Thread: Unlikely Saviors [-:Haru|Luana:-]

Kion listened to the exchanges with interest and as the other little gnome and her orc went on their way, Kion turned to Tika. Of course you are welcome. I would not have grabbed you there at the end and put you on my shoulders but for fear of some trickery. I apologize for putting my hands on you without asking. Though I must say, the way your ears flush is adorable. he finished with a little snorted chuckle. Looking around he saw the path that the others had taken and paused a moment. I see now other exit, and would imagine there's not too many paths out of the hold. Unless pressed I say we wait a few moments. If there are people watching the hold, then two pairs of people, both with gnomes, will certainly raise suspicion. he said. By now they had got the ship righted and Kion knelt down a little. They never did state their cause did they? What were they planning I wonder. he asked as he looked at Tika. Do gnomes often wrestle as such? he asked. It had been quite the sight, and he was proud to know that 'his' little gnome had won. His mind wandered to wild gnome fighting pits, where people would bet on the outcomes... Tika glowered as her ears only turned redder. Don't worry about it, she muttered. Truth be told she didn't mind in the least. Even at the time she knew he was doing it to protect her. Even though she had managed to care for herself for many years she found it oddly refreshing to have someone else care. Not that she was about to fully rely on the lion for her well being. It was merely nice to know someone cared. Even just a little. She nodded with his plot, it was sound enough. Better the other pair pursued than them. Despite the pleasant exchanges at the end she harbors just a bit of ill will toward the half-orc and pink haired gnome. She didn't quite care for being used as bait and a bargaining tool. Especially when she had won her match with the other gnome fairly. Her eyebrows raised at the lion as he pondered the intent of the pair then jumped right to gnomish fighting. Most, yeah. Not fair usin' weapons. Unwritten rule for Gnomes. Never really aim t'kill, Gnomes don't breed s'much as biggins. Lots never have children at all. Make our population smaller if we kill. She gave a small shrug. It was logic after all. Hell, some Gnomes died virgins. Her mind shifted back to the other pair. Paid probably, or angry. The pair I mean. I...think she was unique. The gnome. She loved the orc, more than like a friend. Tika pulled a small face of disgust. Gears a little twisted, in love with a biggins. Bit gross to see really. Her ears practically glowed, even in the dark, and Kion did his best to hide his smile. As she explained about gnome fighting he did perk up his ears. Interesting. That does make sense though. You beat her fair and square though, and that will be something she remembers for a long time. he said, that swelling of pride at Tika coming. Though as she went on to explain how those two were more than just friends, and that they loved one another, their actions made more sense. So it's forbidden to love anyone but another gnome then? That seems rather exclusive. he mused. But, it was none of his business, and after a moment he said, I suppose we should look for a way out of here. Hopefully there is more than the one exit. he said, and would begin to walk along the pathways between the various pieces of luggage, looking for any light that might creep in under a door or the like. It didn't take long and Kion pointed. There. he said, and sure enough, there seemed to be another hatch like the one that led here, a small ladder going up, and light filtering downward. Not sure where it goes, but I suggest we check it out. Might be better if I undo the hatch and then let you look, since you're smaller. he said, walking up to the ladder and peering up at the hatch. Keen ears didn't pick up anything that might give an indication of what was above, and Kion hadn't paid any attention to the many maps of the ship that were available to try and discern where they were in relation to their cabin. Forbidden? Tika tilted her head some at the lion. She was genuinely surprised he got that from what she had said. No...didn't say that did I? Gnomes barely socialize with Gnomes. Don't even have laws and such. Th'fighting's not even law. Just standards. Loving another race, just kind of gross. Do what we want really. Yeah...you biggins...so sensitive... Tika shook her head a little with a perturbed sigh. The silence drew out a little before he decided they should finally get a move on. Tika hopped to her feet and followed him along. After a little searching they found another hatch with light streaming from it. She nodded in agreement to his plan. Once the hatch was cracked she clambered up the ladder. With a little heave she opened it a small crack. It was just a passage way. Likely and emergency escape route of some sort. She saw no feet. Likely the crew was fixing up anything broken and passengers were squirrels away in their cabins. Coast's clear, she said down to Kion. With a mighty push she heaved the hatch back open. It was still clear. She scrambled out of the trunk and back away so Kion could climb. Once he was up she shut the hatch. Just look like guests out for a stroll now, she said with a confident grin. C'mon, let's find the cabin. It would take a while to find their room. Inside it was still a mess. Blood on the walls, dead man on the floor. Tika heaved a sigh. Well...shit... she said as she nudged the lifeless human with her boot. Can't just have a quiet flight huh? Well...wait here... As quick as her damaged ankle could take her she was gone. The little gnome was gone for around half an hour. When she returned she had a small army of staff behind her. One was apologizing profusely, wringing his hands. The others eyed Kion as they began to clean up. Right this way then, said the obsequious human. He led them further forward on the airship. Stopping at another cabin door her unlocked it to let them in. This cabin was a great deal larger. It had a full sized bed even Kion could stretch out on, a desk and a chaise lounge. It even had its own wash room. Is there anything else my lady? The man asked in a high, whistling voice. That will be all. You may go. The Gnome held her chin high and flicked her hand dismissively. The man bowed and backed away before turning to go. Tika smirked and waved Kion inside. She hopped on the lounge and swung her little legs back and forth. Biggins are too funny.