to the closeness of Brother Jonathan's body. 
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: A Novice's Journey (1 on 1 for Shantee and slavemarkira) </strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Shantee</strong> on <strong>29-12-2005, 09:08:10</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				He wondered why he was being held a little longer then exspected... He stared up at Brother Rhys slightly and then looked down his blushing getting a little worse... His chest felt tight for a moment and he wasn't sure why... "Um... well we better get going I guess.. heh."
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: A Novice's Journey (1 on 1 for Shantee and slavemarkira) </strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>slavemarkira</strong> on <strong>29-12-2005, 09:10:03</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				"Yes, Brother, we should."&nbsp; Brother Rhys took a deep breath, and moved out of the little shack towards the chapel.&nbsp; <br><br>He was going to have to decide on some course of action, and soon. 
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: A Novice's Journey (1 on 1 for Shantee and slavemarkira) </strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Shantee</strong> on <strong>29-12-2005, 09:17:35</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				He followed after Brother Rhys quickly and stared at the ground a moment... Wondering why he was held so long... and Brother Rhys acted so strange... He was purplexed over this situation.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: A Novice's Journey (1 on 1 for Shantee and slavemarkira) </strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>slavemarkira</strong> on <strong>29-12-2005, 09:28:08</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				The High Mass was beautiful.&nbsp; Spiritual.&nbsp; But Brother Rhys felt unclean.&nbsp; Unfit to be in this holy service.&nbsp; He could not rid himself of his lustful thoughts.&nbsp; He was in agony, and his prayers seemed to find no answers. <br>
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: A Novice's Journey (1 on 1 for Shantee and slavemarkira) </strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Shantee</strong> on <strong>29-12-2005, 09:31:23</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				For Johnathen the High Mass was perfect, it had totally taken his mind off the situation, and raised his spirits greatly at least for now. He did feel closer to god as Brother Rhys had said and loved it. IT was obvious he loved it with how his face seemed to just glow.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: A Novice's Journey (1 on 1 for Shantee and slavemarkira) </strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>slavemarkira</strong> on <strong>29-12-2005, 09:32:45</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				They moved off to lunch.&nbsp; Another brief respite, as Brother Rhys searched for answers.&nbsp; Then they would be alone again.&nbsp; 
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: A Novice's Journey (1 on 1 for Shantee and slavemarkira) </strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Shantee</strong> on <strong>29-12-2005, 09:37:56</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				He ate his lunch in silence, light hearted, and happy as ever. After finishing he picked his books and notes up and headed out of the dinning area... Towards the Shack... Walking slowly and humming songs as he went.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: A Novice's Journey (1 on 1 for Shantee and slavemarkira) </strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>slavemarkira</strong> on <strong>29-12-2005, 09:55:52</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Brother Rhys watched Brother Jonathan as he walked, sun on his hair.&nbsp; His fingers itched to touch it.&nbsp; To touch his luminscent skin.&nbsp; <br>
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: A Novice's Journey (1 on 1 for Shantee and slavemarkira) </strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Shantee</strong> on <strong>29-12-2005, 10:02:57</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				He looked back at Brother Rhys and smiled as he saw he was there. "Hey Brother Rhys you were right the Hi Mass was amazing" He stated with a almost childlike happiness. "It felt great."
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: A Novice's Journey (1 on 1 for Shantee and slavemarkira) </strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>slavemarkira</strong> on <strong>29-12-2005, 14:54:31</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Brother Rhys smiled back at him.&nbsp; "I'm happy for you, Brother."&nbsp; 
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: A Novice's Journey (1 on 1 for Shantee and slavemarkira) </strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Shantee</strong> on <strong>29-12-2005, 18:59:04</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				"So Brother Rhys what about you... did it help you any?" He asked softly as he slowed down to walk beside him.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: A Novice's Journey (1 on 1 for Shantee and slavemarkira) </strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>slavemarkira</strong> on <strong>29-12-2005, 22:41:38</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Brother Rhys shook his head.&nbsp; "No, unfortunately not, Brother Jonathan.&nbsp; I was not in a fit state to receive blessings today." 
