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precious_metals (precious_metals) wrote in valloic,
@ 2020-08-23 13:19:00

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₴ inactive: hazel levesque, ₴ inactive: hilda spellman, ₴ inactive: kassandra, ₴ inactive: zatanna zatara

Anyone in the mood for comfort food and distractions? I need gumbo immediately.

[Zee]

I found my Praetor robe and badge in my closet today. It was only one day, really. I miss my friends from home and I hope I'm a good leader for the Legion. Frank's done pretty well and I think we'll work well together. Still kind of weird sometimes. Either way, I guess there's not too much point in dwelling on it.

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	pathofnight 2020-08-23 05:34 pm UTC (link)
	Do you know where to get good gumbo here? Because I'm in. (Reply to this) (Thread)

	precious_metals 2020-08-23 05:36 pm UTC (link)
	Yeah. I kind of had to find somewhere. It's not like home, but it's close enough. I need one of Leo's fancy plates that just gives you the food you want if you think it. (Reply to this) (Parent) (Thread)

	pathofnight 2020-08-23 05:37 pm UTC (link)
	Maybe Vallo will think to gift it to you one of these days. (Reply to this) (Parent) (Thread)

	precious_metals 2020-08-23 05:39 pm UTC (link)
	It's given me some nectar and ambrosia, which is helpful in case of injuries. It'll at least help speed up the healing. But yeah. I'd like one of those plates. Or Leo. Both? Really anyone from home at this point except Octavian or any of the emperors. I'd take Apollo for sanity's sake and he'd probably drive me crazy after a day. (Reply to this) (Parent) (Thread)

	pathofnight 2020-08-23 05:41 pm UTC (link)
	It'd be nice if we had a say in who Vallo sends. Or if they send anyone at all. It's weird how some people have so many from home and others don't. There's no rhyme or reason to it. (Reply to this) (Parent) (Thread)

	precious_metals 2020-08-23 05:43 pm UTC (link)
	Yeah. I miss Frank most of all, but I don't think Vallo's overly worried about that. I'd also like to avoid ~~Juno~~ Hera. And probably ~~Jup~~ Zeus. (Reply to this) (Parent) (Thread)

	pathofnight 2020-08-23 05:44 pm UTC (link)
	I'm cosigning on the no Zeus or Hera front. I wouldn't mind meeting Hecate. (Reply to this) (Parent) (Thread)

	precious_metals 2020-08-23 05:46 pm UTC (link)
	She's pretty cool. I mean, I could be biased because she decided I was one of her favorites, but... (Reply to this) (Parent) (Thread)

	pathofnight 2020-08-23 05:48 pm UTC (link)
	She helped us bring my Aunt Hilda back to life and my coven decided to worship her instead of the Devil. Because he sucks. So much. I'd be biased about that too. (Reply to this) (Parent) (Thread)

	precious_metals 2020-08-23 05:51 pm UTC (link)
	I'm glad she was able to help you. I mean, I don't know the Devil that well, but it seems like a better choice. It's hard not to be. I know the gods aren't ever all good or all bad, but at least she gave me some help before I had to go up against Pasiphaë. To be fair, though, maybe Pasiphaë wouldn't have been so bad if Zeus wasn't Zeus. (Reply to this) (Parent) (Thread)

	pathofnight 2020-08-23 05:53 pm UTC (link)
	My father back home is awful so it was a way better choice. Zeus just seems like the guy who causes all the problems and takes none of the blame. (Reply to this) (Parent) (Thread)

	precious_metals 2020-08-23 05:58 pm UTC (link)
	Yeah. It sounds about right. Basically. And Hera. Cause you can't punish your wife for wrong-doing or whatever. So you have to punish your kids. (Reply to this) (Parent) (Thread)

	pathofnight 2020-08-23 06:00 pm UTC (link)
	They really need couples therapy. (Reply to this) (Parent) (Thread)

	precious_metals 2020-08-23 06:02 pm UTC (link)
	Yeah. I pity the therapist that has to put up with that. (Reply to this) (Parent)

	hazel/zee cigam 2020-08-23 05:43 pm UTC (link)
	Maybe dwelling on it isn't healthy but I think it's natural to have these kinds of thoughts. I often wonder how life is like back home for the 'me' there too. I bet you're a pretty great leader though. I can try my hand at gumbo too, if you'd like. And whomever you want to come over, can come over. (Reply to this) (Thread)

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precious_metals
2020-08-23 05:49 pm UTC (link)

Yeah. I miss home even with all the bullshit. We just lost a lot of people and I feel bad that I can't be there to help with the things that I need to...even if I know I'm there anyway. I'm even worried for Apollo. I mean, he's not great, but he's human right now. I hope him and Meg are okay.

