[ 2nd blessing - a special guest! ]

[luxoraculi]

Who: Lunafreya Nox Fleuret and you!
Broadcast: None.
Action: Yes, if aboard the SS Blameless. Which clearly means everyone should come to visit her because there is a very special guest aboard the ship now.
When: Early evening.

A - Kitchens.

[ Lunafreya is uncharacteristically excited, and for good reason. Not only does she have her beloved Prince here now along with Ignis, but she's got yet another familiar face from home. If you are aboard the Blameless, crew members or visitors alike will notice the young woman walking around with an extremely friendly looking black dog trotting at her side, looking just as pleased as she is.

She's walking all over the ship, talking to the dog in question, showing him various locations, and he seems to understand her completely. Her next stop is the kitchen, and as she pauses, her faithful companion sits down and barks. She smiles apologetically and crouches down, reaching to pet him, clearly completely unaware that there is, in fact, someone else in the kitchen as well. ]

Forgive me, Umbra, but I'm not so sure you're going to like the food they serve here...

B - The Bridge.

[ What kind of tour would it be for her beloved companion if she were not to show him the bridge of all places? Umbra looks pretty interested -- as interested as a dog can look at least, and as she explains the various functions he tips his head to the side slightly, looking at everything she's pointing out.

But he's not just paying attention to her, oh no. He's paying attention to everything. Umbra's ears twitch, and suddenly his tail is wagging as footsteps approach. As if to signal to Luna that someone is coming, he whines and barks, his front feet prancing in place excitedly because new friends! ]

--Ah, pardon us. I hope we are not in your way.

C - Various areas of the Blameless.

[ While the Blameless isn't the biggest ship in the world, she's been very careful to mention each and every detail that she can think of and show Umbra, who has been keeping a casual pace at her side this entire time. From the kitchens, to the bridge, to the various bedrooms (that she has been respectful enough to NOT go in other than her own, thank you very much), the pup is quite literally getting toted everywhere.

Come and say hello! ]

Comments

kitchens;

[maledictus_semper]

[Ardyn had finally managed to take a shuttle and leave the SS RED FISH to explore the other ships close by. The SS BLAMELESS was his destination, as he stepped out of the shuttle and boarded the new ship. He was going to see Umbra.

And Luna.

A bold move but one he wanted to make. He knew that they were on a very fine line together but resisting the cute little dog? Even a cold-hearted man such as Ardyn couldn't resist. Also, the dog was powerful in it's own right. Something Ardyn found curious. He headed towards the kitchen area and approached slowly.]

Oh, you never know. He may get to like it, eventually.

[luxoraculi]

[ Umbra seems more aware of Ardyn's appearance than Luna, at least at first. The dog's ears go flat back against his head and he growls a little because he, too, knows who this man is and what he did. But he does not make a single move towards Ardyn. He remains faithfully at the Oracle's side.

As for Luna herself, her shoulders tense for a moment, before she slowly pushes herself back to her feet to stand properly at her normal height. Unlike before, her expression is not one of anger, but it is completely unreadable. To think that the Chancellor would have the nerve to come here... ]

Chancellor Izunia. What a pleasant surprise.

[ She doesn't mean that at ALL. ]

I'm not so sure about that. Have you had the pleasure of tasting it yet?

[maledictus_semper]

You don't have to stand on ceremony, my lady. Everyone knows how you feel about me.

[He offered her a slight bow and removed his hat in greeting. Even cold-hearted killers could still retain their manners, even onto death itself. Ardyn's eyes moved over to see Umbra growling at him. Of course. Always the faithful pet to his master. It was cute, really.]

I have and I must say it really is rather disgusting. No flavour and the texture is mediocre at best.

[Was he trying to imitate Ignis a little? Perhaps.]

Can I attempt to feed Umbra or will he devour my fingers for breakfast?

[luxoraculi]

But it is the polite thing to do when in the presence of a gentleman.

[ A monster, really, but she's trying to be good and not allow her more... spunky side get the better of her. ]

I suppose it simply depends on who your ship's chef is. The one we have here is quite talented... although, I must agree with you. It isn't the same as real food.

[ Umbra perks a little at his name, but he's still eyeing Ardyn. Luna isn't afraid that the Chancellor is going to poison the dog, simply because Umbra is not stupid and would know immediately, and so she merely tips her head. ]

You may attempt if you wish, but I cannot be held responsible for what he does should he reject your offering.

