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Jun 28, 2022 11:31:27 GMT -5
Post by Ayu on Jun 28, 2022 11:31:27 GMT -5
The forest welcomed her again with a well-known scent of resin, the serene, mysterious aura, and distinct sounds of the wilderness. The air was cool here despite the weather getting warmer with every day and the sunlight played with branches, creating ribbons of light in the shade. Being here always soothed Ayu. So many life forms living in harmony, nature's laws were simple. Not complicated like the lives of Earthlings... With their battles and greed. Now and then she would feel the group of energy signatures disappear, meaning that something has happened out there - that was always making Ayu uneasy. At times like this, she would wander into the forest. She never felt like a stranger here, unlike on the city's streets, so she was eager to lose herself in the woods and fern bushes. Everything just felt so right here and she never was bothered by any wild animal. Well... Almost never. Giant serpents didn't count.
Walking so far from home wasn't an issue. Ayu knew the surrounding area as well as the palm of her hand, and since she was a child she learned how to navigate in the woods. Jumping from one boulder to another with ease, she crossed the slow river stepping on the soft moss and the tree trunk that has fallen into the water. There was a meadow on her left and the hill on her right. Maybe it would be good to collect some herbs here... But that later. She knew that after she would pass next to the old cave and a cliff, she would walk into a small lea. Just the place she needed. Grass, flowers, a bit of open space, but still enough trees to obstruct her from curious eyes. Perfect spot for training - because this time Ayu decided to train by herself.
Although she had an agreement with Callion to train with him, she couldn't possibly follow the Saiyan to what she thought was another continent... She couldn't fly. His signature was far, far away, and there was no way she could reach it as she was now. How were people even able to float in the air? Ah, silly Ayu. It was an unnecessary question - the same way they were able to sense the Ki of others or use it to create blasts or swords. It was all personal, so maybe one day it would be easy for her too? She shouldn't get ahead of herself, she should settle for what she knew already. And that was her beloved flora. Without proper guidance from someone more experienced, she wanted to try polishing what she already knew, by simply practicing and getting better and better. Maybe she was waiting for the right moment to train with the Saiyan monk, but she couldn't possibly waste any more time sitting around, could she? For now, her plan was clear. Meditation was out of the question for certain reasons - or at least that part when she would be trying to sense her Ki, it was always ending with a disaster - so today Ayu decided to focus on something more practical. Something she knew and what would bring her the sense of comfort that she was badly lacking those days.
Placing down the wicker basket on the big tree stump, Ayu rubbed her hands and sighed deeply, trying to focus her energy. The roots and the tree bark of the stump in front of here were long dry and dead by now, but the area was filled with life. Not so long ago the young woman was practicing the movement - running away or jumping high into the air - with the help of vines and bamboo canes, but the last encounter with a giant snake proved that a more defensive approach was needed. Making a wall of vegetation helped to stop the beast, but barely. If Ayu wanted to be sure that next time nothing would break through, she needed to practice... That was the plan. Smoothing her clothes she sat down on the grass. The plants here were pretty regular - some ivy, vines, conifers, and deciduous trees - but that was more than she needed.
"Let's start now..." Ayu whispered to herself, slowly raising her hands. Tips of her fingertips started to glow with a soft, golden gleam when the young woman's Ki soaked into the soil. The delicate stalks that emerged from the ground in front of her begin to turn into ivies and small shrubs and young trees - filling the patch of grass with completely different types of flora. The seeds were always there. Normally they would have been eaten by birds or bugs, but this time Ayu used them to practice - she would return them to their previous state after training. She knew better than anyone not to mess with the natural order of things.
But first... Wall was challenging - what about a net? It could prove more durable than a simple obstacle of trees growing one by one. If the twigs and vines and branches would intertwine making knots, that could only stabilize the resistance. Rubbing her cheek with a pensive look in her eyes, Ayu made the stalks dance slowly. It looked almost like she started knitting using green vines, making for practice - for now - a small net, not bigger than her outstretched arms.
