Cha0s Gaming - Gale and Chelsea

*wakes up a little late and heads downstairs*

Happy Midwinter Chelsea. *hands you some cocoa*

Happy Midwinter, my love. *takes the cocoa and sips it* I love you so much.

I love you too. So, what did you want to do first?

I can make some food first?

Sounds delightful

*goes to make some food*

*after eating food and cleaning dishes, she sits down by the tree* Ready for gifts, love?

I suppose so.

*hands him a wrapped gift* Here you go. *smiles softly* It's not much, but I tried to get you something...I really hope you like it....

*opens gift*

With a sense of ceremonial importance, the wizard delicately opens the box. As the lid creaks open, the rich scent of ancient magic fills the air. The dark purple robe, adorned with silver magic runes, reveals itself in all its mystical glory. The runes seem to shimmer in response to the ambient warmth of the fireplace, as if awakening from a slumber. The wizard, captivated by the sight, contemplates the arcane possibilities that this enchanted garment holds on this magical Midwinter night. The dark purple robe is crafted from a luxurious, velvety fabric that drapes gracefully around the wizard. Its regal hue is deep and mysterious, absorbing and reflecting the ambient light in the cabin. Intricately embroidered with silver thread, the magic runes form an elegant tapestry that weaves around the edges and down the length of the robe. Each rune carries a unique glyph, hinting at the arcane powers stitched into the very fabric. As the robe catches the firelight, the runes shimmer and glow faintly, adding an ethereal quality to the garment. The cuffs of the robe are adorned with additional runic patterns, completing the ensemble with a touch of enchantment. The robe's design not only serves as a testament to the wizard's mastery of magic but also as a captivating spectacle, evoking wonder and awe in the cozy cabin during this special Midwinter celebration.

...Do you like it?

I love it, But, it must have cost a fortune. How ever did you manage to afford it?

....*she looks away. feeling guilty* Don't worry about it....

You're right. *lifts your chin* It's not important. It's a lovely, thoughtful gift. Thank you.

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But if something's bothering you, and it appears something is, I hope that when you're ready, you'll trust me enough to tell me.

...Would you be upset if I told you?....

I suppose it depends. But I promise I will listen and try to be understanding.

*she tesrs up*...The nights when I was "sleeping"....I wasn't....I was...earning money for your gift in the local village....I'm sorry....

Earning it how?

...You know how....My past....The way I've always had to earn money....Selling my body...

You....... you went back to that? Just to get me this? *he holds up the robe*

I had to...

*he embraces you* Sweetheart.... your happiness means more to me than any trinket or relic ever could. You could have told me, you should have told me. This was supposed to be a peaceful vacation, to get away from your past, to embrace a new begining. I'm so sorry you felt the only option you had was to go back. But I understand why you did. You wanted to keep it a surprise and earn it all on your own. I can respect that. But next time, please... just ask me for help. I won't ask why.

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*she starts crying* I just....I wanted to get you something special....I wanted to make you happy just like I always have....but that....that's all I really know to earn money....I'm so sorry....

*attempts to calm her down* It's alright, I'm not upset. Here... *hands her, her gift*

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*trying to calm down, opens the box*

Inside you find a smaller box, that when opened reveals an engagement ring. A pure arcane gem sits in the socket. Along the band a tapestry of stolen moments in time tell the story of their courtship. From her behind a bar, mug in her hand, to them walking, hand in hand in the winter snow, to the cabin, to sitting by a fire enjoying cocoa and reading their books. The inner band has an inscription written in runes that say. "For the one I never knew I needed, may this ring protect you in the ways I never could."

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What do you think?

*her tears of sorrow....turning into tears of joy....* I....*she hugs him tightly* I love you...

Is.... is that a.....

Yes

yes? *he smiles* you mean it?

Of course I mean it.

*kisses you, grabs the ring, and places it on your finger*

*looks at it and smiles* It's beautiful...I love it.

I tried to capture our journey as best I could.

23:18

And the inscription isn't just an inscription, it's a protection spell. The power in that gem will protect you on it's own should you ever need it. But it also acts as an arcane focus, should you ever wish to learn magic yourself.

.....Have you been reading my thoughts? I was going to tell you I wanna learn magic

No, I'd never invade your thoughts. But you do? You want to learn magic?

Yes...

Well, we can start whenever you're ready.

Ready when you are

First, you're going to need to understand basic runes. *opens a portal and pulls out a book* Here, study this for a while. And then we can work on using some of them.

Okay. *starts reading*