Let them be washed away. By small droplets of rain

[ex_empoison405]

♥ Who: Alfyn + YOU
♥ Where: around the place! Depends...!
♥ When: March
♥ What: Backdated March event log because I'm a rebel.
♥ Rating: G rated for now! Will up rate if anything changes.



[A. Rain]

[ Plants that need help being located elsewhere? No problem! Alfyn is on the case. He is so on the case that he didn't even wear proper clothes to protect himself from the rain and enduring the rain as he got to work.

Where was his umbrella? Well. He might've approached you and had his own over your head to protect you from the rain, not regarding himself. Assuring you that you can even keep it. Or perhaps you witnessed him lend his away to someone else.

Regardless, you were approached as he was handling an armful of plants that were uprooted with care to be moved to another spot. ]

Did you need some help there? Might wanna wear gloves or be careful with those. Their thorns aren't as bad as roses, but can still get ya.

[A2. Closed to CR]

[Maybe the refreshing rain and being around so many different plants has put Alfyn in such a blissful mood. The rain felt good, he was helping to relocating plants, helping to keep anyone dry if they don't care for getting wet, and being able to be humored by those who let the apothecary share his knowledge on the flowers they were handling together.

But he's reached a hand out to you, whether you're unprotected from the rain like him or if you are sheltered with proper rain wear/an umbrella. ]

You ever danced in the rain before...? You don't have to be good at it or anything. Just be willing!


[B. Let's make Flower crowns. Or play with each other's hair.]

[ The ponytail that pulled his blonde hair back seems to be a lot longer than the last time you saw the apothecary. It used to be just long enough to pull his hair into a messy short ponytail to get it out of his face. But now it seems long enough to make a braid with. And he might've messed with it every now and then, not used to his hair being this long. Ever.

He isn't used to getting his hair taken care of so he might be a hint tense as you work your fingers through his hair. But he trusts you! Just. Feels out of his territory here.

But he's also glad to be putting flowers in your hair and making flower crowns with you! Something more familiar to him, as he recalled making crowns together with his childhood friend, Zeph when they were just boys. (Spring season at the Riverlands were beautiful, if you asked Alfyn.) So don't mind Alfyn going the extra mile and explaining why he picked these specific flowers for you. ]

[C. Wildcard.]

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B

[original_is_best]

[When Alfyn mentioned hair, he hadn't thought too much of it. In their previous meeting Alfyn had seemed amiable enough. He wasn't a touchy-feely guy, but he also wasn't repulsed by such things.

And he also didn't view such things in a normal way. When Alfyn brought up hair, he assumed that Alfyn just needed some help putting his in order. After all, Verstael himself had also suffered from some sudden hair growth. It wasn't impossible to deal with. He had his own neatly tied back already, to the extent that someone might not notice anything different besides the fact that his bangs were longer than normal. But, perhaps Alfyn didn't know what to do with that much hair.

So he quite quickly assisted him with tying it back. There. Completely functional. That would be good enough, right? While he didn't tug, his touch was not particularly gentle, either.]

There. That should put the problem in order.

[Because wanting to do hair must mean simply getting it out of the way. What else would someone want to do with hair?]

A

[twistedempathy]

[Hey, Alfyn. Remember how much you liked how soft Will's hair was? He has a lot more of it now, enough that he'll probably be accidentally sitting on it soon. Do you even recognize him like this?

Of course, all that hair is plastered down his back now, as he works on gently digging up these..... whatever they are. The thorns are rather wicked, but they smell lovely, and the color is quite pretty. Maybe his new companion knows? He'd wondered why it felt like the rain had stopped.....

Will looks up at Alfyn looming over him, laughing a little at the offer. Between the literal armload of plants, and the umbrella.....]

Unless you've got a third hand you're hiding somewhere, I'm not sure you've got one to spare! I'll be careful, don't worry.