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Jun 29, 2022 4:38:30 GMT -5
Post by shazam on Jun 29, 2022 4:38:30 GMT -5
Staff Officer Shazam valued his leisure time. He didn’t get enough of it, and due to the nature of his job he never truly stopped working. Still, that didn’t stop him from putting his mind off espionage with a meditational stroll through Mount Paozu.
Shazam was so used to his usual work clothes that they transformed into his “casual” wear. A white dress shirt, black suspenders, and black dress pants followed by black dress shoes. He was out of place in such a serene, natural area like this. If anyone found him here, they’d assume he was a stock broker that got lost.
Something caught the corner of Shazam’s eye as he walked between the trees, hands in pockets. He craned his neck to see vines rising up and overlapping each other. A woman with green skin was standing above them like some sort of snake charmer but for plants. The off-duty staff officer stared at her from afar. “She looks familiar…” he thought. Shazam couldn’t quite put his finger on it.
He sighed. “I say that about everybody these days, she’s probably just a tree hugger. Red Ribbon work is getting to me,” Shazam rubbed his temples.
The officer casually walked to about five meters’ distance and said, “Is that a magic trick?”
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Jun 29, 2022 8:12:23 GMT -5
Post by Ayu on Jun 29, 2022 8:12:23 GMT -5
One thing was sure, Ayu was easy to lose herself in thoughts. The pensive and reflective nature got the better of her because her focus on the training started to drift away... Of course, she still was concentrating on the vines in front of her, but her mind turned toward the different things that were troubling her of late. Dangerously high power levels fighting all around the globe. Liari vanished from her sight, despite Ayu waiting for her visit. Her energy was playing tricks on her, making any meditation attempt a living hell... And Zhang was getting more distant. She never expected him to act like a proper legal guardian, she got used to it already that he was busy with his work. But now it felt almost like he has disappeared. What she should do now with all this hanging above her head..? The green in front of her twisted and turned effortlessly, creating a soft net that stretched towards her hands.
She heard someone's voice. How badly was she lost in her own thoughts to not realize someone's presence nearby?
"H-huh?" startled Ayu turned her head, looking with an anxious expression at the man that approached her. He was, for lack of a better description, not blending into his surroundings. Not with that spotless outfit, shiny shoes, and the office-like air around him. Neatly brushed hair and a well-kept appearance made her think that he must have just stepped out of a fancy car, ready for a business meeting... Well, not exactly. Was it possible that someone dressed this way appeared in the middle of the deep forest? It felt unlikely, but she couldn't deny that he was real and he was there. The young woman was too busy with her practice to notice his energy signature, and although it was easy for her to sense, it was also easy to miss. This individual was calm and relaxed, nothing alerted her at all. She caught a glimpse of his presence only when he threw her off guard with his voice.
"Etto... N-no. Yes?" she glanced at the plants growing in front of her, trying to figure out what the right answer was to the stranger's question. Ayu stroked her cheek in a pensive and just a little bit abashed manner. "I d-don't know..." She never questioned what is it - the basic was that she was able to use her energy to influence the flora and control it. But whatever it was - Ki, magic, or something between them - how could she know? Anyway... Was it wise to show what she was able to do in front of a stranger? Maybe it would be smarter to play along and pretend it was a magic trick, but Ayu was awful at lying. Even if she would attempt to hide the truth, her face would give it all away. "It never troubled me if it's magic or not..." she said, gently caressing green leaves. Under her touch the plant grew bigger, stretching and tiny flowers of the ivy started to bloom.
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Jul 1, 2022 3:11:17 GMT -5
Post by shazam on Jul 1, 2022 3:11:17 GMT -5
Shazam stroked his clean-shaven chin as he observed the ivy transform. “I see,” he stated before carefully walking forward, making sure to step over any mud or water to protect his shoes. Shazam was trained in espionage to understand the subtleties of body language, and Ayu seemed to be deeply troubled by something.