I can tell you if it needs anything. I'm a pretty good judge of flavor.

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	hazel/zee cigam 2020-08-23 05:54 pm UTC (link)
	It's different, knowing that you're there but - not being able to see what happens? Kind of frustrating. I understand. Things are always going wrong where I'm from too. That would be great. And let me know what meat you want in it too, since I'm a vegetarian. I'll head to the store. (Reply to this) (Parent) (Thread)

	hazel/zee precious_metals 2020-08-23 06:00 pm UTC (link)
	Yeah. I don't think things go right back home often. But I hope it gets figured out soon. Shrimp. Please. (Reply to this) (Parent) (Thread)

	hazel/zee cigam 2020-08-23 06:07 pm UTC (link)
	I'm sure it will. Things always do, one way or another, even if it takes time. Shrimp it is. I'll find some at a fresh market or something. We should have everything else necessary at the house. (Reply to this) (Parent) (Thread)

	hazel/zee precious_metals 2020-08-23 06:11 pm UTC (link)
	Yeah. I just wish it would take a little less time sometimes. I’m just glad Diana intervened when she did. Otherwise more people and Apollo would probably be dead. Okay. Thanks, Zee. (Reply to this) (Parent) (Thread)

	hazel/zee cigam 2020-08-23 06:17 pm UTC (link)
	Oh, me too. It feels like the good times are so fleeting too. But we can try to make more of them, while we're here. No problem. I love the smell of gumbo, even if I don't eat meat. And it's nice to share with friends. (Reply to this) (Parent) (Thread)

	hazel/zee precious_metals 2020-08-23 06:48 pm UTC (link)
	We can, yeah. Being here sometimes feels a little aimless, but I’m doing my best. Never really had to figure out what I wanted outside of the Legion. I still haven’t really. You could probably make a vegan version? Maybe. For you. Or we can hope one of Leo’s plates show up and we can just wish it into existence. (Reply to this) (Parent) (Thread)

	hazel/zee cigam 2020-08-23 06:50 pm UTC (link)
	I definitely get the aimless feeling. There's a lot of potential and choice and sometimes that can be overwhelming too. That would be nice, right? I might make a meatless version for me though, just to see how it turns out. I enjoy cooking. (Reply to this) (Parent) (Thread)

hazel/zee

precious_metals
2020-08-23 08:06 pm UTC (link)

Yeah. And there’s a lot of people doing weapon training or any training already and I am good with the horses, but I don’t know. I don’t know what I want to be. Art’s a hobby. I guess I can think about it.

It would be. I miss the Argo II sometimes. Like I hate boats because I get seasick, but I miss being together. Once we’ve got it perfected, it should be fine.

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	hazel/zee cigam 2020-08-23 08:22 pm UTC (link)
	If it makes you feel better, most people don't know what they want to be even when they're supposed to be adults. But there's certainly something for you to focus on. Maybe you could give horseback riding lessons? There has to be a stable around here, with Vallo horses. Well, I'm looking forward to it. Thanks for the suggestion. (Reply to this) (Parent) (Thread)

	hazel/zee precious_metals 2020-08-23 08:49 pm UTC (link)
	I work with the horses at Skyhold, but Geralt’s mostly in control of things. Not a problem. (Reply to this) (Parent) (Thread)

	hazel/zee cigam 2020-08-23 08:55 pm UTC (link)
	There are probably other stables. Ones near the forest village, maybe? Could be worth looking into, if you wanted some extra income and something else to do. But I know school's starting soon, so there's that too. (Reply to this) (Parent) (Thread)

	hazel/zee precious_metals 2020-08-23 10:58 pm UTC (link)
	Yeah. I’ll see what’s available once I’m used to school. That guy from the group is gonna help me turn all my books into Latin and Gladio says I’m fine to record classes. (Reply to this) (Parent) (Thread)

	hazel/zee cigam 2020-08-23 11:02 pm UTC (link)
	That sounds great. I'm happy to help you study anytime too - my Latin's pretty decent. (Reply to this) (Parent) (Thread)

	hazel/zee precious_metals 2020-08-23 11:26 pm UTC (link)
	Thanks. Mostly if there’s assignments, do you mind checking them over? I mean, they might give me a pass since the whole dyslexia thing, but...you know. (Reply to this) (Parent) (Thread)

	hazel/zee cigam 2020-08-23 11:34 pm UTC (link)
	I can definitely do that. Leo will too or, well, he'll just hand you the gold star anyway. (Reply to this) (Parent) (Thread)

	hazel/zee precious_metals 2020-08-23 11:42 pm UTC (link)
	He’s very generous with them, but thanks. (Reply to this) (Parent)

