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Kelani Kahale, a mariner and a bastard son of Duke Halani, calls Loqoala his home, part of Avitej's crew

[kelanikahale]

i thought you liked it when i was bossy. (riza)

     He was slightly taken aback by her suddenly getting bossy. It felt like the old times... When they both were younger and he was no head over heels for her. And the more he spent time with Riza, he realised nothing much had changed and he still had feelings for her. And, oh, the things he wanted to do when she was bossy. Unknowingly he had caught his bottom lip between his teeth. “It has been a while, you know,“ he replied, the slight smirk turning into a smile. “Haven’t seen you bossing me around for — how many years?” Kel asked slowly coming closer and not stopping, making her to step back to the wall behind her. “You know very well I like it,” he said in a husky voice and, leaning against the same wall with his hand, he leaned down to breathe in the smell of her hair, his nose lightly brushing her ear, his hot breath tickling her neck. || @rebelliousrizareyes

[kelanikahale]

you’re not the boss of me. (From Gwen, Priya or Mina, you choose)

     “Yes, I’m not your boss. But I know a nasty cut when I see one,“ he replied and turned around to face the young woman. She had injured herself somehow before he stumbled upon her, and when he said, even insisted, she had to see a healer, she did not change her mind and stubbornly replied it was nothing. “It will get worse later. I know those creatures. Their bites are small, but get nasty really fast, you should really—“ but he was cut off again. Kel knew it was not his place to worry about her, or even care about the girl, but she reminded him of his best friend’s little sister so much and he loved that girl like she was his sister too. “Damn you, woman,“ he sighed and without asking picked the young woman up, threw her over his shoulder and started to carry her to his ship where he knew their healer would definitely be. || @priestessofthethree

[kelanikahale]

rebelliousrizareyes​:

Riza knew that she should have gone back to Red Keep by now. She knew that she should be back home, informing Phelix that the deed was done, but instead she was meandering around in East Reach. It would have been perfectly plausible that she was there. She could have easily said that she was planning to see an old friend.She just simply couldn’t leave because she wasn’t in the right state of mind. She wasn’t ready to be cheerful or celebrate her feat. She had taken a life and it was wearing on her. It wasn’t a happy action even if it did free Ainsley and get the Rebellion what they wanted in the murder of the Duke. Senseless violence and murder, just was not a trait that was within her. She didn’t enjoy it as much as she enjoyed manipulation and facades.

Being among the people in the market place reminded her that she was human, that life went on and it reminded her of why she was a part of the rebellion. It had reminded her of what she was fighting for - The people. Sometimes doing something awful could be justified if it was to benefit the many. The death of one to eventually save the many.  

Riza had been deep in thought when she heard her name, she turned at the sound, her feet practically immobilized at the source. Kelani…letting him go had been the hardest decision she had ever made, but in her heart, she had also known  that it was the right decision. The mage had put away the thoughts of him, the feelings that she had for him all those years ago, locked them up tight because there had been no room for love in her life, or anymore pain and disappointment when she revealed the real person behind all the facades. Even after all of this time and her decision, her cheeks still heat with a rosy tint and her lips upturn in almost a timid smile as if her body remembered the butterflies that danced about in her stomach at the sight of him. She stared up at him for far too long, trying to figure out what to say. “Kelani, of all the people I expected to see in East Reach. This is a most pleasant surprise. How are you?” She hoped that the years had been kind to him, but she didn’t want to bombard him with questions. 

     Seeing her was completely unexpected, yet he was happy to see her. Back then he thought he’d never be able to look her in the eyes, at least not for many years, but now – he couldn’t look away. He was a mess – heart going crazy, he couldn’t speak, there were butterflies in his stomach. But despite of it all he would have deeply regretted not going after her. She was gorgeous... And was she blushing? He had to suppress a smile, how cute she still was. It seemed she was just as surprised about this sudden meeting as he was.

     “I’m well. Still sailing under the Kumaras flag,“ he smiled, eyes never leaving hers. “In fact we’re here on business, so I decided to come here and take a look around while the captain is away.“ For some strange reason it was easier to talk to her than he had thought, and the more he said, the more he wished this moment would never end, it felt so good to see her again.

     “And how are you, my lady? I hope what have been happening lately haven’t affected you, with all the attacks.” There was worry in his voice that he tried to hide, but unsuccessfully. He cleared his throat and looked away fro a moment before he spoke again. “I apologize, it’s very rude of me. I hope I’m not keeping you away from important business, or am I?” Pleas,e please, say you are in no hurry and have some time to spend with me, he thought looking at her expectedly.