In an effort to look non-threatening, Shazam leaned against a tree with his hands still in his pockets. The only way he himself was able to handle the stress of work was through his leisure time. It had been years since he had any real social time with anyone, stranger or friend. He figured conversing with someone might ease the weight on his mind.
He was a bit closer, now within the limit of normal conversation distance. The staff officer spoke, “Are you alright?”
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Jul 2, 2022 7:56:54 GMT -5
Post by Ayu on Jul 2, 2022 7:56:54 GMT -5
Her first thought was, that a random person seeing Ayu manipulating plants in the wild would be both bewildered and afraid. After all, it wasn't something so common or simply natural... But the man remained calm. His energy didn't waver in the slightest, like what he was seeing didn't make any impression on him. His previous question was simply informative, and the way he accepted her answer was again, collected and refined, like he was wearing an emotionless mask... Except, both his expression, voice and Ki were tranquil. That was the level of composure Ayu never dared to achieve, with her emotions always on her sleeve and her heart being an open book. Should she be worried about someone so stoic it was hard for her to read his energy, even if she could sense it clearly? Time would tell...
The question surprised her. Ayu tilted her head, gazing at the man in awe - she didn't hear those words often. She wasn't feeling well when it comes to many, many things weighing on her soul, but personal troubles were out of the question to share with a stranger. Even if there was something on the back of her mind, who was she to burden anyone with her own problems? When it comes to her physical state, it wasn't that bad, even if her inability to control Ki was giving her some unpleasant side effects... But after some rest and meditation, Ayu was as good as new, and ready to practice her skills. Still... An apologetic smile appeared on her face like she was trying to say sorry for making the stranger concerned about her well-being.
"I am a-a little tired, but I'm alright, t-thank you," the young woman blinked while thoughtfully scratching her cheek before her gaze slipped back to the flowers growing in front of her. With a soft gesture of her hand, the plants untangled and were getting smaller, turning back into their younger states, until they were nothing but saplings that returned to the ground. Ayu's gaze turned to the tree where the stranger was standing. On the opposite side, between the roots, a flower started to grow... Why not help it a bit?
With a tiny flicker of her energy, soft, pale tendrils unraveled, climbing on the bark. It wasn't a threat of course, more like an attempt to show that this ability wasn't going to harm the kind stranger, who took his time to talk with her. Fragrant flowers bloomed in white, feathery, and delicate formations, and the traveler's-joy's plants were standing out in the thick, green forest. Ayu lowered her hand, pleased with the outcome and the view of flowers in the forest. After a moment of silence, her head turned towards the blond man.
"I don't k-know why I can do this... B-But, aren't you afraid, mister?" she stood up and joined her hands, which were fidgeting slightly. Ayu's uneasiness was mostly under control because the person she was talking to was so composed, but her social inexperience was getting the best of her. "Most humans don't l-like people that are different than them, l-like me, let alone those with w-weird abilities, so..." She simply wanted to know - was there contempt under the calmness, or honest curiosity?
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Jul 4, 2022 0:11:50 GMT -5
Post by shazam on Jul 4, 2022 0:11:50 GMT -5
He watched as the flowers bloomed across the forest ground. They were captivating, hypnotic in their beauty. Shazam squatted down and reached out of his pockets, revealing two black gloved hands. He picked a white flower and held it up to his nose.
Shazam inhaled, then exhaled. It was a distinct vanilla-tinged smell that tickled the interior of his nose and nearly caused his face to bunch up a bit. He spoke, “I know what it’s like to be different. I think that’s why I feel comfortable speaking with you. Nice fragrance, by the way.” He stood up and placed the flower between a suspender belt. “I’ve always kept to myself. Most of my colleagues saw me as too dedicated. I skipped parties to study, to learn about the world and how to change it.”
The officer looked up at the forest canopy, rays of light beaming between the branches. “I can relate.”
