[F1-PP] Deep Breaths <Itzal and Kasier> <<Making Vows>>

[Itzal 0]

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General
Level: 70
HP: 1,430
Energy: 140

DMG: 16 (base 1 damage + 9 dmg (Velnia) +5 sword skill +1 Athletics)

SP Available:  0

Total SP:  366

 

Usual Setup

Yakimba (+2 Bleed +2 Paralysis Tier 2)

Niger Natio  (+3 evasive Tier 2)
Beauty Incarnated  (+3 Accuracy Tier 1)

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Looting Setup

Twilight Cloak  (+3 LD Tier 1)
Faithkeeper  (+3 Accuracy Tier 2)
Skyreach  (+3 Col Multiplier Tier 1)

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Boss Raid Setup

Hardened Resolve (+56 MIT Tier 3)
Yakimba (+2 Bleed +2 Paralysis Tier 2)
Beauty Incarnated (+3 Accuracy Tier 1)

 

Skills: 

Grandmaster one handed straight sword (+5 DMG) <50 sp>

Grandaster light armor (+25 MIT) <50 sp>

Grandmaster Search and Detect  (+5 LD) <50 sp>

Gatherer (turns each material found into the ammount of 4) <10 sp>

Picking (+3 LD when opening chests) <15 sp>

Velnia (Rank 3 Fighter: +9 dmg) <18 sp>

Grandmaster Charge (+5 dmg first attack) <50 sp>

Grandmaster Battle Healing (+5% total health per combat post) <50 sp>

 

Mods:

Reveal (+2LD when searching for dungeons or players.  Dungeons rolled for every 15 posts rather than 20) <9 sp>

Detect (+1 to dungeon searching, +3 to player, npc, mob searching, all player stealth bonuses are negated) <9>
Night Vision (Ignores any penalties from low light or darkness, as well as negating others stealth bonuses from it) <5>

Dismantling (+2 LD for picking chests)  <8 sp>
Tracking: Allows the player to track another player or monster down by entering their name if the name is known to the player. This negates the targets hiding bonuses and when hunting monsters, guarantees a hit regardless of BD roll, though still requires to roll for a critical. Tracking takes a post action. <12>
Athletics: +1 dmg +10 * tier HP

 

Extra/locked Skills: 

 

Meditation 0 ranks

Survival <3 sp>

Disguise (when activated, turns Itzal into his opponent, giving him +1 BD and his opponent -1 BD during Itzal's and the opponent's turn.  can only be used every 12 turns

Expert Martial Arts (+3 unarmed damage) <23 sp>

 

Mithril:  3 T1  <>  T2  =  7  <>  T3  =  2

 

Profession:  Rank 3 Performer  <>  473 Exp

 

Itzal stood there at the edge of the cathedral.  He didn't move, he didn't blink, and he hardly breathed.  He had not realized how many emotions could be swelling and storming inside of him either.  Nervousness, terror, joy, excitement, doubt, anxious, confusion, determination, satisfaction, energetic, embarrassed, Hopeful, overwhelmed, insecure, confident, worried, motivated, and a few others were what he was feeling all at once.  It was like a massive maelstrom of emotions going on inside of him.  And he hadn't even spoken to the npc yet.  Apparently the quest they were about to take had been changed, and in fact made longer by adding another quest to it.  Supposedly there were more details in the quest and requirements, but there were also more rewards as well.  At any rate, Itzal was certain that this had to be not only the most difficult quest he had ever taken.  But also the most worthwhile one, and the most life changing.  After all, what could possibly be bigger than getting married?  Well technically this was the preparation quest called Making Vows.  The quest where they'd actually get married was entitled Saying Vows.  Regardless Itzal was glued to the ground in front of the Cathedral, his emotions preventing him from so much as blinking.  Of course eventually he whipped up the courage, especially since Kasier was there with him.  He gulped, took a deep breath, then with a nod to his girlfriend walked up to the cathedral doors and opened them up.

Over at the far end of the Cathedral, in front of the cross, was the priest.  The priest by default was designed to appear youthful, pleasant, encouraging, and inviting.  Meant and designed to comfort players and with much lines of dialogue so that conversations were not dull with him.  He was currently reading through the bible and Itzal looked at Kasier before walking up the hallway towards the priest.  Each step seemed just as daunting, if not more, than the last.  Never, in all his life, did he ever think that someone would like him, let alone fall in love with him....  Let alone love him enough to actually be willing to marry him.  This thought was what looped the endless stream of a hundred emotions, and kept them from slipping away.  Soon they reached the priest who noticed them and closed his book to give them his attention.  He smiled warmly to the players.  "Greetings players.  How may I be of assistance?"  Itzal wasn't paying attention to Velnia, who flew over to the priest, who in turn looked at her and smiled to her as well.  "Well.  We'd like to get married if at all possible."  The priest smiled brightly, and Itzal could feel most of his fears and doubts melt away at the sight of it.  "You wish to get married?  That is wonderful to hear!  My name is James Aria, and I would be glad to help you prepare the wedding.  First I will need to know how large the wedding is going to be, and who will be attending it."

