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Who: Anastasia Leonheart & Terra Branford
Where: Terra's flower shop.
When: Some time after first meeting each other.

[After having a couple of new magical malfunctions very close to each other, including one that resulted in one of her cute outfits being set on fire, Anastasia had better stop letting time run its course and start with taking bigger steps to stabilizing her condition.

So, remembering Terra's offer to help in two ways, Anastasia set out to her flower shop, riding on her custom flying broom to shorten the trip. Once the shop was found, she descended and landed near the door, hopping off her broom and going inside.

The shop to the young girl, was like that of a garden she never imagined. She daydreamed about having a garden with so many flowers and colors back home, and all the wild tundra bunnies making them homes around them. She had forgotten what she came here for, but she remembered before long and peered around.

The flora was so beautiful though and she couldn't help but imagine them to have their own sentience. She gripped the neck of her flying broom tightly as she tried to find the courage to speak. When she finally spoke up, she kept her voice to a polite indoor level as if she wanted to avoid startling and waking the flowers.]

"...Hello...? Miss Terra...?"

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[Terra had heard the bell above the door ring when Anastasia first stepped into the store. It takes her a few minutes to move to the front of the store, her lips poised in a smile.]

Oh, Anastasia. Could you follow me?

[She'll leave another in charge of her shop since she has something to give the young girl. She moves towards the back of the store, pausing only to make sure the young girl is still behind her. When she pushes through the back door it opens onto a small courtyard where Terra's green house sat.]

[Anastasia didn't reply. Still imagining the flora to be sentient, she didn't want to wake them.

She followed Terra towards the back, her shoes tapping as they met the floor. Before passing through the door, she settled her flying broom against the wall beside the door. She'll grab it when she comes back.

Now in the courtyard, Anastasia first noticed a distinct fresh smell. Once she had a moment, she continued to follow Terra.]

"Where is it we are going, Miss Terra?"

My apartment is just upstairs. The things I've collected for you are there.

[She gives the girl a warm smile before moving towards stairs that lead up to the apartment above. As they move Anastasia might notice pokemon peeking out from around Terra's garden though only Eevee steps closer to investigate the new person.]

I've found a blade and a book that I'd like you to look at.

[Terra makes her way up and then pauses when she pushes open the white door. Her living area is open and inviting, the tones either light green or a plane white hue. There is a wooden kitchen on top of which sits a book and a thin sword.]

[As Anastasia followed, she did notice the pokemon watching them. When the Eevee approached, she was overwhelmed by cute it was. She wished she brought her Sylveon with her. Perhaps next time. Anastasia knelt down to offer her hand to the Eevee.

Before long, she realized she fell behind and politely excused herself from the pokemon that were watching her, and hurried to catch up with Terra. Anastasia was looking forward to see the sword and book, so as she followed her through the homely home to the kitchen, she first wanted to examine the blade.

She lifted the sword, which still in its sheath. It was a bit heavy, but not enough to be a significant problem for her. Gripping the handle, she pulled the sword from the sheath. The sword was definitely lighter.]

"This is quite beautiful. Thank you for helping me with this, Terra."

[Anastasia put the sword back in its sheath and moved to the book. Reading it over, her eyes widened in surprise.]

"...The creation story of my world... It has all the answers I need and raises spiritual questions."

[Looking between the two items, trying to think of how to repay Terra for her help. Finding a list of runes she needs will save her life, or at the very least, prolong her life significantly.]

"Thank you, Miss Terra. ...Is there anything I can do to repay you?"

[Terra waits for Anastasia with a smile. Eeevee can be rather demanding when she wants attention so Terra doesn’t mind waiting. When Anastasia arrives she gestures towards the table and watches the young girl’s expressions. After her question Terra nods, her expression becoming more serious.]

I would like you to take lessons.

[She nods to the sword.]

I know how to use swords as well but if you are going to use that in place of magic you should learn how to do so properly. [Terra doesn’t actually want or need anything from Anastasia. The young Esper truly has a soft spot for children and she could never turn down a request from Anastasia.]

[Anastasia smiles.]

"I actually already have some formal instruction, but that was over a year ago..." [Then her smile falters.] "...and the instruction was with rapiers. So I guess it would be like starting anew. I may be able to find someone who can teach me."

[She picks up the sheathed sword in both hands.]

"...Perhaps I will one day be able to use both swords and magic at almost the same time again."

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<small.[Terra nods.]

That is very possible. [She smiles.] I think you will be able to do anything you put your mind too.

[Her head tilts to the side.]

I hope this is alright?

"Yes, it's quite all right."

[She would still feel bad about not doing something in return. She was a honorable girl and needed to do something.]

"Are you certain you don't want me to repay you somehow? Maybe I can help around your shop sometimes?"

[Terra shakes her head. She has a lot of people who currently work at her two shops and she isn’t sure what she could ask Anastasia to do. After a moment a thought strikes her and she smiles.]

You said that you had a sub-archway correct?

[Her smile widens.]

As thank you, can you please bring me some seeds from it? I’d love to grow any flowers that you might have in your world. [Terra doesn’t know what sort of flowers would grow, if any, but she hopes it’s a good compromise.]

"Yes I do. I can bring seeds of our national flower, a snow blossom. They fare better in cold weather and do not much sunlight."

[Eager to head out and repay Terra for her help, Anastasia collects the sword and book in her arms, only to realize something.]

"....umm... I didn't bring anything to carry these in. I can't fly with my arms full."

I can find something.

[Terra turns away and disappears into the bedroom. When she appears again she's holding a small backpack and a belt. She slides the belt through the swords sheath and then slips the book into the small backpack.]

Will this help?

"This is perfect."

[Anastasia fits the belt around her waist, let the sword dangle on her left. Then, slipped her arms through the straps of the backback.]

"I can bring you a generous amount of seeds, snd some sample blossoms, probably around tomorrow."

[Terra smiles at Anastasia.]

That would be perfect though if I'm not here you're welcome to drop them off at the desk. I'll tell Dave or Ronan to keep an eye out.

[She doesn't think she'll be anywhere else but just in case.]

If you'd like I can show you back to the store. You're welcome to look at the flowers.

[Terra noticed that she seemed interested in them.]

"Oh, yes please. I never saw so many colorful flowers before."

[Her country sported very few colors. Anastasia always felt a sense of awe and wonder whenever she goes outside. She moved to the door, waiting for Terra to come lead the way.]

[Terra nods and then steps out of her apartment, down the stairs and then out into the courtyard. She pauses to pick up Eevee who's waiting patiently for Terra to return. She then pushes the door open to the shop using the back of her heel.]

I need to start watering the plants but you're welcome to look around. Let me know if you need anything.

[Anastasia slowly browsed the flower shop, taking in the colors and scents, checking the names of each flower that caught. Some flowers looked similar to ones from her world, but one made her stop in her tracks.

Checking the tag, her eyes narrowed in a hateful glare. It was the same kind of flower exalted by her kingdom's historic enemy. Anastasia backed away slowly and quietly.]

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