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: A Novice's Journey (1 on 1 for Shantee and slavemarkira) </strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Shantee</strong> on <strong>29-12-2005, 22:43:46</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				"I see... Sorry to hear that.. if There is anything I can do to help just ask Brother Rhys." He stated kindly, trying his best to help his brother through his troubled time, and slightly ran his fingers through his own black hair.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: A Novice's Journey (1 on 1 for Shantee and slavemarkira) </strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>slavemarkira</strong> on <strong>29-12-2005, 22:53:23</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Brother Rhys would laugh at that, if he didn't think such a sound would condemn him utterly in the young novice's eyes.&nbsp; "I will.&nbsp; Thank you, Brother."&nbsp; His eyes are drawn, again, to look as those slender fingers move through that dark hair.&nbsp; 
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: A Novice's Journey (1 on 1 for Shantee and slavemarkira) </strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Shantee</strong> on <strong>29-12-2005, 23:03:48</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Suddenly without warning a child came running by and slammed right into Johnathen, a group of children that had been taken in here were playing games and got a little carried away. Johnathen was sent back on the ground rather harshly and he winched.<br><br>He sat up and helped the child back to his feet.. The child applogizing franticly. He just smiled though he did have pain. "It's alright just be more careful alright." The children ran off back to the abe after appologizing some more.<br><br>He reached up rubbing the back of his head in pain as he sat there on the ground and laughed lightly.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: A Novice's Journey (1 on 1 for Shantee and slavemarkira) </strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>slavemarkira</strong> on <strong>29-12-2005, 23:07:23</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Brother Jonathan knelt beside the young novice.&nbsp; "Are you injured?" 
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: A Novice's Journey (1 on 1 for Shantee and slavemarkira) </strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Shantee</strong> on <strong>29-12-2005, 23:09:19</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				"No I do not think so.." He removed his hand from the back of his head and saw some blood on it. "Well never mind I guess I am... must of hit my head on something when I fell." He stated softly and stayed very calm, slowly standing to his feet. 
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: A Novice's Journey (1 on 1 for Shantee and slavemarkira) </strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>slavemarkira</strong> on <strong>29-12-2005, 23:12:57</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				"Come.&nbsp; I'll take a look at you.&nbsp; If it's too bad, I'll get help to get you to Brother Hospitaler."&nbsp; Brothers were often referred to by their jobs, as well as their names.&nbsp; Brother Rhys was often called Brother Herbalist by many of the young novices who hadn't learned his name.&nbsp; <br><br>
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: A Novice's Journey (1 on 1 for Shantee and slavemarkira) </strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Shantee</strong> on <strong>29-12-2005, 23:20:28</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				"Alright thank you Brother Rhys." He stated as he headed to the shack, opening the door, and walked inside carefully. Feeling a little light headed and took a seat on the closest thing he could find.. which was the bed.. So sat and waited for Brother Rhys to come in to look at the wound.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: A Novice's Journey (1 on 1 for Shantee and slavemarkira) </strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>slavemarkira</strong> on <strong>29-12-2005, 23:26:20</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Brother Rhys got a bowl and pumped some water into it from the hand pump, and a clean rag.&nbsp; He came to set next to him on the bed, dipping the cloth into the water.&nbsp; "Now, let's clean away the blood so we can get a look at it."&nbsp; His fingers were deft and gentle as he carefully daubed away the blood.&nbsp; 
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: A Novice's Journey (1 on 1 for Shantee and slavemarkira) </strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Shantee</strong> on <strong>29-12-2005, 23:29:41</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Once Brother Rhys sat next to him he turned his back slightly to him so the wound would be easier to get to.. It was amongst that hair of his which was still soft from being young. He winched slightly as the blood was daubed away from the wound.. It wasn't bad but it wasn't a scratch....&nbsp; Brother Rhys could easily tend to it himself. "So.. is it to bad?" He asked with a bit of a chuckle.. 
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: A Novice's Journey (1 on 1 for Shantee and slavemarkira) </strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>slavemarkira</strong> on <strong>29-12-2005, 23:44:27</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				"You will live,"&nbsp; Brother Rhys answers with a similar chuckle.&nbsp; "It's not deep enough to scar, if it's kept clean and allowed to drain.&nbsp; I'll get a wash of betony to clean it.&nbsp; Stay here."&nbsp; <br><br>He gets up and comes back with a flask, daubing some of the mixture on another rag, pressing it against the wound.&nbsp; It was slightly astringent and stung. 
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: A Novice's Journey (1 on 1 for Shantee and slavemarkira) </strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Shantee</strong> on <strong>29-12-2005, 23:47:25</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				"Well thats wonderful to know... I get to live another day." He stated dramaticly with a smile. "Alright."<br><br>He stayed still and waited for Brother Rhys to return and winched slightly as he felt it pressed aginst his wound. "Kinda stings..." He stated softly. "Glad it won't scar don't need to lose anymore hair then I have too." He stated with a chuckle. Running his fingers over his robe lightly to try to ignore the small pain.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: A Novice's Journey (1 on 1 for Shantee and slavemarkira) </strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>slavemarkira</strong> on <strong>30-12-2005, 00:01:25</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				"Ah.&nbsp; You worry about the tonsure, then?"&nbsp; Brother Rhys said.&nbsp; "Well, with your lovely hair, I can see how you would." 