[maledictus_semper]

[As always she regains her manners from being a princess of Tenebrae. It caused him to smile somewhat at her sweetness.]

I suppose it does. Is there no way we can swap our chefs if we find their food to be utterly tasteless?

[He chuckled softly and gazed down at little Umbra with his glowing amber eyes. Such a cute dog and such a beautiful master. It was a match made in heaven almost.]

If you play with fire you must realise you're bound to get burnt in the end.

[Meaning: he knows he may get bitten but he's ready for that. Looking around, Ardyn picks up a piece of space food and offered it to the dog. He slowly placed it a few feet from Umbra on the ground and walked backwards a few steps. Would the dog eat it or would he try to eat the Chancellor's fingers instead?]

[luxoraculi]

Somehow, I don't think Miss Kate would want to do that. She seems rather fond of the Blameless. You are on the Redfish, yes?

[ She's been paying attention to things, Ardyn. Mostly trying to keep an eye on you. ]

...True enough.

[ Umbra is a good boy who does not lash out or do anything unbecoming of him. He peers down at the gel that has been placed in front of him, sniffing at it and actually bothering to prod it with his nose.

It wobbles. It's clearly intriguing. And so he takes a tentative bite, chews... and then casually decides that this is okay enough to eat because magical messenger or not, he's... he's still a dog. And dogs will eat most anything. ]

Well, it appears I've been proven wrong.

kitchen »

[ladybro]

[ upon arrival in the galley, she'll find it currently occupied. not only by kate (the blameless's cook) but also by another dog, too. he's an older beast -- missing one eye but contentedly curled up under the table while his mistress works by the counter.

contentment turns to mild, natural concern when umbra shows up. lucky lets out a soft woof deep in the back of his throat. the intent is to alert kate more than it is to warn off any intruders. and, sure enough, she turns away from the cutting board with a chef's knife still in one hand. ]

Easy, Lucky. I know you're used to being top dog around here but you'll hafta learn how to share. [ she wipes the blade on her apron before setting it aside and holding a palm out to the new(er) face. ] Don't worry. He's a good boy -- [ lucky's tail thumps at the praise. ] And he plays well with others.

[luxoraculi]

[ Umbra takes notice of Lucky before he barks, and almost immediately his tail begins wagging. He doesn't approach, though, because he isn't sure. So he peers up at Luna, and then Kate, and then back to Lucky.

Lunafreya herself simply smiles, lifting a hand in greeting to poor Kate, and offering her a polite, apologetic bow. ]

Forgive me, Kate. I did not mean to disturb you. [ As she straightens, her gaze falls onto Lucky, and her smile widens. She loves dogs. ]

What a handsome boy. May I pet him? [ At her side, Umbra whines, and the Oracle chuckles a little. ] Ah, this is Umbra, by the way. He is a companion from my homeworld.

[ladybro]

Sure thing. [ kate's offer of a handshake goes unanswered, so she shrugs -- instead busying herself with untying the apron. ] C'mere, Lucky.

[ the mutt rises to his feet and takes a few stiff steps towards the rest of them. he takes some time to warm up his joints. a good dog, yeah, but he'd suffered a lot well before he came into hawkeye's care. he sidles up to kate's legs and leans against her for a moment before venturing nearer to lunafreya -- head up and cocked, ready to say hello to the other dog when invited. ]

I guess you could call Lucky my companion, too. Only I share him with someone else in the fleet. So he's only here on the Blameless some of the time.

i really suck i didn't even see the part where kate was trying to shake her hand I'M SORRY

[luxoraculi]

[ Luna's doggy-distraction quickly fades when she realizes, much to her horror, that Kate had been attempting to shake her hand. So she's quick to react, near clumsily grasping onto the other woman's hand for a quick shake, her apologetic smile widening even more so. ]

Forgive me, I just... [ ...Is there really any excuse? Well, yes. One, and it's truthful, and her free hand gestures to the dog at Kate's side: ] Lucky is adorable. I was being rude. Please, forgive me.

