[ While he is attempting to sooth her? Alkaid does hope that he is brought a sense of peace by being the one who is comforting this time. She watches his expression as he seems to pull inward--something he often does as he thinks deeply on a certain topic. She might ask in the morning what is on his mind, but, for now she decides to leave her curiosity alone. ]
I think the children would very much like that idea. And, when the festivities are announced, we should send word to Thisru and Raha if they have left. [ She slowly raises one of her hands to gently trail along his jawline. Perhaps it is odd to say or think that she has missed hearing his voice and being able to touch him. Alkaid had never thought herself a very physical affectionate person until she met him. Of course, she dotes on her sister, but she believed that to be merely be because they are family. ] A true family affair... to welcome Ishgard into the newest chapter of her life.
[ Alkaid smiles almost lazily at him. She still refrains from asking if they might be able to marry in the Church. Perhaps it is better to allow the topic to naturally come forward. She does not wish to come off as nagging or impatient for their wedding. Although, perhaps she is. He proposed so very long ago now... ]
I can't imagine Ishgard removing any tradition. Perhaps, more, offering tradition to others and inviting more into her walls. [ There have been so much lost in the wars as of late. Her fingers slip under his chin to tilt it up and she utterly relaxes into his hands. ] All of you smile so much now. I can recall walking into the city for the first time and seeing how hopeless so many were...
[ Alkaid then leans forward as much as she is able. Her forehead comes to rest against his, nudging his nose lightly. ]
And how very guarded and wary of accepting help from those on the outside you were. I always thought you wished to take the extended hand, but, were afraid of the retribution that might follow from it.
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I think the children would very much like that idea. And, when the festivities are announced, we should send word to Thisru and Raha if they have left. [ She slowly raises one of her hands to gently trail along his jawline. Perhaps it is odd to say or think that she has missed hearing his voice and being able to touch him. Alkaid had never thought herself a very physical affectionate person until she met him. Of course, she dotes on her sister, but she believed that to be merely be because they are family. ] A true family affair... to welcome Ishgard into the newest chapter of her life.
[ Alkaid smiles almost lazily at him. She still refrains from asking if they might be able to marry in the Church. Perhaps it is better to allow the topic to naturally come forward. She does not wish to come off as nagging or impatient for their wedding. Although, perhaps she is. He proposed so very long ago now... ]
I can't imagine Ishgard removing any tradition. Perhaps, more, offering tradition to others and inviting more into her walls. [ There have been so much lost in the wars as of late. Her fingers slip under his chin to tilt it up and she utterly relaxes into his hands. ] All of you smile so much now. I can recall walking into the city for the first time and seeing how hopeless so many were...
[ Alkaid then leans forward as much as she is able. Her forehead comes to rest against his, nudging his nose lightly. ]
And how very guarded and wary of accepting help from those on the outside you were. I always thought you wished to take the extended hand, but, were afraid of the retribution that might follow from it.