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: A Novice's Journey (1 on 1 for Shantee and slavemarkira) </strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Shantee</strong> on <strong>30-12-2005, 00:04:39</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				"Heh... yeah I guess... I guess I am kind of attached to my hair. Going to have to get over that." He chuckled and reached up lightly touching the top of his head.. Staying away from the wound on the back of his head. He was obviously feeling a little light headed but after a little sit down time he would be fine.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: A Novice's Journey (1 on 1 for Shantee and slavemarkira) </strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>slavemarkira</strong> on <strong>30-12-2005, 00:20:51</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				"You should lie down.&nbsp; Rest a bit.&nbsp; I'll keep watch.&nbsp; You shouldn't sleep, not right away, in case there is deeper damage than I can see."&nbsp; Brother Rhys didn't know about 'concussions', but experience tending battle wounds taught him many who went to sleep after head wounds never woke up.&nbsp; 
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: A Novice's Journey (1 on 1 for Shantee and slavemarkira) </strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Shantee</strong> on <strong>30-12-2005, 00:25:06</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				"Alright.. I am not going to sleep I am suppose to watch first Brother Rhys. Not going to let a little wound stop me from doing what I am suppose to." He stated with a smile and slowly laid down on the bed, on his side, and watched Brother Rhys. He wondered why earlier brother Rhys had held him longer then needed... maybe he should ask... But maybe it was just his mind playing tricks on him.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: A Novice's Journey (1 on 1 for Shantee and slavemarkira) </strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>slavemarkira</strong> on <strong>30-12-2005, 04:54:56</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				"There is no sense in hurting yourself, Brother Jonathan."&nbsp; Brother Rhys sits next to him, leaning over to stroke his hair. 
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: A Novice's Journey (1 on 1 for Shantee and slavemarkira) </strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Shantee</strong> on <strong>30-12-2005, 07:20:58</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				"I am not hurting myself Brother... I am sure I will feel fine after a few minutes." He stated softly, watching him walk over, and sit on the bed next to him. Saddly one of his weak points was with people playing with his hair and by weak point he ment a comforting one.. unless you started doing it in different ways.. But didn't pull away.. He figured Brother Rhys was just being fatherly to him... which his own father never had time for..
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: A Novice's Journey (1 on 1 for Shantee and slavemarkira) </strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>slavemarkira</strong> on <strong>30-12-2005, 08:45:19</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Brother Rhys sighed and nodded.&nbsp; It was wrong, and self-indulgent, to take advantage of Brother Jonathan's weakened state this way.&nbsp; But he couldn't help himself.&nbsp; He just kept gently stroking, and his hand trembled slightly with his awareness of the closeness of the handsome young man. 
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: A Novice's Journey (1 on 1 for Shantee and slavemarkira) </strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Shantee</strong> on <strong>30-12-2005, 08:52:28</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				He smiled up at Brother Rhys kindly and closed his eyes after a moment. Really enjoying the&nbsp; soft strokes along his hair.. it was rather.. comforting.. and allowed it to continue. He wasn't sleeping which was obvious, he was just laying there, and relaxing for a bit.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: A Novice's Journey (1 on 1 for Shantee and slavemarkira) </strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>slavemarkira</strong> on <strong>30-12-2005, 09:05:23</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Brother Rhys watched the young man.&nbsp; He decided to try something.&nbsp; To step across the line, just a little, to see what would happen.&nbsp; He leaned down and kissed the young man lightly on the forehead.&nbsp; 
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: A Novice's Journey (1 on 1 for Shantee and slavemarkira) </strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Shantee</strong> on <strong>30-12-2005, 09:10:01</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				He laid there silently when suddenly he felt something soft and warm press aginst his forhead... Did Brother Rhys just kiss his forhead? It was a little strange.. but maybe it wasn't anything he should worry about. Brother Rhys probably just looked at him as if he were his son and wanted to show a small bit of affection... His father when he was smaller had done that before...&nbsp; But this was.. different...<br><br>He opened his eyes slightly to look up at Brother Rhys in a bit of confusion on why he did that... those beautiful bright blue eyes of his..
