Literal (Hero of) Legend

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[literal-legend-rabbit]

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this is a Legend from Linked Universe roleplay blog run by @smolbeansgobonkers

asks are under #asks, featured art is under #arts, featured writing(including my own for this legend specifically) is under #writes

roleplay is under #lu rp, evil roleplay is under #evil chain rp, and #evil linked universe

oh and legend will slay any pronouns but he mostly uses he/him

i made a spotify playlist for this blog!! feel free to suggest songs for it :)

Lore!!

all of the lore for this guy is headcanon territory, it is not at all accurate to tri-force heroes, it is semi accurate to linked universe :)

Legend gained to ability to split his soul in three from his adventure in hytopia (tri-force heroes). One piece of his soul stays in his real body, the other two possess these life-sized dolls. The three pieces also have distinct personalities (like four's colors). They're named based of literary devices, specifically forms of reasoning, so collectively I call them devices. or legends, whatever you prefer

Logos is logically driven and usually the more anxious of the trio.

Ethos is ethically driven and usually the more hot-headed of the three.

Pathos is emotionally driven and feels the hardest out of the legends

also they now communicate using the message board!! this also helps keep track of all the going-ons of the blog :3

Family!!

married to both @very-normal-ravio and @slightly-evil-ravio for tax purposes (and more??)

adopted @rabbit-in-mans-clothing @super-evil-bunny-legend @super-evil-bunny-ravio @shadow-but-bright @localpangendernerd @therealtulin @mask-link @linkthesilentknight @the-real-lu-sky @little-kokiri-link @a-random-traveler @therealkheel @therealcree @notts-of-rito-village @lil-purple-bunny-boi @knight-in-training-sky and this beautiful thing:

courtesy of @suprisingly-not-evil-dark-link

and my granddaughter (lolia i feel old) @briar-elowyn-lon-hyrule

mess with my husbands or children and die :)

thanks!

(pspsps, here's a map of Legend and Ravio's house, for those curious

[literal-legend-rabbit]

*Tulsi appears from the shadows, curling over your shoulder to look at you* wowww, so i have a worshipper in this timeline, huh? never had that happen before!

*she dissapears and reappears in front of you, looking a lot... younger than usual*

...why are you a cleric of me, exactly? did another version of me ask you too or...?

@good-twin-tulsi

*he stares at you in disbelief for a while*

...what the actual fuck.

[good-twin-tulsi]

*she tilts her head* that didn't answer any of my questions

[literal-legend-rabbit]

it wasn't supposed to

...exactly where in the timeline are you from?

[good-twin-tulsi]

*she huffs* answer my questions first, then i'll think about telling you

[literal-legend-rabbit]

*he sighs* fine. i technically worship you because i was pissed at every other goddess. but we're more friends than goddess and devotee

[literal-legend-rabbit]

*Tulsi appears from the shadows, curling over your shoulder to look at you* wowww, so i have a worshipper in this timeline, huh? never had that happen before!

*she dissapears and reappears in front of you, looking a lot... younger than usual*

...why are you a cleric of me, exactly? did another version of me ask you too or...?

@good-twin-tulsi

*he stares at you in disbelief for a while*

...what the actual fuck.

[good-twin-tulsi]

*she tilts her head* that didn't answer any of my questions

[literal-legend-rabbit]

it wasn't supposed to

...exactly where in the timeline are you from?

[literal-legend-rabbit]

*Future Green comes to see Pathos after Sky leaves, not aware of what's happening but aware that Logos is not okay and Sky is with him. Which means that Green can come focus more time and energy here.*

*He's not really in the best state but this is the emotions part of Green so it's probably fine. And hey the chances of anyone notice that Green isn't just in more than one place but actively split like Red are so low. It's totally fine. Probably.*

P? Hey... uh... what... is going on? Are you... can I help? Do you want a hug?

*He's got a gentle voice as he approaches, making sure he stays where you can see him.*

... is your nose okay?

- @luherooflegend

*pathos has moved deeper into the orchard, escaping crimson's supervision and sitting against one of the trees. once he spots you his eyes fly wide open and he pulls his wrist closer to himself. there is a heavy scent of blood in the area for about half a second before something-- a spell of pathos's-- snuffs it out*

ah, it's, uhm... i'm fine, y-you really shouldn't be worried about me right now. i- i was about to come check on you, funnily enough

i... fixed my nose, it's fine. but, uh, thanks..

[luherooflegend]

*He frowns at the smell of blood, having a fairly good idea what that is...*

You're going to have to try harder to convince me of that when I can feel your distress from the other side of the property.

... I'm glad your nose is fixed.

... What happened?

*He already knows you ditched Crimson, the bird told him. Really figuring out the cause of this may help a lot.*

[literal-legend-rabbit]

*he makes a face* sometimes i hate the fact that we're so perceptive

...i did something really stupid, for no good reason, and it really upset logos. he's already upset because the thread magic preventing him from caring about tori is gone-- i just made it worse

you... should probably talk to him instead. he'd love your company...

[luherooflegend]

It can really suck.

*Hd listens, frowning.*

That... okay. Wow...

I'll talk to Logos later, he has Sky right now and is safe. I'm want to be here for you, P, you deserve that no matter what happened.

... Do you want to talk about it?

[literal-legend-rabbit]

...

*he sighs* no...

...maybe

*he turns away, frowning and fidgeting with a piece of bark on the tree trunk*

i... didn't want sky to know the three of us had split... so when he was with logos and spotted me, i... pretended to be you. logos... said he 'remembered the last time someone pretended to be green' and asked if i would 'fix him like he did'...

[luherooflegend]

*He just waits, listening when you speak. Something in his stomach curls but he nods.*

That... wouldn't go over very well.

Sky... probably knew who you were? But... I get it. I've been... well I've been in the 'not wanting people to know' situation...

Do you want a hug? Or... some pie? Or... a bunny?

[literal-legend-rabbit]

...he did,yea. like i said, it was for no good reason

i just... want to make sure he's okay. i want to make sure everyone's okay... but i fucked that up already

[luherooflegend]

Okay.

Hey, I appreciate that. Lo is upset for understandable reasons, but I'm sure that when he's had time and space he'll start to see that you weren't trying to be mean.

Logos is safe. He's with Sky, who has had a lot of practice helping people...

What do you need? Because running from place to place trying to help people before you've helped yourself is just going to cause problems. Trust me.

[literal-legend-rabbit]

he-- he knows i wasn't trying to be mean, i was just insensitive... and i'm usually the most sensitive person in the group so... that probably hurts

*he sighs* safe does not always mean okay..

i... i don't know... i've grown used to depending on the other two... ethos usually takes care of our physical needs and-- until recently-- we8d gotten... not half bad at talking out our emotional needs... logos usually did that the best though... i just handled taking care of other people... i don't... i'm not good at anything else...

[luherooflegend]

Well people make mistakes.

... No. But safe means you'll live long enough to have the chance to be okay again.

... I understand that... really fucking well actually. Splitting without warning or at all after however long together is... disorienting.

You don't have to be good at anything, Pathos. You're family and that's enough for everyone here.

I'm sorry it went badly. That... really fucking sucks.

*He sighs, and comes over, opening his arms. His eyes have a red glint to them. It's still him but this is the emotional third.*

[literal-legend-rabbit]

but... i should've known better..

...

*he shakes his head when you call it enough* but i'm supposed to be more... i'm supposed to be good family. comforting. helpful. useful

*he stares at the hug for a second, before running into it, squeezing tightly as he tries to hold back sobs. he needed this.* i- i guess you'd u-understand splitting better-r than ev-everyone, huh?

[luherooflegend]

Maybe so, but you can't go back and undo it. What matters is where you go from here, everyone fucks up.

*He just frowns.*

Says who? You are good family, P, that doesn't change because you're struggling or make a mistake. You're comforting and smart and always looking out for us. Having a hard time or messing up doesn't change that.

*He catches you easily, pulling you into a tight hug, one hand rubbing your back gently.*

Everyone but you... we - I don't split like this often... ever? But still... I'll be here for you always and no matter what.

[literal-legend-rabbit]

*he huffs* i already fucked that part up too

I-I might've been, earlier, but right now... i'm just a mess. useless. i can't even comfort my other piece well

... *he sobs* i don't-- don't deserve you all..

[luherooflegend]

I say this with love, P, but that's bullshit. You made a mistake, but Logos undstands you better than anyone's else. He mat need space but that isn't the same as irreversibly fucking up.

You're allowed to be a mess. You don't have to be able to comfort Lo right now all you need to do is breathe. Okay? Lo is safe. He's with Bird Boy. Sometimes you just need space and that doesn’t mean you've done anything wrong.

*He sighs, pulling you closer. He purrs, rubbing your back more.*

It's not about deserve, P. You're our family, and that doesn't change for anything. But also you absolutely deserve us.

[literal-legend-rabbit]

i didn't mean...

*he sniffs* but-- but 'm not supposed to... being a mess isn't helpful... t'anyone... 'nd 'm supposed to be helpful...

...what am i 'f 'm not..

*he sniffs, not responding*

[luherooflegend]

I know.

*He just sighs, purring a little louder.*

You are more than what you can do for others. You're smart, and funny, and a stubborn pain when you want to be. We love you for who you are, not for what you do for us.

You're mine, Pathos, my little brother. You always have me. Nothing is going to change that.

... I get it. I really really do. But you're so important.

[literal-legend-rabbit]

*he leans into you*

... i'm really messed up, aren't i?

i-- i love you guys so much, i just... i just get so caught up in wanting to help, a-and, when i can't... i feel like i need to be punished...

[luherooflegend]

Maybe, but I think we all are.

*He just purrs at you, rubbing your back.*

We love you too, so much....

You Dontrelle deserve to be punished. I promise you, okay? I know the feeling, but that's your brain lying to you.

[literal-legend-rabbit]

...prob'ly

*he sniffles, looking away for a moment*

it's, ah, too late for that call... i messed up, like, literal years of progress...

[luherooflegend]

*He sighs, rubbing your back more.*

You made a mistake, but it hasn't even been three hours. You don't know what the outcome is. So far, Logos has lashed out too and gone to get space to deal with this. That isn't a guarantee of anything bad.

You just need to breathe.

[literal-legend-rabbit]

n-no, i, you... i don't...

...i mean, i relapsed. i-- we were clean for years, literal years, and when we split i told ethos i could handle the body. and... i didn't.

*he steps back, letting go, and drops his illusion spell. the blood smell is back, and pathos's arms are... well, he won't bleed out, but it's definitely not pretty*

[luherooflegend]

A relapse isn't the end of the world either. They're not fun, or necessarily ideal but they aren't the end of the world

Why don't we clean these up okay? We done want them getting infected.

*He's being as calm as he knows how to be. He wants to help and he knows overbearing isn't... helpful.*

[literal-legend-rabbit]

*he hums, looking away*

i-- i can handle it on my own, if- if you want...

[luherooflegend]

... Pae... I would prefer to help you clean and treat this. If you want to do it yourself that's okay but you need to tell me.

You're my brother, I always want to help you.

[literal-legend-rabbit]

*he slow,y looks up at you* you're not... disappointed? upset? i-- i would understand if you are, i...

...i-if you want to i would... appreciate that a lot..

[luherooflegend]

No, I'm not disappointed or upset. I've relapsed before you know, my only concern here is making sure you're okay now.

I do want to.

Let's get these cleaned up okay?

[literal-legend-rabbit]

*he frowns* i-if you're sure..

*tears fall from his eyes but he pulls out a roll of bandages, hesitates, and then offers them to you*

[luherooflegend]

I'm sure, Pae.

*He takes the bandages and doesn't react to the hesitation. He pulls a warm bowl of soapy water from... somewhere, along with cloths.*

Thank you for letting me help. And for trusting me.

... do you want a distraction while we clean and bandage these?

[literal-legend-rabbit]

*he sniffs, looking up and attempting to blink back tears*

o-of course...

..i-- i'd like that, yes..

[luherooflegend]

Okay.

*He dips a cloth into the warm soapy water and takes one arm, starting to carefully clean it.*

You know when you started calling me Green I thought you might be psychic. We don't split often - haven't done it since... the end of Lorule? Anyway I'm the emotional part, I'm red. There's the Logic, he's blue. Then there's Duty, he's Green and usually who takes lead when we're divided enough internally to be three voices instead of the usual one.

... I think Sky gave us nicknames. Or... Logic does? Pretty sure imagine Sage? Who knows Bird Boy was falling asleep.

Being split up like this is so weird. Feels different. I don't know how any of you managed for so long.

[literal-legend-rabbit]

oh. hm. that's interesting. when we're splt enough in our own head, usually each of us take charge for different things, like i usually comfort or intereact with others, or bake or cook if we're realy desperate, ethos does most of the fighting and rescuing and logos... well, logos used to do the puzzles and tending to the crops but... he mostly takes a backseat now.

...you guys didn't give yourselves nicknames? how'd you refer to each other?

ah... managed is a strong word. we survived, somehow. we mostly split at the beginning of all this because we wanted to help everyone at once. which went... about as well as you'd think it would

[luherooflegend]

*He continues working through his talking and then yours. He listens closely of course - he always does. His motions are gentle but practiced. Before too long he is gently rinsing away the soapy water and patting your arms dry.*

That... makes a lot of sense. You three always seemed a lot more... well I know you're all Red but you all seemed more individual than my pieces? The roles make sense though, I've seen you all at work.

Logos... I worry sometimes that I make things harder for him by being around... but that's not something I know what to do about.

We mostly referred to ourselves as our main area of being? I'm Emotions. Logic is Logic. Duty is D because of a drunk story.

Well... I'm glad you managed I love all of you together and apart.

Oh! I wanted to ask you, any advice for strengthening the telepathic bond? We... are really out of practice.

[literal-legend-rabbit]

i think it's mostly because we spent so much time apart. none of us were in a... particularly great state during and after hytopia, so we couldn't harmonize enough to merge

...it... depends. uranium tricked logos into believing he was you so... as i understand it, and i'm not good with thread magic knowledge so i may be wrong, but any thread uranium made for logos regarding himself also applies to you. he's working on resisting them but... most of the time he'll just listen to you. unquestionably. he looks to you for guidance and alos finds comfort and sefety with you. it... can be good and bad

*he smiles a bit* we love you too, all of you

oh! it's mostly years of practice, but at the start we developed a system. since it takes a lot of magic, whenever we wanted to establish the connection, one of us would sent a short ping to the other to let them know, and then they could both pool magic into the connection, making itt use up less of either's magic. also just shorter messages help as well

[luherooflegend]

No... that is fair. We only managed because we all wanted to get home.

*He just nods as he listens, starting to carefully bandage your arms.*

Everything Uranium did applies to me too... I did my best to undo it, but my thread magic abilities are so hit or miss these days... the pain messes with them.... you got back your telepathy though, that was reassuring....

I don't want anything bad for Logos, or you, ever... but that doesn't mean I'm right when I think I know what's best. It... scares me, how obedient he is when I say things. I'm glad I can give him comfort, but I wish it was because of me and not some fucked up thread made reason.

Goddesses... I hate Uranium. With everything I am, and he terrifies me because he got to everyone, Pae... he's everything bad about me and he fucked up the minds of people I couldn't protect...

Ugh. Fucking asshole. At least I know he's gone. Sky made sure.

*He softens, smiling back a little.*

Good. We love you no matter what.

*He listens, nodding along as he ponders the words.*

Huh. That... should work. Thanks. I'll try that soon, maybe try to get Duty to sit his ass down and rest.

Thanks for that. You don't know how helpful that is. Seriously.

[literal-legend-rabbit]

i know you did, and none of that is on you. you did everything you could for your brother

i think... i think not all of it is thread magic either. i mean, logos spent weeks to months with a textbook manipulator. at least part of the effects are from manipulation and trauma, i think. a lot harder to change

i-- i know the feeling. h-he hardly ever fights anyone he considers family anymore... i think just now was the most combative he's been with me in like... years? and it was barely that, even

...he does genuinely find comfort in you, with or without thread magic, yknow? sure it's exaggerated and partially unnatural now, but if it wasn't genuine at the start, he wouldn't have fallen for uranium in the first place

...green... he's everything bad about you to the extremes. none of his actions are your fault, and he couldn't be compared to you in any conceivable way, except maybe mortal appearance.

*he nods a little*

of course! and let us know if yoy need any other advice about being split

ah, if duty needs to be pushed to rest... i could send ethos his way. i think ethos could pressure a stubborn rhinoceros into bed

[luherooflegend]

... Not enough.

... I know. I - I know, Pae... Emerald spent months playing ignorant and in love. I know what Uranium did without thread magic, too.... I... I think therapy might be good for. . . all of us? It's helped me a lot.

I don't know I just want you all to be okay.

... I hate how much has been taken from him.

*He sighs, but he doesn’t argue.*

I guess so... I - my memories are so messed up from before. I guess I worry that it's only Uranium and his doing.

... I ... Yeah... You're right. I'm sorry. I didn't mean to get all... emotional.

*He smiles a little wider.*

I will.

Maybe so. Duty is running his ragged right now, though we all are... he's the worst. If Ethos can lend a hand there we'd appreciate it.

[literal-legend-rabbit]

*he waits for you to finish with the bandages, then pulls you into a hug* you did more than enough, i promise

...therapy... would probably be good for lo-- *he pauses, then sighs, changing his mind* probably for all of us... ethos and i are just worried about who we confide our secrets in and... logos doesnt have the motivation to go on his own..

*he squeezes you tighter, assuring you with all his might (not much, considering he doesn't have any power bracelets on right now)* we're working towards being okay, slowly

...i know. we hate it too, it's.... *he sighs* but... i think he'll be able to recover better separated from us.... probably

*he shakes his head* above all else, you're his brother, magic or not. logos was always on your side, before any thread magic came around. he'd stay at your house when he needed comfort or when him and e or him and i were fighting... he loves you guys-- all of you and emerald-- so so much

*he huffs a little* do you remember who you're talking to? don't apologize for getting emotional, i get it

...hm, alright. do you know where he is? i'll send ethos his way

[luherooflegend]

*He squeaks in surprise but he returns the hug quickly, one hand rubbing your back softly.*

I... hope so.

Finding the right therapist can be really hard. I... had to break reality a tiny bit to find mine, she's great though, actually equipped to comprehend immortality and deities... but if you aren't ready for therapy that's okay.

*He just melts into the hug, unbothered by the lack of power bracelets. As a deity most mortal strengths feel weak to him but it's about who he's hugging that matters more.*

I... hate the idea of him being away? I know it's good for him, and I know Sky will be right there and is safe..... but... he's mine, Pae, mine. My brother. I... just want to keep him close and safe and happy. I don't know. I won't, obviously. Space is good for him, and if he needs me I'll know.

... do you think... I'm... is it going to be okay if I visit him sometimes? I know I can visit you and E, you're absolutely stuck with me.

*He smiles softly. He hates that he has a favorite out of the three of you, but that's not something he can help and frankly it's only a little bit of a favorite.*

I... remember? Sort of. The emotions. I love him too... so much. I love all three of you, no mater what. . . Emerald loves you guys too, but... I think he's got a soft spot for Logos after living through Uranium together.

... Tori... adores you three, I'll ask her to give Lo some space for now, already figured out how to be a cloud and visit the mortal world... but I think everyone's could use a day or two to process? Probably?

*He is taken off guard enough by the reassurance to giggle, something he tries not to do.*

Yeah... fair enough.

*He snorts.*

We're all split into too many pieces. The easiest piece of Duty to get to is probably going to be the one that's running the house still. He won't admit who he is to anyone except probably you three and Emerald.

[literal-legend-rabbit]

*he presses his forehead against yours* i knowmso, greenbean

ha, yea, the closest i have to that is tulsi and i... don't believe she's mentally stable enough on her own to give therapy to others.m plus it would be... really weird, given the circumstances

i-- i know. it's hard to see him go but... we know sky will keep him safe and it!s... probably what he needs right now... all he's done since we've split is just.... stay in bed. until this hit him, that is

he'll be okay, and of course you can visit him. *he grins when you mention being stuck with yiu* wouldn't have it any other way, beanie

*he smiles, nuzzling into you*

yea, e talked to tor for a bit recently. was bragging about how he's her favorite too

*he smiles, then frowns a little* your thirds are... split into even more pieces?

[luherooflegend]

*He giggles again, the use of the nickname helps loosen something in his chest.*

I'm not about to argue with you.

Ah... yeah that would be awkward huh? Devotee and all. Well if you want to find one I can help however you like and if not that's okay too. Either way you still have people's here for you.

... Yeah...

*He frowns.*

Until... what hit him? Did something new pop up?

I'll visit him then. I just... I don't want to make it worse. Maybe I'll bring Ben or Gan to see him they're both sweet kids... I don't know.

Glad you don't mind being stuck with me though, Pae.

*He just purrs softly, nuzzling you right back.*

Course he did, he's kind of a little shit sometimes.

*He sounds very fond of Ethos, there's no real bite.*

Tori's been breaking out lately, and trying to amass an army of birds. . . I should probably warn you she's likely to come find you soon too... Bird Boy says she's a lot like how I was as a little cloud? Dunno.

I'm just glad he has a good talk with her.

Your arms feel any better?

[literal-legend-rabbit]

*he pats your head* good, you know better

...maybe... later. i just wanna stay with you right now

ah... i don't know much, he's trying to block me out but... i think when tor's connection snapped... the thread magic regarding his perception of her did too, so he-- he has the ability to care about her again and... has a lot of regrets

...you won't. he'd be sad if he didn't see you every so often, beanie

*he smiles*

yea, that's ethos for you

*he giggles* yea, the way ethos has been describing her is a lot like when you were newly ascended-- i suppose the chaotic instincts run in your blood

*he freezes a sec, but then immediately gets it together. he was hoping you'd forget about that* y-yea, they're a lot better now

[luherooflegend]

*He leans into the head pats.*

Course I do.

