08.01.22
With a pregnancy that's been progressing over the past months, has been taking things easy, especially with how heavy and sore the twins have made her feel. Has definitely had some trouble moving, aka waddling, around. Excited and nervous all the same for the growth of their family.

Was not expecting to deliver them early but on the 7th of January gave birth to a boy and a girl in the familiarity of their home with Aurik close to her side. Welcomed the newborns with all the love she could muster up for them in the aftermaths of the birth.
Allowed them all to get some time to regain some strength over the rest of the day and night, to get adjusted to each other on a new level before bringing the twins to the forest the next day.

Completely and utterly enamored with the babies, oblivious to any concerns their father might hide from her.


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20.02.21
With the actual date for the wedding set is ready to burst under anxiety and stress that the last pieces of planning has brought, wants everything to be perfect for the both of them but also ready for it to be over with so they can take a step back and enjoy life as a married couple.

Ventures to the forest to allow herself a bit of a breather.
Had the same thing in mind today but briefly after joining Aurik by the pond was pulled to the birch by wordless cries for help. Found the source in what appeared to be parts of a body (Gia), nauseated by the scene but reached for the soul before it would loose its grip. Soothed it briefly and offered something stronger to hold on to and anchored it with her own magic, as if fanning the dying embers of a fire, didn't leave until she felt confident enough that the soul would have a secure grip to life.

Joined Aurik again who had stayed at a distance and filled him in on the situation, understanding of his concerns regarding her own health but Esha is who Esha is, willing to give everyone a fair chance.
Left the scene soon after and just about reached a nice spot when rain suddenly started pouring down.
Settled down while her fiance kept her out of the rain, already feeling the affects of her deeds.


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13.09.20
As happy as she's ever been with her small family outside forest, but also busy planning for the wedding as it draws nearer. Nervous in a way but also beyond excited to finally make it official in front of family and friends, doesn't find much stress in the planning as she finds it fun and the help and investment of Aurik make things a lot easier.

Besides wedding planning has grown a lot in herself and has taken on teaching young and adults alike in natural horsemanship and horseback riding, as well as piano lessons here and there. Is loving every second of it, grateful for their farm as it opened so many doors for her to bring the smal business to life.

Stepped inside the forest late last night and was hit with nostalgia over the season, bringing back fond memories of hers and Aur's first meeting.


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24.06.19
Entered the forest early and settled under a tree by the pond to meditate and get her magic in order, calmed by the sound of the water and the shade of the tree, pleased when Aurik joined her before long and leaned against his side to stretch her sore legs a bit.
Managed to relax for a few hours before dragged to her feet by a dull pain in her abdomen, believed it to be the baby moving at first and so took a short walk into the water to hopefully help the baby to readjust, drank while she was at it too in hopes of washing down the hint of nausea in the back of her throat. Realized soon enough that it wasn't helping at all and with Aurik standing guard a few feet away, approached and asked to move to their flower patch again so she could settle down once more and try to get comfortable. Which was a difficult task when contractions hit her and got worse by the hour. Endeared by Aurik bringing flowers to place around her while she was in labor and with his presence was able to stay out of a panic.
Late in the evening, gave birth to a healthy baby girl, Branka, whom she was quick to clean up, overjoyed and tearful as she tucked the little one close to herself, whispering sweet words through her joyful tears. Exhausted but pushed through it to simply dote on their daughter.


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18.05.19
THICC
Pregnancy has been going smoothly so far and she's rounder than she ever thought was possible, as a result she's dealing with swelling and soreness in her legs and back which has forced her to rest more than she would've liked to. Has been helping out with the building of the new house whenever she have managed, but leaves the heavy work for Aur to take care of.

Been spending less time in forest in fear of what the traveling and transformation might do to her or the baby so have been nestling up outside the forest borders to prepare herself for what's to come.

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04.01.19
After trying to figure out the reasoning for her magic acting strange for the past while, about a week ago realized just what was caused it and was hit with a mixture of joy and fear upon the discovery. Spent a day letting it sink in before she dropped a hint to Aurik regarding her state, saying they needed to figure out a color for the nursery, at his reply, told him they needed to do it soon. Confirmed her pregnancy and spent a moment talking it over, trying to reassure him just as much as she tried to calm her own nerves.

Elated and eager for what the future holds but trying to take small steps so both she and her fiancé can get used to the idea of their own family. For now taking it easy and letting her magic focus of the still very small life inside her.