[ex_empoison405]

[ At that statement, his smile looks sheepish. Guess Will was right. He didn't think of that...! ]

S-Sorry. I saw a familiar face and wanted to help right away. Wouldn't hurt to make up for our last encounter, yeah? [It wasn't like he didn't do anything bad. But being tipsy when you meet someone does require making a better impression, next time, right?

He carefully sets the few pots of plants in his arms down, to free a hand finally, to kneel beside Will and at least keep his umbrella over Will. He couldn't help but let his eyes wander down the length that was Will's hair... He resists the urge to reach and touch it.]

I'm relieved to see you handling them so gently. Not just to avoid the thorns, but you have the right hands for plants, it seems.

[twistedempathy]

Hehehe..... Awww, you don't have anything to make up for, don't worry!

[He's so eager to help, he doesn't even remember he'll need to juggle things to do it, huh? How cute is that? Sorry, Alfyn, it's hard not to be charmed over how impulsively sweet that is.]

The right hands for plants, hmm? Well, I do own an Exeggutor..... she's still at home, though. Is this kind of flower especially fragile?

[It'll be nicer to pet once he's dried out a little, Alfyn. Then you can touch it all you want~ He might even need a little help getting it all toweled off at this length.]

[ex_empoison405]

[ His look is still apologetic as he accepts that response. He looked like he wanted to say more. There has to be something he can do for inconveniencing the guy when he had a bit too much wine...

But he settles for helping in how he knows! Or at least this way, for now.

He leans over Will’s shoulder as he settled closer beside Him to look at the plant in hand. ]

Mmm... It’s thankfully a sturdy plant that can even handle being moved like this. It’s soft petals might fool people to think it is fragile but those thorns tell us otherwise. [A chuckle as he recalls what else he j it’s.. ] Did you know it can be used to make medicine for easing headaches? A pain killer, if you will.

[twistedempathy]

Oh, really? I had no idea! Tough little guy, aren't you?

[He grins down at the flower, even as he feels cautiously around the roots. Probably better not to loosen what they're holding onto too much, but if he can just find the edge and scoop them up as a clump so they're not disturbed too much.....

There! That should do it. Will reaches for a pot to settle the poor thing into for the trip.]

I bet everyone will be glad to have it, then. The locals are still having a little trouble figuring out medicine again; they haven't needed it for centuries, after all.

[ex_empoison405]

[ And that's when he helps bring the pot closer with his free hand not holding the umbrella for Will. When Will reaches for the pot, their hands overlap for a short few seconds with this process of getting the flowers inside the pot. ]

So I've seen... It's worrisome but also kinda interesting at the same time. I'll be glad to help make all sorts of medicine for not just the locals but also for folks like you.

I'd hate to see anything happen to ya, you know? Even though I met you when I had a bit much to drink, I still remember you pretty well... Even with your hair that long and pretty right now. [A shy chuckle as his eyes avert to look at something else for a moment.] And think you're a good guy already! [ Sure, this guy is just very trusting, but also. He is confident in this statement. ]

[twistedempathy]

I didn't know robots even could take medicine.....

[Mmm, that's kind of nice. A gentle brush of warmth, amidst all this cold and damp. Maybe Alfyn is talking about some kind of..... therapeutic oil that's good for metal? He has no idea, to be honest, but now he can't help but be curious.

Still, that curiosity gives way to mischief as he catches Alfyn looking away; Will can't help but laugh, setting down his spade to give Alfyn's cheek a playful poke. Is he shy? That's adorable. Especially after their first meeting was getting that cozy with each other. Sorry, Alfyn--that's set the standards for him, you have no personal space bubble anymore.]

Awwww, just listen to you! Are you always this much of a flatterer, or am I just lucky?

A2

[21kingpuddings]

[Dancing in the rain, huh? That one really brings back memories, so as Alfyn holds his hand out, Tamaki reaches back to take it with an easy grin. His other arm is lowered, letting the umbrella he's been holding on to drop to the side easily - a little rain never bothered him that much!]