• Private Wedding (no guests) 0 col
• Small Wedding (Few invited guests, 1-5 additional players PP) 1,000 col
• Medium Wedding (Invited guests, 1-10 additional players PP) 2,000 col
• Large Wedding (Invite only/any number guests, PP/OP, player's decision) 3,000 col
• (optional) PK Access:  1,500 col

@Kasier

 

[Kasier 0]

Kasier smiled, her amber red eyes reflecting the rays of the brilliant sun rays that poured upon the players of Aincrad. Although she normally hated to be in the center of spotlight, she could feel the invisible pairs of eyes staring at her from all sides the three-dimensional axis known to man. And she wasn't ashamed, instead, she rejoiced in the emotions that she felt deep within her armored, stubborn heart. Only one player has truly stripped the armor away from that red beating essence of life, and she is glad that he is the only one who has truly caught a glimpse of Kasier's past self. Kasier was excited, but also fearful at the same time. Once this goes through, Kasier's life will not just be hers, but it will be Itzal's as well, and the same way around. Death is no longer a question, because she was not the only one affected. With this, a contact is signed - and it's a contract that Kasier will treasure for the rest of her life. Kasier had not expected to get married so soon in her life either, because at this point in life, she definitely expected herself to be studying hard, not having the time to even involve herself with any romantic relationships. But life takes a turn more often than one can plan for, and sometimes in the right direction as well, for this is surely the ideal situation. Kasier had worn her light blue dress which she hadn't pulled out for a long time just for this occasion. It was the first dress that Kasier had formally worn in front of Itzal, and she hoped that Itzal would recognize the fact. Kasier chuckled... What a long road it had been for them to get here... and it would be a road forever remembered. 

Soon, Kasier found herself taking a quick look at Itzal in front of the cathedral doors. Her face was heated, and red with both disbelief and love for the man that stood to her left hand side. It was finally time for her to marry the person that she was destined to join hands with. Kasier walked in at the same time as Itzal, pushing the doors and walking in one step at a time as if in unison. When asked how many people was to show up at the marriage, Kasier honestly had no preference. She wanted to keep it simple, as she was not the fancy type, but she didn't exactly want to make it completely private, because Itzal probably had life-long friends who would want to see one of their friend's most important moments. "It's up to you, Felix." Kasier decided, whispering without making eye contact.

@Itzal

[Itzal 0]

Itzal listened to her, but he also watched her and how calm and, excited she was.  Something else he noted though, was that she didn't make eye contact.  He wondered why...  Still she wanted him to make this decision so he figured that he would.  He nodded to her and selected the medium wedding, thinking of the players he'd be inviting.  He was pretty sure there was at least six, or at least six that he either wanted at the wedding, or people who were actually responding.  He also saw a player killers allowed option, and he knew that if one of his guests were to attend he'd need to press it.  So he did.  Costing him another one thousand five hundred col.  The priest smiled and another file popped up.  "Wonderful!  Whom would you like to invite to your wedding?"  Itzal then wrote down the names.  Morgenstern.  Hikoru, though he'd need to send him a message stating that he would like him to be social and not slip into the shadows.  Hestia.  Mina.  Sey.  Aereth.  He tried to get a hold of the first gang he was a part of but could only contact Kooh for some reason.  He felt Adhere would be the most likely to answer but no.  At any rate with the list of players finished the priest nodded yet again.  "Now that we have the size of the wedding and who is attending, there is another option that you may select if you wish.  We can supply food for the wedding with similar buffs you will find in a player's shop.  The size of the serving determines the potency of the buff.  Would you like to purchase one of these three options?"  Itzal was surprised to see something like this, but at the same time adjusted quickly.  He turned to Jenna.  "I personally don't think this is really necessary, but if you think we should get this not just for ourselves, but for the guests then I can purchase them.  I will say that I was hoping to save up for our house though."