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: A Novice's Journey (1 on 1 for Shantee and slavemarkira) </strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>slavemarkira</strong> on <strong>30-12-2005, 09:27:47</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Brother Rhys stared back at him.&nbsp; He was shaking a bit.&nbsp; His illicit passion as all too clear in his expression, but still he could not speak it.&nbsp; <br><br>He could feel his traitorous body responding, though, from the contact, and the look.&nbsp; 
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: A Novice's Journey (1 on 1 for Shantee and slavemarkira) </strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Shantee</strong> on <strong>30-12-2005, 09:38:09</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				His chest tightened slightly as Brother Rhys stared right back at him and.. that expression... that wasn't one found on a face of a father more of... No way Brother Rhys wouldn't ever have those types of sinful feelings would he? No way a man could find another man attractive right?.... there wasn't anything sexy, seductive, and such about a man... for a man right..<br><br>He was to scared to move, breath, and even blink... He had to be imagining things about that look.. That couldn't be what that look ment... could it?
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: A Novice's Journey (1 on 1 for Shantee and slavemarkira) </strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>slavemarkira</strong> on <strong>30-12-2005, 09:50:26</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				"I'm sorry,"&nbsp; Brother Rhys looked away at last.&nbsp; His voice tight, and a catch in his throat.&nbsp; "I am weak, Brother Jonathan.&nbsp; &nbsp;And I have not been able to find strength to overcome my weakness." 
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: A Novice's Journey (1 on 1 for Shantee and slavemarkira) </strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Shantee</strong> on <strong>30-12-2005, 09:56:41</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				He blinked&nbsp; and slightly sat up as Brother Rhys spoke. "Brother Rhys.. it's alright... and don't say that.. your really strong... I know you can brother... just... try harder." Trying his best to not judge his brother and give him encouragement.. That was the right hting&nbsp; to do right? Help his brother get over his weaknesses and encourage him to work on past them... Though a light blush had formed on his cheeks in wondering why Brother Rhys had looked at him like that. Hopping his thoughts were wrong..
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: A Novice's Journey (1 on 1 for Shantee and slavemarkira) </strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>slavemarkira</strong> on <strong>30-12-2005, 09:59:15</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				"I have tried.&nbsp; I have prayed.&nbsp; And Lord help me, Brother, still... my flesh is weak."
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: A Novice's Journey (1 on 1 for Shantee and slavemarkira) </strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Shantee</strong> on <strong>30-12-2005, 10:01:42</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				"I see... then I will pray for you as well... everyones flesh is weak Brother... your not the only one who probably has problems with it here... at least your doing your best to overcome them." Not really sure how to go about this to comfort his brother... Exspecially being it seemed to be him who was maybe the source of it.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: A Novice's Journey (1 on 1 for Shantee and slavemarkira) </strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>slavemarkira</strong> on <strong>30-12-2005, 10:04:54</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Brother Rhys looked over.&nbsp; "But I am *not*.&nbsp; I should confess this to Brother Confessor.&nbsp; I should undergo mortification of the flesh.&nbsp; But I do not want to, Brother Jonathan.&nbsp; And there is my failing."&nbsp; 
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: A Novice's Journey (1 on 1 for Shantee and slavemarkira) </strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Shantee</strong> on <strong>30-12-2005, 10:07:32</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				He gave a slightly confused look and looked away.. Not sure what else to say about this. "I see..." He seemed to be trying to think of something to help his brother through his hard times...&nbsp; That serious look though was nothing but cute on him though... or hansom.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: A Novice's Journey (1 on 1 for Shantee and slavemarkira) </strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>slavemarkira</strong> on <strong>30-12-2005, 10:13:49</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Brother Rhys looked back at Brother Jonathan, and raised a hand to cup his cheek.&nbsp; "I look at you and all I can see is your perfection.&nbsp; I have feelings for you I do not wish to give up, sinful as they are."
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: A Novice's Journey (1 on 1 for Shantee and slavemarkira) </strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Shantee</strong> on <strong>30-12-2005, 10:22:48</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				He blinked as his cheek was cupped gently and looked at Brother Rhys rather confused... Hearing what he said he blushed extreemly horribly... So he was right...&nbsp; But why... He wasn't that good looking he couldn't be...&nbsp; He wasn't perfect... not in the least bit. "Um.. but Brother Rhys I am not even close to perfection.. heh..." He stuttered out... not really sure what else to say.. He had never been in this situation before.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: A Novice's Journey (1 on 1 for Shantee and slavemarkira) </strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>slavemarkira</strong> on <strong>30-12-2005, 10:26:28</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				"And that, your modesty, is part of it.&nbsp; You are not even aware of how lovely you are." 
