Winter Homecoming ((STORY ARC 2))

[Gannondorf]

Hyrule is blanketed with snow and winter has obviously taken hold. The board takes place two years after the fist story and starts during the afternoon of Christmas eve at Isabel's house and all are welcome!

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Isabel stood over the stove stirring a pot of potatoes furiously. She had been up since five that morning and hasn't stopped cooking or cleaning since and the fruits of her labor were beginning to show. "Krieger make sure the table is set." She said wiping her hands on the stained white apron she wore when ever she cooked.

"Gotcha." He said placing napkins and plates on the table. It was tradition in their family to eat their feast in Christmas eve and not the following day.

"Booker Elizabeth!" She yelled at the twins as they ran through the kitchen at full speed. They were quickly approaching the age of three and have already learned how to run around the house and cause trouble. "Out of the Kitchen!"

Zelda ushered the children out of the room and turned to her mother "The guests should be here soon. I'll let them in when they arrive."

[Lufia]

It was winter.one of the best seasons to some. Those whom like the cold weather like Attlas, tough some didn't really like this cold weather, Amaterasu was no exception. She didn't hate the cold, she preferred a cool environment. But what had hit among her travels, was different,she rather hated snow. And hated going through snow, yet remained in the snow. Before seeing a home, being cold, and rather alone, she knocked on the door gently in hopes that someone would let the Oracle in.

Meanwhile. Rosa, in the other bedroom awoke with a more gleam of light. With her curse now lifted she yawned as if she had been asleep for a few hours,when it was a matter of two years after she had mastered the Arcane. She looked around and was rather confused, mumbling; "Where on Earth am I?" before moving about a bit.

[Gannondorf]

Zelda opened the door and smiled at Amaterasu "Hey! Do you remember who I am?" She asked smiling.

Lydia sat next to the sleeping woman silently. She had been there for hours waiting silently. "You're at Isabel's house. It's Christmas eve so why don't you head downstairs to say hi to everyone."

"ELIZABETH HOW MANY TIMES DO I HAVE TO TELL YOU TO STAY OUT OF THE KITCHEN!" Isabel yelled at the nine year old.

"Sorry mom!" Elizabeth said running out of the kitchen.

"Come on in!" Isabel said loudly so the guest could hear.

[keaka]

Dorien took a deep breath before knocking on the door of his girlfriend's parents house. He was nervous to say the least. He had practiced what he was going to say over and over, yet now that he was here, every bit of it had slipped from his mind. He had to make a good impression! Okay. You can do this. he said to himself while taking a deep breath. It's not as if you haven't met them before. Just act normal and don't be an idiot.

[Gannondorf]

Zelda opened the door and squealed in happiness at the sight of her boy friend. "Dorien!" She yelled hugging him tightly "I was afraid you weren't going to show up! Please come in come in!" she said motioning for him to step in.

"Is that the boy you love?" Krieger asked from his seat. "Nice to see you again Dorien!" He said standing up and walking over to the guest. "Why don't you and Zelda sit down and relax! I'm sure you two will have fun. You can share her room for the night if she agrees to it."

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Snow starting to fall to the ground, Ysabel patiently made her way through it. Sure, furry boots didn't exactly go with this dress, but she was not wearing dainty slippers in this weather. Her dress was what made her stick out like a sore thumb, though it was quite a beautiful one. The dress, fitted on the top and strapless, was what her mother called 'dove's blood red'. It had pearl beading across the bodice, just enough to emphasize her bust. It was fitted down to just above her touche, where it blew out and was as poofy as a chicken with ruffled feathers. It was truly a princess dress, but this was winter homecoming; there was no time just to sit around and wear some armor. Her hair was in an updo, a few loose tendrils hanging down. The only thing that looked out of place on her was the boots she was wearing. Her shoulders and hair were hidden by a thick black cloak, so the only thing visible was the bottom of her dress and her chin. She approached the door and knocked gently, not sure who she would see first. She knew this was Isabel's house, and she was a woman she was very fond of.

[Gannondorf]

Lydia heard the knocking and practically slid down the stairs. It was one of the rare times she had her mask off and it revealed her beautiful face. "Ah Ysabel." She said bowing when she opened the door. "Please come in. Isabel is in the kitchen cooking and I'm sure she'll want to see you. Would you like me to take your coat?" She offered with a smile.

"Come in dear!" Isabel said standing at the stove with a smile until Booker came by and stole a spoon off the counter "Booker no! Give that back!" she ordered as she took the spoon from the small child "Go play with your father!"