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Jul 5, 2022 15:23:48 GMT -5
Post by Ayu on Jul 5, 2022 15:23:48 GMT -5
Watching the flowers bloom was indeed captivating - in a way. Normally it was taking hours, or even long days to make a flower unravel its petals and display its full glory. They needed the right temperature, soil, humidity, ray of the sun, and time of the year to grow comfortably... And the progress wasn't always seen to the naked eye unless someone was very dedicated to gazing at a blossom for a long time. Usually, people would record flowers growing and then fast forward the video. But watching it happening in nature, just like that? That was way harder to do... Yet since Ayu could influence the greenery around her, making a flower bloom was a child's play. The stalk would wave and grow, the leaves would sprout softly, developing from small, curled flakes into beautiful, deep-green blades. Buds would pop up gently, grow, and change their color until the petals would form - and then they would open, showing a delicate color inside. All in a matter of a minute or two - that was a phenomenon enjoyable to watch. It didn't matter how many times Ayu saw it, it still gave her this warm, pleasing sensation of helping a life thrive and grow.
She wasn't without second thoughts. After all, even if her powers were nature-related, she wasn't feeling right using them against the natural order. And that was not letting plants grow in their own time, getting stronger and maturing by themselves, without outside help. One could say that it was ironic - after all, she was a devoted gardener. It was Ayu's duty to fertilize the soil, water the flowers, pick up the withered leaves and protect the greenery from pests. Yet it was happening over time, with effort and dedication, and such was the rule of nature that even then some flowers would deteriorate. But with her chlorokinesis, there was no such thing, and that was making Ayu a little uneasy. She could pour her Ki into any type of flora making it grow bigger, harder, stronger than it was naturally possible - wasn't that something that shouldn't take place? But then again, it was natural for her. And nature itself didn't seem to mind her interferences, aiding her when she was in need. Maybe she was worried for nothing.
... The mister seemed to share her appreciation of nature. Or at least the flowers. Ayu beamed a little hearing his words and she stroked the blades of grass near. Floral aromas were nice... She loved them the most, and her favorite one was a delicate scent of a water lily. Ayu-Lily was how Liari was calling her anyway... Maybe it was a coincidence or maybe not, but it did make her smile.
"I feel better here.," she admitted with a soft tone when they started the talk about differences. Gladly she noticed that the man wasn't put off by her presence. "In the woods, or my garden between the plants I grew myself. I'm not really good at talking to people..." a little abashed, Ayu stroked her cheek and smiled shyly, standing up and smoothing her clothing. "... And I find myself talking to plants more often. At one point I realized that they listened and understood my words." With tenderness, she placed her hand on the bark of the nearest tree. Feeling the rough texture under her finger, sensing the quiet but firm life inside... A deep sigh raised her chest. She gazed back at the calm man, standing in his spot unmoved. An intriguing person to say the least. "Some people are feared because of their apperence, others because of their skills," and she was here, with both of those problems. "Mister, you seem stronger than m-most people. Am I right..?"
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Jul 7, 2022 14:43:37 GMT -5
Post by shazam on Jul 7, 2022 14:43:37 GMT -5
Shazam looked at Ayu. “I’m nobody in particular.” He reached into his pocket and pulled out a capsule, then tossed it on the ground. The capsule burst into a wooden picnic table with a ready-made tea set sitting on top. He slowly walked over and sat down on one of the creaky wooden chairs, then grabbed a teacup and filled it.
The officer stared into the still green liquid. Steam rose from the cup like a coiling snake in the wind. He picked it up by the handle with two fingers and took a thoughtful sip. The tea had a bittersweet taste to it.
Shazam placed the cup back on the table and motioned to a chair on the opposite side. “I just lay low. Best to make everyone think you’re harmless.” He poured a second cup of tea and slid it over. “Makes things easier.”
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Jul 8, 2022 12:04:04 GMT -5
Post by Ayu on Jul 8, 2022 12:04:04 GMT -5
To stay low... She wished she could do that. Ayu glanced at her open palms, frowning a little. With green skin and fluctuating Ki signature, keeping a low profile wasn't exactly possible around here. She practiced hard day after day, but her energy wasn't easy to tame. And despite that... Ayu didn't much appear as harmless, she genuinely was a harmless person. She was too afraid of being mean and hurting others so she was always careful with her words. She was shy and easily got worried about others. And the young woman couldn't collect the resolve to hit anyone and bring anyone harm, her heart was breaking at the sole idea of this... Her anxiety wasn't making things easier. She hated crowded places, and talking to others was always taking the worst possible turn... There was nothing scary in her presence, just a shy bean, a crybaby, a coward.