[ A mental note to stop getting distracted by dogs and cute things like Noctis. She peers down at the pup in question, finally releasing Kate's hand and crouching down to lightly stroke over his head with a hand. Umbra rather happily approaches his fellow canine, tail wagging placidly as he sits in front of Lucky. ]

That's very nice of you. I also plan to share Umbra, so you and I are one in the same in that aspect.

it's cool. kate's hard to offend, anyway.

[ladybro]

[ she shrugs -- it is what is is, and frankly kate had simply assumed it to be a quirk of wherever the young woman was from. far more interesting, of course, is the sight of lucky making his introductions with umbra. a cautious sniff; a meeting of noses; a happy little bark. lucky's pushing on old(ish), but he's spirited when he wants to be. his one good eye bright and his tongue lolling. ]

Oh? That's neat. It'll be nice not to be the only person splitting custody of a dog around here. What's the other ship? [ ... ] Whenever he's not here, Lucky's over on the First Breath with a guy named Clint.

[luxoraculi]

[ As Luna straightens once more, she watches the two dogs interacting. She's glad to see that they're getting along; Umbra barks happily in return, tail thumping excitedly against the ground. He's good, though, he seems to sense that Lucky is older than him, and opts to simply stand up on his hind legs to give his new friend a lick on the cheek, before he sits back down patiently. ]

Umbra will be on the Wonderduck with-- [ --what IS Noctis to her right now? She's got no idea, but he hasn't denied that they're still engaged, so... ] --my fiancé, Noctis. Noctis has only just arrived, so I think it will do him some good to have a little familiarity from home.

[ladybro]

Fiancé? [ a low whistle. kate wonders, of course, why they're on different ships still -- but she doesn't press it. it's none of her business, anyway. ] Me and Clint are nothing like that. And I mean nothing. [ her laughter is awkward. ] We used to work together.

B

[padadin]

[As a pilot, of course Shiro spends a lot of time on the bridge. He's coming back with a warm cup of tea, ready to check the systems, and raises an eyebrow when he finds her with a... dog? Yes, that's a dog! A very cute one, with a mark on his nose that reminds Shiro of his own.]

It's alright, Lunafreya, you aren't. Is this guy yours? [He crouches and offers his human hand to sniff.]

[luxoraculi]

[ Smiling brightly, the young woman nods her head, and Umbra is more than happy to trot close to Shiro and sniff at his hand, before sitting obediently, lifting a paw, and placing it right into Shiro's hand to shake. ]

Indeed he is. His name is Umbra, and he has been one of my most faithful companions at home. [ The other being Pryna, but... well, she's not here. ]

[padadin]

[Aww, look at that. Shiro chuckles and gladly shakes that paw - it's not the strangest thing he's done in space to be honest. After the shaking is done, he slowly reaches to scratch the dog behind the ears, if he's allowed.]

Hello, Umbra. You look really smart. [He looks up at her and gives her a nod of understanding.] And you arrived here with him?

[luxoraculi]

[ Umbra's tail wags so fast and hard it's almost a blur as Shiro begins petting him, and it's quite clear that he's a happy camper at the attention. The compliment has him barking happily, too! ]

He is. [ She chuckles as well, glad to see the two getting along so well. At Shiro's question, though, she shakes her head. ] No, not exactly. When I arrived here, I was alone. But there is a temple on the planet, and after a few... mishaps it gifted me with Umbra. I am very fortunate indeed.

[padadin]

[This is too damn cute. A smiling Shiro keeps petting, encouraged by his reaction, and internally glad he still can give a good pet - when was the last time he even touched a dog? This is kinda nostalgic, and suddenly Shiro looks forward to having Umbra around.]

A gift from home... I didn't know those were possible. [What are the chances to find a giant lion mecha, he wonders.] Finding a friend and not just a thing really is fortunate. I hope he adapts well to space.

[luxoraculi]

[ Umbra is an extremely happy pup right now, leaning into Shiro's touch. He's looking up at the poor man with big, dark, adoring eyes. ]

I was not aware, either. I have heard other people found weapons and the such, but I was extremely surprised to find Umbra within the box I was gifted with. I was afraid I would never see him again.

