Characters: N’Noah Wiloh and Kien Eilath
Word count: 729
Timeline: Set far in the future, no particular expansion in mind
Warnings: None
Notes: Is there any indication that something like surrogacy is a thing in this world like we have in irl with modern technology? No idea. But this was the first thing that popped into my mind and I ran with it. Plus I’ve been toying with this idea in Kien’s story eventually so glad I finally have a chance to get it out on paper. Enjoy~
The idea of being a mother to her own children was never something N’noah considered. Sure, she enjoyed being around children or taking care of Tokki or Blaise’s kids when they needed someone to watch them but, she always did so with the happiness of knowing she would return home to Sicard and not have to deal with a child yelling for no reason or pulling on her tail for fun. She wasn’t even sure if she was built to be a mother, mainly because she never had a good example to go off of–her mother being too ill to show her what it took to be a mother–if that was something that could even be taught.
She would sometimes wonder, however, what it would be like to be a mother, or at least, go through the motions of it all without having the permanent result of parenthood–she knew she wasn’t ready for that–but maybe if she could somehow go through the process first it could help her make up her mind. But…that was something that was merely a dream and besides, she was happy enough to continue traveling the seas with just her lover by her side.
But then–strangely enough–that dream would become a reality.
She hadn’t known what to expect when Kien wrote to her, asking if he and G’raha could meet with her for lunch. He didn’t specify what he wanted to talk about–only that he had an important question and it was best to be asked in person. Never being one to turn down food and good company, Noah met with Kien and G’raha at the Last Stand one sunny afternoon.
After lunch was finished, the three of them sat and chatted the afternoon away until finally, as the sun began its descent into the horizon, Kien’s expression turned nervous and he began to fidget until G’raha calmly placed his hand atop his and nodded encouragingly. Kien sucked in a breath and asked the question that brought them together.
The initial request catches Noah by surprise, her breath catching in her throat. She took a moment to gather her thoughts, the tension palpable at the table as an array of emotions flickered across her face. She must’ve made her initial shock plain because suddenly Kien’s cheeks turn a shade of pink and he’s frantically waving his hands in front of his chest, a look of embarrassment written all over his face.
“You don’t have to say yes if you don’t want to do it,” he said hastily. “I’m sorry if I made you feel uncomfortable.”
Noah blinked at him, her eyebrows raising in confusion before a small played across her face and her eyes softened. “Kien, I’d be honored.” She replied sincerely.
Kien, mid-babble in his apology, froze and blinked at her. “You-You would?”
G’raha’s ears twitched forward in his surprise. “Are you certain? You’re not saying that because you feel pressured, are you?”
Noah’s smile widened with a giggle as she reached her hands across the table to gently take Kien and G’raha’s hands in her own. “I’m not sure if I ever want children of my own at the moment but what I do know for certain is that I want to be Eorzea’s coolest aunt to a baby Eilath and if that means being your surrogate to make that happen, then I’d be honored.”
Kien and G’raha took a moment to process Noah’s words before they looked at each other with wide smiles and laughs of relief and joy. Kien turned back to Noah with tears in his eyes, his grin infectious. “Noah–this means so much to me–to both of us,” He looked back at G’raha who was still at a loss for words but was smiling and nodding all the same.
“And it means the world to me that you asked me, thank you,” Noah smiled back, feeling her heart flutter in excitement and anticipation. She hadn’t expected this to ever happen–the fact that her strange dream of going through the motion of motherhood without the actual child at the end–was coming true. The journey ahead was sure to be full of surprises but she was honestly happy to help her best friend start a family of his own.
And maybe, after all was said and done, she’d learn if she wanted to be a mother to her own children someday.
"Oh a tour would be fantastic! The city does look fascinating. I'm going to need to learn the ins and outs anyways. I'm here to finalize my training as a samurai, and I'm sure it wouldn't look good if I'm always getting lost around here," she chuckled. It would have been easier if her master had been alive and could have gone with her. She understood that even if he were alive, he was a wanted man. They never would have let him set foot past the Ruby Price. Phoebe followed Kien as he led the way forward towards the towering inn. She noted the sign pointing to a public bathhouse and made note she would need to check it out later. A good soak was in order after weeks in the smelly hull of the ship.
The inside of the Bokairo was peaceful and well decorated. She was shown to her private room, which boasted a lovely bay window overlooking a large garden. She quickly changed into some more casual clean clothes and locked her room back up. She wondered if Kien was still suspicious about her true nature. While it was the truth she was there to further her training, she was also in Kugane to learn more information about her missing brother. She had learned through some of her contacts that someone of great import was staying at the Garlean embassy. It would take time to study the location before she could make a move. It would be one of her most dangerous missions yet; if she were caught she would be killed for breaking one of the cities sacred laws. She would play tourist for a few days and attend her training to give her an alibi.