"I wish I could do that..." Ayu said quietly. Was she so innocuous? The energy that was leaking from her body, the uncontrollable Ki soaking in the ground was causing the flora all around to act on her instinct. She never meant to be like that. The more her power grew, the more unstable it was becoming. Many different hues and patterns of energy in her presence were overlapping, creating a chaotic, fuzzy, and blurred signature. When she was calmer, meditating and keeping her thoughts at bay, everything was alright - yet her emotions were always getting the best of her, and it showed every time Ayu was troubled. Flower pot after flower pot was exploding from excessively growing roots and plants feeding on her Ki... Yes, her garden was becoming a mess on regular basis lately.
Ayu sighed softly and glanced back at the man. To her surprise, he was preparing a picnic table? It sure was an unusual sight, but undeniably was more elegant and practical than sitting on the grass with a thermal mug full of tea. Yes, she was usually doing that. It's not like she could afford a capsule to bring a whole picnic set with herself on a walk in the woods, but there sure was something pleasing about seeing a ready-to-use tea set on the counter. When the man poured her a cup of tea, Ayu blushed and hesitantly walked to the table.
"T-thank you, mister," she bashfully smiled with gratitude, sitting down on the chair on the opposite side of the table. Embracing the cup with her both hands, she warmed up her fingers on a delicate surface. The steam smelled pleasant, and Ayu took a soundless sip and remained quiet for a long while. "I like how a good cup of tea can raise one spirit," she confessed softly.
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Jul 8, 2022 14:13:45 GMT -5
Post by shazam on Jul 8, 2022 14:13:45 GMT -5
“Indeed,” Shazam agreed. Some men lust for power, others for money. When you boiled it down, all a man needed was a cup of piping hot green tea and Mother Earth to keep him company. At least, that was the officer’s philosophy.
Shazam took a long sip from his teacup. He stared at the green woman. She was the same color as the tea, an observation that made him smirk before he returned to his usual stoic expression.
“It’s difficult to be discreet if you stand out, especially when you’re…” he paused as he looked into the green woman’s eyes. There was something bothering him, a feeling he couldn’t shake. He was so caught up in his relaxation time that he neglected his usual analytic approach. Shazam was sure that he had seen this woman… Somewhere. The eyes gave it away.
He placed the teacup back on the table and leaned back in his chair, right arm hanging around the back part. His left hand linked with his right, creating a sort of diagonal line with his arms.
“I think we should properly acquaint ourselves. I’m Shazam, what’s your name?”
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Jul 9, 2022 3:54:18 GMT -5
Post by Ayu on Jul 9, 2022 3:54:18 GMT -5
It might have been the most random tea time and casual chat that happened to her, but it wasn't unpleasant. Ayu started to genuinely enjoy the company of this collected and quiet man. There was no suspicion or apprehension in his energy, and something was welcoming in his calmness. The mystery was - who was he? A perfectly ironed and white shirt, polished shoes, neatly brushed hair... That attire wasn't best for a stroll in the woods, where it was easy to get caught by slippery moss or tangled roots. Maybe the forest itself knew better than to tamper with such an elegant person? Ayu smiled a little at that thought, but she couldn't help but think - the presence in front of her would much better match a hall of a court or perhaps a high-class office..?
Standing out. Yes, she did, making it quite the feat. In one way Ayu was a shy person, not presenting herself with charisma or confidence and she was easily overlooked by others... But at the same time, some things were attracting the gazes of others. In an unpleasant way.