Okay, works for me I like that plan. We should get caffiene though, I'm not sleeping much lately.

*He frowns, making that sad cloud sound.*

Oh... That... shit. Okay, I didn't even Realize that's... happened... maybe... she should visit him? I don't know.

*He just hums, dropping his head to your shoulder.*

As long as I don't make it worse for him. I'll be happy to visit.

*He giggles back at you.*

It must, she's started keeping fate flowers and sneaks out when she's lonely. Sorry you have to deal with two clouds, Pae.

*He just smiles softly.*

I'm glad. I don't want them hurting. That's not fun.

You hungry? Want anything?

[literal-legend-rabbit]

... i feel like the correct solution for not sleeping well is.. getting more sleep, not caffeine, but i won't stop you

just... if it would help, i could stay by your side while you slept..?

i think... sky's got it handled right now, but we can ask her to visit once he's calmer and more settled

*he chuckles* of course she is. don't be sorry, though, i like you guys. you two are my favorite clouds

...

ah.. perhaps. i should probably have some food by now, yea....

[luherooflegend]

Ah but where's the fun in that? Caffiene is so fun.

*He frowns, but does consider the offer. His problems with sleep... are helped when people are close.*

It... would help. Uhm... that and getting all of me in one place. Uhm... just me the other two need sleep too but want aide mine? That... sounds mean.

*He just nods.*

Okay. Sky's great with helping us out . . . And I'll talk to Tori, make sure she knows not to visit until Lo is feeling better... and remind her not to spy - she's bad at it.

*He giggles softly again.*

Even if you know other clouds we better be your favorite. We're pretty awesome.

*He just nods.*

We can get food. You're doing great, Pae. Do you want anything specific?

[literal-legend-rabbit]

you're right, honestly, but still

if you think it would be a good idea, we could definitely get you all together. a group nap will probably be beneficial for you guys-- it helps us 3 sometimes

it's okay-- a lot of us are bad at not spyinf *he chuckles*

*he huffs* i could know other clouds. you don't know. *he points upward randomly* that one's beanie and he's a jackass

*he looks very serious about this for 5 seconds before he breaks a d laughs*

...th- thanks..?

i'm okay with anything, really. what do you want to eat?

[literal-legend-rabbit]

*Tori comes to Ethos while he's alone, she is just an orange cloud of magic that chirps and trills happens when she sees you.*

Hi! Hi hi!! Tori know you? Tori.... Tori know!

Hi! Hi Re-b! Re-b??

Hi!

Tori visi'!

*She floats closer while giggling. Her magic feels much healthier this time. She's... rather reminiscent of cloud Green in all honesty although her hylian is better.*

- @def-not-the-daughter-of-a-legend

*ethos is in green's orchard, tending to it because it's the best thing he can do to help right now*

oh-- hi tori *he smiles a bit* i missed you, cuban tody

*he laughs as well, leaning into her and very happy she's healthy and well* how's cloudhood treating you?

[def-not-the-daughter-of-a-legend]

*She gasps happily *

Yeah! Tori tha'! Yay!

*She wraps around you in a cloud hug.*

Tori miss you!

Hi Pepperomia!

Tori fin' you! Tori follow th' magic 'nd th' cool gol' threa's!!

*She hums.*

Clou'? Tori love love love be clou'! Tori ma'ch wi' Clou' Bunny!!

[literal-legend-rabbit]

*he chuckles*

...pepperomia? that one's new

ohh... fhat sounds interesting

well i'm glad you're having fun, at least. you're probably the happiest being i've seen in... weeks, i think

[def-not-the-daughter-of-a-legend]

*She just giggles at you, making a little pepperomia plant grow at you feet.*

Tori have so so so much fun! Go see places 'nd people!

*She just hums, wrapping you up in a cloud hug while purring.*

Tori wanna say secre' can you kee' i'? Please?

*She sounds like she did when she was really little, her 't's are consistently dropped.*

[literal-legend-rabbit]

*he smiles* yea? that's good-- i imagine you cheer a lot of people up, with this attitude

...of course. when have you known me to spill a secret, cuban tody?

*he smiles a little sadly. he remembers bits and pieces of when you were little but... he knows he wasn't able to experience much of it. what with logos's issues and time travel shenanigans... he has a lot of regrets about what he missed*

[def-not-the-daughter-of-a-legend]

Yeah? Tori hope! Tory so so so hope! Tori so so so good a' helpin'!

*She trills happily, preening your hair.*

Yay! Tori say secre'!

... Peperomia Tori favori'e Reb.

Peperomia so so so smar' 'nd cool 'nd fun! 'Nd! 'Nd! Has nice flower!!

[literal-legend-rabbit]

*he smiles when you preen his hair-- he always liked that-- but then freezes when you spill the secret*

*then his smile grows wider than you would think is possible and shakes a little bit, tears sprouting in his eyes* oh-- cuban tody... y-you don't know how much that means.,. thank you

*he grins wider than ever before, soso hapyy that it's brought him to tears* w-well you're my favorite niece, kiddo, but you can't tell the others that either

[def-not-the-daughter-of-a-legend]

*She doesn't seem to understand the tears at first giving a quiet little squak of distress before you speak and she recognizes them as happy tears. She coos at you.*

Tori only say hones' words! Tori really really really mean i'!

*She giggles and trills happily at your words excitedly.*

Yay! Tori no say! Tori kee' secere'!!

*She continues to preen your hair.*

[literal-legend-rabbit]

*he giggles* i-i'm glad, cuban tody

*he nods, leanning into your preening more* i know you will, kiddo

[def-not-the-daughter-of-a-legend]

Yay!

*She trills at you in approval.*

Tori have ques'ion. Can Tori ask?

[literal-legend-rabbit]

*he smiles, rubbing at his eyes to clear away the tears*

course. what is it, kiddo?

[def-not-the-daughter-of-a-legend]

Yay!

*She brushes against your face to try to help wipe away tears.*

Why ev'ryone so sad? Tori faul'? ... Tori help?

[literal-legend-rabbit]

what? no-- of course it's not your fault. a lot of them are just worried, and oftentimes you cheer them right up. you're very good at helping, lil cuban tody

[def-not-the-daughter-of-a-legend]

. . . Promi'e? Tori... wanna help. Tori don' wanna see ev'ryone sad. Tori wanna see happy!

[literal-legend-rabbit]

*he holds out his pinky finger to you* promise. you are very helpful, little cuban tody

[def-not-the-daughter-of-a-legend]

*She makes a happy little trill, not entirely sure what you're doing with your pinkie but fully trusting you.*

Yay! Tori help so so so good!

*She settles herself about your shoulders, purring as she does.*

Pepperomia? How come ypur magic so nice?

[literal-legend-rabbit]

*he nods* yea, tori help so good

hmm... im not sure exactly, but it's probably because i take care of myself most out of the three of us

[def-not-the-daughter-of-a-legend]

*She trills happily, preening your hair again.*

Okay! Others should care self also! They need sleep jail. Lof' Lof' 'Ky say so!

*'Loft Loft Sky is certainly a throw back to her days learning to speak. Loft Loft is what she called Crimson for a good while as a toddler.*

Pepperomia wanna know 'nother secre'?

[literal-legend-rabbit]

*he chuckles* yea, they probably do. crim and sky are very smart like that. even if the birdboy is sometimes hypocritical about that stuff

*he smiles* lay it on me, cuban tody

[def-not-the-daughter-of-a-legend]

*She just giggles.*

Yeah! Lof' Lof' can be! Bu'! Tori help! Tori sleep jail Lof' Lof' 'Ky. Cause res' good!

*She giggles and really the secret could be anything from her favorite color to trying to overthrow Hylia knowing the kind of chaos child she is and was.*

Yay!

Tori 's keepin' flowers! Tori find them, 'nd keep 'em! Tori wa'ch over 'em like Flower Man wa'ch! Tori gonna find Pepperomia flower soon.

[literal-legend-rabbit]

*he smiles* rest is good, you're right

*he tilts his head* you're keeping blackthorne's flowers? wow, that's a lot of responsibility... but i know you can handle it, knowing you

[def-not-the-daughter-of-a-legend]

Yeah!

*She giggles again.*

Yeah! Tori keep 'em! Only few, only th' ones feel like pre'y magic say who frien's before are! Tori ask flowers firs' no' jus' keep.

*The twili bonds. She only takes the flowers of those she has twili bonds with.*

[literal-legend-rabbit]

hm. i'm glad you ask first, and i'm happy to know you're taking care of us

...any chance i could see these flowers? or would that scramble my mortal brain..?

[def-not-the-daughter-of-a-legend]

See? Ummm.....

*She's quiet for a moment, considering. She's never shown anyone the flowers? But! But you can be trusted.*

Yes. Can see bu' promi'e no' break flowers?

*She's already trying to figure out which flower to show you first.*

[literal-legend-rabbit]

*he nods, holding out his hand* i swear on my life i won't destroy them ,cuban tody

*this is probably the only piece of red that can say that and actually mean something by it*

[literal-legend-rabbit]

*Tulsi appears from the shadows, curling over your shoulder to look at you* wowww, so i have a worshipper in this timeline, huh? never had that happen before!

*she dissapears and reappears in front of you, looking a lot... younger than usual*

...why are you a cleric of me, exactly? did another version of me ask you too or...?

@good-twin-tulsi

*he stares at you in disbelief for a while*

...what the actual fuck.

[literal-legend-rabbit]

*Future Green comes to see Pathos after Sky leaves, not aware of what's happening but aware that Logos is not okay and Sky is with him. Which means that Green can come focus more time and energy here.*

*He's not really in the best state but this is the emotions part of Green so it's probably fine. And hey the chances of anyone notice that Green isn't just in more than one place but actively split like Red are so low. It's totally fine. Probably.*

P? Hey... uh... what... is going on? Are you... can I help? Do you want a hug?

*He's got a gentle voice as he approaches, making sure he stays where you can see him.*

... is your nose okay?

- @luherooflegend

*pathos has moved deeper into the orchard, escaping crimson's supervision and sitting against one of the trees. once he spots you his eyes fly wide open and he pulls his wrist closer to himself. there is a heavy scent of blood in the area for about half a second before something-- a spell of pathos's-- snuffs it out*

ah, it's, uhm... i'm fine, y-you really shouldn't be worried about me right now. i- i was about to come check on you, funnily enough

i... fixed my nose, it's fine. but, uh, thanks..

[luherooflegend]

*He frowns at the smell of blood, having a fairly good idea what that is...*

You're going to have to try harder to convince me of that when I can feel your distress from the other side of the property.

... I'm glad your nose is fixed.

... What happened?

*He already knows you ditched Crimson, the bird told him. Really figuring out the cause of this may help a lot.*

[literal-legend-rabbit]

*he makes a face* sometimes i hate the fact that we're so perceptive

...i did something really stupid, for no good reason, and it really upset logos. he's already upset because the thread magic preventing him from caring about tori is gone-- i just made it worse

you... should probably talk to him instead. he'd love your company...

[luherooflegend]

It can really suck.

*Hd listens, frowning.*

That... okay. Wow...

I'll talk to Logos later, he has Sky right now and is safe. I'm want to be here for you, P, you deserve that no matter what happened.

... Do you want to talk about it?

[literal-legend-rabbit]

...

*he sighs* no...

...maybe

*he turns away, frowning and fidgeting with a piece of bark on the tree trunk*

i... didn't want sky to know the three of us had split... so when he was with logos and spotted me, i... pretended to be you. logos... said he 'remembered the last time someone pretended to be green' and asked if i would 'fix him like he did'...

[luherooflegend]

*He just waits, listening when you speak. Something in his stomach curls but he nods.*

That... wouldn't go over very well.

Sky... probably knew who you were? But... I get it. I've been... well I've been in the 'not wanting people to know' situation...

Do you want a hug? Or... some pie? Or... a bunny?

[literal-legend-rabbit]

...he did,yea. like i said, it was for no good reason

i just... want to make sure he's okay. i want to make sure everyone's okay... but i fucked that up already

[luherooflegend]

Okay.

Hey, I appreciate that. Lo is upset for understandable reasons, but I'm sure that when he's had time and space he'll start to see that you weren't trying to be mean.

Logos is safe. He's with Sky, who has had a lot of practice helping people...

What do you need? Because running from place to place trying to help people before you've helped yourself is just going to cause problems. Trust me.

[literal-legend-rabbit]

he-- he knows i wasn't trying to be mean, i was just insensitive... and i'm usually the most sensitive person in the group so... that probably hurts

*he sighs* safe does not always mean okay..

i... i don't know... i've grown used to depending on the other two... ethos usually takes care of our physical needs and-- until recently-- we8d gotten... not half bad at talking out our emotional needs... logos usually did that the best though... i just handled taking care of other people... i don't... i'm not good at anything else...

[luherooflegend]

Well people make mistakes.

... No. But safe means you'll live long enough to have the chance to be okay again.

... I understand that... really fucking well actually. Splitting without warning or at all after however long together is... disorienting.

You don't have to be good at anything, Pathos. You're family and that's enough for everyone here.

I'm sorry it went badly. That... really fucking sucks.

*He sighs, and comes over, opening his arms. His eyes have a red glint to them. It's still him but this is the emotional third.*

[literal-legend-rabbit]

but... i should've known better..

...

*he shakes his head when you call it enough* but i'm supposed to be more... i'm supposed to be good family. comforting. helpful. useful

*he stares at the hug for a second, before running into it, squeezing tightly as he tries to hold back sobs. he needed this.* i- i guess you'd u-understand splitting better-r than ev-everyone, huh?

[luherooflegend]

Maybe so, but you can't go back and undo it. What matters is where you go from here, everyone fucks up.

*He just frowns.*

Says who? You are good family, P, that doesn't change because you're struggling or make a mistake. You're comforting and smart and always looking out for us. Having a hard time or messing up doesn't change that.

*He catches you easily, pulling you into a tight hug, one hand rubbing your back gently.*

Everyone but you... we - I don't split like this often... ever? But still... I'll be here for you always and no matter what.

[literal-legend-rabbit]

*he huffs* i already fucked that part up too

I-I might've been, earlier, but right now... i'm just a mess. useless. i can't even comfort my other piece well

... *he sobs* i don't-- don't deserve you all..

[luherooflegend]

I say this with love, P, but that's bullshit. You made a mistake, but Logos undstands you better than anyone's else. He mat need space but that isn't the same as irreversibly fucking up.

You're allowed to be a mess. You don't have to be able to comfort Lo right now all you need to do is breathe. Okay? Lo is safe. He's with Bird Boy. Sometimes you just need space and that doesn’t mean you've done anything wrong.

*He sighs, pulling you closer. He purrs, rubbing your back more.*

It's not about deserve, P. You're our family, and that doesn't change for anything. But also you absolutely deserve us.

[literal-legend-rabbit]

i didn't mean...

*he sniffs* but-- but 'm not supposed to... being a mess isn't helpful... t'anyone... 'nd 'm supposed to be helpful...

...what am i 'f 'm not..

*he sniffs, not responding*

[luherooflegend]

I know.

*He just sighs, purring a little louder.*

You are more than what you can do for others. You're smart, and funny, and a stubborn pain when you want to be. We love you for who you are, not for what you do for us.

You're mine, Pathos, my little brother. You always have me. Nothing is going to change that.

... I get it. I really really do. But you're so important.

[literal-legend-rabbit]

*he leans into you*

... i'm really messed up, aren't i?

i-- i love you guys so much, i just... i just get so caught up in wanting to help, a-and, when i can't... i feel like i need to be punished...

[luherooflegend]

Maybe, but I think we all are.

*He just purrs at you, rubbing your back.*

We love you too, so much....

You Dontrelle deserve to be punished. I promise you, okay? I know the feeling, but that's your brain lying to you.

[literal-legend-rabbit]

...prob'ly

*he sniffles, looking away for a moment*

it's, ah, too late for that call... i messed up, like, literal years of progress...

[luherooflegend]

*He sighs, rubbing your back more.*

You made a mistake, but it hasn't even been three hours. You don't know what the outcome is. So far, Logos has lashed out too and gone to get space to deal with this. That isn't a guarantee of anything bad.

You just need to breathe.

[literal-legend-rabbit]

n-no, i, you... i don't...

...i mean, i relapsed. i-- we were clean for years, literal years, and when we split i told ethos i could handle the body. and... i didn't.

*he steps back, letting go, and drops his illusion spell. the blood smell is back, and pathos's arms are... well, he won't bleed out, but it's definitely not pretty*

[luherooflegend]

A relapse isn't the end of the world either. They're not fun, or necessarily ideal but they aren't the end of the world

Why don't we clean these up okay? We done want them getting infected.

*He's being as calm as he knows how to be. He wants to help and he knows overbearing isn't... helpful.*

[literal-legend-rabbit]

*he hums, looking away*

i-- i can handle it on my own, if- if you want...

[luherooflegend]

... Pae... I would prefer to help you clean and treat this. If you want to do it yourself that's okay but you need to tell me.

You're my brother, I always want to help you.

[literal-legend-rabbit]

*he slow,y looks up at you* you're not... disappointed? upset? i-- i would understand if you are, i...

...i-if you want to i would... appreciate that a lot..

[luherooflegend]

No, I'm not disappointed or upset. I've relapsed before you know, my only concern here is making sure you're okay now.

I do want to.

Let's get these cleaned up okay?

[literal-legend-rabbit]

*he frowns* i-if you're sure..

*tears fall from his eyes but he pulls out a roll of bandages, hesitates, and then offers them to you*

[luherooflegend]

I'm sure, Pae.

*He takes the bandages and doesn't react to the hesitation. He pulls a warm bowl of soapy water from... somewhere, along with cloths.*

Thank you for letting me help. And for trusting me.

... do you want a distraction while we clean and bandage these?

[literal-legend-rabbit]

*he sniffs, looking up and attempting to blink back tears*

o-of course...

..i-- i'd like that, yes..

[luherooflegend]

Okay.

*He dips a cloth into the warm soapy water and takes one arm, starting to carefully clean it.*

You know when you started calling me Green I thought you might be psychic. We don't split often - haven't done it since... the end of Lorule? Anyway I'm the emotional part, I'm red. There's the Logic, he's blue. Then there's Duty, he's Green and usually who takes lead when we're divided enough internally to be three voices instead of the usual one.

... I think Sky gave us nicknames. Or... Logic does? Pretty sure imagine Sage? Who knows Bird Boy was falling asleep.

Being split up like this is so weird. Feels different. I don't know how any of you managed for so long.

[literal-legend-rabbit]

oh. hm. that's interesting. when we're splt enough in our own head, usually each of us take charge for different things, like i usually comfort or intereact with others, or bake or cook if we're realy desperate, ethos does most of the fighting and rescuing and logos... well, logos used to do the puzzles and tending to the crops but... he mostly takes a backseat now.

...you guys didn't give yourselves nicknames? how'd you refer to each other?

ah... managed is a strong word. we survived, somehow. we mostly split at the beginning of all this because we wanted to help everyone at once. which went... about as well as you'd think it would

[luherooflegend]

*He continues working through his talking and then yours. He listens closely of course - he always does. His motions are gentle but practiced. Before too long he is gently rinsing away the soapy water and patting your arms dry.*

That... makes a lot of sense. You three always seemed a lot more... well I know you're all Red but you all seemed more individual than my pieces? The roles make sense though, I've seen you all at work.

Logos... I worry sometimes that I make things harder for him by being around... but that's not something I know what to do about.

We mostly referred to ourselves as our main area of being? I'm Emotions. Logic is Logic. Duty is D because of a drunk story.

Well... I'm glad you managed I love all of you together and apart.

Oh! I wanted to ask you, any advice for strengthening the telepathic bond? We... are really out of practice.

[literal-legend-rabbit]

i think it's mostly because we spent so much time apart. none of us were in a... particularly great state during and after hytopia, so we couldn't harmonize enough to merge

...it... depends. uranium tricked logos into believing he was you so... as i understand it, and i'm not good with thread magic knowledge so i may be wrong, but any thread uranium made for logos regarding himself also applies to you. he's working on resisting them but... most of the time he'll just listen to you. unquestionably. he looks to you for guidance and alos finds comfort and sefety with you. it... can be good and bad

*he smiles a bit* we love you too, all of you

oh! it's mostly years of practice, but at the start we developed a system. since it takes a lot of magic, whenever we wanted to establish the connection, one of us would sent a short ping to the other to let them know, and then they could both pool magic into the connection, making itt use up less of either's magic. also just shorter messages help as well

[luherooflegend]

No... that is fair. We only managed because we all wanted to get home.

*He just nods as he listens, starting to carefully bandage your arms.*

Everything Uranium did applies to me too... I did my best to undo it, but my thread magic abilities are so hit or miss these days... the pain messes with them.... you got back your telepathy though, that was reassuring....

I don't want anything bad for Logos, or you, ever... but that doesn't mean I'm right when I think I know what's best. It... scares me, how obedient he is when I say things. I'm glad I can give him comfort, but I wish it was because of me and not some fucked up thread made reason.

Goddesses... I hate Uranium. With everything I am, and he terrifies me because he got to everyone, Pae... he's everything bad about me and he fucked up the minds of people I couldn't protect...

Ugh. Fucking asshole. At least I know he's gone. Sky made sure.

*He softens, smiling back a little.*

Good. We love you no matter what.

*He listens, nodding along as he ponders the words.*

Huh. That... should work. Thanks. I'll try that soon, maybe try to get Duty to sit his ass down and rest.

Thanks for that. You don't know how helpful that is. Seriously.

[literal-legend-rabbit]

i know you did, and none of that is on you. you did everything you could for your brother

i think... i think not all of it is thread magic either. i mean, logos spent weeks to months with a textbook manipulator. at least part of the effects are from manipulation and trauma, i think. a lot harder to change

i-- i know the feeling. h-he hardly ever fights anyone he considers family anymore... i think just now was the most combative he's been with me in like... years? and it was barely that, even

...he does genuinely find comfort in you, with or without thread magic, yknow? sure it's exaggerated and partially unnatural now, but if it wasn't genuine at the start, he wouldn't have fallen for uranium in the first place

...green... he's everything bad about you to the extremes. none of his actions are your fault, and he couldn't be compared to you in any conceivable way, except maybe mortal appearance.

