Poe's Journal Entry
The social gathering was…as much of a success as I had hoped. I ran into Lina as soon as I arrived, noticed Ace but said nothing at the time. Lina and I chatted, heading towards the bar. Rose and Ryillin found us after I let Rose know over the pearl. The bartender was great, made me some Sour Cheriade and I went out in search of Ace. I feel bad…I sorta disappeared on Rose but I wanted to find Ace first, see how he was before I called Rose over.Sure enough, found him relaxing in the hot springs above. Covered in bruises…but he says training is going well. I did let everyone know Ace was there on the pearl, I was just so excited to see him! He seems, well…calmer. He took a cigar I offered, then…. I sort of spilled my guts. But he talked some sense into me. Everyone is an adult and they will do what they want. So I am just sitting back and letting it unfold. I think the training, practicing shutting of the emotional ties to the aether…should help with this. Being able to shut off emotionally might be the only way for me to manage my emotions. Lan-I-Mata already told me it would be my biggest struggle.
Anyway, Ry showed up. Guess he saw Ace earlier and didn’t say anything. The three of us chatted until Rose showed up. Rose and I went to change…I felt awkward trying to walk by where Lina and S’anhu sat talking. But thankfully no acknowledgements were made. Once in our suits, Rose and I met back up with the guys, sitting in the water and relaxing. Rose and Ry went over to talk to Lina and S’anhu, but they didn’t come back with them. I knew immediately. Of course I did, S’anhu avoided me last night and he was doing it again. I guess I started to feel kinda crappy then. Ace offered me a hug and I remembered what he said. Kept it going through my head. I knew I needed to go then. The sooner I get to training the better. Rose and I chatted briefly, made plans for me to return to her place when I got back from Fallgourd. I also was able to give Ami the tea she had inquired about. I didn’t want her to think I forgot.
I was going to go say goodbye to Ace but he was off talking to S’anhu. But Ace knew about my training, so I am not worried. I headed off, running into Ry as I was preparing to depart. He told me further details about his trial. This is it, black mage or death…I was going to argue with him, concerned for his safety, my mind flooded with what Ace experienced. But again, Ace’s words. So I didn’t argue, simply requested he send me notice after that he is ok. Perhaps it’s cheating a little, but I need to know if someone gets hurt. He offered one better, he would come see me at Fallgourd if it did not interfere with training. I know Lan-I-Mata gives me the day off after a day of training and work using the special tea. I have been able to see others then, talk with them. Hell, I even went to the fighting ring like that. So, at least I can confirm he is ok and properly healed if needed….
Iyber has rested long enough, poor Chocobo has run for immense stretches, but I wish to be to the town by dawn.
A simple heart is drawn at the end of the entry.