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25.12.18
Was surprised by Aurik the night prior, made to pick a fancy dress and taken by car to a restaurant they got to have for themselves for the evening. Took it for what it was but admired what effort and planning must have been put behind it all by her lover, loved everything with it and spoke of the house they'd made plans to build as soon as everything had been looked over and approved of.
Eager to got a place to really call theirs, without traces of anyone else, somewhere where they could leave their prints. Also very eager to see Aurik get started with the idea he have for the land as well, smitten with the idea herself and is more than ready to help him every step of the way.

Offered dessert after the meal and curiously waited as the waiter presented it, however was taken aback by what adorned the top of it. Even more so when realizing just where Aurik was; on one knee by her side.
At loss for words when he spoke but could swear her heart was about to burst from the love she held for the man. Managed to collect herself enough to accept the proposal with breathless words of her own, pressing into his embrace once the ring had been placed on her finger. Left the restaurant to spend the night by a fire at the beach, speaking words of complete love and adoration to the man who from that night would be her fiance.


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13.10.18
Approached by Aurik some time ago regarding something he wanted her opinion of, essentially was asked to move in with him somewhere just for them, agreeing that building a house where they could shape their future together without traces of anyone else would be the best. Beyond excited to spend her days with him without work and worlds separating them.
With her distance towards the Maharaja, has worked less for him and more for the village she's settled in for the moment, feeling more appreciated by the people there and glad to use her magik for something that's actually of use.

Was a distant participator of the rut, itchy for interactions at times and watched the event from afar most of the time, sometimes drawing closer and spent it in the company of strangers. Though wasn't as interested as she thought she'd be, appreciated the friendly atmosphere but ultimately found herself glued to Aurik, somewhat giddy and more playful than usual. Rubbed, poked and tugged at him to bring him to his feet when she got too antsy to sit.
Has come out of the rut with a few thoughts brewing in the back of her mind, a longing in her chest she's all too aware of, nervous about it but just as eager to bring it to words when the chance presents itself. For now, focusing on supporting her lover in the early stages of their dream house.

Rested by their flower patch for a while after arriving to the forest before seeking her lover out by the pond, kept a bit of a distance as he had company but greeted them upon arrival. Felt a bit bad when his company left soon after her arrival, though, thinking it was maybe her fault. Remained by her lover until he pulled her into a session of play, bounced all over the place before coming to a halt.
Stood in silence for a while to catch her breath but soon enough spoke up vaguely regarding the rut, something that steered them into a conversation she had been too scared to speak up about after being asked something by Aurik. Voiced her thoughts quietly and elated when her lover spoke about his thoughts. Gross heterosexuals :weary:

Requested to go back to his place soon after, thoughts rushing through her head in contained excitement.


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9.9.18
Working as usual, more or less, has taken on jobs outside the capital to give herself a reason to avoid the place more often. Lately has been more rebellious towards the Maharaja, much to his annoyance. Isn't keen on him using her as a prized object to brag about just because of her magic, has told him as much and despite the punishment she's received for her disobedience, isn't bending over for him as easily anymore.

Visiting the forest more often as a result too, using it as another escape and often finds her way to Aurik's place in his home world as well, one of few places she feel she can truly relax and enjoy herself.

During the past few days has been more than aware of the chance of season in forest, with the colder weather is finding a sort of renewed energy and have gotten a bit more bolder and energetic as a result, restless even, perhaps. Aware of what the time of year means as well with the memories of last year reminding her, anxious in one way because of what it's bringing, but also eager as it's nearing the one year anniversary of her and Aur's first meeting.

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10.5.18
Trying to keep herself going as usual, switching between work for the Maharaja in Shosa, spending time with Aurik and visiting the forest.

Feeling distant in a way, however, especially to the forest as a whole with the change of season and what it has brought with it. Can't help but feel guilty for a new myriad of feelings that clouds her mind enough to make her magick take toll from it, quiet about it though as she partially doesn't want to weigh anyone down with it, but also because she can't seem to find words to just what is going on in her mind.
Newsflash tho Esha sucks at hiding stuff or lying

Aside from from it, healthy and well and hoping to get some sort of vacation from her work to let her mind focus on other things as a way of distraction.

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02.05.18

Content wit the pace her life has currently. Effectively switching between work in Shosa and spending her days with her lover in either world, taking each day as it comes and have done so without any major incident.