• Snack Table* (+1 food buff, Uncommon) 1,000 col
• Feast Table* (+2 food buffs, Uncommon) 1,500 col
• Banquet Table* (+3 food buffs, Uncommon) 2,250 col

-3,500 col thus far

@Kasier

 

[Kasier 0]

Kasier took a huge breath, breathing in a large amount of the fake, tense air, before releasing with a huge sound. She was nervous and excited at the same time. After this ends, it would mark the end of a chapter in her life, and the beginning of a new chapter that might take her to places yet unknown to her. Her story, was just developing, and the development had reached quite a crucial spot. What makes a good story? A tad bit of romance. But in this case, there were sure to be an extraordinary amount between the two, as she hoped to keep the marriage as fresh as possible even after the two were used to the fact that they were married. Kasier shook her head slightly, telling herself to stop thinking so far into the future. The two had yet to marry, and she was already starting to think about what to do after the marriage. Life only happens once, and Kasier would spend that precious, unrenewable resource with the one that she loves most, which makes her the happiest woman on earth, even with the circumstances that they were placed in. Actually, without this game, the two would never have met (or so she thought... creative writing juices still spinning right now about them meeting before the game accidentally).

"Uhm, I think we should at least get something for our guests to enjoy. They are coming to participate in our wedding, and they don't really have to. It would be good to give them back something, I think we should at least get a snack table. Besides, it's not like we're in too much of a rush for a house. I'm fine with sticking in your shop for a while." Kasier thought, looking at him, As long as it's with you. She left out, feeling a pink tint growing on her face as she looked down to hide her face from her partner. 

@Itzal

Edited February 13, 2018 by Kasier

[Itzal 0]

Itzal listened to Jenna as she told him they should probably get at least something for players to enjoy and Itzal nodded in agreement.  Like her he was excited and nervous at the same time, but he was far less nervous than he was a little while ago.  Being near Jenna always made him feel calmer, and more confident.  And when he thought about that, his determination to finish this quest was stronger.  While it may seem rather idiotic of him to think this way, for the longest time he just couldn't wrap his head around the idea that he'd ever reach this point.  That he would ever have a girlfriend, let alone get married.  And yet, standing here beside her he had reached the point where he didn't care if it made sense or not.  He was happy to be able to have this, and was ready to make this step.  The priest watched them both carefully, his system designed to aid players in any way possible, even if it was simple encouragement, he smiled seeing the clear growth between the two.  Jenna told him that they weren't in too much of a rush to get a house, even though Itzal would like for them to have one after the wedding.  When she mentioned staying in his shop, followed by a little bit of blush that she tried to hide (Itzal's become pretty good at knowing what she feels) he smiled and nodded with understanding.  He took her hand and held it, blushing just a little bit as he looked back at her before selecting the snack table.

"Alright then.  Velnia, you cannot eat the table.  When the time comes I'll have my own little set up for you so you don't eat the guests enhanced food got it?"  Velnia just licked her lips as Itzal knew what she liked and thus she expected a giant cooked bird or some such.  The system asked what type of enhancements he would select, and as he expected only one slot was available.  He went ahead and selected an LD boost since not only could it stack with his own gear, making searching for materials and reaping better loot better, but it was something most people didn't have, so it would be most beneficial to everyone else.  When he selected it the priest smiled.  "Now then there's the option of rings.  You can purchase pre set rings for fifteen hundred col each, or you can purchase custom rings-"  Itzal went ahead and selected custom for his and inserted the image of his ring.  (to be revealed at the actual wedding)  The priest smiled and turned to Kasier for her option, 2,000 more col added to the total.  "Don't worry about cost, I'll pay for it."

-6,500 col thus far

@Kasier

[Kasier 0]

Kasier trembled slightly, still anxious about the whole situation and the future that lies ahead. Even though this is a wedding within a video game, it as if it was a real life wedding, with both parties in love with each other. The wedding was a contract between the two players, one that marked them inseparable forever, or at least, hopefully forever. Kasier's organized blonde hair came down all the way to the length of her chest, unlike normal days, when she simply doesn't bother to organize it. Kasier's pale face became pink from the whole event, and it was likely that her face would stay the same exact hue the entire time. This was a once-in-a-lifetime event for her, and she wanted to cherish it. It was the ideal, romantic moment after all, since she was about to officially get married with the man she loves. Felix, held onto her hand gently, transferring confidence and stopping the trembling that had managed to spawn upon her body. The beacon of hope was not simply a radiant of hope, but something else... confidence. Kasier looked at Itzal and smiled, growing more pink by the moment, but keeping her eyes on the priest immediately.

