Tales of the Jewel

Oh yeah, mechanics were definitely good.

Smiling, Ali took her hand, bringing it to his lips. "Well said, princess. And I cannot imagine you being otherwise." He kissed her hand again, this time on her wrist, lips lingering. "I find myself wishing that I were not quite so injured. If I weren't, perhaps I could be more honest and forthright...

Thank you for running! I will second that you did a terrific job, and I look forward to the next one. On D1, while on patrol with Arash, you had me roll per/inv. Was that just random crime, or was there something exciting there? I kept worrying that I missed my shot at some plot due to not spending ...

Kezia was neat! I enjoyed reading her, and I enjoyed the thread we had. Alas that it was just the one, but, well, such is the nature of things.

Did you do everything you wanted with her? Were there elements of her that we didn't get to see?

What are your vague plans for the future with her?

Ali's lips parted, and then pressed together. "A favor from Lady Majdala." He echoed. For a few moments, he didn't say anything. Finally, he shook his head. "I do not know what I would ask for. But be careful, Sora. It is said that the favor of a Khadi is a double-edged sword. Beware of how it might...

Awake. Ali woke with a start. Even wounded, he could tell he was not in a familiar place. He reached for a dagger that wasn't there, muttered a curse when he failed to find it. And then winced, sinking back down, as the sudden move sent pain shooting through him. Okay. Calm down. Take a breath. He ...

Ali laughed at that. "Goodness, no, nothing like that. I've been hurt worse..." His lips quirked. "Admittedly, I can't think of when , but I'm fairly certain." He started to pull on the shirt, then stopped. "Oh! Right. I should congratulate you on your victory by proxy. A Moto..." He shook his head,...

"Not bad. They're bandaged, but you can tell I've been injured." He gave her a gentle smile. "If you need to look away, I won't be offended." Slowly, wincing a little he tugged his shirt off, grunting as he pulled it up over his head. There were three bandages, two applied simply, the other wrapped ...

Ali smiled. "Company. You. Perhaps a few kisses, here and there." His eyes glinted at her. Then, suddenly, he frowned. "Actually, I could stand to be back in my own clothing." He spread his arms; indeed, what he wore was a little tight about the shoulders. "If you're done with my shirt... or you cou...

Ali tilted his head, considering that. "Perhaps its different for different people. I've always felt that romance comes on top of friendship, so to speak. As long as we're in the same place, I am happy." He chewed his lip, considering that a moment. With a moment of consideration, he could see how i...