Some months ago, however, helped a blind doe after slowly getting to know her after being curious about her type of blindness. Ended up learning about a few things and offered a solution, gave the doe some time to think and when the offer was accepted, gave some time to get prepared before feeding the doe what magic she needed for her wish.
Did so for a few days, literally using her magic to kickstart the doe's body into a pregnancy and make it create the babies itself without any traces of outside sources, as she saw results stopped using her magic and let the doe recover.

Checked in on her from time to time just to make sure things were going smoothly, but has been content enough with the progress and signs to leave the doe to enjoy her pregnancy.

Elated with the change of weather the past few days, enjoyed some rain after the hot days in Shosa and surprised when it started snowing instead, while a bit cold, still enjoying the difference as it never snows in Shosa.
Checked in on Yumi and her newborn babies from a distance when given a chance, glad to see them all in good health. Had a few thoughts circulate in the back of her mind at the scene, while in no way negative or had anything to do with the new family, silenced in her own ways by them.

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Woke next to Aurik in the morning and remained curled up to him well into the day, simply enjoying being lazy in his company. Didn't rise until later when noticing his spot empty and a heavy cold smell in the air, followed it towards the idol where she found both Aurik and the large undead deer.
Still confused as to what he is, if he's a god of sort or if he's something else entirely, with her own beliefs perhaps views him in a sort of negative light and as such is hesitant to bring herself as close as other seem willing to do.

Barely noticed when it started snowing and quietly followed Aurik when he showed her some mushrooms to eat, which tasted absolutely horrible, grabbed a few and then followed him to the large undead deer again where she took note of other's offering the mushrooms to the deer in exchange for his own items. Offered her mushrooms and got a deer skull in return, horrified for a moment but brought it along after a dip of her head, contemplating what to do with it but since others seemed to wear theirs, slipped the mask on after making room for her horns.

Followed Aurik towards the pond and peeked at her reflection for a moment, then burst into play with her lover to warm herself, and possibly him, up in the colder weather. Grew bold and mimicked his head lowering and tossed her head and horns in his direction while laughing at how ridiculous it must've looked.
Continued through the forest until they ended up in a familiar portion of the birch forest, only then slowed down enough to admire the change of weather and the way her breath came out as clouds in front of her. Having never seen snow before she can't help but feel a childlike wonder, though isn't too sure she's very fond of the cold it's brought with it.

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During the beginning of the week, used to much of her magick when trying to heal an injured guard while back home in Shosa, knew she was crossing her limit but was encouraged to continue by the Maharaja himself as the man noticed the amazement from those present. Couldn't escape the fate that met her afterward and in her detest against the Maharaja, left her home in Shosa and curled up in a spot in forest where she remained in a coma-like state for a few days following.
Let her body do its job in restoring her health and magick while entirely unaware of what was going on around her, aside from a faint warmth registered in the back of her mind.

Woke days later, heavy bodied and thirsty but after noting the scent around her made her way over to the source. Found Aurik in 'their' flower patch and curled up against him for a while, but when thirst became too much dragged herself to the pond and drank almost to the point of feeling nauseous from it.
Approached Aurik again after when noticing him on the move and reunited properly on the red hill, shared affections and pulled him into their usual antics shortly after, didn't miss his hesitance and tried to assure him everything was fine.
As things calmed later on, spoke briefly when he asked if she was okay, which she gave an honest answer to before letting him lead her back to their favored flower patch.

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Yesterday spent some time with Aurik in the morning before he had to leave and take care of some business in his home world. Remained curled up on the spot as he left and woke later when he joined her briefly upon returning, noted his departure later and hesitated before following and found him by the playground. Pulled him into a brief session of play but was once again left on her own as Aurik left the area, followed from a distance and struck with uncertainty when he remained at a distance and even turned from her.

Worried, wondering what had happened while he'd been away or if she had accidentally done something to upset him. Thought about following him again but decided to give him space for a while even if it kept gnawing on the back of her mind. Remained close to the stream and the pond for a while, keeping an ear out for Aurik while he wandered around the forest.

Eventually caught sight of him by the stream and made a careful attempt to approach, taking it slow in case he wanted to leave again. Spoke once close enough to question what was wrong if only to figure out how to help him. Touched on some thoughts and feelings though the conversation, admitting a few things that had been in the back of her mind. Dared to close the distance to lean a bit against him, the conversation turning softer, warmer, and was taken aback bu a question suddenly falling from his lips.
Stunned for a moment, her heart almost beating out of her chest but accepted with soft words of her own.
Aware of the short amount of time they've known each other, but has never felt anything being so right as being with Aurik.