We held a concert in the rain once. [A small one, at any rate, but doing a whole performance makes just a dance or two sound simple.] It was a lot of fun!

[You have found yourself one completely willing participant, Alfyn!]

[ex_empoison405]

You did? That sounds kinda refreshin', actually. Hm... If that performance from your memories from a while back was any indication of what you guys are like, then I know your performances are great, Tamaki.

I hope I can see one for myself, sometime. Even just you is enough for me.

[ Because it's almost like a group of dancers? Except they also can sing and have followings/fans? At least that's what Alfyn grasped when he first learned about idols. But he learns every passing day!

Don't mind the blonde not even having an umbrella. But judging by his bright grin, he didn't seem phased by the rain, either. (Almost like an excited golden retriever!) Alfyn's hand gives the gentlest squeeze as he guided Tamaki to be in step with him. And he stepped closer, perhaps their heights not too different?

This is where he hopes those dancing lessons from Primrose pay off... Here goes nothing. His steps are lighter now as he spun them both, already very playful. ]

[21kingpuddings]

[He offers a soft chuckle at the praise,] Mmm, everyone works really hard, I think we do a pretty good job together most of the time. [Scuffles and missteps happen here and there, but you get that in any line of work, probably. It's a constant process of honing your craft, either way, but the compliments settle well on him.] I hope all of us can perform for you sometime.

[He misses the rest of his group terribly, but the thought of all of them here, for at least a little while, would be really cool. For now, just getting to dance with Alfyn is plenty.

Down you go for now, umbrella, set aside entirely to retrieve later. A little rain's not going to do him in, so as they begin the dance, Tamaki's more than happy to simply focus on the movements, following along with Alfyn's lead until he gets a good feel for what kinds of footwork the other's used to. Easy, fun, organic... Yeah, all right!] You're not so bad yourself! [Of course, he's not here to judge or critique technique - it's much more fun to just be able to enjoy yourself doing something like this.]

[ex_empoison405]

From the way you talk about them, it sounds like you're all in it together. No one gets left behind on your watch. That's also what I can respect and appreciate a lot. I'd support you all. Consider me a fan, already.

[It makes him miss the other seven companions he travels with, in ways...

Though his smile went dim at the thought of them, he didn't look sad. After he guides them both into a playful spinning around in the rain, he steps closer until his hands lay atop Tamaki's hips. ]

Much appreciated. I think making medicine and helping those sick or injured is what I should stick to, but I did have some lessons from a good friend who is a dancer. My moves could never be as entrancing as hers, though... I just find it interesting. It's so expressive, don't ya think? [Dancing, that is.]

[21kingpuddings]

['Expressive' is exactly the word he'd use for it, and that assessment earns Alfyn a leased couple of nods from Tamaki.] It's way easier to express things in movements instead of words sometimes, [at least for him, anyway. He's never been the most eloquent person, but he's got enough energy to let his emotions be known in other ways.]

Even if it isn't something you wanna do professionally, dancing is fun. [It a good hobby to have, lucrative or not.] 'Sides, being able to take care of other people when they're sick or hurt is super important. [Thank you for doctoring, Mr. Apothecary!

As Alfyn's hands come to a rest at his hips, Tamaki brings his up to the other's shoulders... yeah, yeah, that seems about right.]

You can always come find me if you ever just feel like dancing, though.

A2 u know it

[iustaegis]

[ The rain hardly bothers her, the water becoming warm over her skin as soon as it touches her. She smiles at Alfyn greets her, inviting her into a dance....

And she accepts, her hand finding his, coming close to him unshy. Alfyn is friendly, amicable, and so very personable. With a warm smile and sunny, mature attitude, seeing him already brightens her day despite the clouds above. ]

Oh...? What sort of dance do you know?

[ Please say tavern jig-- ]