Adventure Time[callypso/open]

[Kari Muffin]

(( OOC: XD .... awesome. ))

Kafziel remained hidden, though she strained to hear what everyone was saying. She wanted to hear a story!

Rosemary eyed the Esterberry. He must have been stupid. Aces weren't people. That was simply a rule of thumb. They had no magic, they had no way to change their suit, they had no aspirations and most of them were as dumb as paste.

Though it was quite clear that this one wasn't one of the Aces that was dumb as paste. Rosemary's ears perked as focused on the little creature. Though the story seemed to be taken from several different sources, it was interesting. Which was more than she could say for the tales of Tulgey told by the outside world. If he had picked that story to tell her she probably would have just walked away with Kafziel to leave them in the middle of nowhere.

As it was she was actually impressed with the Ace. An Ace. Who would have thought that would happen. "Congratulations," she said with a smile. "If you'll follow me I'll lead you both out of the Woods."

She grinned down at the Ace. It took a good deal of her will power to refrain from pinching his cheeks and hugging him. "You shouldn't step foot anywhere near here. There are far too many people in the Wood who would want your pelt and be completely unconvinced by your manners. And you're entirely too cute to be made into a handbag." She turned to Esterberry. "And you, sir, should know better. Listen to your parents when they tell you that Tulgey is dangerous. Because I can assure you that plenty of people would have just killed you."

The wolf squirrel's tail curled as she motioned for them to walk ahead of her. She wasn't going to let them walk behind her.

"Stay there Kafziel," she called out to her daughter. She knew the girl wouldn't listen but she had to at least say something.

[drewsky]

((EPIC story))

Xopek listened intently to the story Emery told. It was a good tale one worthy of legend and myth. Once again Xopek was amazed at how smart Emery was. He knew he wasnt dumb like aces were supposed to be, but he had the brain of an Esterberry.

"Wow Emery that was a great story."

Xopek let out a deep sigh of relief. Were getting out alive he thought to himself.

"I understand. Thank you very much for leading us out of the woods. Im sorry about my earlier angry outburst."
Xopek started walking with the strange mix towards the edge of the forest. He glanced over at Emery and gave him a look saying "see. we got out fine." He glanced at the card leading them and again was starteld at her fur.

"Miss, if you could would you tell me about your fur? Its really interesting." Xopek asked catiously.

[Callypso]

((OOC: Thanks!! Nice touch with the "handbag" reference XD))

Emery could have cried. He just couldn’t believe their luck. Was she really going to lead them out of the Wood?! Hearts be praised! He wasn’t very spiritual, but he paused a moment to thank Ellen for her story. His “sister” had now saved his furry little butt twice, and he vowed he would do something worthwhile in honor of her memory. The Villa/Highlander was surprised he had even remembered the lengthy tale. Then again, that had been his most asked for story when he was a child.

The tension had eased itself out of his body and he gently flapped his wings to regain some circulation. The Ace had barely moved since he began his task and he was feeling cramped. He now had the luxury of feeling cramped, he quickly reminded himself.

He took the biped’s lecture considerably well, uncomfortably running his claw through his mane and flushing lightly. Of course, everything she said was horribly true. (Was he imagining it, or was the Queen practically beaming at him?) Either way, he wasn’t about to step a single toe out of line. That sword had looked well-kept. Humility washed over him and he bowed his head apologetically.

Yes, m’lady. We won’t make the same mistake twice.

A shudder shook his entire body. Yeah, he was never coming back to the Tulgey again. Not if he could help it.

He turned to Xopek and flashed a bashful grin, Thanks!, before turning to follow the wolf-squirrel’s lead. Her instructions directed toward the tree distracted him for a moment… Kafziel? Was that the ghostly creature they had been speaking to earlier?

Beg pardon, m’lady, but would you please accept our apologies on behalf of... ah, Kafziel? We really meant no harm and hope we didn’t scare her. We were just desperate.

Emery glanced back toward his Esterberry friend just in time to catch the smug look. Oh, he knew that face. They hadn’t been traveling that long together, but the Ace was already well versed in Xopek’s “told you so!” expression. Emery returned the volley with a narrowing of the eyes and saucy tilt of the head as if to say, “I’m picking the next place," then turned his head inquiringly toward the Queen wondering if she would answer Xopek's question.

[Kari Muffin]

Kazifel peered out from her hiding spot to watch the group disappear. She heard the one that seemed to be an Ace, hear ears twitching curiously. Maybe she should follow them from a distance.

Rosemary rubbed her temples. Outsiders. Maybe it was just these two who were enjoyed trying their luck? The story would be completely different if they were outside of the Wood, but they were still acting like this was some sort of casual outing. Even if they were close to the Edge there were still dangerous creatures throughout the Wood. Heaven only knew where a Jubjub nest could be.

She didn't answer the apology as she motioned for them to pick up the pace with her sword. "Kafziel can still hear you, Ace," she commented as she eyed their surroundings. "Right now we just need to move straight. Watch your step. The Wood isn't a place for a stroll."

She snorted at the question about her fur. Esterberries. This is why she wasn't going to step in the region unless she had several burly body guards. "It's a curse," she rolled her eyes.