Taken to his portal shortly after an request from him and spent the evening and part of the night by the beach to watch the sunset and the stars.

TODAY returned to the forest and fount both night time and rain!? Loves night and it doesn't rain that often in Shosa so loving every second of it. Caught Aurik playing a short distance away and joined in when he came running towards her, played around in the rain for a bit before settling together on a nearby hill to enjoy the weather.

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Spent the night of the 15th together with Aurik after some small confessions regarding certain feelings and thoughts. Remained with him throughout the night and when asked to stay, did just so and left her thoughts about Shosa far back in her mind to focus entirely on her time spent with Aurik.
Went shopping the day after to get her some clothes to keep at his place for when she'd visit and was later taken to the beach where she felt right at home, still has a hard time believing his dog is a real creature but is quickly warming up to her.

Once back in Shosa made sure to catch up on her duties as smoothly as she could and was given an update regarding the condition of one of her patients.
Didn't manage to focus much as thoughts wandered back to the previous hours and after settling things left for the forest. Dozed on the birch hill and later went to wash and drink by the idol only to move to a certain flower patch, didn't remain for long as she caught Aurik's scent close by and went to approach him, though hesitant as the thought of him wanting space crossed her mind. Greeted him with a nuzzle and smiled when given one back, but as he later left felt lowkey disheartened as she followed, only to stop short by a flower patch in the border of the birch.

Once again thought he wanted space and felt a pang of anxiety in her chest when suddenly thinking he was simply done with her after their night together, sickened by the thought and felt her heart sink a bit while trying to get a grip of her thoughts and feelings. Remained on her spot when realizing Aurik had moved away again, worried he'd just grow annoyed with her trailing after him in want of his company.

Noticed him not far off after a while and spent a moment pondering, but eventually approached slowly and gave him plenty of time to leave should he want it. But when he remained and even moved closer found some courage again and closed the last bit of distance. Met him with tentative affections and followed when he lead her deeper into the birch, surprised when he struck up a conversation but glad that he did so if only to explain his behavior throughout the day, something she was worried about. Tried to calm him best she could but admitted a thought that had crossed her mind during her anxiety of his avoidance, glad when such wasn't the case and when hearing his request, agreed to it without much hesitance after calmly offering affectionate words.
Glad they'd been able to talk and clear things out to avoid misunderstandings, still scared of her feelings for him but finds she doesn't want to be anywhere else, with anyone else.

Remained close to him after their conversation died out, bidding him good night when she had to head back to Shosa.

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Woke early and went for a walk to stretch her legs and ended up on the birch hill where she curled up again for some more rest, woke later to Aurik beside her and shifted closer to his side. Remained that way until he stood over her and later went to get her flowers, gosh
Played around for a while afterwards, nudging and nuzzling him only to bounce away before he could return the affections, darted behind trees and gently encouraged him whenever he rubbed against her. As things slowed down lead him off towards the pond to get a drink, splashed some in the water and later watched with worry as a pesky stranger wouldn't leave Aurik alone.

Tried to lighten the situation up a bit but kept a distance and watched as Aurik disappeared into the distance once the stranger left, remained on her spot for a moment before following him to check if he was okay. A bit doubtful of his answer but didn't push it, instead rubbed the side of her face against him in an attempt to calm both him and herself.

Hesitantly followed him when he moved again and was surprised to find he brought her flowers once more, seemingly apologetic but was quick to reassure him and accept the flowers, giving him several affectionate nuzzles in return.
Tried to lighten his mood up by pulling him into a bout of play once more bUT play turned into flirting and teasing again and Esha screams bc it backfires and she lowkey regrets it smfh
Followed him to a familiar flower patch to settle down instead.

