[Video/Written] For Whom the Bell Tolls

[fierybluebird]

[Marco's a little wearier than normal, his voice is composed and deadpan, but his overall amusement is clearly worn a little thin today.]

Thanks to everyone who joined in the dodgeball tournament, eh? It was a lot of fun, and if you missed out, keep an eye on the next S.O.S. Brigade event, I'm sure it'll be a blast. [ooc: It's still going on! Feel free to join in!]

My littlest brother's been taken by the Malnosso, so if anyone's still looking for New Feathers, keep an eye out for Sabo too please. Hopefully he'll be returned soon.

It got me thinking though, about a poem I found by John Donne.


For Whom the Bell Tolls
by John Donne

No man is an island,
Entire of itself.
Each is a piece of the continent,
A part of the main.
If a clod be washed away by the sea,
Europe is the less.
As well as if a promontory were.
As well as if a manner of thine own
Or of thine friend’s were.
Each man’s death diminishes me,
For I am involved in mankind.
Therefore, send not to know
For whom the bell tolls,
It tolls for thee.


The smartest woman I've ever known said once that we're all connected here. Friends, allies, or enemies, we do all have in common that we're trapped in this enclosure together, for better or worse. It's something to think about I guess.

It's nice having a lot of books from other worlds to read, eh. Does anyone else have a favorite poem they'd like to share?

[The following is filtered from Ace 75%:]
I have a favor to ask of all the cooks in the village. Or rather, of any of the cooks in the village, or anyone interested. Ace isn't alone in having a rough time here lately, so I'd like to do something to help cheer him and the others up. Sometime before Christmas if we could all throw a feast and come together, I think it'd be good for everyone, eh? We could have cooking contests for amateurs or try new recipes or anything. Anyways, if you think it's a good idea, and you're interested, let me know.

Comments

[song_princess]

[She blinks and shakes her head.]

You do not need to apologize as you are the one that has done no wrong nor do you need to trouble yourself even more about it.

I will just have to avoid speaking and seeing him when I can. [Nope, not gonna talk about her sensitivity to Chaos anywho.

Okay, not it's her turn to give him head pats as she goes to smile at him.]

I have forgotten that I have to teach you my brother's song.

[fierybluebird]

You shouldn't have to avoid him though, he's not that bad, I think... I'll talk to him.

You know, he sings a lot too. He's a bard, eh?

But aye, please teach me. [Bows his head.]

[song_princess]

You don't have to such a thing.

A bard? [She is confused a little but she goes to let out a small sigh and nods her head.]

You don't need to bow your head for such a thing. [She goes to stand up again and straightens her back. Come on now, follow her lead, Marco.]

[fierybluebird]

I wish to.

It means he sings and writes songs as well, eh.

[He nods and follows her lead.]

[song_princess]

Then you are free to do what you wish.

I see. [Still forever do not want when it comes to Brooke.

She smiles as he follows her lead and she flares her wings behind her as she goes to sing the first note. Lets get that note done right first before moving on.

A part of her was unsure about letting someone else sing this song but.... If he uses it like Rafiel, then she can be at peace with it. Especially if he uses it on his own family.

[fierybluebird]

[Practices with her! YAY SINGING. He might not be magic, and he sure as heck isn't good with the helping people, but protecting his family? You'd be hard-pressed to find someone more devoted than Marco at that.]

[song_princess]

[YEAH YOU BETTER BE SINGING! Leanne was quite true to her word with her strictness in teaching him, giving him feathery bops with her wings with each mistake. But as he gets better at the aria, she couldn't help but to perk up and start relaxing. No... No there is no one else that can even match Marco in that respect.]

[fierybluebird]

[He blinks in surprise at the first bop, but after a couple of them he just chuckles and changes his pitch to match hers better.]

[Aw yes. He will also use these voice lessons to seduce the hell out of his hot girlfriend. What? It'll be with different songs! Ones from Brook. Totally acceptable.]

[song_princess]

[She smiles even more at his chuckles and his commitment to learning this. Marco will probably be hearing this aria in his sleep by the amount of bops and redos she had him go through.

Aw yeah! Leanne would be the best voice coach! As long as he doesn't use any Heron songs to help with seduce then he is free to use these lessons however he wishes.]

[fierybluebird]

[I don't think he'd even know how to use a Heron song to seduce. They're too calming.]

