#collared kindness

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-> From Lee Sin; "My daughter, I received a Snowdown gift from a... someone... close to me." Lee murmured the final words, somewhat embarrassed as he tried to move past it. Instead, offering her a small dragon crocheted plushie and a scarf with crocheted Sakura blossoms and dragons.

"She also made a set for each of my children, so here. Happy Snowdown, my little dragon." Lee smiled in delight, a rumble coming from her throat to express happiness.

The woman takes the scarf and plushie with a warm smile. "Well, if everyone got one... Thank you. And tell her I said thank you too." She beams, already hugging the plush close as she examines the scarf.

"...Would it be rude to find a way to wear this other than around my neck? It's so pretty and thoughtful, but..." Elaine trails off, blue eyes lifting to the monk with a bit of guilt. "It's uncomfortable wearing things around my neck."

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❛  03 .   a  kiss  after  a  long  time  apart ! Fluffy friendship cuteness

Given her time at the monastery, Elaine's wanderlust had started to begin to bother her. She'd never stayed in one place for so long, and while she most certainly would always return to her new home, she still had a love of exploring.

She'd let Lee know that she was off to explore a bit of Ionia and that she would be gone for a couple of weeks. The elder had, despite the small woman's condition, given her their blessing in the form of a traveling coat that she is still wearing on her return.

It's on that return that she runs into Robin- Almost literally. "Robin! It's so good to see you. It's been so long." She grins, then blinks in surprise as she feels the alchemist press a kiss to her forehead. Her cheeks flush slightly. "Oh- Wait- What? Did you miss me that much? Were you worried? I'm sorry-"

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[A  kiss  before  one  goes  away.] "Elaine." Lee's voice called out, slowly approaching the woman as she drapes a sturdy cloak around her shoulders. "I was given this when I was exiled all those years ago, it has served me well and I patched it up and improved it along the way. Now I hope it will serve you well too." "Know that no matter where you go, you are never truly alone. The Dragon watches over you, you have a family and a home to return to. And your heart will guide you..."

Lee Sin gently took hold of Elaine's cheeks, pressing their foreheads together before planting a long but tender kiss on her cheek. "Stay safe, my daughter. And take care..."

The woman looks up from the supplies she's triple checking. They weren't much, really. Just the basic necessities for travel, as well as supplies for if she happened to have a magical flare up while traveling. It was still more than she was used to having, though, and it was nice to feel secure.

Then she feels the cloak drape over her shoulders, and she lifts her hands to the edges of the fabric in surprise. "You're letting me borrow your cloak?" The woman turns to look at the monk. "I know I'm not supposed to accept personal gifts, so... I'll bring it back. I'm coming back home, you know." She smiles.

Elaine closes her eyes and leans into the forehead touch. It was very comforting to feel so greatly cared for, and her smile never falters even as Lee kisses her cheek. "I'll stay safe dad, I promise. If I hear anything or meet any interesting people I'll let you know too. But I'll be back before you know it."

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"We do not make assumptions about others, such things can be harmful, insulting, or even degrading." Lee Sin gently put her hand on Elaine's head, smiling fondly. "So instead I will tell you something I am certain of when it comes to you: That you are a bright and kind-hearted individual with a bright future ahead of her."

She smiles to that. "I do my best to be kind even when it's hard. The world is harsh and there's already too much hurt to continue perpetuating it. I guess it's my way of making a difference in the world."