1st craft. [video]

[cheir]

[ This is a very solemn-looking young lady!

... Well, before, it was just black and several noises, one of which sounded like a different application opening entirely and some sounds of hushed frustration because you know what, technology can't love all of us, it is a fickle mistress, etc. But it's okay!! Because the aforementioned young lady is here now and looking so serious that she can't have possibly been frazzled six seconds ago!

No one will ever know. ]

Hello. My name is Fiore Forvedge Yggdmillennia, and I have a request for those liste-- ah, watching. I've been here a few weeks, and...

[ A pause. The camera slowly tilts to reveal that Fiore's actually sitting in a wheelchair, and there's a certain tightness to her features for those observant enough. As though she's in pain, but happily determined to ignore it and carry on. ]

To phrase it simply, I believe I'll be requiring quite a bit of Chroma for certain purposes, and as such, I'd like to ask if anyone would be willing to... earn it with me. Hand-holding, specifically, as anything beyond that will be entirely determined by the content of your character and only after a lengthy discussion.

[ Okay, so she might not have dealt with hugs or kisses yet, either. Please help her. ]

I understand that this may seem like a lot to ask from someone most of you don't know, but if you'd be willing to discuss this further with me, I'm sure I can find something to offer in return.

Thank you for liste-- watching.

[ It actually takes her like an additional forty seconds to turn it off after she stops speaking, but she's trying. ]

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[princeliers]

[He had not even realized she was in a wheelchair... but either way! The gigantic Zora comes over to her, 10 feet and all. He nodded at her words of thanks, gesturing her to head towards his living room area, at least he could sit there with her.]

Not a problem! I am glad that you accepted, we will hold hands and gain a lot of Chroma on this day!

[cheir]

[ Ten feet tall... that's a height she can never hope to aim for, but she smiles ruefully and guides herself towards the living room. ]

I've come to realize that I can't be too stubborn about contact in a place like this... not when it's something necessary.

[princeliers]

True, I suppose you can't...

[As they made their way to his living room area he simply turned towards her, now sitting down on a nearby rug all so that he could at least be closer to her in height. It seemed like he was still taller than her, not quite eye level, but it was enough! A chair would make him still far too high, he thought.]

However, you cannot push yourself. When it comes to things like this, there is a delicate balance! Only do what you are most comfortable with, yes?

[To make a point, he held out his hand to her.] Here.

[cheir]

Right. This is just the first step, but it may be a step I'm lingering on for awhile.

[ But she appreciates the gesture, grasping his hand with hers. She's still not really prepared for the pleasant sensation, but... surely sooner or later, she'll be used to it. ]

[princeliers]

Is that so wrong? You can easily get to know someone this way!

[He grinned as he held her much smaller hand, simply nodding at his own words.]

What is your world like, if you don't mind my asking?

[cheir]

Mm... [ She's about to say "an average one", but she's talking to a giant shark man, so she's fairly certain their worlds are vastly different. ]

It's called Earth. It holds a great many countries and continents, each one with its own rich history. Where I live now isn't as... lively as this city. There are more forests, for starters, and a much smaller town.

[princeliers]

[That's good, that she wasn't saying anything like how it was "normal" or anything like that. He didn't understand the other worlds, not yet, so he was grateful for her explanation.]

Earth... [He repeated the term, all the while a thumb of his moved over her skin, a good feeling came over him as he felt the Chroma exchange happening.]

Ah! We have many forests too! Fascinating... perhaps we will be able to find many more similarities between us the more we explain, hm? Splendid!

If you have questions as well, then please ask me! I realize that I am... unique, I suppose.

[No one ever understands just what he is.]

[cheir]

[ "Unique"... yes.

Fiore smiles, slowly shaking her head and trying to diligently clear her mind from just how pleasant the exchange feels. ]

I will admit, I... have certainly never met someone like you before. Are you typically water-dwelling? [ He's moving about just fine now, but the pool has her wondering. ]

[princeliers]

Yes, of course! But do not fret, us Zora see air and water as the same, it is of no concern at all for us.

[He can be out of the water it's fine okok.]

Were you worried for my well-being? [Being out of the water, and all.]

[cheir]

Yes. [ Simply enough, though she also says it with a bit of sheepishness. ]

I know it's rude to presume, and I didn't think you were forcing yourself unnecessarily, but...

[ Well. She just hadn't known, and Fiore isn't the type of girl who doesn't hold concerns for others. ]

I didn't want you to be uncomfortable.

[princeliers]

I am not uncomfortable in the slightest!

[He said this as he ran his thumb over her hand, feeling more tingling from the skin to skin contact.]

In fact, I am very comfortable. Being in your presence so far has been both a rewarding and thrilling experience! I am glad to have met you, truly!

[cheir]

[ Her... ears... ah. ]

The feeling is mutual. Thank you for being so kind to someone you've only just met.