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07-27-2022, 06:23 PM
Eden was out and about.
She located the herb she required easily, the brightly green wide leaves a welcome sight. She settled in, her belly stretching already, to dig up the motherwort. Anyone that had dealings with pregnant women would know her scent had changed to match them. She wondered what other packs were expecting - and if she'd ever know. Having kept herself secluded for a few weeks, even a month or two, had done little for knowledge.
The Plunder was behind her by a few steps. Time's Cavern and the beach are in sight still; just in case. She hadn't been outside in a long time. Since even before the Pirates raided Habari, she found she had some time alone - at last. It had been all work and pack-related stuff. When the pups came, what could she teach them? How to be a doormat? A worker bee? It was good to have a work ethic, but she needed space. At least she could prepare for these pups.
Motherwort would be useful, but she needed more herbs. Perhaps the Plunder could spare someone to escort her to a suitable location to gather later.
"Speech"
1/3 - gather herb (motherwort)
1/3 - gather herb (motherwort)
AS HER OWNER...
ignis praetor is allowed in any thread, even ones marked private
baelfire, diablo, rivin and aresenn are also allowed due to being her children
07-29-2022, 10:00 PM
(This post was last modified: 07-30-2022, 08:43 PM by Gavroche. Edited 1 time in total.)
Gavroche had decided it was time to do some herb hunting. So, with his bag awkwardly slung over his head Gavroche set off away from the Orchard, there where his final destination would be he didn’t know. Soon, he and Bellamy were going to make their trip to the Armada. He wasn’t sure if they would be accepted, but Bells wasn’t worried about things. If one pack wouldn’t take them in she was sure another would. It seemed she was getting back to her feisty old self, much to Gavroche’s relief. He was after the herbs Bae-Syl had mentioned now; Bellamy would need them, if only for her peace of mind. The male refused to let anything get in the way of his mate’s success. They were stubborn about each other, though less so when it came to their own happiness. It was funny, really, how they were so ready to fight for each other. But he supposed that was normal when it came to someone you loved. The tiny winged male made his way into one of the most plant-rich lands he knew in boreas - Fern Gulley. He knew the gulley was useful for healers of all sorts, with many different herbs growing freely. But the lavender was what the male would be after, his green gaze sweeping the land. James was looking as well, though Jessie was hanging from her usual perch behind his ear and sleeping. She had grown used to being in sunlight while she slept, though she didn’t bother opening her eyes when Gav was out and about during the day. When Gavroche saw the purple flowering plants he set towards them only to quickly pause. It seemed there was a female near them, digging up another plant. Gavroche keep his distance, wanting to be respectful, his voice soft as he called to the femme so as to not startle her. “Hello there,” He called. ”I hope I’m not being a bother, miss. Do you mind if I come closer? Those purple flowers near you, the lavender, I need to collect those.” He hoped that she wouldn’t mind the company as she worked to harvest her own plant, motherwort, he noticed. It wasn’t a surprising plant given her current state. He recognized the shifted scent immediately from when Bells had fallen pregnant. He had heard some females got moodier when they were pregnant as well, goodness knew Bells was, but hopefully, that wouldn’t be the case here. While he was sure more lavender grew here he didn’t want to spend all afternoon looking for it when some were right there. —------------------------------------------- Gathering an Herb - 1 / 3 (Lavender) Meeting Someone New - 0 / 3 (Eden) |
As his mate and alpha, Bellamy is allowed in any of Gavroche's threads regardless of how they are marked.
07-30-2022, 12:19 PM
She gives a gentle start at the voice. A small man with... wings? He approached her but held off invading her space. She appreciated that. Quietly getting over his winged appearance, she remarks inside her mind he doesn't seem to mean her harm. He is just after the lavender. So he could be a healer... "Oh, uh, yes. Go ahead, sir" Eden gives permission, moving her body lightly to the side to allow him room "I'll just collect this." She dipped her skull into the motherwort's location and began to dig.