She walked out to the small courtyard, glancing about to see if Kien had returned. He was nowhere in sight, so she stepped out further onto the rocky terrace. She breathed in the salt sea air, the city really was a beautiful thing to see from this high up in the city. Perhaps later, she would scale the inn and watch the moon rise.
Here is the cast of oc's that will appear in this year's challenge! :3 Kien is always my main focus but I have two new alts that I'd love to introduce/write for because I don't know when to stop making alts in this game without further ado!
Kien Eilath (Main Wol)
Half Keeper, Half Seeker Miqo'te from Meracydia (raised in a Keeper tribe)
Closed off but kind, cautious sometimes, impulsive the next, learning to know what it's like to be loved and cared for by others. Will do anything to protect his friends and loved ones. Despite his title as Warrior of Light, he can be a bit aloof and awkward at times but his heart is in the right place and he can really be a goofball when he's around his found family. It's rare to see him angry, but never rare to see him practically asleep on his feet from working too much.
Main class: Gunbreaker, dabbles in Bard
Profession: Scion of the Seventh Dawn, Warrior of Light
N'noah Wiloh (alt oc, non-wol, doesn't have the echo)
Seeker of the Sun Miqo'te from Ul'dah
*Is the only oc who shares the same universe as Kien*
Mischievous, a bit of a flirt, will spare no expense to get the information she wants and needs, and will probably talk your ear off if you let her. She isn't one to shy away from a challenge and she isn't afraid to cheat her way out of a situation. While she seems very charismatic and open, there's actually a lot she doesn't like to share for the purpose of just moving on to brighter things. 1/3rd of the Red-head brigade and no, Bastian isn't the leader.
Main class: Dancer, dabbles in Monk
Profession: Immortal Flames private, former Scion of the Seventh Dawn
Syren Ligeia (alt wol)
Half-Elezen, Half-Veena Viera from Ishgard
Hot-tempered and quiet, fiercely loyal, will most likely give you a nod or a one-worded answer half the time. Bluntness and sarcasm are his moods of choice. Despite the fact he looks disinterested, he's actually very observant and driven, and if you stick around long enough, more of his soft-hearted personality will shine through.
Main class: Currently a Dragoon but will be Dark Knight by mid-Heavensward
Profession: Former Temple Knight, currently the Warrior of Light and a Scion of the Seventh Dawn (though you'd never know as he doesn't like to share that. Bijou is the Warrior of Light, thank you very much)
Ciel Fyth (alt oc, non-wol, has the echo)
Rava Viera from the Golmore Jungle
A literal ball of sunshine, (think golden retriever puppy) whose energy knows no bounds. He's extremely loyal, and kind, and will definitely talk your ear off about how great his older brother Malek is. He has a driving need to ensure the happiness of those around him because it's the only thing that keeps him from falling apart from what he had to endure in his past.
Main class: White Mage
Profession: Traveling healer, soon to be a Scion who accompanies the Warrior of Light with his brother
Atticus Wolfram (alt oc, non-wol, doesn't have the echo)
Half-Elezen, Half-Garlean from Garlemald (with very little connection with aether)
Charismatic, Sarcastic, quick-witted, and will definitely flirt with anyone to get his way ("is it really manipulation if you make them feel good about themselves?") He tends to never give the full story as he doesn't like to get close to anyone but all he really wants is to find a place where he can belong. Known as the Raven to some, or an all-around wanted thief to the rest. Oh, and don't piss off his voidsent. (The last guy who did, well, it didn't end well)
Main class: Parades as a Gunbreaker to his clients but only a few know that he's a very skilled Reaper
Profession: Wandering body-guard/fighter for higher
Does your OC cry at weddings? Did they cry at their own (if they've had one?)
for whoever
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<Amorous Asks!>
I'd think all of my ocs wouldn't be someone who would cry at a wedding, maybe get a little teary-eyed from how happy they are for their friend but nothing more than that.
None of my ocs are married (yet) but Kien is promised to G'raha and while he got teared up when he and Raha exchanged their promise rings (I actually had a prompt I wrote for it in ffxivwrite last year (#shamelessplug), he didn't full on cry. But I am sure he'll cry on his wedding day as he never thought he'd be lucky enough to have someone to love/love him so yeah, he'd cry from happiness :3
N'noah got a little teary-eyed at Saraphina's and Bastian's wedding when she saw her cousin come down the aisle but she didn't full-on cry either. She probably wouldn't cry at her own wedding though. This would be the same for Atticus. (He'd absolutely tear up at a first look or when Shaili comes down the aisle)
For Syren, nope, nada. He wouldn't cry at a wedding nor would he cry at his own. Not that he wouldn't be happy, he's just not the type to let himself cry in front of others.
Ciel might be the only one who would cry at a wedding/at his own wedding (if he ever gets married) but it would be of course out of happiness and probably during the first dances/speeches.
Thank you for the ask @actualanxiousswampwitch :3