*he nods a little*

of course! and let us know if yoy need any other advice about being split

ah, if duty needs to be pushed to rest... i could send ethos his way. i think ethos could pressure a stubborn rhinoceros into bed

[luherooflegend]

... Not enough.

... I know. I - I know, Pae... Emerald spent months playing ignorant and in love. I know what Uranium did without thread magic, too.... I... I think therapy might be good for. . . all of us? It's helped me a lot.

I don't know I just want you all to be okay.

... I hate how much has been taken from him.

*He sighs, but he doesn’t argue.*

I guess so... I - my memories are so messed up from before. I guess I worry that it's only Uranium and his doing.

... I ... Yeah... You're right. I'm sorry. I didn't mean to get all... emotional.

*He smiles a little wider.*

I will.

Maybe so. Duty is running his ragged right now, though we all are... he's the worst. If Ethos can lend a hand there we'd appreciate it.

[literal-legend-rabbit]

*he waits for you to finish with the bandages, then pulls you into a hug* you did more than enough, i promise

...therapy... would probably be good for lo-- *he pauses, then sighs, changing his mind* probably for all of us... ethos and i are just worried about who we confide our secrets in and... logos doesnt have the motivation to go on his own..

*he squeezes you tighter, assuring you with all his might (not much, considering he doesn't have any power bracelets on right now)* we're working towards being okay, slowly

...i know. we hate it too, it's.... *he sighs* but... i think he'll be able to recover better separated from us.... probably

*he shakes his head* above all else, you're his brother, magic or not. logos was always on your side, before any thread magic came around. he'd stay at your house when he needed comfort or when him and e or him and i were fighting... he loves you guys-- all of you and emerald-- so so much

*he huffs a little* do you remember who you're talking to? don't apologize for getting emotional, i get it

...hm, alright. do you know where he is? i'll send ethos his way

[luherooflegend]

*He squeaks in surprise but he returns the hug quickly, one hand rubbing your back softly.*

I... hope so.

Finding the right therapist can be really hard. I... had to break reality a tiny bit to find mine, she's great though, actually equipped to comprehend immortality and deities... but if you aren't ready for therapy that's okay.

*He just melts into the hug, unbothered by the lack of power bracelets. As a deity most mortal strengths feel weak to him but it's about who he's hugging that matters more.*

I... hate the idea of him being away? I know it's good for him, and I know Sky will be right there and is safe..... but... he's mine, Pae, mine. My brother. I... just want to keep him close and safe and happy. I don't know. I won't, obviously. Space is good for him, and if he needs me I'll know.

... do you think... I'm... is it going to be okay if I visit him sometimes? I know I can visit you and E, you're absolutely stuck with me.

*He smiles softly. He hates that he has a favorite out of the three of you, but that's not something he can help and frankly it's only a little bit of a favorite.*

I... remember? Sort of. The emotions. I love him too... so much. I love all three of you, no mater what. . . Emerald loves you guys too, but... I think he's got a soft spot for Logos after living through Uranium together.

... Tori... adores you three, I'll ask her to give Lo some space for now, already figured out how to be a cloud and visit the mortal world... but I think everyone's could use a day or two to process? Probably?

*He is taken off guard enough by the reassurance to giggle, something he tries not to do.*

Yeah... fair enough.

*He snorts.*

We're all split into too many pieces. The easiest piece of Duty to get to is probably going to be the one that's running the house still. He won't admit who he is to anyone except probably you three and Emerald.

[literal-legend-rabbit]

*he presses his forehead against yours* i knowmso, greenbean

ha, yea, the closest i have to that is tulsi and i... don't believe she's mentally stable enough on her own to give therapy to others.m plus it would be... really weird, given the circumstances

i-- i know. it's hard to see him go but... we know sky will keep him safe and it!s... probably what he needs right now... all he's done since we've split is just.... stay in bed. until this hit him, that is

he'll be okay, and of course you can visit him. *he grins when you mention being stuck with yiu* wouldn't have it any other way, beanie

*he smiles, nuzzling into you*

yea, e talked to tor for a bit recently. was bragging about how he's her favorite too

*he smiles, then frowns a little* your thirds are... split into even more pieces?

[luherooflegend]

*He giggles again, the use of the nickname helps loosen something in his chest.*

I'm not about to argue with you.

Ah... yeah that would be awkward huh? Devotee and all. Well if you want to find one I can help however you like and if not that's okay too. Either way you still have people's here for you.

... Yeah...

*He frowns.*

Until... what hit him? Did something new pop up?

I'll visit him then. I just... I don't want to make it worse. Maybe I'll bring Ben or Gan to see him they're both sweet kids... I don't know.

Glad you don't mind being stuck with me though, Pae.

*He just purrs softly, nuzzling you right back.*

Course he did, he's kind of a little shit sometimes.

*He sounds very fond of Ethos, there's no real bite.*

Tori's been breaking out lately, and trying to amass an army of birds. . . I should probably warn you she's likely to come find you soon too... Bird Boy says she's a lot like how I was as a little cloud? Dunno.

I'm just glad he has a good talk with her.

Your arms feel any better?

[literal-legend-rabbit]

*he pats your head* good, you know better

...maybe... later. i just wanna stay with you right now

ah... i don't know much, he's trying to block me out but... i think when tor's connection snapped... the thread magic regarding his perception of her did too, so he-- he has the ability to care about her again and... has a lot of regrets

...you won't. he'd be sad if he didn't see you every so often, beanie

*he smiles*

yea, that's ethos for you

*he giggles* yea, the way ethos has been describing her is a lot like when you were newly ascended-- i suppose the chaotic instincts run in your blood

*he freezes a sec, but then immediately gets it together. he was hoping you'd forget about that* y-yea, they're a lot better now

[luherooflegend]

*He leans into the head pats.*

Course I do.

Okay, works for me I like that plan. We should get caffiene though, I'm not sleeping much lately.

*He frowns, making that sad cloud sound.*

Oh... That... shit. Okay, I didn't even Realize that's... happened... maybe... she should visit him? I don't know.

*He just hums, dropping his head to your shoulder.*

As long as I don't make it worse for him. I'll be happy to visit.

*He giggles back at you.*

It must, she's started keeping fate flowers and sneaks out when she's lonely. Sorry you have to deal with two clouds, Pae.

*He just smiles softly.*

I'm glad. I don't want them hurting. That's not fun.

You hungry? Want anything?

[literal-legend-rabbit]

... i feel like the correct solution for not sleeping well is.. getting more sleep, not caffeine, but i won't stop you

just... if it would help, i could stay by your side while you slept..?

i think... sky's got it handled right now, but we can ask her to visit once he's calmer and more settled

*he chuckles* of course she is. don't be sorry, though, i like you guys. you two are my favorite clouds

...

ah.. perhaps. i should probably have some food by now, yea....

[literal-legend-rabbit]

*Tori comes to Ethos while he's alone, she is just an orange cloud of magic that chirps and trills happens when she sees you.*

Hi! Hi hi!! Tori know you? Tori.... Tori know!

Hi! Hi Re-b! Re-b??

Hi!

Tori visi'!

*She floats closer while giggling. Her magic feels much healthier this time. She's... rather reminiscent of cloud Green in all honesty although her hylian is better.*

- @def-not-the-daughter-of-a-legend

*ethos is in green's orchard, tending to it because it's the best thing he can do to help right now*

oh-- hi tori *he smiles a bit* i missed you, cuban tody

*he laughs as well, leaning into her and very happy she's healthy and well* how's cloudhood treating you?

[def-not-the-daughter-of-a-legend]

*She gasps happily *

Yeah! Tori tha'! Yay!

*She wraps around you in a cloud hug.*

Tori miss you!

Hi Pepperomia!

Tori fin' you! Tori follow th' magic 'nd th' cool gol' threa's!!

*She hums.*

Clou'? Tori love love love be clou'! Tori ma'ch wi' Clou' Bunny!!

[literal-legend-rabbit]

*he chuckles*

...pepperomia? that one's new

ohh... fhat sounds interesting

well i'm glad you're having fun, at least. you're probably the happiest being i've seen in... weeks, i think

[def-not-the-daughter-of-a-legend]

*She just giggles at you, making a little pepperomia plant grow at you feet.*

Tori have so so so much fun! Go see places 'nd people!

*She just hums, wrapping you up in a cloud hug while purring.*

Tori wanna say secre' can you kee' i'? Please?

*She sounds like she did when she was really little, her 't's are consistently dropped.*

[literal-legend-rabbit]

*he smiles* yea? that's good-- i imagine you cheer a lot of people up, with this attitude

...of course. when have you known me to spill a secret, cuban tody?

*he smiles a little sadly. he remembers bits and pieces of when you were little but... he knows he wasn't able to experience much of it. what with logos's issues and time travel shenanigans... he has a lot of regrets about what he missed*

[def-not-the-daughter-of-a-legend]

Yeah? Tori hope! Tory so so so hope! Tori so so so good a' helpin'!

*She trills happily, preening your hair.*

Yay! Tori say secre'!

... Peperomia Tori favori'e Reb.

Peperomia so so so smar' 'nd cool 'nd fun! 'Nd! 'Nd! Has nice flower!!

[literal-legend-rabbit]

*he smiles when you preen his hair-- he always liked that-- but then freezes when you spill the secret*

*then his smile grows wider than you would think is possible and shakes a little bit, tears sprouting in his eyes* oh-- cuban tody... y-you don't know how much that means.,. thank you

*he grins wider than ever before, soso hapyy that it's brought him to tears* w-well you're my favorite niece, kiddo, but you can't tell the others that either

[def-not-the-daughter-of-a-legend]

*She doesn't seem to understand the tears at first giving a quiet little squak of distress before you speak and she recognizes them as happy tears. She coos at you.*

Tori only say hones' words! Tori really really really mean i'!

*She giggles and trills happily at your words excitedly.*

Yay! Tori no say! Tori kee' secere'!!

*She continues to preen your hair.*

[literal-legend-rabbit]

*he giggles* i-i'm glad, cuban tody

*he nods, leanning into your preening more* i know you will, kiddo

[def-not-the-daughter-of-a-legend]

Yay!

*She trills at you in approval.*

Tori have ques'ion. Can Tori ask?

[literal-legend-rabbit]

*he smiles, rubbing at his eyes to clear away the tears*

course. what is it, kiddo?

[def-not-the-daughter-of-a-legend]

Yay!

*She brushes against your face to try to help wipe away tears.*

Why ev'ryone so sad? Tori faul'? ... Tori help?

[literal-legend-rabbit]

what? no-- of course it's not your fault. a lot of them are just worried, and oftentimes you cheer them right up. you're very good at helping, lil cuban tody

[def-not-the-daughter-of-a-legend]

. . . Promi'e? Tori... wanna help. Tori don' wanna see ev'ryone sad. Tori wanna see happy!

[literal-legend-rabbit]

*he holds out his pinky finger to you* promise. you are very helpful, little cuban tody

[def-not-the-daughter-of-a-legend]

*She makes a happy little trill, not entirely sure what you're doing with your pinkie but fully trusting you.*

Yay! Tori help so so so good!

*She settles herself about your shoulders, purring as she does.*

Pepperomia? How come ypur magic so nice?

[literal-legend-rabbit]

*he nods* yea, tori help so good

hmm... im not sure exactly, but it's probably because i take care of myself most out of the three of us

[def-not-the-daughter-of-a-legend]

*She trills happily, preening your hair again.*

Okay! Others should care self also! They need sleep jail. Lof' Lof' 'Ky say so!

*'Loft Loft Sky is certainly a throw back to her days learning to speak. Loft Loft is what she called Crimson for a good while as a toddler.*

Pepperomia wanna know 'nother secre'?

[literal-legend-rabbit]

*he chuckles* yea, they probably do. crim and sky are very smart like that. even if the birdboy is sometimes hypocritical about that stuff

*he smiles* lay it on me, cuban tody

[def-not-the-daughter-of-a-legend]

*She just giggles.*

Yeah! Lof' Lof' can be! Bu'! Tori help! Tori sleep jail Lof' Lof' 'Ky. Cause res' good!

*She giggles and really the secret could be anything from her favorite color to trying to overthrow Hylia knowing the kind of chaos child she is and was.*

Yay!

Tori 's keepin' flowers! Tori find them, 'nd keep 'em! Tori wa'ch over 'em like Flower Man wa'ch! Tori gonna find Pepperomia flower soon.

[literal-legend-rabbit]

*he smiles* rest is good, you're right

*he tilts his head* you're keeping blackthorne's flowers? wow, that's a lot of responsibility... but i know you can handle it, knowing you

[def-not-the-daughter-of-a-legend]

Yeah!

*She giggles again.*

Yeah! Tori keep 'em! Only few, only th' ones feel like pre'y magic say who frien's before are! Tori ask flowers firs' no' jus' keep.

*The twili bonds. She only takes the flowers of those she has twili bonds with.*

[literal-legend-rabbit]

hm. i'm glad you ask first, and i'm happy to know you're taking care of us

...any chance i could see these flowers? or would that scramble my mortal brain..?

[literal-legend-rabbit]

*Future Green comes to see Pathos after Sky leaves, not aware of what's happening but aware that Logos is not okay and Sky is with him. Which means that Green can come focus more time and energy here.*

*He's not really in the best state but this is the emotions part of Green so it's probably fine. And hey the chances of anyone notice that Green isn't just in more than one place but actively split like Red are so low. It's totally fine. Probably.*

P? Hey... uh... what... is going on? Are you... can I help? Do you want a hug?

*He's got a gentle voice as he approaches, making sure he stays where you can see him.*

... is your nose okay?

- @luherooflegend

*pathos has moved deeper into the orchard, escaping crimson's supervision and sitting against one of the trees. once he spots you his eyes fly wide open and he pulls his wrist closer to himself. there is a heavy scent of blood in the area for about half a second before something-- a spell of pathos's-- snuffs it out*

ah, it's, uhm... i'm fine, y-you really shouldn't be worried about me right now. i- i was about to come check on you, funnily enough

i... fixed my nose, it's fine. but, uh, thanks..

[luherooflegend]

*He frowns at the smell of blood, having a fairly good idea what that is...*

You're going to have to try harder to convince me of that when I can feel your distress from the other side of the property.

... I'm glad your nose is fixed.

... What happened?

*He already knows you ditched Crimson, the bird told him. Really figuring out the cause of this may help a lot.*

[literal-legend-rabbit]

*he makes a face* sometimes i hate the fact that we're so perceptive

...i did something really stupid, for no good reason, and it really upset logos. he's already upset because the thread magic preventing him from caring about tori is gone-- i just made it worse

you... should probably talk to him instead. he'd love your company...

[luherooflegend]

It can really suck.

*Hd listens, frowning.*

That... okay. Wow...

I'll talk to Logos later, he has Sky right now and is safe. I'm want to be here for you, P, you deserve that no matter what happened.

... Do you want to talk about it?

[literal-legend-rabbit]

...

*he sighs* no...

...maybe

*he turns away, frowning and fidgeting with a piece of bark on the tree trunk*

i... didn't want sky to know the three of us had split... so when he was with logos and spotted me, i... pretended to be you. logos... said he 'remembered the last time someone pretended to be green' and asked if i would 'fix him like he did'...

[luherooflegend]

*He just waits, listening when you speak. Something in his stomach curls but he nods.*

That... wouldn't go over very well.

Sky... probably knew who you were? But... I get it. I've been... well I've been in the 'not wanting people to know' situation...

Do you want a hug? Or... some pie? Or... a bunny?

[literal-legend-rabbit]

...he did,yea. like i said, it was for no good reason

i just... want to make sure he's okay. i want to make sure everyone's okay... but i fucked that up already

[luherooflegend]

Okay.

Hey, I appreciate that. Lo is upset for understandable reasons, but I'm sure that when he's had time and space he'll start to see that you weren't trying to be mean.

Logos is safe. He's with Sky, who has had a lot of practice helping people...

What do you need? Because running from place to place trying to help people before you've helped yourself is just going to cause problems. Trust me.

[literal-legend-rabbit]

he-- he knows i wasn't trying to be mean, i was just insensitive... and i'm usually the most sensitive person in the group so... that probably hurts

*he sighs* safe does not always mean okay..

i... i don't know... i've grown used to depending on the other two... ethos usually takes care of our physical needs and-- until recently-- we8d gotten... not half bad at talking out our emotional needs... logos usually did that the best though... i just handled taking care of other people... i don't... i'm not good at anything else...

[luherooflegend]

Well people make mistakes.

... No. But safe means you'll live long enough to have the chance to be okay again.

... I understand that... really fucking well actually. Splitting without warning or at all after however long together is... disorienting.

You don't have to be good at anything, Pathos. You're family and that's enough for everyone here.

I'm sorry it went badly. That... really fucking sucks.

*He sighs, and comes over, opening his arms. His eyes have a red glint to them. It's still him but this is the emotional third.*

[literal-legend-rabbit]

but... i should've known better..

...

*he shakes his head when you call it enough* but i'm supposed to be more... i'm supposed to be good family. comforting. helpful. useful

*he stares at the hug for a second, before running into it, squeezing tightly as he tries to hold back sobs. he needed this.* i- i guess you'd u-understand splitting better-r than ev-everyone, huh?

[luherooflegend]

Maybe so, but you can't go back and undo it. What matters is where you go from here, everyone fucks up.

*He just frowns.*

Says who? You are good family, P, that doesn't change because you're struggling or make a mistake. You're comforting and smart and always looking out for us. Having a hard time or messing up doesn't change that.

*He catches you easily, pulling you into a tight hug, one hand rubbing your back gently.*

Everyone but you... we - I don't split like this often... ever? But still... I'll be here for you always and no matter what.

[literal-legend-rabbit]

*he huffs* i already fucked that part up too

I-I might've been, earlier, but right now... i'm just a mess. useless. i can't even comfort my other piece well

... *he sobs* i don't-- don't deserve you all..

[luherooflegend]

I say this with love, P, but that's bullshit. You made a mistake, but Logos undstands you better than anyone's else. He mat need space but that isn't the same as irreversibly fucking up.

You're allowed to be a mess. You don't have to be able to comfort Lo right now all you need to do is breathe. Okay? Lo is safe. He's with Bird Boy. Sometimes you just need space and that doesn’t mean you've done anything wrong.

*He sighs, pulling you closer. He purrs, rubbing your back more.*

It's not about deserve, P. You're our family, and that doesn't change for anything. But also you absolutely deserve us.

[literal-legend-rabbit]

i didn't mean...

*he sniffs* but-- but 'm not supposed to... being a mess isn't helpful... t'anyone... 'nd 'm supposed to be helpful...

...what am i 'f 'm not..

*he sniffs, not responding*

[luherooflegend]

I know.

*He just sighs, purring a little louder.*

You are more than what you can do for others. You're smart, and funny, and a stubborn pain when you want to be. We love you for who you are, not for what you do for us.

You're mine, Pathos, my little brother. You always have me. Nothing is going to change that.

... I get it. I really really do. But you're so important.

[literal-legend-rabbit]

*he leans into you*

... i'm really messed up, aren't i?

i-- i love you guys so much, i just... i just get so caught up in wanting to help, a-and, when i can't... i feel like i need to be punished...

[luherooflegend]

Maybe, but I think we all are.

*He just purrs at you, rubbing your back.*

We love you too, so much....

You Dontrelle deserve to be punished. I promise you, okay? I know the feeling, but that's your brain lying to you.

[literal-legend-rabbit]

...prob'ly

*he sniffles, looking away for a moment*

it's, ah, too late for that call... i messed up, like, literal years of progress...

[luherooflegend]

*He sighs, rubbing your back more.*

You made a mistake, but it hasn't even been three hours. You don't know what the outcome is. So far, Logos has lashed out too and gone to get space to deal with this. That isn't a guarantee of anything bad.

You just need to breathe.

[literal-legend-rabbit]

n-no, i, you... i don't...

...i mean, i relapsed. i-- we were clean for years, literal years, and when we split i told ethos i could handle the body. and... i didn't.

*he steps back, letting go, and drops his illusion spell. the blood smell is back, and pathos's arms are... well, he won't bleed out, but it's definitely not pretty*

[luherooflegend]

A relapse isn't the end of the world either. They're not fun, or necessarily ideal but they aren't the end of the world

Why don't we clean these up okay? We done want them getting infected.

*He's being as calm as he knows how to be. He wants to help and he knows overbearing isn't... helpful.*

[literal-legend-rabbit]

*he hums, looking away*

i-- i can handle it on my own, if- if you want...

[luherooflegend]

... Pae... I would prefer to help you clean and treat this. If you want to do it yourself that's okay but you need to tell me.

You're my brother, I always want to help you.

[literal-legend-rabbit]

*he slow,y looks up at you* you're not... disappointed? upset? i-- i would understand if you are, i...

...i-if you want to i would... appreciate that a lot..

[luherooflegend]

No, I'm not disappointed or upset. I've relapsed before you know, my only concern here is making sure you're okay now.

I do want to.

Let's get these cleaned up okay?

[literal-legend-rabbit]

*he frowns* i-if you're sure..

*tears fall from his eyes but he pulls out a roll of bandages, hesitates, and then offers them to you*

[luherooflegend]

I'm sure, Pae.

*He takes the bandages and doesn't react to the hesitation. He pulls a warm bowl of soapy water from... somewhere, along with cloths.*

Thank you for letting me help. And for trusting me.

... do you want a distraction while we clean and bandage these?

[literal-legend-rabbit]

*he sniffs, looking up and attempting to blink back tears*

o-of course...

..i-- i'd like that, yes..