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Was taken on a dATE by Aurik the other day, arrived in is house after stepping through the portal and accepted his offer to let her take a shower. Fucking spaceship in there though and Aurik had to show her how to actually use it first because it's way more complicated than back home, figured it out afterwards, but not before turning the water on too cold and too hot first.
Waited in the living room while he took a shower as well and was beyond fascinated by the moving window thing aka the tv and for a moment thought it was the real deal even with all the sifi stuff going on in there smfh
Taken to a restaurant for dinner and to be on the safe side ordered what Aurik ordered so she wouldn't end up with some weird dish she didn't even know what it was, enjoyed the salad and steak a lot tho even if wasn't at all as spicy as she was used to, also had a glas of wine bc that's something she kinda know what it is at least because Shosa are pros at alcohol so they have something of the sort there as well. Pretty much asked Aurik about everything she could think of as she wants to know more about this vastly different world he lives in and when speaking of his move mentioned that her move had been far simpler since she.. had just moved herself and not any furniture.

Taken to a drive-in movie after and once again fascinated by the moving pictures, explaining to Aurik that they didn't have these sort of things in Shosa, that the only pictures they had were paintings but that only the rich ones had those made. Tried the snacks he brought too and gurl that chocolate is a+

Rather nervous through their whole day together and lowkey scared of the intensity of her interest towards him but does her best to mask it with a calmness or playfulness she doesn't quite know how to handle. Worries of pushing any limit and driving him away from her but fears that doing the opposite may have the same result, trying to balance it as well as she can.

Yesterday set into a sickening worry when Aurik left her side shortly after meeting up in forest and sank into the thoughts of having made something to upset him as he seemed to keep a distance at first. Careful in her approach but decided not to question him if only for the sake of not upsetting him more smh
Followed him as he moved, unsure if that's what he really wanted but after settling down and Aurik moving to press against her, calmed significantly and relaxed against him, though still a knot of emotions in her belly. Fell asleep soon after and only shifted slightly in her sleep when Aurik kissed her cheek and left for the night.

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Made it for the forest in the afternoon and after wandering, headed for a certain flower patch between the ruins and the pond, settled there with some thoughts in the back of her mind before falling into a light doze.
MISSED STAGG bc player was taking a shower and Stagg poofed just after she got back. Took note of Aurik as he approached however and kinda felt embarrassed for getting caught in the spot she was resting in??? smh. Approached him and exchanged affections before leading the stag back to the flowers and invited him to join her, curled up close to groom him.

Went to stretch her legs and take a drink at the pond but was quick to return to Aurik's side soon after, confused though when he moved away and, whatever it was that caused it, tried to reassure him with some affections. Ended up tearing through the forest in a bout of play and some lowkey flirting on her part, stopped when they reached the birch and was lead to a hill by Aurik after some moments.
Pulled into a conversation with words of a confession that made her stomach flutter and chest feel tight but gently questioned his insecurity regarding the subject, gave him a confession of her own and spoke about their plans for the next day, was told he would've wanted to take her sooner but that he had work to take care of first of all, reassured him it was okay.

Had to leave soon after and parted with a kiss and a goodnight, heading back to Shosa to distract herself in her excitement for their plans the following day.

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Returned to the forest yesterday with the intent to take it easy after having worked in Shosa most of the day, lowkey in a foul mood because of reasons of no fault but her own and sought out a sunny spot in the birch to rest for a while.

Caught wind of Aurik some time later and hesitated for a bit before heading in his direction if only because she was worried she had upset him the other day. Couldn't ignore the faint flutter in her stomach at the sight of him however and carefully approached, which ended up with them 'hiding' behind trees for a while before finally standing side by side. Gently brushed against him and settled by his hooves, glad when he settled down with her but was caught by surprise when he suddenly apologized for possibly having ruined their time together in Shosa. Shook her head with a knot in her stomach and told him it wasn't his fault, apologized instead for making him uncomfortable but was told such wasn't the case.

Listened as he explained that he was no good, a bit flattered when he thought so well of her but quietly hushed him and gently encouraged him with words of acceptance. Glad for the turn the conversation took and felt herself relax more as the knot in her stomach disappeared.
Was then invited for dinner and to possibly see a movie to make up for their time in Shosa and while dinner had been fine alone, curious of what a movie might be and questioned Aurik about it bC she really doesn't know what movies are, Shosa doesn't have them. More curious about it after the explanation and happily agreed even after Aurik came clean with things surrounding the whole subject.
Not so lowkey excited to go back to Aurik's home to spend time with him and told him to let her know when, understanding that he wanted some time to get things organized.

Bid him goodnight after with a fleeting kiss to his cheek and headed home with a wide smile.