Her small paws were good for that. She quickly made a pile of dirt, avoiding the lavender as she went. That was for the man to gather. Though if there was indeed any leftover, she would collect some as well. For calming herself down, or others in the Plunder. They seemed to enjoy their own chaos though. But, lavender was still good for sleep. The motherwort, however, would naturally ease her process of childbirth. It would be her first litter... Perhaps her only one.
"Speech"
2/3 - gather herb (motherwort)
0/3 - met new wolf
2/3 - gather herb (motherwort)
0/3 - met new wolf
AS HER OWNER...
ignis praetor is allowed in any thread, even ones marked private
baelfire, diablo, rivin and aresenn are also allowed due to being her children
07-30-2022, 09:03 PM
Gavroche breathed with relief as he was granted permission to harvest the lavender. It is a worry off his mind, and with that, he relaxed a bit more. The woman didn’t seem to hold any signs of aggression at all, instead being on the polite side. Even as she went to work to dig up the motherwort she seemed mindful not to accidentally damage the lavender, something Gav was grateful for as he padded closer and began to inspect the plant. The purple petals of the flower were vivid, shining with health, and didn’t appear to have suffered at all despite the cooler temperatures of early spring. Then again it was always warmer here in the south. “Thank you.” He made sure to thank her kindness, his green gaze shifting over to her for a brief moment. Then he looks back to the lavender itself. He knew Bae-Syl said it could be used to help calm Bells when she wasn’t having her trauma symptoms. He knew the scent was calming, and when consumed it could aid in restlessness and depression. Either way, it seemed like a handy herb to have readily available for his mate. James peered over Gavroche’s head at the plant, curious, as the tiny wolf set to work carefully scooping out the soil around the plant. As he worked, however, he couldn’t help but feel curious about the femme he was beside. He began to speak, his tone friendly. “I certainly didn’t expect to find someone else knowledgeable about herbs here when I set off today,” He began with a soft chuckle. “Though this area is quite wonderful for herbs both helpful and harmful. I’m sure you already know about the motherwort you’re digging up. It’s a wonderful choice when you’re expecting. My mate relied pretty heavily on the stuff to ease her pregnancy.” He spoke about the herb with calm confidence, his gaze sliding back to her. “Sorry, it’s probably a bit rude to just start up a conversation without introducing myself first, isn’t it? My name is Gavroche Kedieo; It’s a pleasure to meet you.” —------------------------------------------- Gathering an Herb - 2 / 3 (Lavender) Meeting Someone New - 1 / 3 (Eden) |
As his mate and alpha, Bellamy is allowed in any of Gavroche's threads regardless of how they are marked.
07-30-2022, 10:50 PM
He thanks her and moves closer. Eden shifts away from him to give the man space. An ear is listening to him as he speaks of the herbs and his mate. She smiles politely but kindly. "Y-Yes" she admits openly perhaps for the first time. It certainly helps that he can tell she was pregnant; others are often too 'polite' to acknowledge such a thing "this shall be my first litter" Eden lowers her head to place the motherwort to the side, gripping it gently in her jaws as she picks it up "I am a healer, so I should be prepared. More than others." She recalled that she didn't need to be a master healer, just a knowledgeable one.
"And no, else I would be guilty of such a thing myself" the woman chuckles "I am Eden, of the Pirate's Plunder" her green eyes flickered to the south, giving a nod to the border "though I hold no ranking of one" she admits with a silly little shrug "not yet anyway" she displays a gentle ambition "I just joined the Plunder in winter with my... ah, partner" What exactly was Ignis? She kept the ruse up, afraid someone would get hurt challenging his hold "is your mate why you are gathering the lavender for?" Eden added, curious about the man's partnership and his devotion. If only... she had such a thing for herself.
"Speech"
3/3 - gather herb (motherwort)
0/3 - met new wolf
3/3 - gather herb (motherwort)
0/3 - met new wolf
AS HER OWNER...
ignis praetor is allowed in any thread, even ones marked private
baelfire, diablo, rivin and aresenn are also allowed due to being her children
07-31-2022, 02:40 AM
(This post was last modified: 07-31-2022, 02:40 AM by Gavroche. Edited 1 time in total.)
