Thread: Tears of Scarlet

Meow! Meow! The hardy blue cellphone vibrates repeatedly in three short bursts against the kitchen table while its jingle rings louder. Its covering scratched with fine thin markings that jags along the bottom and sides. Some of them covered in small adorable hearts and smiley-faced stickers. As if this would fix how shredded the phone case looks. Meow! Meow! Leonard returns to the kitchen, nearly skipping with his happy humming. Although, anyone else would have heard chirps, thrills, whistles and a rumbling deep purr than a simple melody. Long reptilian tail swiping long heavy flicks and nearly smashing into the wall. Theres already several patched dents on the once beautiful salmon and white-trimmed kitchen. It wouldnt do if he repeated the action. His home business was already falling apart considering all the repairs he had done over time. However, the meowing device reminds Leonard of why hes back after a time of crafting potions and gathering materials. In fact, the alchemist could feel the excitement bubbling inside him. His tail wagging faster as hes carefully picking the device and unlocking the screen. The cellphone was small and delicate in those big furry paws of his. An amused smile made its way across his face as the message was read. Leonard was already wondering on the chances of samples and all the data he can add in his journals. However, it was best to finish preparations. Cooling sugar cookies were put away in their special heart-printed box for a snack later. Three different sections inside a specially designed traveling case were made to keep items properly chilled. A section is already packed with small potions and empty vials. If things get too hairy, Leonard made sure to bring the right cake pops for the job. One group of pops are covered in a white fondant with yellow iced tulips sitting beside a sturdy jade painted elephant. A lovely chocolate and peppermint defensive treat resides inside its shell. The second group are a pastel pink fondant decorated with blue and white alternating hearts for a nice coconut flavored pick-me-up. The last two remaining groups were a set of multicolored Easter egg pops for speedy carrot cake fun and, finally, a red and black checkered fondant covered pop filled with velvety power. Of course, the chimera didnt forget to set aside a couple of specially made German chocolate filled pops. He wouldn't dare forget them. Bam! Ah, well, it seems like hell need to repair another dent. The excitement finally got to the alchemist. Still, he made swift timing in readying his preparations. Looking as professional as possible for his appearance. A white overcoat, sleeves made to look bulkier than normal considering his feline limbs, is pulled on top a maroon sweater before Leonard quickly fixes his dark polka-dotted tie and dress shirt collar then placing his items and equipment in a ruddy brown leather suitcase. Leonard double checks his list then the address and finally closes shop. A kind joyous smile on his face. His tone matching it easily. Come on, Igor, my boy. We dont have all day. The chimera snickers because with a snap of his fingers the hodge-podge home shakes, shutters then dissemble neatly inside the suitcase. The suitcase is shut and locked tightly. The area cleared as if it was empty to begin with despite the humble shops previous placement. Snarling hisses grumbled low into bubbling growls at the back of his mind. Clawing and pacing like a caged animal. It left his pupils into slits as nostrils were already flaring in taking scents and pointy ears flickering for sounds. Once both man and beast felt safe, he left. A whistle, a skip in his step and the low sweeping wag of his basilisk tail under coat kept the mood high.