This place does feel cozy...
Time went by as he read some pages of the guide book, from chapters about flora of Avidya Forest, starting with Nilotpala Lotus, then going with other flowers like the Sumeru Rose, the Padisarahs and some other native species. It was a delight to listen to him, but my body being tired really dragged me down as I closed my eyes. His voice was soothing as well, maybe a bit too soothing.
T: Hm? Ivox?
I: ...huh?
T: You dozed off.
I: Oh, I did? Sorry.
T: No need to apologize. You had a long journey afterall. You should sleep if you are so tired.
I: Y-yeah... Although it's not night time yet.
T: Is there a problem?
I: I'm not used to naps. And if I try to nap, then... my brain becomes mush as I wake up. And my muscles start to hurt. And it feels itchy.
T: Aah, I see. We can try get some fresh air and walk a bit until the night comes. But if you're too exhausted you'll have to go to sleep. No need to take naps.
I: Mmm, okay then.
I: Oh, hello! :0
T: Ah, this is my dusk bird, Hibiscus.
I: Is it okay to touch it?
T: Hmm, let me take him first.
T: Huh.
I: Hello, sir. :3 Um...
T: Ivox?
I: Y-yes?
T: You can touch him, no need to be nervous.
I: W-wait, was I?
T: Yeah, a bit.
I: Won't he... bite or something?
T: No, he won't. Let me show you.
T: See? He's actually very friendly.
I: Oh, okay.
I: Hey, buddy, how are you doing?
H: Chiiiiiiirp chirp chirp chirp chirp chirp chiiiiiiirp chiiiirp chirp chirp chiiiirp chirp chirp chiiiiiirp chirp chiiiiirp chiiiiirp!
I: You're so cute!
T: Hehehe, he really likes you. ^v^
I: Heh, I'm glad! :3 Does he mind strangers usually?
T: Not really, he's quite a friendly individual, but he gets closer to new people easier when I'm around. Not every bird is like that, though.
I: Makes sense.
T: Now then, shall we continue?
I: Yes. :3
He showed me the river from which he and the other villagers gather fish, water and some of the herbs. We didn't realize how fast time went until we saw the road lamps start illuminating. I can't remember much from then since I have fallen asleep already. All I know was that he carried me back to his cottage and put me back to bed.
N: :33< hey, i'm back!
T: Shhh, she's sleeping.
N: :33< ah, whoops. did it go well?
T: The interaction? Yes. She's a bit shy, but she started to open up a bit.
N: :33< yeah, it takes a while. *yawn* i should go as well.
T: Yes. Oh, by the way, you have a package in your hut for you, with plenty of food. From the Forest Rangers.
N: :33< oh, thank mew! although i don't remember them packaging it while i was with them--
T: Nah, I prepared it with some other Rangers while you were away, that's why.
N: :00< oooh! thank mew!
T: You're welcome. Hmm... Can I ask you something?
N: :33< yes. what is it?
T: ...Did you perchance meet up with the General Mahamatra?
N: :00< uh... who are they?
T: Oh, so you don't know. Nevermind then.
N: :00< is something on the meowtter?
T: It's just that I have a friend who likes to tell bad jokes. And I thought he might have influenced you.
N: :33< oh, mew mean my cat puns?
T: Yes, that...
N: :33< no, haven't met him either. my cat puns are part of my typing quirk.
T: ...Typing quirk?
N: :33< yeah. my species has developed a society system in which part of our signature or individual identification is through how we write. and, well, cat puns are part of my quirk.
T: Hmm, I see. You'll have to tell me about your world and species in the following days.
N: :33< mew can ask ivox, too, she knows plenty about my universe as well.
T: I'll ask her, too, no problem.
N: |oo< i can't stay fur... *yawn* too much longer. goodnight, tighnari.
T: Heh, goodnight, Nepeta.
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A new part finished and there's still a lot to prepare. I need to show more sides of Tighnari and how these happen around my sona. XD And some other shenanigans where Nepeta is included. All in due time.
Meanwhile there's a dream episode coming up next. :3c