	Voice Reply eagle_bearer 2020-08-23 05:57 pm UTC (link)
	What is 'gumbo'? (Reply to this) (Thread)

	Voice Reply precious_metals 2020-08-23 06:02 pm UTC (link)
	It's a kind of food. They make it where I'm from. Zee's going to try making it and I'm going to make sure it's right. I like shrimp gumbo most, but the others aren't so bad. You can make it with a lot of different meats or seafood. (Reply to this) (Parent) (Thread)

	Voice Reply eagle_bearer 2020-08-23 06:12 pm UTC (link)
	I would like to know how it is made. I have not heard of it. (Reply to this) (Parent) (Thread)

	Voice Reply precious_metals 2020-08-23 06:49 pm UTC (link)
	Do you want to come over while we make it? Then you can see. (Reply to this) (Parent) (Thread)

	Voice Reply eagle_bearer 2020-08-23 07:09 pm UTC (link)
	I would be grateful, and will hunt for whatever is needed. I can offer introductions to Ikaros, too. (Reply to this) (Parent) (Thread)

	Voice Reply precious_metals 2020-08-23 08:07 pm UTC (link)
	I think Zee’s got it. She’s going to get the shrimp and we have everything else. So just come and see how it’s made. (Reply to this) (Parent) (Thread)

	Voice Reply eagle_bearer 2020-08-23 08:09 pm UTC (link)
	Allow me to at least bring something, as thanks. (Reply to this) (Parent) (Thread)

	Voice Reply precious_metals 2020-08-23 08:51 pm UTC (link)
	Um. I guess whatever you want to? I don’t really know what we need, but you’re welcome to bring something. (Reply to this) (Parent) (Thread)

	Voice Reply eagle_bearer 2020-08-23 10:49 pm UTC (link)
	I will do so. And perhaps you can tell me where I am to go? (Reply to this) (Parent) (Thread)

	Voice Reply precious_metals 2020-08-23 11:01 pm UTC (link)
	Oh. Yeah. It’s called Shadowcrest. Would you like me to come to where you’re living? I can show you how to get here? (Reply to this) (Parent) (Thread)

	Voice Reply eagle_bearer 2020-08-24 12:12 am UTC (link)
	I stay in the Forest so I will meet you at one of the giant glowing crystals for ease, but the guidance would be appreciated. (Reply to this) (Parent) (Thread)

	Voice Reply precious_metals 2020-08-24 01:24 am UTC (link)
	Okay. I will meet you at the one by the Inn? (Reply to this) (Parent) (Thread)

	Voice Reply eagle_bearer 2020-08-24 01:39 am UTC (link)
	Yes, thank you. (Reply to this) (Parent)

	heaventopay 2020-08-23 08:46 pm UTC (link)
	It's been awhile since I've made it, but I could whip up a pot of gumbo for you, love. [Hazel] Everything all right, dear? (Reply to this) (Thread)

	precious_metals 2020-08-23 08:53 pm UTC (link)
	Thanks. Zee’s making some for me, but I’m pretty sure I always want it, so maybe later. HILDA</i> Yeah. Just stuff from home. Not bad things, but I guess it just makes me miss home some. (Reply to this) (Parent) (Thread)

	heaventopay 2020-08-24 02:54 am UTC (link)
	Of course, Hazel. You know you're always welcome over here whenever you'd like. [Hazel] I'm sorry, sweetheart. Do you want to talk about it? (Reply to this) (Parent) (Thread)

precious_metals
2020-08-24 04:33 am UTC (link)

Yeah. I know. I'll come by soon.

HILDA

There's not much to talk about? I got my praetor cloak and badge from home. I mean, they were Reyna's before me. But she stepped down and everyone voted for me. I haven't even gotten to do anything as Praetor. And there's going to be a lot of work with the number of deaths. We've had the funerals already. We're just down more people than I'd like, but that's war. ~~And I'm still dealing with~~ just hoping everything's okay back home.

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