"... Green?" Ayu finished the thought after him, smiling with abashment and feeling how her cheeks were now slowly getting warmer. She stroked her chin bashfully, glancing at the blurry reflection of her face in the cup of tea. Powder green skin. Vividly green hair that almost looked like a luscious bush when the locks weren't kept in check by the braid. And her pale eyes that didn't seem to have pupils and were just two pools of opalescent yellow color... No human looked like that. Her expression became melancholic. "It's a-alright. Earthlings are cautious about other species... And I live in a rural area, where people are a little warier of others," Ayu admitted in a gentle tone, taking more sips of the green tea. This type of beverage didn't need any additions, it was perfect on its own. "I remember, when I was nine I tried to paint my skin to match others." she chuckled softly. "It obviously didn't work.
With time she learned that there was nothing she could have done about her appearance - or rather others' attitude towards her. Maybe Earthlings weren't so easy to point fingers at Changelings or Saiyans, being aware that their might is greater than their own, but a quiet teen with an unknown background and shy nature? There wasn't a day when Ayu was in the town or school and not felt eyes on her back.
Perhaps that's why she preferred to stay alone in the forest, with familiar sounds of the woods and whispers of the flowers all around.
"M-My name is Ayu. It's nice to meet you, Mr. Shazam." She lightly bowed her head, to make up for a late greeting. There was a moment of hesitation before she asked, joining her hands together and glancing at the man shyly - "I'm sorry if I sound rude, but what brings you to this woods? People a-avoid this part of the forest, because it's dense and dangerous."
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Jul 13, 2022 23:22:12 GMT -5
Post by shazam on Jul 13, 2022 23:22:12 GMT -5
Shazam paused. “Ah, right… Nice to meet you, Ayu.” Memories flooded his mind like a tidal wave. Eighteen years old, five feet and two inches tall. Her grandfather is Zhang, the genius that the Red Ribbon Army is trying to recruit.
He brought his teacup to his lips and watched Ayu. Gears turned inside him. A strong gust of wind swept through the forest and rocked the foliage. “This would be a prime opportunity to gather some intel, but…” he thought before stopping himself. The wind subsided. “...I’m on vacation.”
The ceramic teacup rattled against the pleasing wood grain of the table. “Hiking is my favorite pastime,” he said plainly. “What about you? Is playing with plants your main hobby?” The question was serious despite the wording.
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Jul 15, 2022 11:57:10 GMT -5
Post by Ayu on Jul 15, 2022 11:57:10 GMT -5
Hiking... What better place for it than some charming, deep woods, away from the ruckus of civilization? That made sense. But wasn't it weird that a person was strolling out in the forest, without a piece of proper equipment, let alone suitable clothes? Ayu blinked thoughtfully, but she knew better than to jump to conclusions, even if after the latest occurrence she was warier of others. Then again, Mr. Shazam had this peculiar air around him. It hinted to her that he looked just like a person able to afford more than one capsule, and bring along for a hiking trip a change of clothes and even a whole house... Yes, it wouldn't be so farfetched from reality.
"Gardening," Ayu corrected with a slight blush when the man mentioned hobbies and interests. It was... Kinda obvious, wasn't it? Her green skin and hair, her fondness for any type of flora, and then plant-related abilities. It was like the universe decided to keep a nature theme with her appearance and skills. "P-Playing isn't exactly the word... I always liked flowers and as I started studying them I wanted to learn more about plants. And more." She smiled nostalgically, taking a sip of tea. The countless hours she spend reading books, perfecting her herbarium, and learning more about plants paid off... If she would only wish, with her grades she'd be the first one to be accepted to the college, so she could start the Botany Course there. Wasn't that her dream..? It felt like years ago, but her priorities and values changed so much in a span of a few months. "I wanted to attend the University where my grandfather works... But he does not like the thought of me living in East City for some reason." Ayu lowered her voice, her face frowned with concern and bitter sadness, but she patted her cheek to wash it away. She couldn't possibly cause any worry or awkwardness to someone kindly treating her to tea. "He prohibited me from leaving the area actually, so lately I've been stuck at home and in the forests around here." she admitted with a melancholic smile. "Maybe he doesn't want others to know that he adopted a child of an unknown race."
