Tales of the Jewel

Ali looked at her, his eyebrows going up. "Well... it implies a more romantic level. Feelings beyond friendship. Time spent in each other's company, doing romantic things..." His free hand came to rest just above her knee, squeezing gently. "Physical aspects. Kissing. Perhaps sex." He flashed a grin...

For small games, it feels like personal stories are the way to go. Which can come from factions. But otherwise we've got, what, 0-2 people per faction, and you never know who is going to drop or be unable to really take part.

"Both of those things are very much true, Sora." Ali said, smiling wryly. "But, well, 'boyfriend' does imply somewhat more than that." He took a breath. "I rather hope those things are true as well. I just... felt I should be sure." He made a vague gesture with his free hand. "And make sure you were...

As she snuggled in, Ali kissed the top of her head, arm tightening. She would be able to tell he wasn't at full strength, solid muscles shaking just a little, but he was still healthy. "I'd very much like it, in fact." He gave her a sidelong look. "Boyfriend? Am I your boyfriend, then?" He smiled.

"Soraya..." Ali grinned at her, his eyes taking on some of that fond, playful glint they often did with her. "I am touched, truly. I don't think that I need any additional medical attention, but your presence does ease some of my pain all the same." He shifted a little, gently putting an arm around ...

Ali's eyes widened at her sudden return to consciousness. "I'm okay, I assure you." He said, raising one hand, still smiling. "I awoke... elsewhere. The doctor Faruq had taken me to his home, and ensured that I made it through the night." He grimaced. "I am not at my best, but I am out of danger." P...

Ali chuckled softly. "Good morning, princess. It is morning." He ran a hand gently down her arm. "Late morning, in fact." He paused a moment as he considered her words. "How long have you been here? I was surprised to see you..." his lips curled up. "Surprised, but pleased. Very pleased, indeed."

Ali's smile grew, as did the warmth of his gaze. For a few moments longer, he watched her, sun dancing over her skin as she hugged his shirt. Beautiful, passionate, and kind; she was truly something special. Special to him. Tilting his head, Ali regarded the sleeping princess. He'd had only a brief ...

Ali hadn't been expecting anyone. Normally a surprise intruder would have had him scrabbling for his sword. This time... he took a deep breath. Slowly, he walked over, until he stood next to the bed, eyes drinking in the sight of gorgeous Dahabi princess. He couldn't help but smile, any number of th...

With a heavy grunt, Ali pulled himself up off of the ladder, and onto the landing outside of his home. He panted, lying there, staring up at the sky. Climbing that ladder had been one of the more physically challenging things he'd done. He grimaced as he prodded at his chest, checking the bandages. ...