[luherooflegend]

Okay.

*He dips a cloth into the warm soapy water and takes one arm, starting to carefully clean it.*

You know when you started calling me Green I thought you might be psychic. We don't split often - haven't done it since... the end of Lorule? Anyway I'm the emotional part, I'm red. There's the Logic, he's blue. Then there's Duty, he's Green and usually who takes lead when we're divided enough internally to be three voices instead of the usual one.

... I think Sky gave us nicknames. Or... Logic does? Pretty sure imagine Sage? Who knows Bird Boy was falling asleep.

Being split up like this is so weird. Feels different. I don't know how any of you managed for so long.

[literal-legend-rabbit]

oh. hm. that's interesting. when we're splt enough in our own head, usually each of us take charge for different things, like i usually comfort or intereact with others, or bake or cook if we're realy desperate, ethos does most of the fighting and rescuing and logos... well, logos used to do the puzzles and tending to the crops but... he mostly takes a backseat now.

...you guys didn't give yourselves nicknames? how'd you refer to each other?

ah... managed is a strong word. we survived, somehow. we mostly split at the beginning of all this because we wanted to help everyone at once. which went... about as well as you'd think it would

[luherooflegend]

*He continues working through his talking and then yours. He listens closely of course - he always does. His motions are gentle but practiced. Before too long he is gently rinsing away the soapy water and patting your arms dry.*

That... makes a lot of sense. You three always seemed a lot more... well I know you're all Red but you all seemed more individual than my pieces? The roles make sense though, I've seen you all at work.

Logos... I worry sometimes that I make things harder for him by being around... but that's not something I know what to do about.

We mostly referred to ourselves as our main area of being? I'm Emotions. Logic is Logic. Duty is D because of a drunk story.

Well... I'm glad you managed I love all of you together and apart.

Oh! I wanted to ask you, any advice for strengthening the telepathic bond? We... are really out of practice.

[literal-legend-rabbit]

i think it's mostly because we spent so much time apart. none of us were in a... particularly great state during and after hytopia, so we couldn't harmonize enough to merge

...it... depends. uranium tricked logos into believing he was you so... as i understand it, and i'm not good with thread magic knowledge so i may be wrong, but any thread uranium made for logos regarding himself also applies to you. he's working on resisting them but... most of the time he'll just listen to you. unquestionably. he looks to you for guidance and alos finds comfort and sefety with you. it... can be good and bad

*he smiles a bit* we love you too, all of you

oh! it's mostly years of practice, but at the start we developed a system. since it takes a lot of magic, whenever we wanted to establish the connection, one of us would sent a short ping to the other to let them know, and then they could both pool magic into the connection, making itt use up less of either's magic. also just shorter messages help as well

[luherooflegend]

No... that is fair. We only managed because we all wanted to get home.

*He just nods as he listens, starting to carefully bandage your arms.*

Everything Uranium did applies to me too... I did my best to undo it, but my thread magic abilities are so hit or miss these days... the pain messes with them.... you got back your telepathy though, that was reassuring....

I don't want anything bad for Logos, or you, ever... but that doesn't mean I'm right when I think I know what's best. It... scares me, how obedient he is when I say things. I'm glad I can give him comfort, but I wish it was because of me and not some fucked up thread made reason.

Goddesses... I hate Uranium. With everything I am, and he terrifies me because he got to everyone, Pae... he's everything bad about me and he fucked up the minds of people I couldn't protect...

Ugh. Fucking asshole. At least I know he's gone. Sky made sure.

*He softens, smiling back a little.*

Good. We love you no matter what.

*He listens, nodding along as he ponders the words.*

Huh. That... should work. Thanks. I'll try that soon, maybe try to get Duty to sit his ass down and rest.

Thanks for that. You don't know how helpful that is. Seriously.

[literal-legend-rabbit]

i know you did, and none of that is on you. you did everything you could for your brother

i think... i think not all of it is thread magic either. i mean, logos spent weeks to months with a textbook manipulator. at least part of the effects are from manipulation and trauma, i think. a lot harder to change

i-- i know the feeling. h-he hardly ever fights anyone he considers family anymore... i think just now was the most combative he's been with me in like... years? and it was barely that, even

...he does genuinely find comfort in you, with or without thread magic, yknow? sure it's exaggerated and partially unnatural now, but if it wasn't genuine at the start, he wouldn't have fallen for uranium in the first place

...green... he's everything bad about you to the extremes. none of his actions are your fault, and he couldn't be compared to you in any conceivable way, except maybe mortal appearance.

*he nods a little*

of course! and let us know if yoy need any other advice about being split

ah, if duty needs to be pushed to rest... i could send ethos his way. i think ethos could pressure a stubborn rhinoceros into bed

[luherooflegend]

... Not enough.

... I know. I - I know, Pae... Emerald spent months playing ignorant and in love. I know what Uranium did without thread magic, too.... I... I think therapy might be good for. . . all of us? It's helped me a lot.

I don't know I just want you all to be okay.

... I hate how much has been taken from him.

*He sighs, but he doesn’t argue.*

I guess so... I - my memories are so messed up from before. I guess I worry that it's only Uranium and his doing.

... I ... Yeah... You're right. I'm sorry. I didn't mean to get all... emotional.

*He smiles a little wider.*

I will.

Maybe so. Duty is running his ragged right now, though we all are... he's the worst. If Ethos can lend a hand there we'd appreciate it.

[literal-legend-rabbit]

*he waits for you to finish with the bandages, then pulls you into a hug* you did more than enough, i promise

...therapy... would probably be good for lo-- *he pauses, then sighs, changing his mind* probably for all of us... ethos and i are just worried about who we confide our secrets in and... logos doesnt have the motivation to go on his own..

*he squeezes you tighter, assuring you with all his might (not much, considering he doesn't have any power bracelets on right now)* we're working towards being okay, slowly

...i know. we hate it too, it's.... *he sighs* but... i think he'll be able to recover better separated from us.... probably

*he shakes his head* above all else, you're his brother, magic or not. logos was always on your side, before any thread magic came around. he'd stay at your house when he needed comfort or when him and e or him and i were fighting... he loves you guys-- all of you and emerald-- so so much

*he huffs a little* do you remember who you're talking to? don't apologize for getting emotional, i get it

...hm, alright. do you know where he is? i'll send ethos his way

[luherooflegend]

*He squeaks in surprise but he returns the hug quickly, one hand rubbing your back softly.*

I... hope so.

Finding the right therapist can be really hard. I... had to break reality a tiny bit to find mine, she's great though, actually equipped to comprehend immortality and deities... but if you aren't ready for therapy that's okay.

*He just melts into the hug, unbothered by the lack of power bracelets. As a deity most mortal strengths feel weak to him but it's about who he's hugging that matters more.*

I... hate the idea of him being away? I know it's good for him, and I know Sky will be right there and is safe..... but... he's mine, Pae, mine. My brother. I... just want to keep him close and safe and happy. I don't know. I won't, obviously. Space is good for him, and if he needs me I'll know.

... do you think... I'm... is it going to be okay if I visit him sometimes? I know I can visit you and E, you're absolutely stuck with me.

*He smiles softly. He hates that he has a favorite out of the three of you, but that's not something he can help and frankly it's only a little bit of a favorite.*

I... remember? Sort of. The emotions. I love him too... so much. I love all three of you, no mater what. . . Emerald loves you guys too, but... I think he's got a soft spot for Logos after living through Uranium together.

... Tori... adores you three, I'll ask her to give Lo some space for now, already figured out how to be a cloud and visit the mortal world... but I think everyone's could use a day or two to process? Probably?

*He is taken off guard enough by the reassurance to giggle, something he tries not to do.*

Yeah... fair enough.

*He snorts.*

We're all split into too many pieces. The easiest piece of Duty to get to is probably going to be the one that's running the house still. He won't admit who he is to anyone except probably you three and Emerald.

[literal-legend-rabbit]

*he presses his forehead against yours* i knowmso, greenbean

ha, yea, the closest i have to that is tulsi and i... don't believe she's mentally stable enough on her own to give therapy to others.m plus it would be... really weird, given the circumstances

i-- i know. it's hard to see him go but... we know sky will keep him safe and it!s... probably what he needs right now... all he's done since we've split is just.... stay in bed. until this hit him, that is

he'll be okay, and of course you can visit him. *he grins when you mention being stuck with yiu* wouldn't have it any other way, beanie

*he smiles, nuzzling into you*

yea, e talked to tor for a bit recently. was bragging about how he's her favorite too

*he smiles, then frowns a little* your thirds are... split into even more pieces?

[luherooflegend]

*He giggles again, the use of the nickname helps loosen something in his chest.*

I'm not about to argue with you.

Ah... yeah that would be awkward huh? Devotee and all. Well if you want to find one I can help however you like and if not that's okay too. Either way you still have people's here for you.

... Yeah...

*He frowns.*

Until... what hit him? Did something new pop up?

I'll visit him then. I just... I don't want to make it worse. Maybe I'll bring Ben or Gan to see him they're both sweet kids... I don't know.

Glad you don't mind being stuck with me though, Pae.

*He just purrs softly, nuzzling you right back.*

Course he did, he's kind of a little shit sometimes.

*He sounds very fond of Ethos, there's no real bite.*

Tori's been breaking out lately, and trying to amass an army of birds. . . I should probably warn you she's likely to come find you soon too... Bird Boy says she's a lot like how I was as a little cloud? Dunno.

I'm just glad he has a good talk with her.

Your arms feel any better?

[literal-legend-rabbit]

*he pats your head* good, you know better

...maybe... later. i just wanna stay with you right now

ah... i don't know much, he's trying to block me out but... i think when tor's connection snapped... the thread magic regarding his perception of her did too, so he-- he has the ability to care about her again and... has a lot of regrets

...you won't. he'd be sad if he didn't see you every so often, beanie

*he smiles*

yea, that's ethos for you

*he giggles* yea, the way ethos has been describing her is a lot like when you were newly ascended-- i suppose the chaotic instincts run in your blood

*he freezes a sec, but then immediately gets it together. he was hoping you'd forget about that* y-yea, they're a lot better now

[literal-legend-rabbit]

*Tori comes to Ethos while he's alone, she is just an orange cloud of magic that chirps and trills happens when she sees you.*

Hi! Hi hi!! Tori know you? Tori.... Tori know!

Hi! Hi Re-b! Re-b??

Hi!

Tori visi'!

*She floats closer while giggling. Her magic feels much healthier this time. She's... rather reminiscent of cloud Green in all honesty although her hylian is better.*

- @def-not-the-daughter-of-a-legend

*ethos is in green's orchard, tending to it because it's the best thing he can do to help right now*

oh-- hi tori *he smiles a bit* i missed you, cuban tody

*he laughs as well, leaning into her and very happy she's healthy and well* how's cloudhood treating you?

[def-not-the-daughter-of-a-legend]

*She gasps happily *

Yeah! Tori tha'! Yay!

*She wraps around you in a cloud hug.*

Tori miss you!

Hi Pepperomia!

Tori fin' you! Tori follow th' magic 'nd th' cool gol' threa's!!

*She hums.*

Clou'? Tori love love love be clou'! Tori ma'ch wi' Clou' Bunny!!

[literal-legend-rabbit]

*he chuckles*

...pepperomia? that one's new

ohh... fhat sounds interesting

well i'm glad you're having fun, at least. you're probably the happiest being i've seen in... weeks, i think

[def-not-the-daughter-of-a-legend]

*She just giggles at you, making a little pepperomia plant grow at you feet.*

Tori have so so so much fun! Go see places 'nd people!

*She just hums, wrapping you up in a cloud hug while purring.*

Tori wanna say secre' can you kee' i'? Please?

*She sounds like she did when she was really little, her 't's are consistently dropped.*

[literal-legend-rabbit]

*he smiles* yea? that's good-- i imagine you cheer a lot of people up, with this attitude

...of course. when have you known me to spill a secret, cuban tody?

*he smiles a little sadly. he remembers bits and pieces of when you were little but... he knows he wasn't able to experience much of it. what with logos's issues and time travel shenanigans... he has a lot of regrets about what he missed*

[def-not-the-daughter-of-a-legend]

Yeah? Tori hope! Tory so so so hope! Tori so so so good a' helpin'!

*She trills happily, preening your hair.*

Yay! Tori say secre'!

... Peperomia Tori favori'e Reb.

Peperomia so so so smar' 'nd cool 'nd fun! 'Nd! 'Nd! Has nice flower!!

[literal-legend-rabbit]

*he smiles when you preen his hair-- he always liked that-- but then freezes when you spill the secret*

*then his smile grows wider than you would think is possible and shakes a little bit, tears sprouting in his eyes* oh-- cuban tody... y-you don't know how much that means.,. thank you

*he grins wider than ever before, soso hapyy that it's brought him to tears* w-well you're my favorite niece, kiddo, but you can't tell the others that either

[def-not-the-daughter-of-a-legend]

*She doesn't seem to understand the tears at first giving a quiet little squak of distress before you speak and she recognizes them as happy tears. She coos at you.*

Tori only say hones' words! Tori really really really mean i'!

*She giggles and trills happily at your words excitedly.*

Yay! Tori no say! Tori kee' secere'!!

*She continues to preen your hair.*

[literal-legend-rabbit]

*he giggles* i-i'm glad, cuban tody

*he nods, leanning into your preening more* i know you will, kiddo

[def-not-the-daughter-of-a-legend]

Yay!

*She trills at you in approval.*

Tori have ques'ion. Can Tori ask?

[literal-legend-rabbit]

*he smiles, rubbing at his eyes to clear away the tears*

course. what is it, kiddo?

[def-not-the-daughter-of-a-legend]

Yay!

*She brushes against your face to try to help wipe away tears.*

Why ev'ryone so sad? Tori faul'? ... Tori help?

[literal-legend-rabbit]

what? no-- of course it's not your fault. a lot of them are just worried, and oftentimes you cheer them right up. you're very good at helping, lil cuban tody

[def-not-the-daughter-of-a-legend]

. . . Promi'e? Tori... wanna help. Tori don' wanna see ev'ryone sad. Tori wanna see happy!

[literal-legend-rabbit]

*he holds out his pinky finger to you* promise. you are very helpful, little cuban tody

[def-not-the-daughter-of-a-legend]

*She makes a happy little trill, not entirely sure what you're doing with your pinkie but fully trusting you.*

Yay! Tori help so so so good!

*She settles herself about your shoulders, purring as she does.*

Pepperomia? How come ypur magic so nice?

[literal-legend-rabbit]

*he nods* yea, tori help so good

hmm... im not sure exactly, but it's probably because i take care of myself most out of the three of us

[def-not-the-daughter-of-a-legend]

*She trills happily, preening your hair again.*

Okay! Others should care self also! They need sleep jail. Lof' Lof' 'Ky say so!

*'Loft Loft Sky is certainly a throw back to her days learning to speak. Loft Loft is what she called Crimson for a good while as a toddler.*

Pepperomia wanna know 'nother secre'?

[literal-legend-rabbit]

*he chuckles* yea, they probably do. crim and sky are very smart like that. even if the birdboy is sometimes hypocritical about that stuff

*he smiles* lay it on me, cuban tody

[def-not-the-daughter-of-a-legend]

*She just giggles.*

Yeah! Lof' Lof' can be! Bu'! Tori help! Tori sleep jail Lof' Lof' 'Ky. Cause res' good!

*She giggles and really the secret could be anything from her favorite color to trying to overthrow Hylia knowing the kind of chaos child she is and was.*

Yay!

Tori 's keepin' flowers! Tori find them, 'nd keep 'em! Tori wa'ch over 'em like Flower Man wa'ch! Tori gonna find Pepperomia flower soon.

[literal-legend-rabbit]

*he smiles* rest is good, you're right

*he tilts his head* you're keeping blackthorne's flowers? wow, that's a lot of responsibility... but i know you can handle it, knowing you

[literal-legend-rabbit]

*Future Green comes to see Pathos after Sky leaves, not aware of what's happening but aware that Logos is not okay and Sky is with him. Which means that Green can come focus more time and energy here.*

*He's not really in the best state but this is the emotions part of Green so it's probably fine. And hey the chances of anyone notice that Green isn't just in more than one place but actively split like Red are so low. It's totally fine. Probably.*

P? Hey... uh... what... is going on? Are you... can I help? Do you want a hug?

*He's got a gentle voice as he approaches, making sure he stays where you can see him.*

... is your nose okay?

- @luherooflegend

*pathos has moved deeper into the orchard, escaping crimson's supervision and sitting against one of the trees. once he spots you his eyes fly wide open and he pulls his wrist closer to himself. there is a heavy scent of blood in the area for about half a second before something-- a spell of pathos's-- snuffs it out*

ah, it's, uhm... i'm fine, y-you really shouldn't be worried about me right now. i- i was about to come check on you, funnily enough

i... fixed my nose, it's fine. but, uh, thanks..

[luherooflegend]

*He frowns at the smell of blood, having a fairly good idea what that is...*

You're going to have to try harder to convince me of that when I can feel your distress from the other side of the property.

... I'm glad your nose is fixed.

... What happened?

*He already knows you ditched Crimson, the bird told him. Really figuring out the cause of this may help a lot.*

[literal-legend-rabbit]

*he makes a face* sometimes i hate the fact that we're so perceptive

...i did something really stupid, for no good reason, and it really upset logos. he's already upset because the thread magic preventing him from caring about tori is gone-- i just made it worse

you... should probably talk to him instead. he'd love your company...

[luherooflegend]

It can really suck.

*Hd listens, frowning.*

That... okay. Wow...

I'll talk to Logos later, he has Sky right now and is safe. I'm want to be here for you, P, you deserve that no matter what happened.

... Do you want to talk about it?

[literal-legend-rabbit]

...

*he sighs* no...

...maybe

*he turns away, frowning and fidgeting with a piece of bark on the tree trunk*

i... didn't want sky to know the three of us had split... so when he was with logos and spotted me, i... pretended to be you. logos... said he 'remembered the last time someone pretended to be green' and asked if i would 'fix him like he did'...

[luherooflegend]

*He just waits, listening when you speak. Something in his stomach curls but he nods.*

That... wouldn't go over very well.

Sky... probably knew who you were? But... I get it. I've been... well I've been in the 'not wanting people to know' situation...

Do you want a hug? Or... some pie? Or... a bunny?

[literal-legend-rabbit]

...he did,yea. like i said, it was for no good reason

i just... want to make sure he's okay. i want to make sure everyone's okay... but i fucked that up already

[luherooflegend]

Okay.

Hey, I appreciate that. Lo is upset for understandable reasons, but I'm sure that when he's had time and space he'll start to see that you weren't trying to be mean.

Logos is safe. He's with Sky, who has had a lot of practice helping people...

What do you need? Because running from place to place trying to help people before you've helped yourself is just going to cause problems. Trust me.

[literal-legend-rabbit]

he-- he knows i wasn't trying to be mean, i was just insensitive... and i'm usually the most sensitive person in the group so... that probably hurts

*he sighs* safe does not always mean okay..

i... i don't know... i've grown used to depending on the other two... ethos usually takes care of our physical needs and-- until recently-- we8d gotten... not half bad at talking out our emotional needs... logos usually did that the best though... i just handled taking care of other people... i don't... i'm not good at anything else...

[luherooflegend]

Well people make mistakes.

... No. But safe means you'll live long enough to have the chance to be okay again.

... I understand that... really fucking well actually. Splitting without warning or at all after however long together is... disorienting.

You don't have to be good at anything, Pathos. You're family and that's enough for everyone here.

I'm sorry it went badly. That... really fucking sucks.

*He sighs, and comes over, opening his arms. His eyes have a red glint to them. It's still him but this is the emotional third.*

[literal-legend-rabbit]

but... i should've known better..

...

*he shakes his head when you call it enough* but i'm supposed to be more... i'm supposed to be good family. comforting. helpful. useful

*he stares at the hug for a second, before running into it, squeezing tightly as he tries to hold back sobs. he needed this.* i- i guess you'd u-understand splitting better-r than ev-everyone, huh?

[luherooflegend]

Maybe so, but you can't go back and undo it. What matters is where you go from here, everyone fucks up.

*He just frowns.*

Says who? You are good family, P, that doesn't change because you're struggling or make a mistake. You're comforting and smart and always looking out for us. Having a hard time or messing up doesn't change that.

*He catches you easily, pulling you into a tight hug, one hand rubbing your back gently.*

Everyone but you... we - I don't split like this often... ever? But still... I'll be here for you always and no matter what.

[literal-legend-rabbit]

*he huffs* i already fucked that part up too

I-I might've been, earlier, but right now... i'm just a mess. useless. i can't even comfort my other piece well

... *he sobs* i don't-- don't deserve you all..

[luherooflegend]

I say this with love, P, but that's bullshit. You made a mistake, but Logos undstands you better than anyone's else. He mat need space but that isn't the same as irreversibly fucking up.

You're allowed to be a mess. You don't have to be able to comfort Lo right now all you need to do is breathe. Okay? Lo is safe. He's with Bird Boy. Sometimes you just need space and that doesn’t mean you've done anything wrong.

*He sighs, pulling you closer. He purrs, rubbing your back more.*

It's not about deserve, P. You're our family, and that doesn't change for anything. But also you absolutely deserve us.

[literal-legend-rabbit]

i didn't mean...

*he sniffs* but-- but 'm not supposed to... being a mess isn't helpful... t'anyone... 'nd 'm supposed to be helpful...

...what am i 'f 'm not..

*he sniffs, not responding*

[luherooflegend]

I know.

*He just sighs, purring a little louder.*

You are more than what you can do for others. You're smart, and funny, and a stubborn pain when you want to be. We love you for who you are, not for what you do for us.

You're mine, Pathos, my little brother. You always have me. Nothing is going to change that.

... I get it. I really really do. But you're so important.