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Took Aurik to her home in Shosa as promised on the day they'd agreed on. Spent the day resting and playing around in the forest at first, teasing and shamelessly flirting, as evening arrived lead him towards a more quiet spot after asking if he was ready to leave. Opened her portal and stepped through and into her room, waiting for Aurik to arrive a moment later.
Let him take some time to adjust and then offered a change of clothes, because Shosa is horribly traditional and strict so didn't dare to think how they would react if he were to wear his regular clothes. Let him dress himself and adjusted the clothing a bit after getting a good look. Really appreciating how he looked in the outfit but held no doubt he'd look god in anything.

Lead him through the building and couldn't help but notice how he kept looking around though couldn't blame him because of the difference between their homes. Ended up in the garden and later by the golden gates that lead out into the city. Explained who the building belonged to and her reason for staying when the topic came up, but dropped it soon as she held no interest in the Maharaja.
Kept close to Aurik as she lead him further into the crowded parts of the city, surprised when he wanted to know more about her, disagreed when he called her important and mentioned that she was no more important than anyone else. Can't say she feel very important when it's only her magic that matters to the people of Shosa, they never want anything from her other than when it involves her magic.

Could notice the mood change when she asked about him and couldn't help but feeling bad for asking, even if she genuinely really did want to get to know him. Apologized for making him uncomfortable and went on to say that he didn't need to tell her anything unless he wanted to, ofc. Hurt when he said there was nothing important about him and felt awful for having ruined his visit by bringing up something touchy.
Ended up learning of how he's found the place he calls home, that he worked for someone there as well and that he collect motorbikes, wondered if it was one of those things they'd gone for a ride on at his place and then explained Shosa only had horses or ox for transportation. Talked briefly about a place called Tyria but had neither been there or heard of it before.

Continued showing him around the city, took him to the harbor to see the large sail ships and explained they were used to import irons and to export gold and gemstone. Showed him the outer parts of the palace and later went outside the city walls to give him an idea what was out there which... is.. mostly just sand. It's a freakin' desert out there ok, lots of sand dunes. Pointed in the direction of the mountains and rainforest, as well as the smaller towns she liked to visit. When asked, told him people were free to wander as they liked, but that it was rare to do by foot or if you didn't have a set destination to go to since it's easy to get lost out there. Everything look the same.
Brought him back to the house to eat dinner in the garden and offered to let him stay if he wanted, would've taken him back to the forest otherwise.

glad when he agreed but couldn't get rid of the knot in her stomach for the reason that she believed she had ruined his visit.
Spent the following day in Shosa to distract herself and nearly overworked herself while healing some elders, ended up having to take care of simpler cases of sickness that she could help with herbs instead of her magic.

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Woke to breakfast at Aurik's place, given some gifts and recognized them from the market they'd been to, flattered by his generosity and thanked him time and time again. Taken back to the forest after a while and parted after being given a kiss to her cheek. Watched him go with a sting of sadness and lingered for a brief moment before heading home with her gifts, hid them away where others wouldn't be able to find them and after taking a herbal bath, helped those with sicknesses or injuries for a few hours. Ended up feeling a bit drained after and went to rest for the rest of the evening, only returned to the forest after another night away.

Caught Aurik's scent with one that she vaguely recognized from a passing meeting a while back, remained on her spot for a while longer but eventually made her way over and greeted the duo with a bow, settling on Aurik's other side where she soon fell asleep.
Woke later to him gone and remained in Adayti's company even so, given a peach and thanked her happily before eating it. Joined by Aurik once more after a while and couldn't help but smile at him as he settled beside her, sad to see Adayti leave soon after and made a note to perhaps seek her out at some point, remained with Aurik for now and shifted closer when he moved to settle on her other side, his presence comforting enough to have her fall asleep. (bc apparently player was tired as hell and can't even remember going to bed last night)
Got a bedding made out of tall, dry grass and flowers by Aurik to make her spot a bit softer to rest on, bless you, you're such a sweetheart ; ;

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On the 4th, followed Aurik to his portal and curiously watched him disappear through it, only hesitating for a brief moment before following him with eyes squeezed shut. Dared to peek when she'd stood there for a few seconds and glanced around the room that, even with little to no furnitures, already felt a lot different from what she was used to back at home. Found it weird at first to see Aurik in a different form since she was so used to his deer self at this point, but complimented him back when he told her she looked nice.