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: A Novice's Journey (1 on 1 for Shantee and slavemarkira) </strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Shantee</strong> on <strong>30-12-2005, 10:31:54</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				He could feel his chest tighten again as his older brother said this. His cheeks were burning with embarrassment and from the fact that Brother Rhys... liked him that way... He looked down shyly and really didn't know what to say.. or how to protest or even what to do about this... Bitting his bottom lip lightly.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: A Novice's Journey (1 on 1 for Shantee and slavemarkira) </strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>slavemarkira</strong> on <strong>30-12-2005, 10:36:39</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				"I want to..."&nbsp; Brother Rhys looked down.&nbsp; "I can't even say what I want to do." 
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: A Novice's Journey (1 on 1 for Shantee and slavemarkira) </strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Shantee</strong> on <strong>30-12-2005, 10:40:00</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				His cheeks never stopped burning with a horrible blush.<br><br>He opened his mouth to say something but nothing came out.. obviously clueless on how to handle this...<br>Not to mention confused and unsure of if he should even say anything at all.<br><br>Then thought of something. "I... I could ask to be placed somewhere else... if.. that would help Brother..." He stuttered out..
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: A Novice's Journey (1 on 1 for Shantee and slavemarkira) </strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>slavemarkira</strong> on <strong>30-12-2005, 10:45:08</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Brother Rhys dropped his head.&nbsp; &nbsp;There was no hope, he might as well save Brother Jonathan.&nbsp; "You're right, of course.&nbsp; I'll go to Prior Jerome and ask him to move you.&nbsp; Say you're more suited to the scriptorium." 
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: A Novice's Journey (1 on 1 for Shantee and slavemarkira) </strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Shantee</strong> on <strong>30-12-2005, 10:48:52</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				He sighed.. he did like working with Brother Rhys.. but he didn't want him being here to make him struggle with his relationship with god... He didn't want to do that to him.. "Alright.. I did enjoy working with you Brother Rhys... " He stated softly... as he scratched his cheek lightly. Trying to get rid of his blush.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: A Novice's Journey (1 on 1 for Shantee and slavemarkira) </strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>slavemarkira</strong> on <strong>30-12-2005, 10:50:27</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				"Yes.&nbsp; But luckily for the state of your soul, you don't share my passion."&nbsp; There is an infinite sadness in Brother Rhys voice. 
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: A Novice's Journey (1 on 1 for Shantee and slavemarkira) </strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Shantee</strong> on <strong>30-12-2005, 10:56:18</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				"Alright well.. should I go... back to the Abe now.. or... should I wait till morning." He stated, not looking at Brother Rhys right now, trying to overcome the blush in his cheeks, and trying to keep from torturing his brother more... He wished he could help him.. wondering if there was a way he could help..
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: A Novice's Journey (1 on 1 for Shantee and slavemarkira) </strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>slavemarkira</strong> on <strong>30-12-2005, 11:00:05</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				"Please.&nbsp; Stay until the monks hood is done.&nbsp; We will be working too hard." 
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: A Novice's Journey (1 on 1 for Shantee and slavemarkira) </strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Shantee</strong> on <strong>30-12-2005, 11:01:25</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				"Alright I will." He nodded and smiled.. his blush slowly going away... Desiding being they would be working to hard for his brother to really think about anything else he would stay till it was done.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: A Novice's Journey (1 on 1 for Shantee and slavemarkira) </strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>slavemarkira</strong> on <strong>30-12-2005, 11:08:31</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Brother Rhys nodded.&nbsp; "We should work in the garden, in the open, until the next prayers." 
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: A Novice's Journey (1 on 1 for Shantee and slavemarkira) </strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Shantee</strong> on <strong>30-12-2005, 11:13:40</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				He nodded and slowly slid off the bed, he felt fine even though his wound was still there.. freash.. but the dizzyness had left him.&nbsp; "I will go ahead and get started alright." He asked softly...
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: A Novice's Journey (1 on 1 for Shantee and slavemarkira) </strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>slavemarkira</strong> on <strong>30-12-2005, 11:20:55</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Brother Rhys nodded, his hands clenching and unclenching as he struggled with himself. 
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: A Novice's Journey (1 on 1 for Shantee and slavemarkira) </strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Shantee</strong> on <strong>30-12-2005, 11:30:32</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				He quickly went outside, where he went to work picking weeds, and such fromt he garden...