[taisirifrezi-deactivated2021060]

@kelanikahale​

The first run of East Reach supplies between the kingdoms, Avi wanted to spearhead it personally.  He knew his people were becoming nervous and antsy about all of the mysterious storms and squalls that infested Loqoalan waters, seemingly targeting not just boats, but fishing villages as well.   But Avi never hesitated to lead by example for his fleet.  He’d plotted five different routes and a schedule that changed every week, making the shipments as random as possible while still reaching their destinations on time.  If any rebel magic wanted to get to them, it would have to be planned from within.  

That was the least Avitej could do, in thanks for East Reach’s generous contract.  He wondered if Ainsley would be pleased with his plans, and it pleased him to imagine she would.

“Mr Kahale,”  Avi hailed his ship’s master, as they disembarked on an island halfway between Rajayer and Illasqa.   “Once you’re finished your duties, let  Lieutenant Ghill know and then come join me at the Blue Fin.  There’s a matter I’d like to speak to you about.”  

Avi gave Kel a brief smile to reassure him that he wasn’t in trouble.  “Drinks on me.”

[kelanikahale]

     Kelani went wherever Avitej wanted to go, it was what being a part of his crew meant. And he loved that, honestly. For more than half of his life he was stuck on that hellish island, only for a little while he could be out in the sea while working on a cargo ship as a young man. But now he was in the sea almost all the time, that’s how it felt at least. The sea, water, freedom. And new places to see. He loved it all. And the crew was his family.

     Hearing his name called out, Kel turned around to look at Avi. He had no idea what was the thing he wanted to speak with him about. “Alright cap, will do!” he called back. He was a little concerned, but he had always did his very best on the ship, so it couldn’t be anything bad, he wondered.

     “Oh! That sounds good,” he laughed, relief washing over him. “I’ll be done in a moment, you go on,” Kel nodded in the direction of the tavern. Above it the tavern had a few rooms to sleep in if needed, but it also had the best ale around.

     Once Avi left, he got on with his work on the deck. When he was almost finished Kel felt like someone was watching him. He looked around a noticed a young woman on the dock watching him. Kel preferred to work without a shirt, especially in a hot and sunny day like this one, but it didn’t hit him she was watching him because of that. Only when the woman blushed and shyly looked away he realized what was going on. He shook his head with a soft laugh, but turned his full attention to the woman anyway. “Hey,” he greeted her, but she blushed even harder and rushed away.

     Kel put on his shirt, did as he was told and informed Lieutenant Ghill he had finished everything and will be joining Avi, and left for the Blue Fin. He pushed the door open and  it turned out this hour was busier than he had thought. He just shrugged it off and, once he spotted Avi, walked up to him and took a seat right next to his. “I am ready for that drink you promised,” Kel said with a small smirk on his face.

[kelanikahale]

☆.｡.჻· — a closed starter for @rebelliousrizareyes​

     It was a long shot, Kelani knew that, but he was willing to give it a shot anyway. He had heard of Yue’s ship being seen near East Reach, and he hoped Finnia was with her instead of on the land where all the attacks happened. Even though she was a daughter of the man he hated, Kel and Finn were much more alike than he had thought. She was family now, just like Avitej and the crew, and, of course, he was worried about the safety of his family – the safety of her. So when they stopped at East Reach and Avitej left to deal with some business issues, Kelani took a stroll through the port in hopes to see Yue’s ship, but with no luck. With a heavy heart he turned around and headed to the marketplace. Maybe he’d have a better luck there. Or at least he could get something delicious from the vendors there.

     It was full with people, it seemed like people had gotten over the attacks, they were chatting, smiling, everything was so lively, and it brought a smile to Kelani’s face. Then suddenly— He saw a black haired woman slip into the crowd, he saw just a glance of her, but it was enough. It was her. Honestly, Kel thought he’d never see her again, yet here she was, even more beautiful than he remembered her to be. The wise thing would be letting her go and pretend he didn’t see her. After all he did it once –let her go–, it would be no big deal to do it again. But something in him didn’t let him do it, he wanted to speak to her, see her smile, even if it didn’t make any sense to do so. She hurt him, yet here he was about to run after her.

     Quickly, before she could disappear, Kel maneuvered through the crowd to catch up with her. “Riza!” he called before reaching her. Heart beating in his chest like crazy, mouth dry, he couldn’t get anything else over his lips. As if time hadn’t gone by and she didn’t leave him, Kel felt that exciting tingling in his stomach. “Long time no see. And in East Reach of all places,” he finally managed to speak a few moments later, a small smile curving his lips.

[darthvaders]

[phastos]

#majestic af