"We all know Velnia won't listen to you. Before you know it, she'll have half the table eaten." Kasier joked, adding a light-hearted comment to the situation. She didn't bother looking at anywhere else, only imaging Velnia nodding her head repeatedly elsewhere. Then, Kasier was offered the choice of getting a ring with a special effect. Of course, she really didn't know what she should choose because at the moment, her stats were of minimal importance to her. She glanced past all the effects that boosted her stats, and finally ended up picking affectionate. At the moment, it would not do that much because she did not have the most health in the world, and Itzal had way more health, but if Kasier worked harder, she'll gain ground, and then she would have enough health to be of significant help to Itzal in keeping him alive, even if she suffers health reduction from it. Kasier smiled, picking that option and creating and inserting the image for her ring as well (Also, to be revealed later). "2,000 Col is not that much. We aren't sharing inventory yet, so I would like to pay the ring on my own. I'll just transfer col to you later." Kasier exclaimed.

@Itzal

[Itzal 0]

The further into this quest they reached, the more confident he was about this.  Seeing Jenna turn a bit more pink made him do the same of course, but beyond that he was excited and joyful.  The priest saw this and smiled, seeming to be very happy that the two of them were excited.  Glad to see the two of them staying together to provide one another confidence.  This wedding was as real as anything Itzal had ever done.  Video games was his entire world up till now, but to him this was no longer a video game.  This was a real wedding and he was truly getting married.  The priest felt real with his reactions and speech, and it felt like they were really prepping for a wedding...  Though he was fairly certain getting ready for a wedding was far more difficult and stressing than this bit.  He would be marrying Jenna in the next quest with her..  He would be a married man and he knew that would change his entire life forever.  He wasn't sure how his family would react to it and once again he wondered if they were watching him from the outside.  He wondered if he could get an answer from Kayaba as to whether or not they could watch events from the outside.  If that were true he wondered what Jenna's parents would think of her getting married.  He remembered what Jenna had told him and blushed a little bit more.

When she mentioned Velnia he chuckled and Velnia gave an embarrassed grin.  The priest then chuckled and looked up at Velnia himself.  "Ah yes, dear Velnia.  Would you be so kind as to control yourself better during this wedding?  It is very important."  Velnia sighed but nodded her head.  He smiled and looked at the two of them.   "She's always been one of the weirder familiars."  Itzal, blinked a couple of times.  He was going to say something but then stopped himself, wanting to stay on track.  When Itzal heard Jenna mention that the col wasn't much and that she'd transfer the col over to him he wanted to argue but knew that he couldn't.  He sighed but chuckled as well.  "Alright then Jenna...  Oh yeah that's right, we do share inventory don't we?"  The priest nodded to them both.  "I would suggest organizing your inventory because of this.  And now that you've chosen the rings, you should probably select the ability you want."  Itzal blinked.  "Ability?  What abi-"  Another small menu popped up and his eyes widened in surprise.  At any rate he selected Strong Will.  "Once you both have selected what ability you wish, all that is left is describing the location and time of the wedding, as well as any decorations you may want.  Once that's discussed I'd like you two to spend some time writing out your vows.  You can't show the other your vows until the appropriate time understand?"  Itzal nodded.

@Kasier

• Resolve: +(20*Tier) base health
• Driven: +(5*Tier) base energy
• Strong Will: +1 base damage
• Resilient: +(4*Tier) base mitigation
• Purity: (1) Safeguard Active at beginning of the thread (Cannot stack with Safeguard potion)
• Affectionate: Transfer 5% of your max health to your spouse (1 post cooldown)

 

Medium Wedding
Snack Table
2 Custom Rings

6,500 col total

[Kasier 0]

Kasier smiled a common smile that she had found herself transferring to her face more and more recently as she spends more time with Itzal. She hadn't remembered herself to be quite like this, so easily to smile at random things, but she was glad that she had finally found happiness in her life, and what a person she had found it with. It was too early for true happiness though, for as far as she can tell, this could be gone in an instant, the sole supporter of her life, her happiness could be gone in that moment. For that reason, Kasier wanted to the one power that could help her keep Itzal alive. Indeed, Kasier had no wish for the other things... She couldn't care less about her stats at the moment., now that she had finally found a reason to live, a person to love and support for the rest of the game. That's right. Her purpose was finally revealed to her. Her maximum health wasn't that much, and it would definitely not benefit Itzal to a severe extend, but no matter what, it was better than nothing, especially with Itzal's low amount of mitigation. One deadly strike, and he could be out, which was one of Kasier's most feared events to go through her imagination.