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: A Novice's Journey (1 on 1 for Shantee and slavemarkira) </strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>slavemarkira</strong> on <strong>30-12-2005, 11:32:30</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Brother Rhys collected himself, and went to join the young novice at work.&nbsp; 
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: A Novice's Journey (1 on 1 for Shantee and slavemarkira) </strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Shantee</strong> on <strong>30-12-2005, 11:37:34</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				HE continued working hard, keeping his eyes on his work, and went walking down one of the lines of herbs that were growing there towards Brother Rhys... Holding a basket full of weeds, rocks, and other things that were not suppose to be in the garden.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: A Novice's Journey (1 on 1 for Shantee and slavemarkira) </strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>slavemarkira</strong> on <strong>30-12-2005, 21:34:09</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Brother Rhys was busy pulling weeds, trying not to notice Brother Jonathan. 
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: A Novice's Journey (1 on 1 for Shantee and slavemarkira) </strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Shantee</strong> on <strong>30-12-2005, 21:38:32</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				He kept walking and didn't see a root that had looped up above ground and was waiting for him to pass it which was right close to Brother Rhys. Having that big basket in his harms he couldn't see the root so walked right into the little trap.<br><br>He felt the root take his foot a little to late, he let out a yelp as he fell, and just so happened to be right on Brother Rhys.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: A Novice's Journey (1 on 1 for Shantee and slavemarkira) </strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>slavemarkira</strong> on <strong>30-12-2005, 21:59:31</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Brother Rhys twisted to catch his fall, and Jonathan landed against him.&nbsp; Their bodies pressed together, front to front, and Brother Jonathan for the first time could feel the sinful hardness of the older brother.&nbsp; 
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: A Novice's Journey (1 on 1 for Shantee and slavemarkira) </strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Shantee</strong> on <strong>30-12-2005, 22:04:51</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				He had his eyes closed when he started falling down, feeling himself land on Brother Rhys, and felt that sinful hardness aginst him. He slowly opened his eyes, blushing lightly already, and gulped lightly. "Sorry Brother Rhys... my leg got caught on something..." He stuttered out and could still feel his leg caught in the root. "Seems like one of the plants.. doesn't want to let go." He stated out nervously and laughed softly...
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: A Novice's Journey (1 on 1 for Shantee and slavemarkira) </strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>slavemarkira</strong> on <strong>30-12-2005, 22:09:56</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Brother Rhys took in a deep breath.&nbsp; "I'll have to push you up, then."&nbsp; He puts his hands against the novice's chest and pushes him up to a kneeling position...which has him straddling Brother Rhys. 
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: A Novice's Journey (1 on 1 for Shantee and slavemarkira) </strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Shantee</strong> on <strong>30-12-2005, 22:15:14</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				He nodded. "Alright." He sat up best he could and with Brother Rhys's help he made it.. But found this even more embarrassing... He tried to stand up but the root held him in such a way he couldn't pull himself up. He reached back and started to try to get the root off without hurting the plant.. though it might have caused him to rub aginst the buldge Brother Rhys probably had.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: A Novice's Journey (1 on 1 for Shantee and slavemarkira) </strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>slavemarkira</strong> on <strong>30-12-2005, 23:17:40</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Brother Rhys groaned as Brother Jonathan moved on him.&nbsp; The friction and warmth against his manhood was almost too good.&nbsp; 
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: A Novice's Journey (1 on 1 for Shantee and slavemarkira) </strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Shantee</strong> on <strong>30-12-2005, 23:23:33</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				He heard the groan and looked down at Brother Rhys... Blushing rather horribly. "Sorry..." He tried to franticly get his leg free from the root and in his panic fumbled with it... not doing a very good job. He didn't want to be the cause of Brother Rhys's fall or sin... he would be rather upset with himself at being so clumbsy... Though all this moving and rubbing wasn't doing him any good either... though it definately wasn't as bad as brother Rhys's.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: A Novice's Journey (1 on 1 for Shantee and slavemarkira) </strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>slavemarkira</strong> on <strong>31-12-2005, 07:53:08</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Brother Rhys could see the young novice was panicking.&nbsp; And probably perilously close to calling for help, which would condemn them both.&nbsp; He set up, and did the only thing he could think to do.&nbsp; He kissed him, holding him close.&nbsp; Pressing his lips against the young's man's, and oh how sweet those tender lips were against his. 
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: A Novice's Journey (1 on 1 for Shantee and slavemarkira) </strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Shantee</strong> on <strong>31-12-2005, 07:58:10</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				He struggled with the roots when suddenly, he was pulled close, and felt a pair of soft warm lips pressing to his own.&nbsp; He was shocked, his eyes widdening, and blushing worse if that were possible. His heart beat wildly at the new sinsation of being kissed by another man... it was a strange new feeling... He closed his eyes though...&nbsp; it calmed him down though mainly because he was shocked. He didn't know what he should do about this situation... confused again on what to do.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: A Novice's Journey (1 on 1 for Shantee and slavemarkira) </strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>slavemarkira</strong> on <strong>31-12-2005, 08:12:30</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				The fact that Brother Jonthan didn't struggle emboldened Brother Rhys, to kiss him again, even as his hands moved to free his foot from the root.&nbsp; He pulled the young novice up with him, noting the pain as he tried to put weight on the twisted ankle.&nbsp; "Put your arm around me, Brother.&nbsp; We'll get you inside." 