[literal-legend-rabbit]

*he leans into you*

... i'm really messed up, aren't i?

i-- i love you guys so much, i just... i just get so caught up in wanting to help, a-and, when i can't... i feel like i need to be punished...

[luherooflegend]

Maybe, but I think we all are.

*He just purrs at you, rubbing your back.*

We love you too, so much....

You Dontrelle deserve to be punished. I promise you, okay? I know the feeling, but that's your brain lying to you.

[literal-legend-rabbit]

...prob'ly

*he sniffles, looking away for a moment*

it's, ah, too late for that call... i messed up, like, literal years of progress...

[luherooflegend]

*He sighs, rubbing your back more.*

You made a mistake, but it hasn't even been three hours. You don't know what the outcome is. So far, Logos has lashed out too and gone to get space to deal with this. That isn't a guarantee of anything bad.

You just need to breathe.

[literal-legend-rabbit]

n-no, i, you... i don't...

...i mean, i relapsed. i-- we were clean for years, literal years, and when we split i told ethos i could handle the body. and... i didn't.

*he steps back, letting go, and drops his illusion spell. the blood smell is back, and pathos's arms are... well, he won't bleed out, but it's definitely not pretty*

[luherooflegend]

A relapse isn't the end of the world either. They're not fun, or necessarily ideal but they aren't the end of the world

Why don't we clean these up okay? We done want them getting infected.

*He's being as calm as he knows how to be. He wants to help and he knows overbearing isn't... helpful.*

[literal-legend-rabbit]

*he hums, looking away*

i-- i can handle it on my own, if- if you want...

[luherooflegend]

... Pae... I would prefer to help you clean and treat this. If you want to do it yourself that's okay but you need to tell me.

You're my brother, I always want to help you.

[literal-legend-rabbit]

*he slow,y looks up at you* you're not... disappointed? upset? i-- i would understand if you are, i...

...i-if you want to i would... appreciate that a lot..

[luherooflegend]

No, I'm not disappointed or upset. I've relapsed before you know, my only concern here is making sure you're okay now.

I do want to.

Let's get these cleaned up okay?

[literal-legend-rabbit]

*he frowns* i-if you're sure..

*tears fall from his eyes but he pulls out a roll of bandages, hesitates, and then offers them to you*

[luherooflegend]

I'm sure, Pae.

*He takes the bandages and doesn't react to the hesitation. He pulls a warm bowl of soapy water from... somewhere, along with cloths.*

Thank you for letting me help. And for trusting me.

... do you want a distraction while we clean and bandage these?

[literal-legend-rabbit]

*he sniffs, looking up and attempting to blink back tears*

o-of course...

..i-- i'd like that, yes..

[luherooflegend]

Okay.

*He dips a cloth into the warm soapy water and takes one arm, starting to carefully clean it.*

You know when you started calling me Green I thought you might be psychic. We don't split often - haven't done it since... the end of Lorule? Anyway I'm the emotional part, I'm red. There's the Logic, he's blue. Then there's Duty, he's Green and usually who takes lead when we're divided enough internally to be three voices instead of the usual one.

... I think Sky gave us nicknames. Or... Logic does? Pretty sure imagine Sage? Who knows Bird Boy was falling asleep.

Being split up like this is so weird. Feels different. I don't know how any of you managed for so long.

[literal-legend-rabbit]

oh. hm. that's interesting. when we're splt enough in our own head, usually each of us take charge for different things, like i usually comfort or intereact with others, or bake or cook if we're realy desperate, ethos does most of the fighting and rescuing and logos... well, logos used to do the puzzles and tending to the crops but... he mostly takes a backseat now.

...you guys didn't give yourselves nicknames? how'd you refer to each other?

ah... managed is a strong word. we survived, somehow. we mostly split at the beginning of all this because we wanted to help everyone at once. which went... about as well as you'd think it would

[luherooflegend]

*He continues working through his talking and then yours. He listens closely of course - he always does. His motions are gentle but practiced. Before too long he is gently rinsing away the soapy water and patting your arms dry.*

That... makes a lot of sense. You three always seemed a lot more... well I know you're all Red but you all seemed more individual than my pieces? The roles make sense though, I've seen you all at work.

Logos... I worry sometimes that I make things harder for him by being around... but that's not something I know what to do about.

We mostly referred to ourselves as our main area of being? I'm Emotions. Logic is Logic. Duty is D because of a drunk story.

Well... I'm glad you managed I love all of you together and apart.

Oh! I wanted to ask you, any advice for strengthening the telepathic bond? We... are really out of practice.

[literal-legend-rabbit]

i think it's mostly because we spent so much time apart. none of us were in a... particularly great state during and after hytopia, so we couldn't harmonize enough to merge

...it... depends. uranium tricked logos into believing he was you so... as i understand it, and i'm not good with thread magic knowledge so i may be wrong, but any thread uranium made for logos regarding himself also applies to you. he's working on resisting them but... most of the time he'll just listen to you. unquestionably. he looks to you for guidance and alos finds comfort and sefety with you. it... can be good and bad

*he smiles a bit* we love you too, all of you

oh! it's mostly years of practice, but at the start we developed a system. since it takes a lot of magic, whenever we wanted to establish the connection, one of us would sent a short ping to the other to let them know, and then they could both pool magic into the connection, making itt use up less of either's magic. also just shorter messages help as well

[luherooflegend]

No... that is fair. We only managed because we all wanted to get home.

*He just nods as he listens, starting to carefully bandage your arms.*

Everything Uranium did applies to me too... I did my best to undo it, but my thread magic abilities are so hit or miss these days... the pain messes with them.... you got back your telepathy though, that was reassuring....

I don't want anything bad for Logos, or you, ever... but that doesn't mean I'm right when I think I know what's best. It... scares me, how obedient he is when I say things. I'm glad I can give him comfort, but I wish it was because of me and not some fucked up thread made reason.

Goddesses... I hate Uranium. With everything I am, and he terrifies me because he got to everyone, Pae... he's everything bad about me and he fucked up the minds of people I couldn't protect...

Ugh. Fucking asshole. At least I know he's gone. Sky made sure.

*He softens, smiling back a little.*

Good. We love you no matter what.

*He listens, nodding along as he ponders the words.*

Huh. That... should work. Thanks. I'll try that soon, maybe try to get Duty to sit his ass down and rest.

Thanks for that. You don't know how helpful that is. Seriously.

[literal-legend-rabbit]

i know you did, and none of that is on you. you did everything you could for your brother

i think... i think not all of it is thread magic either. i mean, logos spent weeks to months with a textbook manipulator. at least part of the effects are from manipulation and trauma, i think. a lot harder to change

i-- i know the feeling. h-he hardly ever fights anyone he considers family anymore... i think just now was the most combative he's been with me in like... years? and it was barely that, even

...he does genuinely find comfort in you, with or without thread magic, yknow? sure it's exaggerated and partially unnatural now, but if it wasn't genuine at the start, he wouldn't have fallen for uranium in the first place

...green... he's everything bad about you to the extremes. none of his actions are your fault, and he couldn't be compared to you in any conceivable way, except maybe mortal appearance.

*he nods a little*

of course! and let us know if yoy need any other advice about being split

ah, if duty needs to be pushed to rest... i could send ethos his way. i think ethos could pressure a stubborn rhinoceros into bed

[luherooflegend]

... Not enough.

... I know. I - I know, Pae... Emerald spent months playing ignorant and in love. I know what Uranium did without thread magic, too.... I... I think therapy might be good for. . . all of us? It's helped me a lot.

I don't know I just want you all to be okay.

... I hate how much has been taken from him.

*He sighs, but he doesn’t argue.*

I guess so... I - my memories are so messed up from before. I guess I worry that it's only Uranium and his doing.

... I ... Yeah... You're right. I'm sorry. I didn't mean to get all... emotional.

*He smiles a little wider.*

I will.

Maybe so. Duty is running his ragged right now, though we all are... he's the worst. If Ethos can lend a hand there we'd appreciate it.

[literal-legend-rabbit]

*he waits for you to finish with the bandages, then pulls you into a hug* you did more than enough, i promise

...therapy... would probably be good for lo-- *he pauses, then sighs, changing his mind* probably for all of us... ethos and i are just worried about who we confide our secrets in and... logos doesnt have the motivation to go on his own..

*he squeezes you tighter, assuring you with all his might (not much, considering he doesn't have any power bracelets on right now)* we're working towards being okay, slowly

...i know. we hate it too, it's.... *he sighs* but... i think he'll be able to recover better separated from us.... probably

*he shakes his head* above all else, you're his brother, magic or not. logos was always on your side, before any thread magic came around. he'd stay at your house when he needed comfort or when him and e or him and i were fighting... he loves you guys-- all of you and emerald-- so so much

*he huffs a little* do you remember who you're talking to? don't apologize for getting emotional, i get it

...hm, alright. do you know where he is? i'll send ethos his way

[luherooflegend]

*He squeaks in surprise but he returns the hug quickly, one hand rubbing your back softly.*

I... hope so.

Finding the right therapist can be really hard. I... had to break reality a tiny bit to find mine, she's great though, actually equipped to comprehend immortality and deities... but if you aren't ready for therapy that's okay.

*He just melts into the hug, unbothered by the lack of power bracelets. As a deity most mortal strengths feel weak to him but it's about who he's hugging that matters more.*

I... hate the idea of him being away? I know it's good for him, and I know Sky will be right there and is safe..... but... he's mine, Pae, mine. My brother. I... just want to keep him close and safe and happy. I don't know. I won't, obviously. Space is good for him, and if he needs me I'll know.

... do you think... I'm... is it going to be okay if I visit him sometimes? I know I can visit you and E, you're absolutely stuck with me.

*He smiles softly. He hates that he has a favorite out of the three of you, but that's not something he can help and frankly it's only a little bit of a favorite.*

I... remember? Sort of. The emotions. I love him too... so much. I love all three of you, no mater what. . . Emerald loves you guys too, but... I think he's got a soft spot for Logos after living through Uranium together.

... Tori... adores you three, I'll ask her to give Lo some space for now, already figured out how to be a cloud and visit the mortal world... but I think everyone's could use a day or two to process? Probably?

*He is taken off guard enough by the reassurance to giggle, something he tries not to do.*

Yeah... fair enough.

*He snorts.*

We're all split into too many pieces. The easiest piece of Duty to get to is probably going to be the one that's running the house still. He won't admit who he is to anyone except probably you three and Emerald.

[literal-legend-rabbit]

*he presses his forehead against yours* i knowmso, greenbean

ha, yea, the closest i have to that is tulsi and i... don't believe she's mentally stable enough on her own to give therapy to others.m plus it would be... really weird, given the circumstances

i-- i know. it's hard to see him go but... we know sky will keep him safe and it!s... probably what he needs right now... all he's done since we've split is just.... stay in bed. until this hit him, that is

he'll be okay, and of course you can visit him. *he grins when you mention being stuck with yiu* wouldn't have it any other way, beanie

*he smiles, nuzzling into you*

yea, e talked to tor for a bit recently. was bragging about how he's her favorite too

*he smiles, then frowns a little* your thirds are... split into even more pieces?

[literal-legend-rabbit]

*Future Green comes to see Pathos after Sky leaves, not aware of what's happening but aware that Logos is not okay and Sky is with him. Which means that Green can come focus more time and energy here.*

*He's not really in the best state but this is the emotions part of Green so it's probably fine. And hey the chances of anyone notice that Green isn't just in more than one place but actively split like Red are so low. It's totally fine. Probably.*

P? Hey... uh... what... is going on? Are you... can I help? Do you want a hug?

*He's got a gentle voice as he approaches, making sure he stays where you can see him.*

... is your nose okay?

- @luherooflegend

*pathos has moved deeper into the orchard, escaping crimson's supervision and sitting against one of the trees. once he spots you his eyes fly wide open and he pulls his wrist closer to himself. there is a heavy scent of blood in the area for about half a second before something-- a spell of pathos's-- snuffs it out*

ah, it's, uhm... i'm fine, y-you really shouldn't be worried about me right now. i- i was about to come check on you, funnily enough

i... fixed my nose, it's fine. but, uh, thanks..

[luherooflegend]

*He frowns at the smell of blood, having a fairly good idea what that is...*

You're going to have to try harder to convince me of that when I can feel your distress from the other side of the property.

... I'm glad your nose is fixed.

... What happened?

*He already knows you ditched Crimson, the bird told him. Really figuring out the cause of this may help a lot.*

[literal-legend-rabbit]

*he makes a face* sometimes i hate the fact that we're so perceptive

...i did something really stupid, for no good reason, and it really upset logos. he's already upset because the thread magic preventing him from caring about tori is gone-- i just made it worse

you... should probably talk to him instead. he'd love your company...

[luherooflegend]

It can really suck.

*Hd listens, frowning.*

That... okay. Wow...

I'll talk to Logos later, he has Sky right now and is safe. I'm want to be here for you, P, you deserve that no matter what happened.

... Do you want to talk about it?

[literal-legend-rabbit]

...

*he sighs* no...

...maybe

*he turns away, frowning and fidgeting with a piece of bark on the tree trunk*

i... didn't want sky to know the three of us had split... so when he was with logos and spotted me, i... pretended to be you. logos... said he 'remembered the last time someone pretended to be green' and asked if i would 'fix him like he did'...

[luherooflegend]

*He just waits, listening when you speak. Something in his stomach curls but he nods.*

That... wouldn't go over very well.

Sky... probably knew who you were? But... I get it. I've been... well I've been in the 'not wanting people to know' situation...

Do you want a hug? Or... some pie? Or... a bunny?

[literal-legend-rabbit]

...he did,yea. like i said, it was for no good reason

i just... want to make sure he's okay. i want to make sure everyone's okay... but i fucked that up already

[luherooflegend]

Okay.

Hey, I appreciate that. Lo is upset for understandable reasons, but I'm sure that when he's had time and space he'll start to see that you weren't trying to be mean.

Logos is safe. He's with Sky, who has had a lot of practice helping people...

What do you need? Because running from place to place trying to help people before you've helped yourself is just going to cause problems. Trust me.

[literal-legend-rabbit]

he-- he knows i wasn't trying to be mean, i was just insensitive... and i'm usually the most sensitive person in the group so... that probably hurts

*he sighs* safe does not always mean okay..

i... i don't know... i've grown used to depending on the other two... ethos usually takes care of our physical needs and-- until recently-- we8d gotten... not half bad at talking out our emotional needs... logos usually did that the best though... i just handled taking care of other people... i don't... i'm not good at anything else...

[luherooflegend]

Well people make mistakes.

... No. But safe means you'll live long enough to have the chance to be okay again.

... I understand that... really fucking well actually. Splitting without warning or at all after however long together is... disorienting.

You don't have to be good at anything, Pathos. You're family and that's enough for everyone here.

I'm sorry it went badly. That... really fucking sucks.

*He sighs, and comes over, opening his arms. His eyes have a red glint to them. It's still him but this is the emotional third.*

[literal-legend-rabbit]

but... i should've known better..

...

*he shakes his head when you call it enough* but i'm supposed to be more... i'm supposed to be good family. comforting. helpful. useful

*he stares at the hug for a second, before running into it, squeezing tightly as he tries to hold back sobs. he needed this.* i- i guess you'd u-understand splitting better-r than ev-everyone, huh?

[luherooflegend]

Maybe so, but you can't go back and undo it. What matters is where you go from here, everyone fucks up.

*He just frowns.*

Says who? You are good family, P, that doesn't change because you're struggling or make a mistake. You're comforting and smart and always looking out for us. Having a hard time or messing up doesn't change that.

*He catches you easily, pulling you into a tight hug, one hand rubbing your back gently.*

Everyone but you... we - I don't split like this often... ever? But still... I'll be here for you always and no matter what.

[literal-legend-rabbit]

*he huffs* i already fucked that part up too

I-I might've been, earlier, but right now... i'm just a mess. useless. i can't even comfort my other piece well

... *he sobs* i don't-- don't deserve you all..

[luherooflegend]

I say this with love, P, but that's bullshit. You made a mistake, but Logos undstands you better than anyone's else. He mat need space but that isn't the same as irreversibly fucking up.

You're allowed to be a mess. You don't have to be able to comfort Lo right now all you need to do is breathe. Okay? Lo is safe. He's with Bird Boy. Sometimes you just need space and that doesn’t mean you've done anything wrong.

*He sighs, pulling you closer. He purrs, rubbing your back more.*

It's not about deserve, P. You're our family, and that doesn't change for anything. But also you absolutely deserve us.

[literal-legend-rabbit]

i didn't mean...

*he sniffs* but-- but 'm not supposed to... being a mess isn't helpful... t'anyone... 'nd 'm supposed to be helpful...

...what am i 'f 'm not..

*he sniffs, not responding*

[luherooflegend]

I know.

*He just sighs, purring a little louder.*

You are more than what you can do for others. You're smart, and funny, and a stubborn pain when you want to be. We love you for who you are, not for what you do for us.

You're mine, Pathos, my little brother. You always have me. Nothing is going to change that.

... I get it. I really really do. But you're so important.

[literal-legend-rabbit]

*he leans into you*

... i'm really messed up, aren't i?

i-- i love you guys so much, i just... i just get so caught up in wanting to help, a-and, when i can't... i feel like i need to be punished...

[luherooflegend]

Maybe, but I think we all are.

*He just purrs at you, rubbing your back.*

We love you too, so much....

You Dontrelle deserve to be punished. I promise you, okay? I know the feeling, but that's your brain lying to you.

[literal-legend-rabbit]

...prob'ly

*he sniffles, looking away for a moment*

it's, ah, too late for that call... i messed up, like, literal years of progress...

[luherooflegend]

*He sighs, rubbing your back more.*

You made a mistake, but it hasn't even been three hours. You don't know what the outcome is. So far, Logos has lashed out too and gone to get space to deal with this. That isn't a guarantee of anything bad.

You just need to breathe.

[literal-legend-rabbit]

n-no, i, you... i don't...

...i mean, i relapsed. i-- we were clean for years, literal years, and when we split i told ethos i could handle the body. and... i didn't.

*he steps back, letting go, and drops his illusion spell. the blood smell is back, and pathos's arms are... well, he won't bleed out, but it's definitely not pretty*

[luherooflegend]

A relapse isn't the end of the world either. They're not fun, or necessarily ideal but they aren't the end of the world

Why don't we clean these up okay? We done want them getting infected.

*He's being as calm as he knows how to be. He wants to help and he knows overbearing isn't... helpful.*

[literal-legend-rabbit]

*he hums, looking away*

i-- i can handle it on my own, if- if you want...

[luherooflegend]

... Pae... I would prefer to help you clean and treat this. If you want to do it yourself that's okay but you need to tell me.

You're my brother, I always want to help you.

[literal-legend-rabbit]

*he slow,y looks up at you* you're not... disappointed? upset? i-- i would understand if you are, i...

...i-if you want to i would... appreciate that a lot..

[luherooflegend]

No, I'm not disappointed or upset. I've relapsed before you know, my only concern here is making sure you're okay now.

I do want to.

Let's get these cleaned up okay?

[literal-legend-rabbit]

*he frowns* i-if you're sure..

*tears fall from his eyes but he pulls out a roll of bandages, hesitates, and then offers them to you*

[luherooflegend]

I'm sure, Pae.

*He takes the bandages and doesn't react to the hesitation. He pulls a warm bowl of soapy water from... somewhere, along with cloths.*

Thank you for letting me help. And for trusting me.

... do you want a distraction while we clean and bandage these?

[literal-legend-rabbit]

*he sniffs, looking up and attempting to blink back tears*

o-of course...

..i-- i'd like that, yes..

[luherooflegend]

Okay.

*He dips a cloth into the warm soapy water and takes one arm, starting to carefully clean it.*

You know when you started calling me Green I thought you might be psychic. We don't split often - haven't done it since... the end of Lorule? Anyway I'm the emotional part, I'm red. There's the Logic, he's blue. Then there's Duty, he's Green and usually who takes lead when we're divided enough internally to be three voices instead of the usual one.

... I think Sky gave us nicknames. Or... Logic does? Pretty sure imagine Sage? Who knows Bird Boy was falling asleep.

Being split up like this is so weird. Feels different. I don't know how any of you managed for so long.

[literal-legend-rabbit]

oh. hm. that's interesting. when we're splt enough in our own head, usually each of us take charge for different things, like i usually comfort or intereact with others, or bake or cook if we're realy desperate, ethos does most of the fighting and rescuing and logos... well, logos used to do the puzzles and tending to the crops but... he mostly takes a backseat now.

...you guys didn't give yourselves nicknames? how'd you refer to each other?

ah... managed is a strong word. we survived, somehow. we mostly split at the beginning of all this because we wanted to help everyone at once. which went... about as well as you'd think it would

[luherooflegend]

*He continues working through his talking and then yours. He listens closely of course - he always does. His motions are gentle but practiced. Before too long he is gently rinsing away the soapy water and patting your arms dry.*

That... makes a lot of sense. You three always seemed a lot more... well I know you're all Red but you all seemed more individual than my pieces? The roles make sense though, I've seen you all at work.

Logos... I worry sometimes that I make things harder for him by being around... but that's not something I know what to do about.

We mostly referred to ourselves as our main area of being? I'm Emotions. Logic is Logic. Duty is D because of a drunk story.

Well... I'm glad you managed I love all of you together and apart.

Oh! I wanted to ask you, any advice for strengthening the telepathic bond? We... are really out of practice.

[literal-legend-rabbit]

i think it's mostly because we spent so much time apart. none of us were in a... particularly great state during and after hytopia, so we couldn't harmonize enough to merge

...it... depends. uranium tricked logos into believing he was you so... as i understand it, and i'm not good with thread magic knowledge so i may be wrong, but any thread uranium made for logos regarding himself also applies to you. he's working on resisting them but... most of the time he'll just listen to you. unquestionably. he looks to you for guidance and alos finds comfort and sefety with you. it... can be good and bad

*he smiles a bit* we love you too, all of you

oh! it's mostly years of practice, but at the start we developed a system. since it takes a lot of magic, whenever we wanted to establish the connection, one of us would sent a short ping to the other to let them know, and then they could both pool magic into the connection, making itt use up less of either's magic. also just shorter messages help as well

[luherooflegend]

No... that is fair. We only managed because we all wanted to get home.