Kasier chuckled as Velnia, the small dragon familiar, let out a saddened sigh, obviously discouraged at the fact that she had been told off for being herself. She was a creature of obnoxiousness, but in a good way, and sometimes this obnoxious nature entertained Kasier to the point where she can become quite protective of the creature. She liked her, and Kasier was sure that the dragon returned the affection. Kasier would comfort Velnia later, since she was obviously down from that comment. Right now was not the time for obnoxiousness, though, because this was the most important moment of her life, right up there with her going to college. This was special, and she wanted to concentrate solely on her soon-to-be husband and the wedding process. Kasier looked at Itzal, wanting him to pick first so Kasier doesn't put pressure on him.

@Itzal

[Itzal 0]

Itzal stood there as the priest pulled up the options for them to choose from, said options being for their rings that they would have for the rest of their lives in Aincrad.  Obviously an important choice.  Itzal stood there as he looked over the powers and his tactical mind turned on.  Resolve and Resilient were both vital as they were health and mitigation, or a player's chance to live made greater.  Then there was Driven and purity which enhanced the chances to be active longer through the battle.  Then there was strong will and affectionate, which were the combat ones.  Affectionate being what Jenna would most likely choose since it allowed her to heal Itzal if he needed it.  Itzal would probably take the Strong Will power since he desperately needed more damage in the fights.  Itzal snapped out of tactical mode and turned to look at his future wife.  When he saw her smiling, he thought of it differently.  He would be stronger, stronger in order to defend what he loved most in this world.  In the real world either.  He wasn't going to lose her to any player, mob, boss or system of the game.  They'd live to see the real world again, and they'd live to be free.  That was for sure.

He selected Strong will and the priest turned to Itzal.  "A fine choice, and I do say I think it's name fits you Itzal.  I cannot wait to see the vows you plan to write."  Itzal chuckled and rubbed the back of his head.  The vows, he completely forgot that was a thing in weddings.  From what he could recall, the typical thing was to say I blank take you, to have an to hold, through this and that till death do we part or something along those lines.  But that wouldn't cut it for Itzal.  He felt the need to go above and beyond and say something more personal, more meaningful than just something like that.  He nodded.  The priest turned then to Jenna.  "And what power will you take Kasier?"

@Kasier

[Kasier 0]

Kasier was glad that Itzal had chosen the power boost that he had chosen. As one of the highest leveled players in Aincrad, it is to be expected that he must deal more damage, not only for her but for the rest of Aincrad. Although she had a doubt that Itzal might go with the same thing that she will choose, she knew that it would not be the wisest thing. From a gaming perspective, what Itzal did was a brilliant choice, but it sure would've been romantic if he sacrificed the damage for Kasier's safety. That's a world of romance that should not be expected to exist in this world. Kaiser thought. In this world, stats mean far too much to simply ignore, and Kasier was mixed in emotion for what Itzal had chosen, although ultimately, it would be beneficial to not only her but the entire world of Aincrad, and that is something that she cannot be selfish over. Kasier sighed, regaining confidence as she walked up to the priest and selected her choice of power - affectionate - a sacrificial boost to the one that she loved most. Honestly, she did not care about the players as much as Itzal did. Sure, she would help the players, but when she has to choose between them or Itzal, she would favor Itzal even if all the other players die, including herself. 

"A good choice for you as well, Kasier. I suppose you should get to writing your vow." Kasier nodded, but felt a panic arising from deep within her. She had no idea how to write a vow. Actually, she had never even heard a vow spoken before, she so truly had no idea what to do. Kasier glanced at Itzal - he seemed like he knew exactly what he was doing. Kasier bit her teeth nervously before whispering to Itzal, "Hey, Itzal. I've never really heard one before. Do you know what sort of things I'm supposed to put into my vow?" Kasier asked, embarrassed that she had to ask such a question on an overly important night.

@Itzal

[Itzal 0]

Itzal wasn't able to read Jenna's mind of course, but the fact of the matter was that he thought it was romantic, in a unique way.  She had chosen a defensive and supportive build, while he had a scout and...  Well supposedly a damage build even though he didn't deal much.  However Itzal saw it in a different way, in that through the ring, he could be her weapon.  Her blade, her damage.  While she protected everyone from harm, healed them and enhanced them, he could deal the damage she couldn't.  He already was, but the ring only worked with her so to him it felt like they would become one, him being her sword.  In training the sword was best described as an extension of yourself.  Itzal wondered if the more often the two fought together, the more like her he would become, and vice versa.  It was an interesting thought and while it scared him a little, he knew it was what becoming one meant.  Though of course there was a logical side to his choice as well.  He needed damage for the front lines, that as well as if he got the power to heal Kasier and she got the same thing, they would basically just be flowing health back and forth like ping pong.  As he expected she chose that ability and the priest had complimented her on her decision as per usual.  However he saw her turn to him after the priest mentioned the vows and she looked a bit panicky.  When he heard her question he smiled and nodded.

