⠀ ❪ Pulling her knees to her chest, tears already threatening as she buried her face. She felt like a child again, a deeply confused child who didn’t understand why her parents were so afraid of her and could only cry. So…she only sings in secluded places, even after the entire kingdom falls +

⠀ ❪ A queen… ❫ ⠀

⠀ ❪ Umbra’s bottom lip trembled, slowly sinking to the ground as the dress surrounded her like a dark puddle. The queen held her hands tightly, as if that could keep her together. She’s given up on expressing herself ever since she realized she was a second thought during her own childhood and +

⠀ ❪ Looking over with a soft expression before speaking, a bird even landing on her finger. ❫ 〝 That is difficult for birds to digest, it can also expand in the stomach. 〞 ⠀

⠀ ❪ Umbra’s eyes dropped a little quicker than she intended them to, fingers lifting to adjust the brooch that held the cloak around her shoulders. Nervousness flashed in her eyes, as did bottled pain that never showed when around her people, she’d hate to worry them. A pause before speaking. ❫ +

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⠀ ❪ Nearby, carefully tossing sunflower seeds onto the ground. That seems to attract a few. ❫ ⠀

⠀ ❪ The queen’s eyes were closed, something she tends to do when deeply invested into a song. It was when she heard the clapping upon finishing that she opened them, quickly looking over. She smiled calmly upon realizing it was Alpha, clasping her hands in front of her and bowing slightly. ❫ +

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⠀ ❪ Singing opera alone in a forest, her strong voice carrying across the canopies of trees. Though, the song held sadness at its core. ❫ ⠀

⠀ ❪ It did eventually hit her that he was the one who actually orchestrated this, it felt too coincidental that the clouds would even form so suddenly without rain… Umbra’s eyes flickered briefly with curiosity, she couldn’t help herself! It was very fascinating to witness. The sun was +

⠀ ❪ The relief on her face was quite palpable when she saw the clouds slowly covering up the sun, but…she knows it’ll take a long time for her skin to heal from the intense sunburn she’s already received. At his question, she looked over and nodded calmly. And even with her high status, she +

⠀ 〝 I’ll be happy to listen to you talk about yourself though. 〞 ⠀

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⠀ ❪ Taking Penumbra into her arms as she immediately settled herself in them, basking in the chin scratches she gave her. The Queen chuckled softly. ❫ 〝 I know where she is most of the time, she loves to travel. 〞 ⠀

⠀ ❪ Umbra watched with interest while nearby Shadowlings grew slightly nervous, some even watching with shock and fascination. They’ve never seen draconian creatures other than the Legendary Shadow Dragon that comes by every blue moon, never! This is quite new to them. ❫ ⠀

⠀ ❪ His curious gaze made her nervous, but with his reassurance, her slender fingers finally wrapped around the parasol and took it. Though, guilt still lingered in her eyes, she doesn’t like taking things from anyone, even if they were fine with it. She’s lived under very little sunlight for +

⠀ ❪ The nervousness that immediately followed from his response was evident. Elizabeth fidgeted with the measuring tape around her neck. ❫ 🪡: “I could never do such a huge job…💧” 〝 Yes you can, Liza…think a little more highly about yourself, your work is commendable. 〞 ⠀

⠀ ❪ The bridge was around 25 feet across and 15 feet wide. And as the queen walked, a dark trail followed from behind, almost like some sort of fog. The woman was quite interesting, if not also mysterious, but didn’t seem hostile at all. As for the feline? It…keeps on staring at him, reading. ❫ ⠀

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⠀ ❪ Blinking a few times, caught by surprise. Almost aggressively shaking her head. ❫ 〝 I don’t like talking about myself too much… 〞 ⠀

⠀ ❪ An…almost understanding nod. ❫ 〝 I’m more to myself, you don’t hear my name going around as often as hers. 〞 ⠀

⠀ 〝 Ah, Princess Peach Toadstool? 〞 ⠀

⠀ ❪ Elizabeth immediately grows bashful, nodding graciously. The seamstress obviously didn’t have a mouth, but her eyes were smiling! ❫ 🪡: “Thank you…I presume her highness told you about the dress?” ⠀