[Lufia]

Rosa looked at the Shiekah rather blankly, before speaking in her now usual elegant tone, "Thank you." she replied before walking out and being rather confused, her gear and clothing were not hers. She had sighed before snapping and a blue aura had surrounded her where her own clothes are. She had smiled slightly before nodding, "best not to leave my host and Hostess waiting" she told herself before walking down the stairs into a hectic house. As the front door opened, Rosa's staff, Sanguine Rose, swept itself in and soon had reached her back and stopped there. She nodded and soon quietly sat at the table.

In the meantime, Amaterasu nodded and smiled seeing the staff whizz by her and land with the new mage that was in the home. Amaterasu looked up at the mage, whom seemed confident, Ah. I see Rosa has returned. she thought smiling before looking at Zelda, "Why yes I do remember Zelda"

After the Blue Mage, Nadya came down, looking rather tired again. Noting her mother was helping Isabel now before she yawned, "Morning people..."

[Gannondorf]

Zelda smiled and nodded "I've been great! Me and Dorien and doing lovely and still live with each other" she clasped her hands together and bowed at Rosa "Ah a blue mage! What an honor to meet you!" she hugged Rosa and quickly let go.

Lydia crossed her arms and stared at the door. Where is he? she had been waiting for Attlas for over two hours now. That was bad enough but the worst part was he had Ulfric and Ralof and the new born twins. He had to be coming. It wasn't like him to stand her up.

[Lufia]

Attlas sighed as he knocked on the door, he hated being late, and was not happy. Especially since he rather hated christmas. Then again, the situation for beastkin during Christmas is utterly horrid. Though he climbed out a bit, his people still suffered. Yet, that was soon brushed aside with his thought now on Mea, San, Ulfric, and Rolaf. The future seemed bright for them, but he didn't know. He waited for the hosts to answer.

Rosa looked over, "huh-?" she asked before being hugged, "Nice to meet you too...?" she asked in utter confusion of the brunette woman just hugging her randomly. Yet she smiled anyway and nodded before walking to the kitchen, "Do you need any help...?" Rosa asked with a slight smile as she stood next to Isabel.

((Krieger?))

[Gannondorf]

Lydia slowly opened the door with out her distinct mask on. "Hello sweetie!" She said smiling. She had forgotten her anger and at this point just wanted to see her kids. "I'm so happy you could all make it! Come and say hi to your cousins and go play! Stay out of the kitchen!"

"Ah my favorite Kitsune!" Krieger said smiling "Beer?" he asked holding out a fresh bottle.

Isabel shook her head at first. She couldn't have her cook. No she had to do it herself however there were some tasks she could do. "Wash the dishes please! I need the sink empty!"

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Ysabel politely handed over her cloak and started toward the kitchen, distracted by one of the children she presumed to be Isabel's. She also noticed the man who must have been Isabel's husband, and after a moment of taking in her surroundings, she made her way into the kitchen where Izzy was telling a woman to help with dishes. Not in the attire to do dishes, she noticed the little one called Booker. Man, was he cute. She didn't know the one who was helping Isabel with dishes, but she didn't want to get in the way. "Hello, ladies. Anything I could do to be of assistance?"

[Lufia]

Famia nodded, "On it" she said before taking the job right from Rosa, "Go sit down and all. Just relax honey." she said to Rosa's dismay, she hadn't been able to help at all and now was told she couldn't. She walked back to the couch and sat down. Looking rather upset by her being turned down. Though at the door Attlas laughed a little,

"No thank you Krieger" he said as the male twins ran off to play, he looked at Lydia, his left hand feeling a slight burning and smiled, "Sorry I'm late. Got caught up in the snow"

[Gannondorf]

Isabel smiled and hugged her friend tightly "Ysabel I'm so happy to see you!" she said kissing her cheek. "Why don't you make some of that delicious tea of yours? The stove over there is open for use!" She explained with a small smile. "If you get done that can you help watch the kids? Oh just in case you don't have any leaves I have some in the cabinet above the sink. Feel free to use any of them."

Krieger nodded and smiled "Well it's here if you want it."

Lydia smiled and clasped his hands. "It's fine. Notice anything different about me?" She asked

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Ysabel returned the hug graciously and was very pleased with the task she was assigned. Make tea? Pssh, piece of cake! "I'll get right to it." That being said, she made her way right over to the stove and searched the cupboard for some leaves. She had brought a few, but it was not nearly enough to make a delectable brew. Once she found some that suited her current mood and taste, she placed them in a baggie and began to steep the water. It was going to be a great day, and she could already tell.