"Yeah I can help you with that if you'd like.  There's two ways you could go about it.  There's the default form of vows, which is as such:  'I, groom, take you bride, to be my loving wife.  I promise to be true to you in good times and in bad, in sickness and in health.  I will love you and honor you to the end of my days.'  Pretty sure you've heard that before too.  The other way you can do it is just writing your own vows.  Something personal and from the heart.  I could help give ideas as to what you could write, but if you wanted to do a custom one it would be your own words."  Whether she wanted to do a casual vow or not he would support her in it.  If she chose a casual one he would go casual.  If she asked for help then he would help her.  Anything for Jenna.

@Kasier

[Kasier 0]

"Well, if that's the case, then I don't really have to write anything down." Kasier said, thinking about it after a second. She realized that if she wrote anything down, it would seem to be scripted, and when she's talking to Itzal, even something formal like this should just be natural, even if it's a little bit embarrassing to fully express her thoughts and emotions to someone that she'd interacted with so much in recent and past times. No matter how much Kasier conversed with Itzal, and went on adventures or quests with him, she always found out something new about Itzal, and it would always lead her to like yet another characteristic of the man that she loved so much already. Kasier smiled, gathering her thoughts and looked at the pastor, signalling that she was ready. Honestly, she had no idea whether it should be the man or the woman who starts with their vows first, but Kasier decided that it wouldn't matter in the gaming world, and besides, ladies first.

"I, the bride, accept you as the groom, to be my loving husband. I promise to be true to you at all times, in times of good and bad, in times of sadness or joy. I will stay by your side until the end, and I will love you until the end of our days. In life, I will live with you, and in death, I will die besides you. I promise to maintain a healthy relationship filled with pure love and dedication to each other and to Christ." Kasier blurted out, a bit faster than she wanted to, but she had no experience of doing anything like this, and the nervousness definitely caught up to her. Nevertheless, she hoped Itzal wouldn't mind if it was bad, since it was from the depths of her virgin heart.

@Itzal

[Itzal 0]

Itzal watched and listened as Jenna had stated she didn't really need to write anything down, if it truly was the case.  Itzal nodded, as he pretty much guessed she had originally believed it was something more complicated, or just something else entirely.  Quite frankly he hoped this wasn't too much for her at all.  She rarely liked to open up in front of anyone and she knew she'd have to say this in front of their guests.  It was going to be quite the interesting ceremony.  Itzal was thinking about what he would end up having to say himself, the priest preparing to depart with his assignment done...  Or rather, urge them to move on as he needed to be ready for any players who may need his assistance or guidance.  At any rate, Itzal believed that he would probably say something about protecting her, loving her, staying with her, and to never abandon her as long as he lived.  To always cooperate with her and, something about that.  He'd finalize it later, he had a bit of time before the wedding after all.

Then Jenna began to say her vow out loud and Itzal just stared, as did the priest who held back his words.  As she spoke Itzal could feel himself blushing rather hard, while the priest just smiled in amusement.  When she had finished, the priest leaned in and said:  "Miss Kasier, I believe you are supposed to speak your vows in front of your husband to be, on stage.  It was meant to be a surprise.  I don't blame you though, I should have explained that so I apologize ma'am."  Itzal just smiled, the flush still on his face from when she was saying her vows.  Itzal cleared his throat to break any tension in the air.  "Well I suppose there's just one more thing we should double check before everything is finalized then.  Kasier, do you want to call each other by our username at our wedding?  Or do you want to call each other by our, real names?"  While he was fine with either of them, he knew this was a very big moment for them.  Even if this was being done in a video game, with nothing but code.  To Itzal this was very, very real.  He was getting married, and they hoped to have the wedding in real life to officialize it there as well.  He wanted to make sure everything was perfect, especially for Jenna.

@Kasier

[Kasier 0]

Kasier felt a burn on her face, then a full on blush. She honestly felt an urge to just run away at that moment from the embarrassment that she had caused to herself. Everything had gone perfectly before she had gone and screwed things up. Although she shouldn't blame herself due to the fact that she had never gone to a wedding before, she certainly blamed herself for lacking the basic knowledge that vows are to be said during the ceremony. What made it worse was that Itzal had just been staring at her afterwards, and the pastor seemed to almost be in laughter at her. The silence was more than enough to make her want to sprint away from the room, and she actually looked at the door for a minute too, thinking over it. The temptation to do so was great, but Kasier couldn't move her legs for some reason. She sighed, closing her eyes for a few seconds before reopening them.