⠀ 〝 Well…my sister is named Peach. 〞 ⠀

⠀ ❪ Ear pats!! Yay! Penumbra meowed softly, leaning into them. ❫ ⠀

⠀ ❪ Cradling her cat gently. ❫ 〝 Interesting? How so? 〞 ⠀

⠀ ❪ Blinking a few times, caught by surprise by his kindness. Finally looking over at him and hesitantly lifting hand to the parasol, wrapping her fingers around it but…also not quite. Her pupils held something quite strange if someone were to stare deeply into them, a swirling, dark void. +

⠀ ❪ Rubbing her eyes… ❫ ⠀

⠀ ❪ A soft sigh, staring at her gloves. ❫ 〝 I do…I just simply forgot. I often bring my own parasol and special sunscreen. I almost never forget either but…I was swamped with work earlier. 〞 ⠀

⠀ ❪ A calm smile before turning forward and walking across the bridge. It was around 25 feet in length. ❫ 〝 Not quite magic, but…I hope you are kind. I do not take any mistreatment of my people well. 〞 ⠀

⠀ ❪ She looked very embarrassed, even covering her bright red cheeks with her gloved hands, averting her gaze. Plum gets sunburned very easily and she forgot to bring along her very OWN parasol when arriving here. Though, she intentionally didn’t give Alpha prolonged eye contact for some +

⠀ ❪ Outstretching a hand towards it, opening the barrier wide enough for both to enter. ❫ 〝 There are small villages in the forest after we cross the bridge. The Riftlings may let you use one of their restrooms if you are in a hurry. 〞 ⠀

" ᴅᴏɴ'ᴛ ʟᴇᴀᴠᴇ ᴍᴇ. " ᴅᴏᴠᴇ ꜰᴀʀʀᴀᴡᴀʏ

⚡KRACKO and she dual wields sabers

⚡KRACKO just so y’all know she wears these under her dress and they have blades in the back

⠀ ❪ Umbra has…complicated feelings about her mother, VERY COMPLICATED feelings. It hurts just thinking about the past sometimes, so she’s always kept it buried. ❫ ⠀

⠀ 〝 Plum Umbra, but you may refer me as Umbra. 〞 ❪ Accepting the handshake, graceful and firm with a calm smile as the feline watched. ❫ ⠀

⠀ ❪ Deep, purring meows…back lifting slightly from the pats. Umbra chuckled softly. ❫ 〝 She does that to me too, often sticking her paw in my mouth for attention. Especially when I’m asleep. 〞 ⠀

⠀ ❪ Pulling away, looking at the other for a long, rather unnerving few seconds…💧 Then she head-butted his paw! ❫ ⠀

⠀ ❪ She’s paying no mind to the holiday, she never has. ❫ ⠀

⠀ ❪ Sniffing it… ❫ ⠀

⠀ ❪ Penumbra began to bound over to Umbra, leaping onto her shoulder as the woman spoke. ❫ 〝 She’s a dear, very scared when I came across her for the first time. Now she knows I’ll forever love her. 〞 ⠀

⠀ 〝 She loves to explore, and she doesn’t just explore within the kingdom either. 〞 ❪ Penumbra is looking up at Hop now! Pawing at his face. ❫ ⠀

⠀ 〝 They can be quite aggressive, especially when around their young…but you’re not blatantly cruel to them, that’s all that matters to me. 〞 ⠀

"I've learned that lonely roads can lead to hearts of gold. I'll protect everyone!" Kyra Ikari Nightingale Odius. The Duelist of Soul. The signer of the wings. Third wielder of the Burning Soul technique.

⠀ ❪ Right beside him. Penumbra is slowly blinking at the Queen,,, ❫ 〝 Those who treat innocent animals with kindness and respect often reflect how they are towards people. 〞 ⠀

⠀ ❪ A small chuckle, stepping into view a little more so she could be seen. And it was her! Penumbra bounded over to her, leaping onto her shoulder. ❫ 〝 It is, dear. 〞 ⠀