His paws worked carefully, trying not to sever too much of the root should he try to transplant the plant elsewhere. It had the winged male wondering though, just how long would an herb stay good to allow you to transfer it? It wasn’t something he’d experimented with prior but, perhaps, he’d need to give it a go sometime. There could certainly be a use for such a thing. Digging up just one of the stalks of the lavender completely he let it fall, grabbed by James’ adept hands before it hit the earth. Taking the plant in hand the pygmy marmoset moved over to the side where Gavroche’s bag hung to place it there. “Congratulations,” Gav told her as she stated it would be her first litter. “I’m sure you’ll do just fine. Try to mind your stress levels and take motherwort when you can.” He gave a small nod with a smile. While he had only ever gone through pregnancy with his mate, he had heard tales of females who went through their entire pregnancy and birth without the aid of a healer. This she-wolf was already in a better position than most. She introduced herself as Eden, of the Pirate’s Plunder. It was an unfamiliar name, but then again most pack names were. It seemed a touch strange that she would bear no rank yet at her age, especially as a healer. His brow furrowed at that, according to Eden she was new in the pack. Her and her… partner? He wasn’t going to pry about that, however. Her breath of hesitation told him there was more to it, but the winged wolf was too respectful to pry into a matter like that. Instead, however, she directed a question at him, and Gavroche’s ears lowered some as his gaze fell. “Yes, it is.” His body language and tone betrayed him before he even spoke the next words. “I… haven’t actually talked to most about it, truth be told. Though other healers might have advice.” He breathed out a small sigh. “My mate is… to put it simply… it’s her mind that’s hurt, not her body. She can become aggressive at times, and then, once something snaps her into realizing someone isn’t a threat, sometimes the opposite of one, she goes into a state of shock and anxiety… followed by deep sadness and guilt when all is said and done.” He lifted his gaze back to Eden. “I was told recently that the lavender should help keep her calm when she’s not having an episode. I know the scent of the plant alone can be calming and after her recent episode… I think we’re both willing to try anything. He lowered his haunch to the ground. “She was a former slave… it really did a number on her mind…” He explained. “Not the happiest answer, but the honest one.” Gavroche shifted a little. He always felt badly explaining things about Bells when she wasn’t there. He was always worried about how others would react. As much as he told her she wasn’t a monster, knew she wasn’t, the judgment of others was often looming. But would Eden fear Bells as a loose cannon, or would her empathy as a healer outweigh that? —------------------------------------------- Gathering an Herb - 3 / 3 (Lavender) Meeting Someone New - 2 / 3 (Eden) |
As his mate and alpha, Bellamy is allowed in any of Gavroche's threads regardless of how they are marked.
07-31-2022, 12:12 PM
"Thank you."
She was still getting used to the idea of being a mother... Eden didn't believe she'd have her stress levels under control any time soon. Living with Ignis was both annoying and maddening enough, she had to contend with the wild Plunder at times. They seemed to raid everywhere! Gavroche continued though and told a sad tale about his mate who had been a slave. It hit - hard.
"That sounds difficult - for both of you" Eden began "I am sorry she is dealing with it" alas, she was not so good with the mind over the body "I do not know what to suggest other than lavender. I have heard that certain plants, like cannabis, give a false sense of giddiness... But I doubt you want her hopped up on that."
She shook her head. "I don't know when she was a slave, but it takes time to heal any wound. Some of them simply never go away but are managed and controlled. It's all about finding the right dosage and herbs for her. I do advise the lavender... But it could be difficult getting it into her when she's having an episode."
"Speech"
3/3 - gather herb (motherwort)
1/3 - met new wolf
3/3 - gather herb (motherwort)
1/3 - met new wolf
AS HER OWNER...
ignis praetor is allowed in any thread, even ones marked private
baelfire, diablo, rivin and aresenn are also allowed due to being her children