"Uhm yeah. Oops. At least there won't be any secrets or surprises. I'll just write a different one for the wedding, I guess." Kasier exclaimed, coughing a few times before she received Itzal's next question. "I wouldn't mind getting called by my real name. It's not like they can do anything with my first name, anyways, and I think it would make the whole thing more real, because I love Felix for who you are as a person, not for who you are in the game." Kasier explained, still flustered by her mistake. She had surprised herself with that decision, because before, she wouldn't dare speak her own name in public, as it might lead to her downfall, but now, she couldn't care less. Perhaps being with Itzal had loosened her guard and her grip on security. Who knows? Perhaps it will lead to her downfall, or perhaps it will shatter the heart of glass that she kept in public.

@Itzal

Edited April 15, 2018 by Kasier

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Itzal watched Jenna turn red with either frustration or embarrassment....  Maybe both.  He had instantly felt bad and hated himself for ever letting her get into the situation she was now in.  That pain and regret at seeing her in said state would be clearly visible on his face, posture and eyes too.  The priest observed everything going on and before Itzal could say or do anything, the priest spoke up.  "My dear Kasier, don't fret too much ok?  There is no one here except you, your future husband, and myself.  I for one don't count since I'm not a player, and as a priest I am sworn to secrecy in private matters.  Nothing leaves this place, on that I swear.  That being said, you may wish to move forward soon as it's almost noon.  Not only do I need to get something to eat, but it tends to be the rush hour.  I don't know why but people like to confess sins, pray for forgiveness, and just talk during noon."  Itzal just stared at the priest for a second or two.  Was he.  Did he know he was an npc?  Itzal was confused cause if that were the case, he would have known he didn't actually need to eat anything.  He shook his head and turned to look Jenna in the eyes.  "He is right in one aspect though.  It's just you and me, and on my life I swear I will never embarrass you, nor laugh at you.  I'll always stand and laugh beside you, all the way.  Ok?  And you don't have to write a new vow..  Hearing it means more than you can imagine, whether it's now or later.  Whatever time we say our vows, the meaning behind it is the same, after all."  He reached out to hold her hand, but wouldn't do so unless she allowed him to.

When she spoke about their real names he blushed rather badly and nodded.  "Alright, then.  We'll use our real names...  At least they're people we can trust and won't go blabbing it to the whole world.  Even if it's just a first name, I like to be a little cautious.  Especially since most of the players in this world are from the same country I'm from, heh.....  So, what should we do next?"

@Kasier

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Kasier nodded at Itzal before nodding at the priest. She knew that nothing bad would happen as a result of it, but she really didn't want to embarrass herself in front of her loved one on such an important day. This had been one of the most nerve-wrecking days that she had ever had... At least for a while now. Before, she had been living in carelessness, not really caring about the things going on around her, but now there was a string connecting her to another person, and she can no longer live in such a way. No longer could she sleep all day and do nothing at night. No longer could she sit around all day daydreaming about the things that doesn't relate to this death world. She must work harder now more than ever, and she dreaded the work ahead of her, but she was also accepting of it, because eventually, sooner or later, she would have to reach the front lines and join up with her husband and the rest of the front liners. Although she wanted to work hard, who knows whether it will become a possibility. Kasier sighed, turning her frown into a smile before looking up fully with her regained confidence. She was looking forwards to the days ahead - the days that she shall spend with Itzal. No... Felix.

"Alright. How about we head back for now and get some rest? I'm not sure about you, but I certainly need a nap. Once I get rested up though, let's go out for dinner. I sure wouldn't mind the company for the night. It's been quite a crazy time, don't you think? So I would love to spend more time talking with you." Kasier exclaimed, looking down once again from the blush that she was receiving. Kasier turned, and with a wave, took a step.