[ The dog in question seems to understand that, and his ears flatten a little bit at her words, but his tail never once stops thumping against the ground. ]

C - but actually it's just Luna's room so scandalous

[runawayprince]

[After catching up, having finally been allowed to do so off of the Marsiva, Noctis couldn't help but be drawn to the nearest flat surface he could find in her space and in this case it wound up being her bed. Was it wholly appropriate for him to be sleeping in Luna's bed? That seemed to be up in the air as the two of them tried to feel out what their relationship was to one another. In his mind, they were definitely still engaged, and yet they had done nothing more than innocently hold hands since his time with her in person as the two of them explored the planet's surface before making their way back to her ship.

Once they reach her room, Noctis lets out a yawn, stretching as he makes his way towards her bed to make himself at home.]

Sleepy... [He mumbles, sprawling out on his back as he kicked his shoes off to the end of her bed. Luna and Umbra were both with him and even if Prompto and Gladio were still missing, he hadn't felt this at ease in days... maybe weeks.]

gasps this will be in all the papers clearly

[luxoraculi]

[ Luna can't quite stop the amused smile tugging at the corners of her lips -- it's been a long day full of planet exploring, dog walking, and just fun in general. It's been wonderful having Noctis around, and yet she feels almost guilty about it. He has duties on his own ship too, and she should be encouraging him to try and get to know his crew mates as well, make a few friends...

...and yet, as she watches him sprawl out on her bed, the more selfish part of her decides that can wait. She can talk to him about that another day. Once Umbra has joined them in the room, she closes the door behind her with a soft click, giggling when Umbra jumps up onto the bed next to the poor sleepy prince, curling up at his side.

Luna herself kicks her high heels off and takes a seat at the edge of the bed, reaching to lightly brush Noctis' bangs out of his face. ]

Nap time, then, is it?

[runawayprince]

Mm. Maybe a short one... [He yawns again, reaching to lazily pet Umbra while Luna decided to pet Noctis himself. Turning towards her slightly, Noctis rolls to his side to give Umbra more room and perhaps even Luna herself. It wasn't a Queen sized bed so it would probably be a tight fit.]

I had fun today walking around.

[He'd gotten to explore with her and now he was able to relax with her and Umbra.]

[luxoraculi]

Even after all these years, you still love your naps. [ She giggles, especially so as Umbra shifts to take up even more of the small bed when Noctis moves onto his side. She shifts a little to begin pulling the covers up and over both of them, but there is room...

...and so after a brief moment of hesitation, she very carefully climbs in to lay on her side facing Noctis, dragging the blanket up and over both them and the pup in question, who has already closed his eyes, looking pretty darned content to have both of his favorite people in one place. ]

I did, too. I'm also glad we went to that restaurant... Ignis should be finding out where he's going to be soon, and I'm glad we managed to order something for him too when he gets off of the Marsiva. It will be better than what he's had the last few days, I'm sure.

[ The food that has been stored in the refrigerator for the moment, that is. Seafood doesn't last long without refrigeration, at least. ]

[runawayprince]

[The weight of the bed shifted slightly as Luna crawled beneath the covers with him and Umbra. It made him feel nostalgic for the time they had shared in Tenebrae, but it also made him aware of how much the two of them had changed. Trying to ignore his quickened pulse was easier said than done in a situation like this and yet he welcomed her presence all the same.]

Naps are totally how I got taller than you.

[With his eyes closed, he speaks so seriously that it might as well be fact. As for Ignis, there were still feelings that Noctis had yet to sort through.]

Ignis is a good sport. Even if it were gross he'd still eat whatever you give him because it's the polite thing to do and it's you, so I'm not worried.

[luxoraculi]

[ As she drops her head down onto the pillow next to his, she's glad that he doesn't seem to mind that she's occupying the space next to him. It's only after she gets comfortable does she realize just how close they currently are, though -- she can imagine that this would be considered highly inappropriate at home.

But this isn't home, and they aren't going to get chances like this there, so she is willing to push formalities aside for now to simply relax with Noctis so long as he will have her. ]

Is that how that happened? I can't argue that, considering your distaste for vegetables. But how long did it take for you to grow taller than me, hm?

[ While he sounds serious, she sounds extremely amused, even as she brings a hand up to lightly trail through his hair again. It's good to see him so relaxed, he deserves it after everything he's been through lately. ]

He seems very polite, but I would not want to force something on him. I do hope he likes it, though.

[ She very much wants Noctis's friends to like her, and not just because it's her. She hopes that she can earn Ignis's friendship and trust at some point. ]