That would match too well into this situation, even if the thought of Zhang being ashamed of his adoptive granddaughter was breaking her heart little by little. Why would he even take her in if he'd find it shameful in the first place? Ayu didn't want to think about it.
"And playing..." she decided to focus on answering Mr. Shazam's question. "I'm n-not really sure. I developed this... Ability? I don't know what to call it." Blush painted her face in a dark rose hue, when Ayu scratched her cheek, trying to find the right words to explain what happened to her. But the truth was, she couldn't grasp it either. She was pouring her energy and feelings into plants around and they were reacting to that - it was that simple - and yet it wasn't... "I can... M-Manipulate plants to some degree. I'm still adjusting to that, so I'm trying to practice in the woods when no one would get spooked by that..." It was reasonable. A young woman with green skill, obviously not an Earthling, with mysterious abilities - it wouldn't end well. While visiting any town she could feel eyes stabbing her back. She didn't want them to turn into knives, just because people would get scared of her - even if more often she was the one more scared of them. "That's w-why I was here."
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Jul 19, 2022 15:07:30 GMT -5
Post by shazam on Jul 19, 2022 15:07:30 GMT -5
“That adds up,” he thought. Zhang’s file reflected most of Ayu’s info perfectly, though the bits about Ayu herself were new. The extent of the hiding, her abilities, that sort of thing. His nostrils flared as he sniffed a couple times. Now that he bothered to check, she smelled pretty powerful.
The Red Ribbon agent was impressed with himself. Even when he was on vacation, intel just came right to him. He was a magnet for it. Still, he was on vacation, and he valued his time away from the office. Shazam was satisfied, and he was ready to continue his hike.
Shazam spoke, “I see. Honing your skills is important.” He stood up from his chair and turned around. The empty capsule for the table laid next to the teapot. “You never know what’s coming around the corner.” The agent walked halfway toward the trail before stopping to look over his shoulder, “It was nice talking to you, Ayu. Perhaps we’ll meet again sometime.” He continued onto the dusty forest trail.
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Enhanced Being [x39]
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Jul 21, 2022 0:45:22 GMT -5
Post by Ayu on Jul 21, 2022 0:45:22 GMT -5
One thought was now stuck to her... Was, by any chance, Zhang ashamed of his adoptive granddaughter? That was a quick, suspicious idea that flashed through her head, but Ayu wasn't sure if she even wanted to dwell on that... But maybe that was a case of his distance. She might never know... Well, since she met her grandfather in the East City a few days ago, he hasn't been in contact with her at all... Busy again. Busy... But the flashback of the man in the red outfit was giving her unpleasant shivers, that danced on her spine. She rubbed her forearms as if a sudden chill irritated her body.
And the man's pensive response caught Ayu off guard. Practice makes perfect as they say, but she couldn't say she was honing her skills for any concrete reason... Left untamed, Ki-soaked stems of nearby flora could grow to devastating sizes and Ayu would rather avoid that. It was a matter of keeping things under control then polishing this ability - but wasn't it one and the same? She won't be able to learn how to tame her wild energy if she won't practice. Practice, practice, practice, even if she doesn't like that, she needed to get a grip on herself. Ayu's eyes clouded a bit when she looked down at the grass next to her feet. Sometimes she wished she could go back in time, to days when her bigger concerns were getting into University... Not struggling with power that could easily break her house.
"That's true..." she admitted, murmuring her answer. What was waiting right around the corners..? She couldn't say what could happen later the same day, how could she prepare herself for more troubles? And life wasn't frugal when it came to those. Ayu glanced to the side, noticing that the man has risen from his seat and left an empty cup behind - alongside the whole picnic set - was departing from this tiny lea. She jumped onto her feet and blinked. Right... She too should get going and start practicing some more. "O-Oh, right. Have a g-good day Mister Shazam." the young woman gently waved as his silhouette disappeared between the trees and turned around.
That was an unusual encounter.
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