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: A Novice's Journey (1 on 1 for Shantee and slavemarkira) </strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Shantee</strong> on <strong>31-12-2005, 08:26:03</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				His chest tightened again as he was kissed again and felt a bit weird being kissed by a guy.. but... strangely it felt nice. He felt his foot finally set free and calmed down alot more... He held onto Brother Rhys mainly becaus he finally felt the pain in his ankle. "A.. alight..." He hesitantly put his arm around Brother Rhys's sholders and allowed him to help him inside. Once there he sat on the bed, making sure ot keep off his ankle, and stared down shyly. Still blushing rather horribly.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: A Novice's Journey (1 on 1 for Shantee and slavemarkira) </strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>slavemarkira</strong> on <strong>31-12-2005, 10:51:49</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				"I'm sorry...." Brother Rhys started, and then trailed off.&nbsp; He stood still.&nbsp; He had *definitely* crossed the line, and he wasn't sure what to do now. 
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: A Novice's Journey (1 on 1 for Shantee and slavemarkira) </strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Shantee</strong> on <strong>31-12-2005, 10:58:31</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				He didn't know what was happening to him... he... wanted more... that kissing stuff made his skin tingle... and rubbing aginst Brother Rhys had felt so nice... but he shouldn't feel like this... why did he want more it was wrong... He bit his bottom lip, he slowly stood to his feet on his good foot,&nbsp; holding onto Brother Rhys's robe slightly, and&nbsp; leaned closer to him. <br><br>He stared up at Brother Rhys shyly, breathing a little iregularly... he wanted to feel those lips aginst his again... he didn't understand it and knew it was wrong.. but he still wanted it... He leaned up hesitantly and gave Brother Rhy's lips a soft kiss, seeming to be experimenting to see if it would give him that tingling feeling again. It did of course. "B... Brother Rhys..." He stated softly...
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: A Novice's Journey (1 on 1 for Shantee and slavemarkira) </strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>slavemarkira</strong> on <strong>31-12-2005, 16:51:09</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Brother Rhys was startled, to feel Brother Jonathan against him, to feel those lips again.&nbsp; He pressed back, tasting him hungrily.&nbsp; He was damned, truly damned, because that sweetness was more transcendent than any prayer.&nbsp; 
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: A Novice's Journey (1 on 1 for Shantee and slavemarkira) </strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Shantee</strong> on <strong>31-12-2005, 17:04:41</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				He closed his eyes as he felt Brother Rhys kiss him back rather hungrily and his cheeks burned brightly. Why was he doing this? He shouldn't it was aginst the rules and a sin... But... it felt so nice to kiss and be kissed even if it was by a man... A man he admired and looked up too... one who took care of him...<br><br>He rested his hands on his chest and slowly relaxed in Brother Rhys's arms... going purely on instinct, physical need, and feeling.. Though his kisses were timid and in-experianced.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: A Novice's Journey (1 on 1 for Shantee and slavemarkira) </strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>slavemarkira</strong> on <strong>31-12-2005, 17:08:24</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Brother Rhys eased them back to the bed.&nbsp; The young novice didn't need any more strain on his ankle.&nbsp; They were sitting now, and Brother Rhys threaded the fingers of one hand carefully in the dark silken hair.&nbsp; Careful not to touch the wound.&nbsp; He pulled his head gently forward and kissed him again.&nbsp; 
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: A Novice's Journey (1 on 1 for Shantee and slavemarkira) </strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Shantee</strong> on <strong>31-12-2005, 18:17:56</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				He sat down slowly with him and stared up at Brother Rhys shyly.<br><br>He closed his eyes again as he felt the fingers go through his black hair and obviously liked that bit. He kissed back gently and seemed a bit hesitant being this was rather new to him.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: A Novice's Journey (1 on 1 for Shantee and slavemarkira) </strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>slavemarkira</strong> on <strong>31-12-2005, 18:35:51</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				"I...I desire you, Brother Jonathan.&nbsp; Your beauty, your gentleness.&nbsp; It seems wrong, somehow, for it to be a sin to want to touch you."&nbsp; Brother Rhys kissed him again, and kept stroking his hair.&nbsp; "Surely your beauty was given you by the Lord." 