Curiously followed him when he moved to a different room and was met with a modern day kitchen and oh boy so many new things Esha's never seen before. Ended up investigating the stove and oven as it was one of the oddest things she'd seen, questioning Aurik what it was and when getting an explanation that it was used to cook food she was like???? But where's the flame??? Shosa definitely doesn't have those fancy things, hell their windows doesn't even have glass because it doesn't exist there.

Got a tour through the house and didn't seem to mind the emptiness of it, ended up being more confused about the bathroom when he offered to let her take a shower or a bath if she wanted to. Everything looked way too complicated to her and she wasn't sure what was what in there. Lowkey intimidated tbh.
Ended up walking outside into his garden and was met by a dog and Esha just couldn't stop staring because Shosa doesn't have dogs which made it feel very much like she was looking at some fantasy animal. Asked Aurik what it was, who seemed confused and offered a reply that it was a pitbull, a dog and something you kept as a pet. Pets she knew what it was since they kept animals at home too. Would've asked many more questions but felt like it might've been too annoying having to answer all of them since pretty much everything was new to her, couldn't for the life of her figure out how the source of lights worked since they were just glowing orb thingies, no sigh or fire or oil anywhere. Pretty convinced it's magic.

Taken to a different room where Aurik uncovered another thing Esha has never seen; a motorcycle. Stared at it before she was given a helmet, confused by it at first but soon figured out how to put it on after a bit of a struggle. Latest fashion, barefoot, a dress and a motorcycle helmet, A+
Ended up being taken on a ride while holding on to Aurik for dear life, taken to a market where she ended up looking and poking at almost everything that you wouldn't be able to find back at her home, did take interest in some jewelries though that held designs that were so unlike those she was used to. Liked them nonetheless and when moving to a different stall, was bought a pair of sandals by Aurik so she wouldn't have to walk around barefoot. Even with such a simple gesture felt incredibly warmed and grateful by it, giving him a kiss to his cheek as a thank you. Kept close to him so they wouldn't get separated in the crowd, the touches to the small of her back not going unnoticed and had her cheeks dusted with a faint blush each time.

Left soon enough and taken out to eat somewhere, but not knowing what types of food there were or what would be considered good. Let Aurik choose a small diner where she ended up ordering the same as him just to be on the safe side, ended up REALLY liking the fries though oh my god, never had anything like it before and almost forgot about her salad as she eagerly ate them.

Taken back to his place when they were both satisfied, this time daring to look around on the ride back and was floored by the differences between his world and hers. With her earlier offer to take him to where she lived, eager to let him see these differences herself so he'd perhaps understand where her childlike amazement came from.
Took the helmet off once they got back and handed it to Aurik to put away somewhere in fear of accidentally breaking something, followed him into the living room and thanked him for bringing her, telling him she'd had a lot of fun seeing where he lived. Got a thanks back, warmed when he mentioned he hadn't enjoyed himself that much in a long time.
Asked whether she wanted him to take her back to the forest, or if she wanted to stay since it was getting pretty late, pondered for a moment but accepted his offer to stay. Did protest about taking his bed though since she felt bad over driving him away from it and have him sleep on the couch when she was nothing but a mere guest, didn't argue with him though when he insisted and taken to his bedroom where he offered her a change of clothes.

Being from a country where privacy or embarrassment over your body wasn't really a thing, didn't seem to care if Aurik was still within the room as she undressed and pulled one of his shirts on to have something more comfortable to sleep in. Pointed out that it was a bit big and only grinned when he said it looked better on her than on him. When seeing the bed, however, questioned if he wouldn't fit in it too and at his reluctance, pointed out that they did spend hours upon hours curled up closely together in forest. Assured him she wouldn't feel uncomfortable, but that she'd feel bad for taking his bed from him.
Glad when he seemed to have a change of heart and undressed before climbing into bed, followed soon enough and taken by how comfortable the bed felt. Thanked Aurik once more and watched him through the darkness of the room, still as he moved to touch her face and brush his thumb under her lower lip, butterflies in every corner of her belly when he moved closer and accepted the kiss when it came.
Agreed she needed sleep when he eventually spoke, realizing just how tired she felt after all the new impressions she'd been introduced to. Ended up falling asleep curled up against him.

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Spent the day with Aurik, speaking about this and that, offering compliments and getting some in return.
After speaking about her home when asked, was invited to his home and accepted with much enthusiasm, curious to see where he lived as she's never been anywhere past Shosa or the forest.
Left the forest with him after he had cleaned his place a bit.