*He just nods as he listens, starting to carefully bandage your arms.*

Everything Uranium did applies to me too... I did my best to undo it, but my thread magic abilities are so hit or miss these days... the pain messes with them.... you got back your telepathy though, that was reassuring....

I don't want anything bad for Logos, or you, ever... but that doesn't mean I'm right when I think I know what's best. It... scares me, how obedient he is when I say things. I'm glad I can give him comfort, but I wish it was because of me and not some fucked up thread made reason.

Goddesses... I hate Uranium. With everything I am, and he terrifies me because he got to everyone, Pae... he's everything bad about me and he fucked up the minds of people I couldn't protect...

Ugh. Fucking asshole. At least I know he's gone. Sky made sure.

*He softens, smiling back a little.*

Good. We love you no matter what.

*He listens, nodding along as he ponders the words.*

Huh. That... should work. Thanks. I'll try that soon, maybe try to get Duty to sit his ass down and rest.

Thanks for that. You don't know how helpful that is. Seriously.

[literal-legend-rabbit]

i know you did, and none of that is on you. you did everything you could for your brother

i think... i think not all of it is thread magic either. i mean, logos spent weeks to months with a textbook manipulator. at least part of the effects are from manipulation and trauma, i think. a lot harder to change

i-- i know the feeling. h-he hardly ever fights anyone he considers family anymore... i think just now was the most combative he's been with me in like... years? and it was barely that, even

...he does genuinely find comfort in you, with or without thread magic, yknow? sure it's exaggerated and partially unnatural now, but if it wasn't genuine at the start, he wouldn't have fallen for uranium in the first place

...green... he's everything bad about you to the extremes. none of his actions are your fault, and he couldn't be compared to you in any conceivable way, except maybe mortal appearance.

*he nods a little*

of course! and let us know if yoy need any other advice about being split

ah, if duty needs to be pushed to rest... i could send ethos his way. i think ethos could pressure a stubborn rhinoceros into bed

[luherooflegend]

... Not enough.

... I know. I - I know, Pae... Emerald spent months playing ignorant and in love. I know what Uranium did without thread magic, too.... I... I think therapy might be good for. . . all of us? It's helped me a lot.

I don't know I just want you all to be okay.

... I hate how much has been taken from him.

*He sighs, but he doesn’t argue.*

I guess so... I - my memories are so messed up from before. I guess I worry that it's only Uranium and his doing.

... I ... Yeah... You're right. I'm sorry. I didn't mean to get all... emotional.

*He smiles a little wider.*

I will.

Maybe so. Duty is running his ragged right now, though we all are... he's the worst. If Ethos can lend a hand there we'd appreciate it.

[literal-legend-rabbit]

*he waits for you to finish with the bandages, then pulls you into a hug* you did more than enough, i promise

...therapy... would probably be good for lo-- *he pauses, then sighs, changing his mind* probably for all of us... ethos and i are just worried about who we confide our secrets in and... logos doesnt have the motivation to go on his own..

*he squeezes you tighter, assuring you with all his might (not much, considering he doesn't have any power bracelets on right now)* we're working towards being okay, slowly

...i know. we hate it too, it's.... *he sighs* but... i think he'll be able to recover better separated from us.... probably

*he shakes his head* above all else, you're his brother, magic or not. logos was always on your side, before any thread magic came around. he'd stay at your house when he needed comfort or when him and e or him and i were fighting... he loves you guys-- all of you and emerald-- so so much

*he huffs a little* do you remember who you're talking to? don't apologize for getting emotional, i get it

...hm, alright. do you know where he is? i'll send ethos his way

[literal-legend-rabbit]

*Future Logos is free from the work done by Uranium to make him stop caring about Tori, with Tor dead the needed condition simply aren't there anymore. So now, Logos can feel Everything to do with Tori.*

*logos had been left in his room as pathos tended to the others when this truly hit him. Tori's bond had broken and logos had been slowly recalling all that had happened, all that he had done to her, in a less biased perspective. It didn't take long before he was hyperventilating on the bed, every breath shallower and shallower as he remembered more and more of what he'd done, more and more of how terrible of an uncle-- or a family member in general-- he was, how green and sky and all wouldn't want him without his other pieces anymore, and he might as well go find someplace high and dry to finally bite the dust and--*

*A loud scream came from red's room, audible to his whole house, before he ran to the trashcan and threw up. All that came out was stuffing, of course, due to his dollish body, but it didn't make the feeling any better*

*Logos managed to stumble his way out of the house, somehow, but only made it just past the orchard before he collapsed in sobs on the ground, his magic instinctively and without his knowledge reaching for @the-real-lu-sky, the man who's stitches him back together before many a time*

[the-real-lu-sky]

*The pull of your magic had been so strong that it had stopped me in my tracks. I was just finishing up a tomato soup and placing everything in a cold box ready for when people want food.*

Red...

*My eyes turn to the door and I make my way outside.*

Red? Red... hey. Hey...

*I kneel down besides you. Wrapping my arms around you instinctively. My eyes look you over for any pain or hurt.*

Hey... its okay. I'm here. You're okay...

[literal-legend-rabbit]

*he leans into your touch, continuing to sob and sob as he clings onto your shirt*

Sk-- sky, i-i'm so-- so-- awful! *he hics* i-i can't even care for m-my family r-right, i- i just make e-everything wo--rse

[the-real-lu-sky]

*I give a gentle hum, Wrapping you up in my arms carefully. Placing a hand on the back of your head and running my fingers through your hair.*

No.... no your not Red.

*I hum a song gently as i rock you back and forth.*

You don't make everything worse Red. I promise you. Why would you think that?

[literal-legend-rabbit]

*he buries his head in your shoulder*

n-no-- y-you doun't understand-- i hurt tori s-so much-- i was br-oken a-and i hurt her--

*there's movement at the other end of the orchard-- it almost looks like... another.. red? but he spots you and runs off*

[the-real-lu-sky]

That is through no fault of your own. What was done to L... you. What was done to you. Was awful. And you cant have helped that. We all forgave you for that a long time ago.

I know Tori forgave you, Even if she didn't say that.

*An eye picks up the movement. And watches him fade into the trees again. I softly hum, loosening my grip.*

Hey... can you look at me?

[literal-legend-rabbit]

I-- I sould've been better, though, i -- i should've known th-that wasn't green-- and the whole time i was doing that to her, sh-she thought she deserved it-- sh-she thought-- and now she's--

sh-she only forgave me because she thought i was right-- th-that's not...

*he clings tighter as you loosen your grip, afraid to be let go, but after a moment complies, even more afraid of possibly disobeying a masked order*

*his sad violet eyes swirling with red look up at you, clouded by tears*

*pathos, from deep in the orchard, is very aware that he's been found, slumping against the tree and trying ti think of some bullshit excuse. it's not going well*

[the-real-lu-sky]

What we do in our Grief... is difficult to explain. And by the time you knew. He was already in your head. His magic was too strong for anyone who he came across. You cant help that. you will never be able to help that.

And I promise you that's okay.

*I hush you gently.*

I know I know. I'm not leaving I promise you.

*I lower my voice. Giving a small smile. I'd know the swirl of colour in your eyes anywhere. Mine have the pink with the blue and something new. the other eye has a slither of gray again.*

Its good to see you Logos. Don't worry, your secret is safe with me. But you have to promise to keep that body Fed and watered?

*I raise a hand towards the movement in the trees.*

Now I assume someone else is watching us right?

*I wave a hand, beckoning whoever it is out of the trees.*

[literal-legend-rabbit]

*he shakes his head* 's not okay... i have to be better...

*he sniffs* don't have the body... pathos does... he doesn't want anyone to know...

*there's a moment of silence, and then the trees ruffle as the person (was he wearing a green tunic before?) steps out into view*

*pathos hates this. so much. but he cannot have other people worried about him falling apart when everyone else is also falling apart. he was the dumbass who got himself caught, though*

(say something, pae. act concerned for logos or something)

*The green-tuniced legend frowns, stepping forward and kneeling down to you and logos's level* can i... can i help you guys, in any way?

*logos turns away grumpily. he doesn't know why pathos is doing this but he doesn't appreciate it*

[the-real-lu-sky]

You are doing the best you can. Its a long road. And I'm proud for how far you are along it.

He better make sure then. You can tell him if you need too but I will be checking.

I also have tomato soup and Cheese sandwiches for grilled cheeses made and ready to go so its not even like you guys have to make it.

*I look into the trees and raise an eyebrow. Pulling you back to my chest. Petting your hair.*

*My eyes look you up and down. Searching for the signs of this being one of the Three of you. I decide to play along.*

Hey... he felt the bonds snap too. He's been trying to hold it together. And has been very strong about it.

How are you doing?

[literal-legend-rabbit]

*logos frowns, burying his head back into your shoulder* ...you shouldn't be..

*he nods a bit. he knows pathos is alreadyy not doinf great at that, but he's trying. it's not like they were doing amazing at that when they were merged, anyways*

*pathos frowns, sitting down* did... that affect the string magic? his magic signature feels... slightly different

(i remember the last person to imitate green. they were the one who did this to me in the first place. are you going to fix it the same way he did?)

*pathos, startled, looks over at logos with hurt in his eyes*

(n-no, I would never--)

(go away.)

*the green-tunicked legend almost looks like he's about to cry, but shakes it off* i, uh.... not great, obviously, none of us are. tori's ascension was... rough, but... we'll make it through

*the supposed 'green' legend and logos look almost the exact same, except you can feel the nubs where the ears uranium had given logos used o be (before logos ripped them off) and notice that logos's touch-p on his pink roots is messier than the others. 'green's eyes lookssimilar to the Green you know, but not quite. More static and less godly, as if it were a mere imitation*

[the-real-lu-sky]

And when have I ever listened when youve told me that.

You are doing an amazing job.

The thread magic... I assume wouldnt have anything to bind too now. L- Red. What do you think?

*I squint my eyes. Looking at your eyes closely. I know greens magic. I know this isnt him but trying to figure out who this one is.*

You and I both know thats an understatement. Being in her head... was. So rough... she She was scared. But she cared about all of us so much.

*I have a think. How can I catch you out... if needed.*

Mhm... I thought you were over straining yourself as it was. Or do I need to get Blackthorne here again.

[literal-legend-rabbit]

*logos has gone quiet now. he doesn't want to say anything until pathos goes away. he grunts a bit in answer to your question*

*pathos frowns, looking down* it would... make sense if the thread magic lost it's grounding point... i'm sorry

n-no, it's okay, i just... wanted to sit with the animals. they're calming...

(you are awful at this)

*he runs his hand through his hair, a nervous tic of pathos's*

(fuck off.)

i- i should probably go rest, ah--

*logos* you can drop it. he knows it's you. just-- just go away.

*tears form in pathos's eyes as he takes a step back*

[the-real-lu-sky]

Its okay... I know its him.

It would... its. It must have felt awful.

*Okay, ive let you have this long enough.*

I do know its you P.

*I run a hand through Logos's hair.*

You were never going to get past me not knowing you guy's had split straight away.

*I hum.*

If its okay, I'd like him to Stay. Its been so long since I've seen the pair of you in the same place.

He cares an awful lot about you L, we all do. He wouldnt be here worrying through that connection cause we all know you three talk through your thoughts too.

Say Hi to Ethos.

[literal-legend-rabbit]

*pathos looks away with worry and guilt* i-- i know, i knew you would... figure it out, i was just... i'm... i'm sorry.

*logos shoots you an offended look the moment you ask pathos to stay*

if he 'cared a lot about' me, he wouldn't do this! *he motions to pathos's tunic as it shifts back into red and his eyes return their natural color*

*pathos, with tears in his eyes* no-- i'm sorry, i didn't mean any harm

*logos* sorry isn't gonna cut it

*pathos backs up, holding his stance closer to himself, retreating inwards*

*logos looks back to you* fine, if you want him to stay-- he can stay. fucking-- have fun, or whatever

*he disappears into the shadows, a trick the three of them had been learning from tulsi, but thought none of them had mastered yet. logos proves this wrong, though, reappearing right in front of pathos, punching him in the face, hard, and disappearing again.*

*pathos looks ip at you, shocked slightly and holding his broken nose. he is so close to breaking down in tears, but he sucks it all in, inhaling and turning away*

y-you should... go make sure he's okay. or i can get ethos to. he ah, doesn't... want my company right now, i think

[the-real-lu-sky]

You may not have meant harm but we all know that its not the best idea.

*I look at you.*

Okay. Okay then he dosent have to... it was just....

*I look at my arms. Then around. I just look shocked when he disapears once more, now blood rolls from your nose.*

*I sigh. As much as I dont want to leave you right now its probably for the best here.*

*I whistle. And crimson comes out of the trees.*

Crim, look after pathos. Dont let him out of your sight.

Where abouts has Logos gone?

[literal-legend-rabbit]

*pathos calls on some magic to fix his nose, leaning against a tree* he's-- he's in the house. if you head into the kitchen there's a secret door to the left of the fridge-- open it and head down the staairs, he should be in that storage room

*pathos patiently waits for you to leave, then tosses an apple to crimson. while he's distracted by that, pathos falls back and silently navigates through the trees, covering his trail with a spell so no one can follow him. he's gone*

[the-real-lu-sky]

Kitchen. Door. Storage room downstairs.

Got it.

*I move to leave. But turn back. And place my hands on your shoulders.*

Now.

Look at me. Tell me you wont do anything stupid.

*When you tell me so I wrap my arms around you. Squeezing you tight.*

Missed having you around here. Crim will keep you company while I go make sure Logos isnt going to do anything stupid.

*Crimson nods happily.*

*When you begin to move away. You hear him follow you for a bit. Until you just hear a saddened cry from him. And a coo he hopes will help you find him again.*

*I sigh. Letting you go and running into the house. Looking around for the storage room next to the fridge.*

Now... where is it...

[literal-legend-rabbit]

*he flinches a little at the touch, not expecting that*

I-- i won't

*after all, it's not stupid if he deserves it, right?*

*his eyes go wide and fill with tears when you hugs him, but he looks away, refusing to let you see that right now*

*...a barrel of apples appears next to crimson when he coos sadly*

*the door to the storage room is cracked open, and you can hear muffled heavy breathing from down the stairs*

[the-real-lu-sky]

Good man. And none of that if you deserve it stuff either okay? You dont deserve to hurt yourself.

I'll see you soon okay?

*Crimson looks at the barrel. Taking an apple but he continues to coo saddly. He loves apples. But he really wants to make sure you are okay.*

---

Logos? Logos are you here?

Come on... come on where could he be.

*I spot the cracked door. And open it. Moving inside and pulling the door too behind me. While making my way down the stairs.*

Logos. Its just me I promise. No one else is with me. Where are you?

[literal-legend-rabbit]

g-go away. y-you were s-supposed t-to be with pathos-- h-he needs you...

*his voice is coming from thr corner of the room, behind some boxes. once you spot him, you can see he's sitting against a pillow, a blanket laid next to him. the ones you're pretty sure are left down here for them, and you've seen ruby wash ans take care of before*

[the-real-lu-sky]

Actually ive got crimson on his case right now. Big red and fluffy, i imagine he'll sit on him.

So I. Can take care of you.

*I crouch so theres a little bit of distance between us. I don't want to just. Run into a hug again.*

Nice set up youve got down here. Blankets. Pillows. Boxes so you are hidden from the world.

Mind if I sit next to you? These old knees wont hold up forever.

[literal-legend-rabbit]

...no you don't.

*he sighs* have you tried going through time travel bullshit? slows down your aging real fast

*he moves over, though, allowing you space next to him*

...rav had the idea to set this up. he saw i often came down here to unwind but... it used to be a more common occurrence-- i'd come back from an adventure, or find something upsetting, or just... spiral, and i'd come down here. bare floor. it was the quietest and darkest room in the house. he... made sure i was okay when i did...

[the-real-lu-sky]

If i dont then ive got one very upset bird instead.

*I give a soft smile. Shuffling into the space and holding an arm up to offer a hug.*

Yeah i did hear that. But. I know even if i did. My family would never stop looking for me.

A blanket and pillow is a good improvement from bare floor. But I canunderstamd wanting to come down here.

Its dark. Quiet. Hidden away so pesky brothers cant come and find you.

[literal-legend-rabbit]

that... doesn't help pathos. he ran, and now he's probably doing stupid shit on his own

*he sighs, leaning into the hug the tiniest bit* ...

...somehow that last part never works well

[the-real-lu-sky]

Well. I sent Crimson after him. And we both know crimson is very good at guilt tripping.

Plus Green will be going after him. I'm sure.

*I pull you in slowly. Leaning my head against yours in hope to comfort.*

Well you did leave the door open and I have a good sense of hearing.

[literal-legend-rabbit]

...i guess..

*he hums* i thought getting old was supposed to make your hearing worse...

[the-real-lu-sky]

*I nuzzle you softly. I know it helps cheer Green up so hopefully it'll do the same with you.*

*I give off soft coos. As well giving a chuckle at your comment.*

You'd think. But I'm half bird. They have excellent hearing. You've seen how far away I can call crimson from.

[literal-legend-rabbit]

...i figured that was just part of the soul bond...

*he stays still, going rigid in your arms*

...pathos hurt himself. he's blocking himself off to me, but... i remember that feeling... green's there now but... pae's not gonna tell him. or anyone.

*his hands shake a bit before he pulls them closer, curling in on himself*

[the-real-lu-sky]

Everyone always does...

*As you go rigid I still. Looking down at you before my eyes twist in concern.*

Okay.

*I take a breath.*

Can you tell me how hurt he is?

*As you curl in i follow you. Keeping my arms around you.*

Hey... hey its okay. He's going to be okay... this isnt on you okay?

[literal-legend-rabbit]

...he won't die. won't do that to us. green's with him...

*unlike usual, the hug seems to cause more tension in his body then less*

...i- i... said something really mean... you didn't hear it but... it was bad and-- and now...

he didn't deserve that...

[the-real-lu-sky]

that's good at least.

*I seem concerned about the tension and decide to back off a little. hoping that makes you feel a little better.*

you mind telling me what you told him?

[literal-legend-rabbit]

*he relaxes tge tiniest bit, then tenses up again when you ask, looking away*

i- i... i said i remembered the last person who imitated green... and asked if pae would... 'fix' me... like he did..

[the-real-lu-sky]

*I hum gently. Keeping you held but its lose enough that you know you could break free if you wanted too.*

I see...

*I rub circles into your back.*

And what did he say?

[literal-legend-rabbit]

...he looked at me like i just killed his pet rabbit. then shut himself off and found an excuse for you to leave him alone. and you know the rest

[the-real-lu-sky]

I see...

*I think for a while. Keeping my hand moving.*

He had good intentions. But the execution might havenot been the best. He shouldnt have tried to do that. The reaction is understandable while maybe a little harsh.

You need to talk to him i think.

[literal-legend-rabbit]

...i know

i didn't want to... cause all this... i just got really upset and...

*he sighs* i-- i will. once green's gone. i- i think he'll be... calmer then... and green will make sure he's all taken care of, physically

*he sniffs, and you can tell he's on the edge of tears, wiping them away* i-- i hate this-- i used to be normal-- functional on my own, a-and then he made me... he made me his stupid freaking pet-- i don't even curse anymore, i just-- i just--

...i feel like i can't be a full person anymore. like everyone else has to... walk on eggshells around me and... and take care of me... because i can't do it on my own anymore...

[the-real-lu-sky]

hey... hey its okay...

Green will probably hold him in cloud hugs before we know it. But please do try too. I'm happy to come with you if you think it would help. If not then I can leave you to it. Whatever you'd like.

*I give you a quick squeeze. Before releasing you again, allowing you to move how you like.*

You don't have to hide your tears if it hurts too. We are alone down here. And I wont say anything.

Healing takes time and we want to help you as much as we can. But i can understand wanting to be able to do it on your own. You have made so much progress, and i know i speak for everyone when we say it will take as long as it takes.

*I pause for a moment.*

I... I have an idea.

Do you want to come to the castle to visit? Just you. You can help me with some things. Hell crimson would love to see you. We can give you the space to do the things you want to do.

[literal-legend-rabbit]

i- i know. i will. o-once green's gone... i will

*he sniffs, keeping his face angled away*

...i-i've barely made any progress... i've basically been asleep the whole time we were merged... when i wasn't, i influenced all of us to just... lay in bed. for days.

*he looks back the tiniest bit*

...but what 'f i end up... just rotting in bed like usual...?

[the-real-lu-sky]

Sounds good to me. You can do this.

*I listen carefully.*

you've not had a lot of time to heal if you think about it. You've made progress. Even if you dont feel like you have. Eventually you'll get there.

We can take it slow. Having just spent a week stuck in bed cause they wouldnt let me go anywhere I can show you some stuff to do while laying down.

Or you can have a crack at some cooking. Ive got the private kitchen in the castle then you dont have to worry about the other cooks.

We can take it slow. I believe you can do it.

[literal-legend-rabbit]

*he sniffs* o-okay... if you think so...

*he listens quietly for a minute, not making any indication to his thoughts, before suddenly turning around and hugging you as tight as he can. if he had his power bracelets on, you fear he might crush your rib cage...*

th-thank you... thank you... so much...

[the-real-lu-sky]

I know so.

*I hum as you sit and think. Just a soft tune with no real origin. Until I sit a little shocked for just a moment before placing one hand behind your back and the other in your hair. Leaning my head against yours. And running a hand gently through it.*

Its okay... Youve got so many people behind you. We will help you where we can.