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: A Novice's Journey (1 on 1 for Shantee and slavemarkira) </strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Shantee</strong> on <strong>31-12-2005, 18:39:55</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				He kept his eyes closed, enjoying the fingers running slowly through his hair, and kissed back when ever he was kissed. "B.. Brother Rhys... I ... am not that beautiful... I... have never done this before... heh... but... it.. feels nice." He stuttered out unsure of his words.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: A Novice's Journey (1 on 1 for Shantee and slavemarkira) </strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>slavemarkira</strong> on <strong>31-12-2005, 18:41:14</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				"You *are* beautiful.&nbsp; I wish I had an artist's gift, to preserve it forever."&nbsp; Brother Rhys kissed him again, and again, pulling him closer.&nbsp; Rubbing a hand down his back.&nbsp; 
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: A Novice's Journey (1 on 1 for Shantee and slavemarkira) </strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Shantee</strong> on <strong>31-12-2005, 22:27:01</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				He blushed as he was compliment and stared up at Brother Rhys still a little shocked that a man could feel this way about another man. "Brother Rhys..." He smiled slightly and kissed him back, not really thinking straight, and enjoying the feel of the hand venturing down his back.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: A Novice's Journey (1 on 1 for Shantee and slavemarkira) </strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>slavemarkira</strong> on <strong>31-12-2005, 22:35:14</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				"What is it, Brother Jonathan?"&nbsp; Brother Rhys moves his mouth down to kiss along the novice's jaw and onto his neck.&nbsp; 
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: A Novice's Journey (1 on 1 for Shantee and slavemarkira) </strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Shantee</strong> on <strong>31-12-2005, 22:40:24</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				"I... well... we... shouldn't should we? But... it&nbsp; feels rather.. good..." He shivered as his neck was kissed at, it being rather sinsitive, and tilted his head to the side so he could do what ever he desired to his neck. "W... what if someone... finds...out." He stuttered out and thought to himself<em>What are you thinking Johnathen! This is wrong of course you shouldn't do it... your not suppose to do sexual things at all... let alone with a man thats two big no no's in one... but... why does it feel so good to be touched like this... why.</em>
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: A Novice's Journey (1 on 1 for Shantee and slavemarkira) </strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>slavemarkira</strong> on <strong>01-01-2006, 13:47:44</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				"I don't know, Brother.&nbsp; I don't."&nbsp; And I don't care at the moment, Brother Rhys thought to himself.&nbsp; 
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: A Novice's Journey (1 on 1 for Shantee and slavemarkira) </strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Shantee</strong> on <strong>01-01-2006, 23:13:29</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				He knew that Brother Rhys probably had more experiance in this area then he did and just let him do as he liked. He kept his neck tilted to the side, shivering softly at the kisses on his neck, and pressed close to him.&nbsp; He desided to test out to see if Brother Rhys liked it as well.. though his mind and heart said no... everything else said yes. He leaned in a little and lightly kissed his neck once experimenting slightly and blushing horribly.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: A Novice's Journey (1 on 1 for Shantee and slavemarkira) </strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>slavemarkira</strong> on <strong>02-01-2006, 04:23:34</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Brother Rhys sighed softly and shuddred as Brother Johnathan kissed his neck.&nbsp; He pulled back enough to see the novice's blushing face, and cupped one heated cheek in his hand.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: A Novice's Journey (1 on 1 for Shantee and slavemarkira) </strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Shantee</strong> on <strong>02-01-2006, 04:44:18</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				He felt like maybe he did something wrong and stared up at Brother Rhys shyly...&nbsp; He glanced down slightly as his cheek was cupped. "Brother Rhys.. I... Sorry...." He felt like he should appologize.. he shouldn't have kissed his neck like that.. it must have upset his older brother.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: A Novice's Journey (1 on 1 for Shantee and slavemarkira) </strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>slavemarkira</strong> on <strong>02-01-2006, 04:47:51</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				"Nothing to be sorry for.&nbsp; It was wonderful."&nbsp; Brother Rhys kissed him again. "We should get out of our tunics.&nbsp; They've been soiled by the fall."
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: A Novice's Journey (1 on 1 for Shantee and slavemarkira) </strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Shantee</strong> on <strong>02-01-2006, 05:34:34</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				He smiled slightly and was glad that it was alright... "Alright..." He stated softly... and didn't object to it.. they were dirty...<br><br>He slid off the robe that went over the thin one under it and for some reason felt a bit embarrassed by removing clothes infront of Brother Rhys.. Exspecially after finding out he liked as more then a brother...
			</dd>
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