[song_princess]

[Good. They are not met for seduction anywhoitz! Just a few times of singing the aria until finally at last, while it wasn't perfect it was good enough in her mind.]

That's good enough, Marco. You did a wonderful job.

[It was the truth too. She goes to close her eyes briefly and stretches as a wave of tiredness does hit her. But she does reopen her eyes in order to reach up and try to pet his hair, smiling.]

You did my brother's song good.

[fierybluebird]

I'm glad to hear it Princess.

I wouldn't be much of a bird if I couldn't sing after all, eh?

[song_princess]

(Okay, he seems to be very proud of himself and she couldn't help to smile even more.)

And that makes me glad to hear that you are glad.

I know that there are some birds that can't seem to sing very well but yes, I think that as well.

(One final hair pet before withdrawing her hand.)

Hopefully the one that will hear you sing it will enjoy it as much as you did.

[fierybluebird]

This song I learned for you, Princess.

[Bows! Because dramatic formality is fun!] Not that I will ever sing it as well as your brother, but to remind you of home in a good way nonetheless.

DAMN YOU CC! DAMN YOU FOR ALL OF THESE FEELS! ;A;

[song_princess]

[Okay, she doesn't know how to react to that except that her eyes widen a bit. Once more, there was nothing false in his words. She was instantly thankful that he can't sense emotions or if he could, he was smart enough not to let her know of it as surges of emotions goes through her.

Outwardly all she does is fold her wings tightly against her back and she balls a hand into a light fist right above her breast.]

Why me and not your brothers? Surely it would make more sense...

[Then that bow and those final words. Darn it Marco! Stop trying to find a way through the wall she has built within her! She does let out a small chuckle at the bow, cause that was what he was aiming for by that.]

No one can ever truly match his voice. I do not deserve such a gift that you are giving me.

^_^ you know you love it :P

[fierybluebird]

[His eyes light up with a soft grin at her reaction.]

My brothers require different things than my voice to cheer them up.

One day I'll explain to you the gift you're already giving me by allowing me to meet you, eh? For now, just understand that I'm just glad you don't mind.

I DO! ;; I am started to get addicted to them though!

[song_princess]

[You are enjoying this way too much, Marco.]

But then why learn?...

Our meeting was nothing more then what the Goddess has decided to happen. But, I will look forward to that day. I see... But you don't have any fears of that, or you don't need them.

XDDD Good then you'll stay in Luceti with us forever *_*

[fierybluebird]

[He is indeed.]

I do want to learn more songs, and I'm glad to have such a chance to cheer you up.

Besides, I can always use the practice, eh?

THAT'S EVIL! THAT IS SO SADISTIC! WHY WOULD YOU DO THIS TO ME?!

[song_princess]

[Stop enjoying her confusion and wall breaking!

Okay, this is far too much for her to handle. Her body goes to let out a shudder as it attempts to keep the wall up but it fails as a few tears do fall from her eyes. She does seem to acknowledge the tears as she continues to smile and chuckle.]

You are so weird! Yes, yes you can use the practice.

Because I'm evil

[fierybluebird]

[No never.]

[He's torn between giving her another hug or letting her have the space, so he settles for brushing the tears away with a gently blue wing, giving her a quietly amused grin.]

Aye, you're not the first to tell me so.

Thank you teacher~!

[Another bow to try to make her laugh.]

You are completely evil.

[song_princess]

[Yes, stop it. Stop it at once.

She closes her eyes to make it easier for him to wipe away the tears but the smile never fades.]

I can see why I wouldn't be the first.

You are quite welcome, I warn you that I am strict.

[And she does laugh at his bow. She honestly cannot think of a someone better to live near to.

Marco has successfully gain B support with Leanne!]

Yup :D

[fierybluebird]

[He sticks his tongue out mockingly at that.]

I'm used to weirder.

And it's fine, like I said, I won't learn if you're not strict.

And proud of it!

[song_princess]

[And the laughter hasn't stopped yet.]

I don't think that there is one that is weirder than you.

Then it is perfect. The first thing we should focus on whenever you come for lessons is your pitch before learning the songs.

of course :P

[fierybluebird]

You haven't met my family back home.

Ah, is my pitch that off or does it mostly just need tuning?

/forever grumbles

[song_princess]

I haven't but I don't think that they can beat you in that aspect.

It's mostly tuning but there are times when it was really off.