[literal-legend-rabbit]

*he freezes for a moment, then takes the hand of yours on his back and moves it to his shoulder. then he resumes hugging you soso tightly*

*he sniffs* y-you guys... are so amazing...

[the-real-lu-sky]

*I hiss a little. Moving my hand a little higher.*

Sorry, habbit. Is this better?

*I chuckle a little.*

Yeah... maybe a little. But you guys are too.

Now. Shall we get you something warm to wrap yourself up in? And onto a chair?

[literal-legend-rabbit]

*he nods*

...that... sounds really nice...

[the-real-lu-sky]

Perfect.

*I shuffle a little bit.*

You okay If I pick you up?

[literal-legend-rabbit]

*he nods, then pauses, clarifying* i-- i can move on my own though. if-- if that's easier

[the-real-lu-sky]

*I chuckle.*

I've got it. Ive been carrying Zel up the stairs when she needs. You'll be fine.

*I move and stand up. Streching my back a little before I move to lift you. Picking you up and moving around to the stairs and heading up stairs.*

So you want the fluffy blanket or the heavy blanket?

*I move through to the couch and place you down on it.*

[literal-legend-rabbit]

*he huffs, but nuzzles into you when you puck him up, almost unconciously*

...fluffy. i don't want another thing weighing me down

[the-real-lu-sky]

*I give you a small nuzzle back. A thing ive picked up from Green. Theres the softest Coo in there as well.*

You got it. I'll be back.

*I give you a smile before shuffling around the corner and returning with the fluffiest blanket i own.*

Here you are.

*I place it over you. Before sitting next to you.*

Do you want to lean on me or shall I hug you? Up to you.

[literal-legend-rabbit]

*he blinks at the sheer mass of the blanket, pulling it close one you place it on him.*

*he doesn't respond, but after a moment, silently leans on you, wrapping the blanket around you as well*

[literal-legend-rabbit]

*Tori comes to Ethos while he's alone, she is just an orange cloud of magic that chirps and trills happens when she sees you.*

Hi! Hi hi!! Tori know you? Tori.... Tori know!

Hi! Hi Re-b! Re-b??

Hi!

Tori visi'!

*She floats closer while giggling. Her magic feels much healthier this time. She's... rather reminiscent of cloud Green in all honesty although her hylian is better.*

- @def-not-the-daughter-of-a-legend

*ethos is in green's orchard, tending to it because it's the best thing he can do to help right now*

oh-- hi tori *he smiles a bit* i missed you, cuban tody

*he laughs as well, leaning into her and very happy she's healthy and well* how's cloudhood treating you?

[def-not-the-daughter-of-a-legend]

*She gasps happily *

Yeah! Tori tha'! Yay!

*She wraps around you in a cloud hug.*

Tori miss you!

Hi Pepperomia!

Tori fin' you! Tori follow th' magic 'nd th' cool gol' threa's!!

*She hums.*

Clou'? Tori love love love be clou'! Tori ma'ch wi' Clou' Bunny!!

[literal-legend-rabbit]

*he chuckles*

...pepperomia? that one's new

ohh... fhat sounds interesting

well i'm glad you're having fun, at least. you're probably the happiest being i've seen in... weeks, i think

[def-not-the-daughter-of-a-legend]

*She just giggles at you, making a little pepperomia plant grow at you feet.*

Tori have so so so much fun! Go see places 'nd people!

*She just hums, wrapping you up in a cloud hug while purring.*

Tori wanna say secre' can you kee' i'? Please?

*She sounds like she did when she was really little, her 't's are consistently dropped.*

[literal-legend-rabbit]

*he smiles* yea? that's good-- i imagine you cheer a lot of people up, with this attitude

...of course. when have you known me to spill a secret, cuban tody?

*he smiles a little sadly. he remembers bits and pieces of when you were little but... he knows he wasn't able to experience much of it. what with logos's issues and time travel shenanigans... he has a lot of regrets about what he missed*

[def-not-the-daughter-of-a-legend]

Yeah? Tori hope! Tory so so so hope! Tori so so so good a' helpin'!

*She trills happily, preening your hair.*

Yay! Tori say secre'!

... Peperomia Tori favori'e Reb.

Peperomia so so so smar' 'nd cool 'nd fun! 'Nd! 'Nd! Has nice flower!!

[literal-legend-rabbit]

*he smiles when you preen his hair-- he always liked that-- but then freezes when you spill the secret*

*then his smile grows wider than you would think is possible and shakes a little bit, tears sprouting in his eyes* oh-- cuban tody... y-you don't know how much that means.,. thank you

*he grins wider than ever before, soso hapyy that it's brought him to tears* w-well you're my favorite niece, kiddo, but you can't tell the others that either

[def-not-the-daughter-of-a-legend]

*She doesn't seem to understand the tears at first giving a quiet little squak of distress before you speak and she recognizes them as happy tears. She coos at you.*

Tori only say hones' words! Tori really really really mean i'!

*She giggles and trills happily at your words excitedly.*

Yay! Tori no say! Tori kee' secere'!!

*She continues to preen your hair.*

[literal-legend-rabbit]

*he giggles* i-i'm glad, cuban tody

*he nods, leanning into your preening more* i know you will, kiddo

[def-not-the-daughter-of-a-legend]

Yay!

*She trills at you in approval.*

Tori have ques'ion. Can Tori ask?

[literal-legend-rabbit]

*he smiles, rubbing at his eyes to clear away the tears*

course. what is it, kiddo?

[def-not-the-daughter-of-a-legend]

Yay!

*She brushes against your face to try to help wipe away tears.*

Why ev'ryone so sad? Tori faul'? ... Tori help?

[literal-legend-rabbit]

what? no-- of course it's not your fault. a lot of them are just worried, and oftentimes you cheer them right up. you're very good at helping, lil cuban tody

[def-not-the-daughter-of-a-legend]

. . . Promi'e? Tori... wanna help. Tori don' wanna see ev'ryone sad. Tori wanna see happy!

[literal-legend-rabbit]

*he holds out his pinky finger to you* promise. you are very helpful, little cuban tody

[def-not-the-daughter-of-a-legend]

*She makes a happy little trill, not entirely sure what you're doing with your pinkie but fully trusting you.*

Yay! Tori help so so so good!

*She settles herself about your shoulders, purring as she does.*

Pepperomia? How come ypur magic so nice?

[literal-legend-rabbit]

*he nods* yea, tori help so good

hmm... im not sure exactly, but it's probably because i take care of myself most out of the three of us

[def-not-the-daughter-of-a-legend]

*She trills happily, preening your hair again.*

Okay! Others should care self also! They need sleep jail. Lof' Lof' 'Ky say so!

*'Loft Loft Sky is certainly a throw back to her days learning to speak. Loft Loft is what she called Crimson for a good while as a toddler.*

Pepperomia wanna know 'nother secre'?

[literal-legend-rabbit]

*he chuckles* yea, they probably do. crim and sky are very smart like that. even if the birdboy is sometimes hypocritical about that stuff

*he smiles* lay it on me, cuban tody

[literal-legend-rabbit]

*Future Green comes to see Pathos after Sky leaves, not aware of what's happening but aware that Logos is not okay and Sky is with him. Which means that Green can come focus more time and energy here.*

*He's not really in the best state but this is the emotions part of Green so it's probably fine. And hey the chances of anyone notice that Green isn't just in more than one place but actively split like Red are so low. It's totally fine. Probably.*

P? Hey... uh... what... is going on? Are you... can I help? Do you want a hug?

*He's got a gentle voice as he approaches, making sure he stays where you can see him.*

... is your nose okay?

- @luherooflegend

*pathos has moved deeper into the orchard, escaping crimson's supervision and sitting against one of the trees. once he spots you his eyes fly wide open and he pulls his wrist closer to himself. there is a heavy scent of blood in the area for about half a second before something-- a spell of pathos's-- snuffs it out*

ah, it's, uhm... i'm fine, y-you really shouldn't be worried about me right now. i- i was about to come check on you, funnily enough

i... fixed my nose, it's fine. but, uh, thanks..

[luherooflegend]

*He frowns at the smell of blood, having a fairly good idea what that is...*

You're going to have to try harder to convince me of that when I can feel your distress from the other side of the property.

... I'm glad your nose is fixed.

... What happened?

*He already knows you ditched Crimson, the bird told him. Really figuring out the cause of this may help a lot.*

[literal-legend-rabbit]

*he makes a face* sometimes i hate the fact that we're so perceptive

...i did something really stupid, for no good reason, and it really upset logos. he's already upset because the thread magic preventing him from caring about tori is gone-- i just made it worse

you... should probably talk to him instead. he'd love your company...

[luherooflegend]

It can really suck.

*Hd listens, frowning.*

That... okay. Wow...

I'll talk to Logos later, he has Sky right now and is safe. I'm want to be here for you, P, you deserve that no matter what happened.

... Do you want to talk about it?

[literal-legend-rabbit]

...

*he sighs* no...

...maybe

*he turns away, frowning and fidgeting with a piece of bark on the tree trunk*

i... didn't want sky to know the three of us had split... so when he was with logos and spotted me, i... pretended to be you. logos... said he 'remembered the last time someone pretended to be green' and asked if i would 'fix him like he did'...

[luherooflegend]

*He just waits, listening when you speak. Something in his stomach curls but he nods.*

That... wouldn't go over very well.

Sky... probably knew who you were? But... I get it. I've been... well I've been in the 'not wanting people to know' situation...

Do you want a hug? Or... some pie? Or... a bunny?

[literal-legend-rabbit]

...he did,yea. like i said, it was for no good reason

i just... want to make sure he's okay. i want to make sure everyone's okay... but i fucked that up already

[luherooflegend]

Okay.

Hey, I appreciate that. Lo is upset for understandable reasons, but I'm sure that when he's had time and space he'll start to see that you weren't trying to be mean.

Logos is safe. He's with Sky, who has had a lot of practice helping people...

What do you need? Because running from place to place trying to help people before you've helped yourself is just going to cause problems. Trust me.

[literal-legend-rabbit]

he-- he knows i wasn't trying to be mean, i was just insensitive... and i'm usually the most sensitive person in the group so... that probably hurts

*he sighs* safe does not always mean okay..

i... i don't know... i've grown used to depending on the other two... ethos usually takes care of our physical needs and-- until recently-- we8d gotten... not half bad at talking out our emotional needs... logos usually did that the best though... i just handled taking care of other people... i don't... i'm not good at anything else...

[luherooflegend]

Well people make mistakes.

... No. But safe means you'll live long enough to have the chance to be okay again.

... I understand that... really fucking well actually. Splitting without warning or at all after however long together is... disorienting.

You don't have to be good at anything, Pathos. You're family and that's enough for everyone here.

I'm sorry it went badly. That... really fucking sucks.

*He sighs, and comes over, opening his arms. His eyes have a red glint to them. It's still him but this is the emotional third.*

[literal-legend-rabbit]

but... i should've known better..

...

*he shakes his head when you call it enough* but i'm supposed to be more... i'm supposed to be good family. comforting. helpful. useful

*he stares at the hug for a second, before running into it, squeezing tightly as he tries to hold back sobs. he needed this.* i- i guess you'd u-understand splitting better-r than ev-everyone, huh?

[luherooflegend]

Maybe so, but you can't go back and undo it. What matters is where you go from here, everyone fucks up.

*He just frowns.*

Says who? You are good family, P, that doesn't change because you're struggling or make a mistake. You're comforting and smart and always looking out for us. Having a hard time or messing up doesn't change that.

*He catches you easily, pulling you into a tight hug, one hand rubbing your back gently.*

Everyone but you... we - I don't split like this often... ever? But still... I'll be here for you always and no matter what.

[literal-legend-rabbit]

*he huffs* i already fucked that part up too

I-I might've been, earlier, but right now... i'm just a mess. useless. i can't even comfort my other piece well

... *he sobs* i don't-- don't deserve you all..

[luherooflegend]

I say this with love, P, but that's bullshit. You made a mistake, but Logos undstands you better than anyone's else. He mat need space but that isn't the same as irreversibly fucking up.

You're allowed to be a mess. You don't have to be able to comfort Lo right now all you need to do is breathe. Okay? Lo is safe. He's with Bird Boy. Sometimes you just need space and that doesn’t mean you've done anything wrong.

*He sighs, pulling you closer. He purrs, rubbing your back more.*

It's not about deserve, P. You're our family, and that doesn't change for anything. But also you absolutely deserve us.

[literal-legend-rabbit]

i didn't mean...

*he sniffs* but-- but 'm not supposed to... being a mess isn't helpful... t'anyone... 'nd 'm supposed to be helpful...

...what am i 'f 'm not..

*he sniffs, not responding*

[luherooflegend]

I know.

*He just sighs, purring a little louder.*

You are more than what you can do for others. You're smart, and funny, and a stubborn pain when you want to be. We love you for who you are, not for what you do for us.

You're mine, Pathos, my little brother. You always have me. Nothing is going to change that.

... I get it. I really really do. But you're so important.

[literal-legend-rabbit]

*he leans into you*

... i'm really messed up, aren't i?

i-- i love you guys so much, i just... i just get so caught up in wanting to help, a-and, when i can't... i feel like i need to be punished...

[luherooflegend]

Maybe, but I think we all are.

*He just purrs at you, rubbing your back.*

We love you too, so much....

You Dontrelle deserve to be punished. I promise you, okay? I know the feeling, but that's your brain lying to you.

[literal-legend-rabbit]

...prob'ly

*he sniffles, looking away for a moment*

it's, ah, too late for that call... i messed up, like, literal years of progress...

[luherooflegend]

*He sighs, rubbing your back more.*

You made a mistake, but it hasn't even been three hours. You don't know what the outcome is. So far, Logos has lashed out too and gone to get space to deal with this. That isn't a guarantee of anything bad.

You just need to breathe.

[literal-legend-rabbit]

n-no, i, you... i don't...

...i mean, i relapsed. i-- we were clean for years, literal years, and when we split i told ethos i could handle the body. and... i didn't.

*he steps back, letting go, and drops his illusion spell. the blood smell is back, and pathos's arms are... well, he won't bleed out, but it's definitely not pretty*

[luherooflegend]

A relapse isn't the end of the world either. They're not fun, or necessarily ideal but they aren't the end of the world

Why don't we clean these up okay? We done want them getting infected.

*He's being as calm as he knows how to be. He wants to help and he knows overbearing isn't... helpful.*

[literal-legend-rabbit]

*he hums, looking away*

i-- i can handle it on my own, if- if you want...

[luherooflegend]

... Pae... I would prefer to help you clean and treat this. If you want to do it yourself that's okay but you need to tell me.

You're my brother, I always want to help you.

[literal-legend-rabbit]

*he slow,y looks up at you* you're not... disappointed? upset? i-- i would understand if you are, i...

...i-if you want to i would... appreciate that a lot..

[luherooflegend]

No, I'm not disappointed or upset. I've relapsed before you know, my only concern here is making sure you're okay now.

I do want to.

Let's get these cleaned up okay?

[literal-legend-rabbit]

*he frowns* i-if you're sure..

*tears fall from his eyes but he pulls out a roll of bandages, hesitates, and then offers them to you*

[luherooflegend]

I'm sure, Pae.

*He takes the bandages and doesn't react to the hesitation. He pulls a warm bowl of soapy water from... somewhere, along with cloths.*

Thank you for letting me help. And for trusting me.

... do you want a distraction while we clean and bandage these?

[literal-legend-rabbit]

*he sniffs, looking up and attempting to blink back tears*

o-of course...

..i-- i'd like that, yes..

[luherooflegend]

Okay.

*He dips a cloth into the warm soapy water and takes one arm, starting to carefully clean it.*

You know when you started calling me Green I thought you might be psychic. We don't split often - haven't done it since... the end of Lorule? Anyway I'm the emotional part, I'm red. There's the Logic, he's blue. Then there's Duty, he's Green and usually who takes lead when we're divided enough internally to be three voices instead of the usual one.

... I think Sky gave us nicknames. Or... Logic does? Pretty sure imagine Sage? Who knows Bird Boy was falling asleep.

Being split up like this is so weird. Feels different. I don't know how any of you managed for so long.

[literal-legend-rabbit]

oh. hm. that's interesting. when we're splt enough in our own head, usually each of us take charge for different things, like i usually comfort or intereact with others, or bake or cook if we're realy desperate, ethos does most of the fighting and rescuing and logos... well, logos used to do the puzzles and tending to the crops but... he mostly takes a backseat now.

...you guys didn't give yourselves nicknames? how'd you refer to each other?

ah... managed is a strong word. we survived, somehow. we mostly split at the beginning of all this because we wanted to help everyone at once. which went... about as well as you'd think it would

[luherooflegend]

*He continues working through his talking and then yours. He listens closely of course - he always does. His motions are gentle but practiced. Before too long he is gently rinsing away the soapy water and patting your arms dry.*

That... makes a lot of sense. You three always seemed a lot more... well I know you're all Red but you all seemed more individual than my pieces? The roles make sense though, I've seen you all at work.

Logos... I worry sometimes that I make things harder for him by being around... but that's not something I know what to do about.

We mostly referred to ourselves as our main area of being? I'm Emotions. Logic is Logic. Duty is D because of a drunk story.

Well... I'm glad you managed I love all of you together and apart.

Oh! I wanted to ask you, any advice for strengthening the telepathic bond? We... are really out of practice.

[literal-legend-rabbit]

i think it's mostly because we spent so much time apart. none of us were in a... particularly great state during and after hytopia, so we couldn't harmonize enough to merge

...it... depends. uranium tricked logos into believing he was you so... as i understand it, and i'm not good with thread magic knowledge so i may be wrong, but any thread uranium made for logos regarding himself also applies to you. he's working on resisting them but... most of the time he'll just listen to you. unquestionably. he looks to you for guidance and alos finds comfort and sefety with you. it... can be good and bad

*he smiles a bit* we love you too, all of you

oh! it's mostly years of practice, but at the start we developed a system. since it takes a lot of magic, whenever we wanted to establish the connection, one of us would sent a short ping to the other to let them know, and then they could both pool magic into the connection, making itt use up less of either's magic. also just shorter messages help as well

[luherooflegend]

No... that is fair. We only managed because we all wanted to get home.

*He just nods as he listens, starting to carefully bandage your arms.*

Everything Uranium did applies to me too... I did my best to undo it, but my thread magic abilities are so hit or miss these days... the pain messes with them.... you got back your telepathy though, that was reassuring....

I don't want anything bad for Logos, or you, ever... but that doesn't mean I'm right when I think I know what's best. It... scares me, how obedient he is when I say things. I'm glad I can give him comfort, but I wish it was because of me and not some fucked up thread made reason.

Goddesses... I hate Uranium. With everything I am, and he terrifies me because he got to everyone, Pae... he's everything bad about me and he fucked up the minds of people I couldn't protect...

Ugh. Fucking asshole. At least I know he's gone. Sky made sure.

*He softens, smiling back a little.*

Good. We love you no matter what.

*He listens, nodding along as he ponders the words.*

Huh. That... should work. Thanks. I'll try that soon, maybe try to get Duty to sit his ass down and rest.

Thanks for that. You don't know how helpful that is. Seriously.

[literal-legend-rabbit]

i know you did, and none of that is on you. you did everything you could for your brother

i think... i think not all of it is thread magic either. i mean, logos spent weeks to months with a textbook manipulator. at least part of the effects are from manipulation and trauma, i think. a lot harder to change

i-- i know the feeling. h-he hardly ever fights anyone he considers family anymore... i think just now was the most combative he's been with me in like... years? and it was barely that, even

...he does genuinely find comfort in you, with or without thread magic, yknow? sure it's exaggerated and partially unnatural now, but if it wasn't genuine at the start, he wouldn't have fallen for uranium in the first place

...green... he's everything bad about you to the extremes. none of his actions are your fault, and he couldn't be compared to you in any conceivable way, except maybe mortal appearance.

*he nods a little*

of course! and let us know if yoy need any other advice about being split

ah, if duty needs to be pushed to rest... i could send ethos his way. i think ethos could pressure a stubborn rhinoceros into bed

[literal-legend-rabbit]

*Future Logos is free from the work done by Uranium to make him stop caring about Tori, with Tor dead the needed condition simply aren't there anymore. So now, Logos can feel Everything to do with Tori.*

*logos had been left in his room as pathos tended to the others when this truly hit him. Tori's bond had broken and logos had been slowly recalling all that had happened, all that he had done to her, in a less biased perspective. It didn't take long before he was hyperventilating on the bed, every breath shallower and shallower as he remembered more and more of what he'd done, more and more of how terrible of an uncle-- or a family member in general-- he was, how green and sky and all wouldn't want him without his other pieces anymore, and he might as well go find someplace high and dry to finally bite the dust and--*

*A loud scream came from red's room, audible to his whole house, before he ran to the trashcan and threw up. All that came out was stuffing, of course, due to his dollish body, but it didn't make the feeling any better*

*Logos managed to stumble his way out of the house, somehow, but only made it just past the orchard before he collapsed in sobs on the ground, his magic instinctively and without his knowledge reaching for @the-real-lu-sky, the man who's stitches him back together before many a time*

[the-real-lu-sky]

*The pull of your magic had been so strong that it had stopped me in my tracks. I was just finishing up a tomato soup and placing everything in a cold box ready for when people want food.*

Red...

*My eyes turn to the door and I make my way outside.*

Red? Red... hey. Hey...

*I kneel down besides you. Wrapping my arms around you instinctively. My eyes look you over for any pain or hurt.*

Hey... its okay. I'm here. You're okay...

[literal-legend-rabbit]

*he leans into your touch, continuing to sob and sob as he clings onto your shirt*

Sk-- sky, i-i'm so-- so-- awful! *he hics* i-i can't even care for m-my family r-right, i- i just make e-everything wo--rse

[the-real-lu-sky]

*I give a gentle hum, Wrapping you up in my arms carefully. Placing a hand on the back of your head and running my fingers through your hair.*

No.... no your not Red.