@Itzal

Edited April 17, 2018 by Kasier

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Itzal was relieved to see that Jenna was not too down anymore, that his words helped her calm down.  He personally wasn't afraid to make a mistake in front of Jenna.  If anything he'd rather it be her than anyone else, as he trusted her with his life.  Soon to be literally in this death game.  This was a major step for Itzal.  He thought about it a billion times already but he'd think it again:  He'd been alone for so long, even in the game.  And now he was going to be living with someone for the rest of his life.  Someone he loved and would die for.  Granted, it still felt weird for Itzal since he'd never actually lived with someone before.  He'd need to do some research on this....  Make sure he was doing it all right.  He'd be spending his life with Jenna both in this world, and the real world.  Then he thought about something:  What on earth were they going to do about contacting each other once they were out of here?  He didn't have her phone number.  He didn't have a phone himself.  He didn't memorize his home number...  He wondered if he could get Cardinal to help him with that...  Then Jenna turned to him and asked if they should head back and get some rest, how she needed a nap and all.  He nodded as this event was, particularly draining.  However it seemed there was a catch to the nap:  Or rather a bonus.  Dinner afterwards.  He nodded and smiled.  "I agree wholeheartedly.  Velnia, can you behave yourself and not get us kicked out of another food place?"  The little dragon chuckled and landed on Kasier, burying her face into her hair.

@Kasier

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Kasier smiled, chuckling slightly as well when Velnia landed on her head. It seemed that the dragon found the top of her head quite an enjoyable place to be, and she didn't mind having the dragon up there, as it didn't really add too much weight to her head, surprisingly. Although she found her hair often messed up after the dragon leaves it, she could easily fix it up anyways. "Alright, time to go, Velnia." Kasier exclaimed, pulling the dragon off of her head before she handed Velnia to Itzal, "Alright, I'll see you tonight." Kasier turned around and walked off with a wave back into her shop.

This would probably be the last night that she spends in her shop. She would be moving into Itzal's house soon, but honestly, even though her shop was small, and squished, she really enjoyed the place. She had plenty of cooking moments, and frustrating moments when she simply cannot craft anything. Kasier put her hand through her blonde hair as she stared at herself in the mirror. She really had changed from who she was a couple of months ago, even she could realize that. The change was quite drastic actually, and whether it was a good thing or bad thing, only time could tell. Kasier sighed, laying down on her bed. She was overjoyed, but she needed some time to spend by herself and take a rest for the moment. Kasier smiled, laying down on her bed, and putting her arm on her forehead. Soon, the time had come for her to get up and get dressed. Putting on her dress for the night. She would have dinner, and maybe even move in to Itzal's afterwards.

@Itzal

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To: Itzal
From: Kasier

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[Itzal 0]

Itzal grinned seeing Jenna chuckle when the little dragon hopped on her head.  Itzal didn't know why Velnia loved that spot so much, but when it came to Jenna?  It was their thing.  Who was he to question it in any way?  Especially since the dragon was random anyway.  And it wasn't like he was worried either, especially since despite how much food she ate she never seemed to grow any fat or weight.  What her metabolism must be was a wonder in itself.  If Aincrad had seven wonders like Earth had, Velnia should have been one of them in his opinion.  Jenna picked Velnia up, who curled around her hands, and was given back to Itzal.  The dragon climbed up his arms and sat on his shoulder, listening to Jenna say goodbye for the time being.  She told Itzal that she would see him tonight and he smiled with a nod.  "See you then Jenna." 

Itzal returned home as well, sitting on his bed for a moment.  He was so nervous, but at the same time his joy and excitement overshadowed it so much he couldn't stop smiling.  He fell on his back as he realized:  He was going to live with Jenna.  They were going to be married.  He couldn't get past the joy of that thought.  Itzal saw Velnia land on his forehead and he chuckled as he rolled over and just lay there beside his familiar.  "Remember not to barge in at any time you'd like ok?  Jenna may not be a morning person like I am."  Velnia chuckled and licked his cheek, then he saw a message from Jenna.  He smiled again and sent his reply.

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To: @Kasier
From: Itzal

We haven't exactly tried Italian yet.  Want to visit a restaurant with that sort of food?

 

[Kasier 0]

Italian? Kasier thought, she'd never really tried real Italian in a restaurant before. Sure, she had tasted pasta and pizza, but that was back in real life, and it wasn't exactly Italian, but a more of an Americanized version of it. Although she was curious to test a new food type out, it didn't really matter what food they go out to get, because in the end, it wasn't the food that's important, but the person that she's having the food with that holds far more importance. She had been losing a lot of sleep recently because of the marriage, but perhaps she had been thinking too much about it. This was a video game after all, no matter how you look at it, and even though it feels just like real life, it wasn't exactly the same, right? 

Still, she was overjoyed by such a milestone in her life. This was the most important event that has happened to her since the very beginning, and she hoped that her life would be different now that she truly had another reason to live for. This day marks a new era... A new period for the Kasier of Aincrad. And she couldn't wait to see Itzal's face again. 

Edited May 13, 2018 by Kasier