*I hum a song gently as i rock you back and forth.*

You don't make everything worse Red. I promise you. Why would you think that?

[literal-legend-rabbit]

*he buries his head in your shoulder*

n-no-- y-you doun't understand-- i hurt tori s-so much-- i was br-oken a-and i hurt her--

*there's movement at the other end of the orchard-- it almost looks like... another.. red? but he spots you and runs off*

[the-real-lu-sky]

That is through no fault of your own. What was done to L... you. What was done to you. Was awful. And you cant have helped that. We all forgave you for that a long time ago.

I know Tori forgave you, Even if she didn't say that.

*An eye picks up the movement. And watches him fade into the trees again. I softly hum, loosening my grip.*

Hey... can you look at me?

[literal-legend-rabbit]

I-- I sould've been better, though, i -- i should've known th-that wasn't green-- and the whole time i was doing that to her, sh-she thought she deserved it-- sh-she thought-- and now she's--

sh-she only forgave me because she thought i was right-- th-that's not...

*he clings tighter as you loosen your grip, afraid to be let go, but after a moment complies, even more afraid of possibly disobeying a masked order*

*his sad violet eyes swirling with red look up at you, clouded by tears*

*pathos, from deep in the orchard, is very aware that he's been found, slumping against the tree and trying ti think of some bullshit excuse. it's not going well*

[the-real-lu-sky]

What we do in our Grief... is difficult to explain. And by the time you knew. He was already in your head. His magic was too strong for anyone who he came across. You cant help that. you will never be able to help that.

And I promise you that's okay.

*I hush you gently.*

I know I know. I'm not leaving I promise you.

*I lower my voice. Giving a small smile. I'd know the swirl of colour in your eyes anywhere. Mine have the pink with the blue and something new. the other eye has a slither of gray again.*

Its good to see you Logos. Don't worry, your secret is safe with me. But you have to promise to keep that body Fed and watered?

*I raise a hand towards the movement in the trees.*

Now I assume someone else is watching us right?

*I wave a hand, beckoning whoever it is out of the trees.*

[literal-legend-rabbit]

*he shakes his head* 's not okay... i have to be better...

*he sniffs* don't have the body... pathos does... he doesn't want anyone to know...

*there's a moment of silence, and then the trees ruffle as the person (was he wearing a green tunic before?) steps out into view*

*pathos hates this. so much. but he cannot have other people worried about him falling apart when everyone else is also falling apart. he was the dumbass who got himself caught, though*

(say something, pae. act concerned for logos or something)

*The green-tuniced legend frowns, stepping forward and kneeling down to you and logos's level* can i... can i help you guys, in any way?

*logos turns away grumpily. he doesn't know why pathos is doing this but he doesn't appreciate it*

[the-real-lu-sky]

You are doing the best you can. Its a long road. And I'm proud for how far you are along it.

He better make sure then. You can tell him if you need too but I will be checking.

I also have tomato soup and Cheese sandwiches for grilled cheeses made and ready to go so its not even like you guys have to make it.

*I look into the trees and raise an eyebrow. Pulling you back to my chest. Petting your hair.*

*My eyes look you up and down. Searching for the signs of this being one of the Three of you. I decide to play along.*

Hey... he felt the bonds snap too. He's been trying to hold it together. And has been very strong about it.

How are you doing?

[literal-legend-rabbit]

*logos frowns, burying his head back into your shoulder* ...you shouldn't be..

*he nods a bit. he knows pathos is alreadyy not doinf great at that, but he's trying. it's not like they were doing amazing at that when they were merged, anyways*

*pathos frowns, sitting down* did... that affect the string magic? his magic signature feels... slightly different

(i remember the last person to imitate green. they were the one who did this to me in the first place. are you going to fix it the same way he did?)

*pathos, startled, looks over at logos with hurt in his eyes*

(n-no, I would never--)

(go away.)

*the green-tunicked legend almost looks like he's about to cry, but shakes it off* i, uh.... not great, obviously, none of us are. tori's ascension was... rough, but... we'll make it through

*the supposed 'green' legend and logos look almost the exact same, except you can feel the nubs where the ears uranium had given logos used o be (before logos ripped them off) and notice that logos's touch-p on his pink roots is messier than the others. 'green's eyes lookssimilar to the Green you know, but not quite. More static and less godly, as if it were a mere imitation*

[the-real-lu-sky]

And when have I ever listened when youve told me that.

You are doing an amazing job.

The thread magic... I assume wouldnt have anything to bind too now. L- Red. What do you think?

*I squint my eyes. Looking at your eyes closely. I know greens magic. I know this isnt him but trying to figure out who this one is.*

You and I both know thats an understatement. Being in her head... was. So rough... she She was scared. But she cared about all of us so much.

*I have a think. How can I catch you out... if needed.*

Mhm... I thought you were over straining yourself as it was. Or do I need to get Blackthorne here again.

[literal-legend-rabbit]

*logos has gone quiet now. he doesn't want to say anything until pathos goes away. he grunts a bit in answer to your question*

*pathos frowns, looking down* it would... make sense if the thread magic lost it's grounding point... i'm sorry

n-no, it's okay, i just... wanted to sit with the animals. they're calming...

(you are awful at this)

*he runs his hand through his hair, a nervous tic of pathos's*

(fuck off.)

i- i should probably go rest, ah--

*logos* you can drop it. he knows it's you. just-- just go away.

*tears form in pathos's eyes as he takes a step back*

[the-real-lu-sky]

Its okay... I know its him.

It would... its. It must have felt awful.

*Okay, ive let you have this long enough.*

I do know its you P.

*I run a hand through Logos's hair.*

You were never going to get past me not knowing you guy's had split straight away.

*I hum.*

If its okay, I'd like him to Stay. Its been so long since I've seen the pair of you in the same place.

He cares an awful lot about you L, we all do. He wouldnt be here worrying through that connection cause we all know you three talk through your thoughts too.

Say Hi to Ethos.

[literal-legend-rabbit]

*pathos looks away with worry and guilt* i-- i know, i knew you would... figure it out, i was just... i'm... i'm sorry.

*logos shoots you an offended look the moment you ask pathos to stay*

if he 'cared a lot about' me, he wouldn't do this! *he motions to pathos's tunic as it shifts back into red and his eyes return their natural color*

*pathos, with tears in his eyes* no-- i'm sorry, i didn't mean any harm

*logos* sorry isn't gonna cut it

*pathos backs up, holding his stance closer to himself, retreating inwards*

*logos looks back to you* fine, if you want him to stay-- he can stay. fucking-- have fun, or whatever

*he disappears into the shadows, a trick the three of them had been learning from tulsi, but thought none of them had mastered yet. logos proves this wrong, though, reappearing right in front of pathos, punching him in the face, hard, and disappearing again.*

*pathos looks ip at you, shocked slightly and holding his broken nose. he is so close to breaking down in tears, but he sucks it all in, inhaling and turning away*

y-you should... go make sure he's okay. or i can get ethos to. he ah, doesn't... want my company right now, i think

[the-real-lu-sky]

You may not have meant harm but we all know that its not the best idea.

*I look at you.*

Okay. Okay then he dosent have to... it was just....

*I look at my arms. Then around. I just look shocked when he disapears once more, now blood rolls from your nose.*

*I sigh. As much as I dont want to leave you right now its probably for the best here.*

*I whistle. And crimson comes out of the trees.*

Crim, look after pathos. Dont let him out of your sight.

Where abouts has Logos gone?

[literal-legend-rabbit]

*pathos calls on some magic to fix his nose, leaning against a tree* he's-- he's in the house. if you head into the kitchen there's a secret door to the left of the fridge-- open it and head down the staairs, he should be in that storage room

*pathos patiently waits for you to leave, then tosses an apple to crimson. while he's distracted by that, pathos falls back and silently navigates through the trees, covering his trail with a spell so no one can follow him. he's gone*

[the-real-lu-sky]

Kitchen. Door. Storage room downstairs.

Got it.

*I move to leave. But turn back. And place my hands on your shoulders.*

Now.

Look at me. Tell me you wont do anything stupid.

*When you tell me so I wrap my arms around you. Squeezing you tight.*

Missed having you around here. Crim will keep you company while I go make sure Logos isnt going to do anything stupid.

*Crimson nods happily.*

*When you begin to move away. You hear him follow you for a bit. Until you just hear a saddened cry from him. And a coo he hopes will help you find him again.*

*I sigh. Letting you go and running into the house. Looking around for the storage room next to the fridge.*

Now... where is it...

[literal-legend-rabbit]

*he flinches a little at the touch, not expecting that*

I-- i won't

*after all, it's not stupid if he deserves it, right?*

*his eyes go wide and fill with tears when you hugs him, but he looks away, refusing to let you see that right now*

*...a barrel of apples appears next to crimson when he coos sadly*

*the door to the storage room is cracked open, and you can hear muffled heavy breathing from down the stairs*

[the-real-lu-sky]

Good man. And none of that if you deserve it stuff either okay? You dont deserve to hurt yourself.

I'll see you soon okay?

*Crimson looks at the barrel. Taking an apple but he continues to coo saddly. He loves apples. But he really wants to make sure you are okay.*

---

Logos? Logos are you here?

Come on... come on where could he be.

*I spot the cracked door. And open it. Moving inside and pulling the door too behind me. While making my way down the stairs.*

Logos. Its just me I promise. No one else is with me. Where are you?

[literal-legend-rabbit]

g-go away. y-you were s-supposed t-to be with pathos-- h-he needs you...

*his voice is coming from thr corner of the room, behind some boxes. once you spot him, you can see he's sitting against a pillow, a blanket laid next to him. the ones you're pretty sure are left down here for them, and you've seen ruby wash ans take care of before*

[the-real-lu-sky]

Actually ive got crimson on his case right now. Big red and fluffy, i imagine he'll sit on him.

So I. Can take care of you.

*I crouch so theres a little bit of distance between us. I don't want to just. Run into a hug again.*

Nice set up youve got down here. Blankets. Pillows. Boxes so you are hidden from the world.

Mind if I sit next to you? These old knees wont hold up forever.

[literal-legend-rabbit]

...no you don't.

*he sighs* have you tried going through time travel bullshit? slows down your aging real fast

*he moves over, though, allowing you space next to him*

...rav had the idea to set this up. he saw i often came down here to unwind but... it used to be a more common occurrence-- i'd come back from an adventure, or find something upsetting, or just... spiral, and i'd come down here. bare floor. it was the quietest and darkest room in the house. he... made sure i was okay when i did...

[the-real-lu-sky]

If i dont then ive got one very upset bird instead.

*I give a soft smile. Shuffling into the space and holding an arm up to offer a hug.*

Yeah i did hear that. But. I know even if i did. My family would never stop looking for me.

A blanket and pillow is a good improvement from bare floor. But I canunderstamd wanting to come down here.

Its dark. Quiet. Hidden away so pesky brothers cant come and find you.

[literal-legend-rabbit]

that... doesn't help pathos. he ran, and now he's probably doing stupid shit on his own

*he sighs, leaning into the hug the tiniest bit* ...

...somehow that last part never works well

[the-real-lu-sky]

Well. I sent Crimson after him. And we both know crimson is very good at guilt tripping.

Plus Green will be going after him. I'm sure.

*I pull you in slowly. Leaning my head against yours in hope to comfort.*

Well you did leave the door open and I have a good sense of hearing.

[literal-legend-rabbit]

...i guess..

*he hums* i thought getting old was supposed to make your hearing worse...

[the-real-lu-sky]

*I nuzzle you softly. I know it helps cheer Green up so hopefully it'll do the same with you.*

*I give off soft coos. As well giving a chuckle at your comment.*

You'd think. But I'm half bird. They have excellent hearing. You've seen how far away I can call crimson from.

[literal-legend-rabbit]

...i figured that was just part of the soul bond...

*he stays still, going rigid in your arms*

...pathos hurt himself. he's blocking himself off to me, but... i remember that feeling... green's there now but... pae's not gonna tell him. or anyone.

*his hands shake a bit before he pulls them closer, curling in on himself*

[the-real-lu-sky]

Everyone always does...

*As you go rigid I still. Looking down at you before my eyes twist in concern.*

Okay.

*I take a breath.*

Can you tell me how hurt he is?

*As you curl in i follow you. Keeping my arms around you.*

Hey... hey its okay. He's going to be okay... this isnt on you okay?

[literal-legend-rabbit]

...he won't die. won't do that to us. green's with him...

*unlike usual, the hug seems to cause more tension in his body then less*

...i- i... said something really mean... you didn't hear it but... it was bad and-- and now...

he didn't deserve that...

[the-real-lu-sky]

that's good at least.

*I seem concerned about the tension and decide to back off a little. hoping that makes you feel a little better.*

you mind telling me what you told him?

[literal-legend-rabbit]

*he relaxes tge tiniest bit, then tenses up again when you ask, looking away*

i- i... i said i remembered the last person who imitated green... and asked if pae would... 'fix' me... like he did..

[the-real-lu-sky]

*I hum gently. Keeping you held but its lose enough that you know you could break free if you wanted too.*

I see...

*I rub circles into your back.*

And what did he say?

[literal-legend-rabbit]

...he looked at me like i just killed his pet rabbit. then shut himself off and found an excuse for you to leave him alone. and you know the rest

[the-real-lu-sky]

I see...

*I think for a while. Keeping my hand moving.*

He had good intentions. But the execution might havenot been the best. He shouldnt have tried to do that. The reaction is understandable while maybe a little harsh.

You need to talk to him i think.

[literal-legend-rabbit]

...i know

i didn't want to... cause all this... i just got really upset and...

*he sighs* i-- i will. once green's gone. i- i think he'll be... calmer then... and green will make sure he's all taken care of, physically

*he sniffs, and you can tell he's on the edge of tears, wiping them away* i-- i hate this-- i used to be normal-- functional on my own, a-and then he made me... he made me his stupid freaking pet-- i don't even curse anymore, i just-- i just--

...i feel like i can't be a full person anymore. like everyone else has to... walk on eggshells around me and... and take care of me... because i can't do it on my own anymore...

[the-real-lu-sky]

hey... hey its okay...

Green will probably hold him in cloud hugs before we know it. But please do try too. I'm happy to come with you if you think it would help. If not then I can leave you to it. Whatever you'd like.

*I give you a quick squeeze. Before releasing you again, allowing you to move how you like.*

You don't have to hide your tears if it hurts too. We are alone down here. And I wont say anything.

Healing takes time and we want to help you as much as we can. But i can understand wanting to be able to do it on your own. You have made so much progress, and i know i speak for everyone when we say it will take as long as it takes.

*I pause for a moment.*

I... I have an idea.

Do you want to come to the castle to visit? Just you. You can help me with some things. Hell crimson would love to see you. We can give you the space to do the things you want to do.

[literal-legend-rabbit]

i- i know. i will. o-once green's gone... i will

*he sniffs, keeping his face angled away*

...i-i've barely made any progress... i've basically been asleep the whole time we were merged... when i wasn't, i influenced all of us to just... lay in bed. for days.

*he looks back the tiniest bit*

...but what 'f i end up... just rotting in bed like usual...?

[the-real-lu-sky]

Sounds good to me. You can do this.

*I listen carefully.*

you've not had a lot of time to heal if you think about it. You've made progress. Even if you dont feel like you have. Eventually you'll get there.

We can take it slow. Having just spent a week stuck in bed cause they wouldnt let me go anywhere I can show you some stuff to do while laying down.

Or you can have a crack at some cooking. Ive got the private kitchen in the castle then you dont have to worry about the other cooks.

We can take it slow. I believe you can do it.

[literal-legend-rabbit]

*he sniffs* o-okay... if you think so...

*he listens quietly for a minute, not making any indication to his thoughts, before suddenly turning around and hugging you as tight as he can. if he had his power bracelets on, you fear he might crush your rib cage...*

th-thank you... thank you... so much...

[the-real-lu-sky]

I know so.

*I hum as you sit and think. Just a soft tune with no real origin. Until I sit a little shocked for just a moment before placing one hand behind your back and the other in your hair. Leaning my head against yours. And running a hand gently through it.*

Its okay... Youve got so many people behind you. We will help you where we can.

[literal-legend-rabbit]

*he freezes for a moment, then takes the hand of yours on his back and moves it to his shoulder. then he resumes hugging you soso tightly*

*he sniffs* y-you guys... are so amazing...

[the-real-lu-sky]

*I hiss a little. Moving my hand a little higher.*

Sorry, habbit. Is this better?

*I chuckle a little.*

Yeah... maybe a little. But you guys are too.

Now. Shall we get you something warm to wrap yourself up in? And onto a chair?

[literal-legend-rabbit]

*he nods*

...that... sounds really nice...

[the-real-lu-sky]

Perfect.

*I shuffle a little bit.*

You okay If I pick you up?

[literal-legend-rabbit]

*he nods, then pauses, clarifying* i-- i can move on my own though. if-- if that's easier

[the-real-lu-sky]

*I chuckle.*

I've got it. Ive been carrying Zel up the stairs when she needs. You'll be fine.

*I move and stand up. Streching my back a little before I move to lift you. Picking you up and moving around to the stairs and heading up stairs.*

So you want the fluffy blanket or the heavy blanket?

*I move through to the couch and place you down on it.*

[literal-legend-rabbit]

*he huffs, but nuzzles into you when you puck him up, almost unconciously*

...fluffy. i don't want another thing weighing me down

[literal-legend-rabbit]

*Tori comes to Ethos while he's alone, she is just an orange cloud of magic that chirps and trills happens when she sees you.*

Hi! Hi hi!! Tori know you? Tori.... Tori know!

Hi! Hi Re-b! Re-b??

Hi!

Tori visi'!

*She floats closer while giggling. Her magic feels much healthier this time. She's... rather reminiscent of cloud Green in all honesty although her hylian is better.*

- @def-not-the-daughter-of-a-legend

*ethos is in green's orchard, tending to it because it's the best thing he can do to help right now*

oh-- hi tori *he smiles a bit* i missed you, cuban tody

*he laughs as well, leaning into her and very happy she's healthy and well* how's cloudhood treating you?

[def-not-the-daughter-of-a-legend]

*She gasps happily *

Yeah! Tori tha'! Yay!

*She wraps around you in a cloud hug.*

Tori miss you!

Hi Pepperomia!

Tori fin' you! Tori follow th' magic 'nd th' cool gol' threa's!!

*She hums.*

Clou'? Tori love love love be clou'! Tori ma'ch wi' Clou' Bunny!!

[literal-legend-rabbit]

*he chuckles*

...pepperomia? that one's new

ohh... fhat sounds interesting

well i'm glad you're having fun, at least. you're probably the happiest being i've seen in... weeks, i think

[def-not-the-daughter-of-a-legend]

*She just giggles at you, making a little pepperomia plant grow at you feet.*

Tori have so so so much fun! Go see places 'nd people!

*She just hums, wrapping you up in a cloud hug while purring.*

Tori wanna say secre' can you kee' i'? Please?

*She sounds like she did when she was really little, her 't's are consistently dropped.*

[literal-legend-rabbit]

*he smiles* yea? that's good-- i imagine you cheer a lot of people up, with this attitude

...of course. when have you known me to spill a secret, cuban tody?

*he smiles a little sadly. he remembers bits and pieces of when you were little but... he knows he wasn't able to experience much of it. what with logos's issues and time travel shenanigans... he has a lot of regrets about what he missed*

[def-not-the-daughter-of-a-legend]

Yeah? Tori hope! Tory so so so hope! Tori so so so good a' helpin'!

*She trills happily, preening your hair.*

Yay! Tori say secre'!

... Peperomia Tori favori'e Reb.

Peperomia so so so smar' 'nd cool 'nd fun! 'Nd! 'Nd! Has nice flower!!

[literal-legend-rabbit]

*he smiles when you preen his hair-- he always liked that-- but then freezes when you spill the secret*

*then his smile grows wider than you would think is possible and shakes a little bit, tears sprouting in his eyes* oh-- cuban tody... y-you don't know how much that means.,. thank you

*he grins wider than ever before, soso hapyy that it's brought him to tears* w-well you're my favorite niece, kiddo, but you can't tell the others that either

[def-not-the-daughter-of-a-legend]

*She doesn't seem to understand the tears at first giving a quiet little squak of distress before you speak and she recognizes them as happy tears. She coos at you.*

Tori only say hones' words! Tori really really really mean i'!

*She giggles and trills happily at your words excitedly.*

Yay! Tori no say! Tori kee' secere'!!

*She continues to preen your hair.*

[literal-legend-rabbit]

*he giggles* i-i'm glad, cuban tody

*he nods, leanning into your preening more* i know you will, kiddo

[def-not-the-daughter-of-a-legend]

Yay!

*She trills at you in approval.*

Tori have ques'ion. Can Tori ask?

[literal-legend-rabbit]

*he smiles, rubbing at his eyes to clear away the tears*

course. what is it, kiddo?

[def-not-the-daughter-of-a-legend]

Yay!

*She brushes against your face to try to help wipe away tears.*

Why ev'ryone so sad? Tori faul'? ... Tori help?

[literal-legend-rabbit]

what? no-- of course it's not your fault. a lot of them are just worried, and oftentimes you cheer them right up. you're very good at helping, lil cuban tody

[def-not-the-daughter-of-a-legend]

. . . Promi'e? Tori... wanna help. Tori don' wanna see ev'ryone sad. Tori wanna see happy!

[literal-legend-rabbit]

*he holds out his pinky finger to you* promise. you are very helpful, little cuban tody

[def-not-the-daughter-of-a-legend]

*She makes a happy little trill, not entirely sure what you're doing with your pinkie but fully trusting you.*

Yay! Tori help so so so good!

*She settles herself about your shoulders, purring as she does.*

Pepperomia? How come ypur magic so nice?

[literal-legend-rabbit]

*he nods* yea, tori help so good

hmm... im not sure exactly, but it's probably because i take care of myself most out of the three of us